OAK & ASH & THORN

A path leading through the lush, green woodland of Voltaire's Wood

IN VOLTAIRE’S WOOD

120 acres of native English woodland. Oak and ash and thorn, beech, hazel and wild cherry too. A world away from the everyday.

A Woodland Venue for Unforgettable Gatherings

Set in the heart of 120 acres of ancient woodland, Oak and Ash and Thorn offers an amazing and secluded venue for those seeking something wild, beautiful and unique.

Whether you're planning a milestone celebration, a creative retreat or a gathering under the stars, our woodland clearing—with its rustic A-frame shelters, firepits and open skies—is yours alone. There are no crowds, —just you, your people and the forest.

And beyond that there are streams and valleys to explore, ancient groves of yews and chestnuts, wild flowers galore.

Everyone has a different way of engaging with the woods, be it a life celebration, a creative retreat or a weekend of unusual adventure. Want to know if your idea will work? Just ask.

Get in touch to book a visit or start planning your woodland gathering.

A wooden hut in ancient woodland in Voltaire's Wood, the Cotswolds

We are based between Stroud and Tetbury in Gloucestershire, with Stroud being the closest station. We are open for most weekends over the summer, from May until October.

Where and When?

A twisted old beech tree in Voltaire's Wood, the Cotswolds

Choose your camp

Bushcrafter: come and spend a night in the woods. This is simple and low-fi camping in one of our bushcrafter camps.

Little Camp: ideal for families who need a bit of space and a few more services and parking nearby.

Butterfly Glide: a stunning 5 acre area for private hire. Light and expansive, walk rather than drive.

Shindig Corner: a site close to the entrance, bookable for chilled parties.

Rustic wooden fence along forest path with greenery in Voltaire's Wood
Wooden hut in a forest clearing surrounded by trees and greenery.
Rustic wooden structure with cloth covering in a forest setting
A path leading through the lush, green woodland of Voltaire's Wood
Forest scene from Voltaire's Wood with tall trees and a stone wall
Peacock butterfly on tree bark with moss.
Close-up of willow catkins in early spring, with a blurred natural background.
Foraging and nature days with Oak & Ash & Thorn in Voltaire's Wood
Fungi growing on a moss-covered tree stump in a forest in Voltaire's Wood
Close-up of small yellow mushrooms growing on a mossy, decomposing log in a forest setting, in Voltaire's Wood.
Trees against a cloudy sky with a pile of chopped logs in the foreground.
Forest path with a reflective puddle, surrounded by lush green trees and foliage in Voltaire's Wood