The Yew trail is open all year with the exception of the Christmas Holiday period.
Its diverse range of flora, fauna and landscape make it an ideal venue for a visit at any time of the year and provides a superb site for seasonal study and comparison.

Winter: A stark landscape of bare trees interspersed with the vibrant green foliage of the evergreens and the rich colours of the winter berries. Wrap up warm and enjoy the Yew Trail at its dramatic best. If it snows follow the animal tracks, build shelters in the winter sunshine, gather your group together around the wood burning stove in the Kazakhstan Yurt and let the wonderful surroundings stimulate your imagination.
Don’t let the thought of inclement weather stop you from visiting the Yew Trail. Cover is available in the Yurt the Log Cabin and under the Foundation’s marquee for craft activites, story telling and of course lunch!
Spring: The Yew Trail begins to stir into life; new buds begin to appear, the trees echo to the sound of bird song and signs of activity amongst the animals fill the woods. In the flight pond frogs begin to appear and throughout the grounds the beauty of nature transforms the scenery almost overnight.
Towards the end of spring, Bluebells carpet the floor, Rhododendrons burst forth in a profusion of colour and the Yew Trail is at its natural best.

Summer: Walk your group along the leaf clad pathways as the summer sun shines through the canopy to light up the hidden woodland glades. Follow the Tree Trail; go on a bug hunt or just relax and sink in the wonderful scenery before you. Nature is at her most active and the Yew Trail is full of life; bring your group and be inspired.

Autumn: The floor is a carpet of fallen leaves below which a hidden world of tiny creatures is waiting to be discovered. Up above, those leaves that remain on the trees provide a fantastic multi coloured backdrop to the Yew Trail in autumn. Change is in the air and yet again a walk along the varied pathways and trails offers a fresh source for creativity, adventure and learning.
To book a pre-visit tour and see for yourself the benefits a visit to the Yew Trail can bring at anytime of the year; telephone 01530 244914 or E-mail yewtrail@shuttlewood-clarke.org

Ulverscroft Manor Conference Rooms offer the ideal venue for
small meetings and conferences in a prestigious location deep in the heart of
Leicestershire’s beautiful Charnwood Forest.
With ample parking within yards of this spectacular property and woodland
walks to help unwind during breaks, Ulverscroft Manor is the perfect getaway,
providing an unpressurised environment for serious business.
Situated less than 2 minutes drive from junction 22 of the M1 and only 10 miles
from the centre of Leicester; Ulverscroft Manor is a 300 year old country house
that combines the old world charm of its historic past with the modern facilities of
the 21st century.
Ulverscroft Manor

Five individual second floor rooms accommodating between 12 and 20
people (restricted disability access)

Three linked ground floor rooms and conservatory for larger groups of up
to 45 people
In addition; for an inspirational but slightly unconventional meeting in the
heart of the woods Ulverscroft Manor offers –
The Yurt creative space for up to 25 people
The Yurt has no electricity but is warmed by a log burning stove. This
tranquil setting is the ultimate rendezvous for creative thinking, team building
and learning.
For more information please download the Conference Room PDF on the Download page or Email admin@shuttlewood-clarke.org

The School holidays are fast approaching, signalling an end to our first school term at the Yew Trail. Eight Schools have enjoyed the wonderful facilities since March bringing over 500 children and staff and bookings are already coming in for September.

In addition the Yurt is available for hire. It provides a wonderful, peaceful setting for artists, painting groups, photographers, corporate away days and those looking for relaxation in a truly tranquil setting.

Make your next visit a visit to the Yew Trail and enjoy a  ‘A real wilderness experience on your doorstep’

To arrange a pre-visit trip and/or request a Yew Trail pack please contact the Foundation on 01530 244914 or via yewtrail@shuttlewood-clarke.org

To find out more about the Foundation & the Yew Trail;

Visit www.yewtrail.org.uk or www.shuttlewood-clarke.org

We look forward to hearing from you.

The Foundation has also established an on-site  forest school area. This self contained area of natural woodland is available for self-led Forest School activites. For full details please ring 01530 244914 or Email yewtrail@shuttlewood-clarke.org

Day Visit to Yew Trail:
Schools, youth groups and youth organisations:
Min charge £30 per visit.
£3 per visitor
1 Adult free with every 10 children

Overnight Camping; Fridays and weekends:
Schools, youth groups and organisations:
Min charge £30 per day.
£3 per visitor per day
1 Adult free with every 10 children

Yurt Hire including use of the Yew Trail:
Corporate, art & relaxation groups:
Hire period; 3 hour session morning or afternoon.
£50 per session up to 12 visitors.
Each additional person £5 per session.
Max number of people able to use the Yurt dependant on the activity. Guideline max 20 adults / 30 children.
Catering extra by arrangement.

Forest School Activity Site:
The charges for use of the area will be £30 per session for up to 10 people (A session = 1/2 day or 3 hours) for each additional person £3 per head .

Meeting rooms available at extra charge. Contact the Foundation for details. 

All hirers (excluding schools, youth groups) of the Yurt, Forest School Area, Yew Trail and Manor rooms ie: Corporate, Artist Exhibition, Adult classes etc and all overnight campers (without exception) need to provide a copy of their own public liability insurance and this must have an indemnity to principal’s clause.

www.yewtrail.org.uk 
Yew Trail Ulverscroft Manor, Priory Lane, Ulverscroft
Leicestershire LE67 9PH
yewtrail@shuttlewood-clarke.org
01530 244914