Families are invited to kick off their Easter holiday at a special opening celebration for a brand new Stick Man outdoor trail at the National Memorial Arboretum on Saturday 23 March.

The new, free mile-long trail will feature five new carved wooden characters, encouraging younger visitors to complete activities exploring the wildlife, nature, and the stories they find.

The Stick Man Celebration Day on Saturday 23 March, will feature free indoor screenings of The Stick Man adaptation, themed arts and crafts, and music making inspired by the book.

“Our original Stick Man trail has proven to be a huge family-favourite, with thousands of visitors exploring the route since it opened in 2019,” explains Rachel Smith, Head of Participation and Learning at the National Memorial Arboretum.

“This new trail is longer, more interactive than ever, and features stunning woodcarvings that will really capture the imagination of our visitors as they follow The Stick Man’s journey back to his Family Tree. We’d love for fans of The Stick Man young and old to join us at the Arboretum for our full day of free activities to celebrate the opening of the new trail, a fantastic way to start the Easter holidays!”

The new Stick Man trail is a permanent addition to the Arboretum and can be enjoyed by visitors all year round. There will be additional The Stick Man music, art and craft activities throughout the Easter holidays for families wanting to plan a day out with friends and family. 

For more information about the new Stick Man trail at the Arboretum and the opening celebrations on Saturday 23 March, head to thenma.org.uk/stick-man-celebration.