About FoTF

The Friends of Thetford Forest (FoTF) is a voluntary body, established in 1995. It aims to increase knowledge, understanding, and enjoyment of Thetford Forest and to encourage the involvement of the local community and general public in Thetford Forest's future development.

Whilst the Friends of Thetford Forest shares common aims and works in close collaboration with Forestry England, it is an independent body serving the needs of members and visitors to Thetford Forest.

To view some of the many tasks in which the The Friends of Thetford Forest has been involved, take a look at our projects.

To learn about the voluntary groups FoTF runs, and the work they do, take a look at FoTF Volunteering. As well as learning about the FoTF voluntary groups you can also read about FoTF volunteering awards.

Discover the benefits of joining and how to join FoTF.

About Thetford Forest

As well as timber production, Thetford Forest is managed by Forestry England to provide a range of public benefits which include rural development, recreation and sustainable nature conservation. Visitors and members of the Friends of Thetford Forest enjoy the facilities of car parking, picnic areas, waymarked walks and all-ability trails.

Thetford Forest encompasses 20% of the Breckland Environmentally Sensitive Area, making it potentially the greatest contributor, under one land ownership, to Breckland conservation.

At High Lodge Forest Centre, there is a restaurant, children's adventure play area, cycle hire, forest trails, High Ropes Course, and special events throughout the year.