Challenge Walks

17th January 2026

We're ready to lace up our boots for an adventure...are you?

What better way to kick off another Scouting year, than with our annual challenge hike? Yes, we're back, and we can't wait to welcome you on an adventure in and around Sherwood Forest. We have walks tailored for all sections so check out our offering and register your group for an event like no other!

What's New?

Because the challenge walks have become so successful, we have had to look at what we can do to allow even more people to take part.

There's been a lot of work and changes in the background - and this year we have seperated the Beaver and Squirrel Rambles into their own event, later in the year. This will allow us to focus on making each event the best we can for the participants.

Our Walks

Beaver & Squirrel Rambles

We've listened to your feedback and Squirrels and Beavers are getting their own event later in the year. On June 13th 2026 - Walesby Forest will play host to our Summertime Beaver and Squirrel activity Rambles.

More Details to and booking to be released March 2026

Cub Ramble

The Cub ramble is open to all Cub Scouts. The walk is between 4 and 5 miles in length and explores the surrounding countryside. The event is open to teams of up to a maximum of 20 and must include at least Three Adults.

4-5 miles

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The Challenge Walk

The Challenge Walk is open to all Scouts, Explorers, Guides, Senior Section/rangers, Network Units, other recognised youth organisations and leader teams. Teams of between 4 and 8 participants will hike through the night taking in a series of bases and challenges along the way. The challenge walk is offered in two lengths, the shorter walk of approximately 10 miles, and the longer walk of approximately 18 miles.

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Short

10 miles

Long

18 miles