The Forestry Commission is staging a host of eco-events at Hamsterley Forest, County Durham, from this weekend.

On Saturday, from 1pm, there will be a guided cycle ride exploring routes around the 4,000 acre woodland with a ranger.

Storyteller Pascal Konyn will lead a forest walk sharing folklore tales, on Sunday, at 1.30pm, and August 10 and 17.

A children's fun day will be held on Wednesday, July 30 followed by a two-day adventure roadshow on August 6 and 7.

For details of times, prices and to book a place for any of the activities call (01388) 488312.