Bring festive warmth and excitement to your outdoor sessions with our 20 Christmas Cooking Ideas for the Fire at Forest School. This practical and easy-to-follow pack gives Forest School leaders, Early Years practitioners and outdoor educators a rich selection of seasonal recipes designed specially for cooking over an open fire.
Packed with simple, child-friendly ideas, this resource helps you make the most of winter outdoor learning—whether you’re running full Forest School sessions or adding a magical Christmas twist to your normal outdoor practice. Each recipe uses accessible ingredients and can be adapted for different ages, making it ideal for EYFS, KS1 and KS2 groups.
Inside, you’ll find a mix of warming winter drinks, sweet treats, savoury bites, and festive twists on classic campfire recipes. From cinnamon apple rings and winter berry porridge to campfire crumpets and chocolate-dipped fruit, every idea is designed to be achievable, exciting and rooted in the Forest School ethos.
Why practitioners love this pack:
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Perfect for festive forest gatherings, winter well-being sessions or end-of-term celebrations
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Uses simple, affordable ingredients and outdoor-safe cooking methods
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Flexible for mixed-age groups and ability levels
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Encourages teamwork, independence and confidence around the fire
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Supports seasonal learning and connection with nature
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Ideal for settings that want to explore fire cooking without needing complex equipment
With safety reminders included and a wide selection of activities, this pack takes the stress out of planning and ensures your Christmas fire sessions are memorable, magical and meaningful.
Turn the winter chill into woodland warmth—perfect for creating festive traditions your children will never forget.
