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It’s the Gruffalo’s birthday in 2024!
The Gruffalo is turning 25! To celebrate, everyone is invited to take part in a brand-new forest adventure.
Head out on the Gruffalo Party Trail to find missing party items, pick a present for the Gruffalo and enjoy more fun woodland activities throughout the year.
With trails across England, grab your special trail activity pack, and get the party started for all the family at Cardinham Woods.
The Gruffalo Party Trail at Cardinham Woods
What to expect
The interactive family trail features all sorts of party-themed activities and games, along with fun facts to teach you about life in the forest for the Gruffalo and other creatures.
Follow the trail around Cardinham Woods to help find the missing party items to give the Gruffalo a birthday to remember. Search for balloons, pine cones, apples and the Gruffalo himself, and complete fun activities and rubbings as you go along.
Get the party started with a Gruffalo Party Trail pack
Pick up your pack for just £4 from the Ranger's Hut, packed with fun things to do on your party adventure. Inside you’ll find:
kraft bag to colour in
party headband to wear
party trail activity leaflet
stickers
pencil and crayon
keepsake sew-on Gruffalo Party patch
Share your party fun using the #GruffaloTrail hashtag.
The Gruffalo © 1999 & TM Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler. Licensed by Magic Light Pictures Ltd.
This trail is aimed at families with children aged 3-9, but can be enjoyed by all. Trail grade is Easy. Trail Length is 1.5km (0.9 miles)
Accessibility: Mostly level surfaced trail, with a short ascent towards the end. Suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs. Mobility scooter available to hire.