Visitor Terms

The Fforwm at Fforest Fields

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Visitor Terms & Conditions — Effective June 2025
 

This is a working, living place, a farm, a woodland, and our home. We welcome you with honest terms, clear expectations, and a spirit of mutual respect between people and place.
 

1. Who These Terms Apply To

These terms apply to all:

• Day visitors

• Event ticket holders

• School and group bookings

• Workshop leaders and commercial hires

If you're here, these terms apply to you.

2. Arrival & Parking

• Always check in at Reception

• Park in designated areas only, never in front of gates, tracks, or verges

• Overnight parking is only allowed with a booking via fforestfields.co.uk

• Vehicles and belongings are left at your own risk

3. What You May Use

• Woodland trails and marked footpaths

• Facilities block (toilets, showers, drying room, washing up)

• Coffee shop

• Event spaces such as the Dome and the Nook (if included in your booking)

• The Long Lake for swimming or paddling (see Section 7)

4. Where Not To Go

• Farm buildings, sheds, and livestock areas

• Any accommodation not part of your booking

• Staff-only areas or land in use by machinery

5. Children & Supervision

• Children are welcome and encouraged to explore

• Parents/guardians must supervise at all times (unless part of a led group)

• Be extra careful near water, electric fencing, animals, and machinery

• Children are not permitted in buildings or paddocks unless part of a led activity

• Please help them follow the Countryside Code

6. Dogs

• Dogs are welcome if well-controlled

• Keep dogs on leads in the campsite and shared areas

• In woodland, off-lead is allowed only if your dog is under control and in sight

• No dogs in the Dome or facilities block

• Clean up after your dog and dispose of waste responsibly

• Stay alert to livestock and wildlife

7. Swimming & Lakes

• Use of lakes is unsupervised and entirely at your own risk

• No lone swimming, always swim with someone else

• Know your limits, wild water is cold and deep

• Rinse off and dry after swimming

• No loud music or wildlife disturbance

• If you have a health condition (e.g. epilepsy, heart issues), consult your doctor before swimming

8. Farm Safety

This is a working landscape. Hazards may include:

• Uneven ground, mud, hidden holes

• Brambles, nettles, insect stings

• Machinery and vehicles in operation

• Active electric fencing

• Biohazards like animal waste and stagnant water

Please:

• Wear sturdy footwear

• Avoid livestock, machinery, and tools

• Wash hands after walking the land, especially before eating

• Look out for children and each other

9. Behaviour & Conduct

• Respect all signs, boundaries, and the land itself

• No disruptive, unsafe, or antisocial behaviour

• Use only approved fire pits and BBQ areas (see Section 10)

• No drones or metal detectors without written permission

• Leave areas as you found them, or better

• Anyone acting dangerously or disrespectfully may be asked to leave immediately

• We may refuse future bookings based on behaviour

10. Fires & BBQs

• Fires and BBQs are allowed only in designated areas

• Disposable BBQs are not allowed

• Fire bans may be enforced in dry or high-risk periods

• Do not discard cigarette ends on the land

11. Sport & Movement

When hiking, biking, or running:

• Stick to marked trails

• Wear appropriate gear

• Let someone know your route

• Be mindful of livestock and weather

For foraging:

• Take only what you need

• Leave enough for nature

If you have a medical condition, let your organiser know before high-exertion activities

12. Groups, Hires & Hosts

• If booking for others, you agree to these terms on their behalf — please share them

• Commercial hires must have valid public liability insurance

• Facilitators are responsible for their group’s safety and conduct

• Safeguarding rules apply to anyone working with children or vulnerable adults

• We may pause or cancel events that breach these terms

• Third-party providers are responsible for their own insurance and actions

• To raise concerns, email nat@fforestfields.co.uk

13. Cancellations & Refunds

• Tickets are non-refundable but may be transferred

• If we cancel (e.g. due to weather or illness), we’ll reschedule or offer credit

• If a session leader cancels, we’ll rebook or refund

• We are not liable for travel or accommodation costs

14. Emergencies

• First aiders are on site — contact Reception or your event lead

• In a serious emergency, call 999

• Address: Fforest Fields Campsite, Hundred House, Builth Wells, LD1 5RT

15. Insurance & Liability

• We are insured via NFU Mutual

• You are responsible for your own safety

• Our insurance does not cover:

  • Entering restricted areas

  • Activities outside agreed bookings or safe use

• Swimming is only permitted when done safely and within these terms

• By entering Fforest Fields, you accept these risks and responsibilities

16. Lost Property & Damages

• We hold lost property for 14 days

• Visitors are liable for any damage to the land, facilities, or habitats

• Please report any damage, especially to fences, gates, or tracks

17. Environmental Respect

• Take all rubbish home or use bins provided

• Stick to paths. no digging, cutting, or firelighting

• Foraging is allowed in moderation for personal use

• Do not disturb wildlife, remove plants, or damage habitats

18. Accessibility

• Many areas are accessible, but some remain wild and uneven

• Contact us before visiting to discuss access needs

• Dress for the terrain and weather

19. Photography & Filming

• We may take photos for promotional purposes — let us know if you prefer not to appear

• Commercial filming, interviews, or drone use must be pre-approved in writing

20. Data & Privacy

• We store your booking information securely

• We do not share personal data without your consent

21. Activity-Specific Consent

• Some activities may require additional consent or waivers

• By joining, you agree to follow all safety instructions and take responsibility for your participation

22. Agreement

By entering the land, you agree to these terms.
Fforest Farm, Fforest Fields & The Fforwm are shaped by vision, time, and the people who show up with good intent.
We’re glad you’re part of it.