Foraging and Woodland Wellbeing Days
Why should the fun just be for children?
When I trained as a forest school leader, I had so much fun having time to effectively "play in the woods". I know I was not the only one. That was when the idea gently started to form. Since then I have enjoyed many an occasion spending time creating and crafting, chating and resting around the camp fire. It just feels wonderful.
Is this something you would like to do? Sessions are for adults only, and are a chance to escape the world and indulge in some time for yourself.
The site is set in 18.5 acres of private grounds, with meadows, marsh, hedgerows and wood, it is a true gem and a place beauty and nature.
Time to reset your senses.
In true forest school style, I will bring activities for you to try, but you do not have to do them. This is time for you to connect and be with nature, and yourself.
We may whittle, craft with willow, make string, melt pewter or something completely different. Materials are supplied. You are advised to bring a suitable pocket knife for whittling (if you are interested in whittling) along with comfortable protective gloves to wear whilst whittling. I do have a few knives and gloves to share if you would like to trial whittling before investing).
Please bring hand sanitiser, and something to toast on the fire if you would like to.
Foraging will be according to the season and what is available in the hedgerows - for example, April Blackthorn is abundant along with many fresh salad leaves, May Hawthorn, May/ June Elderflower etc, along with many other ground plants that are often unnoticed and under appreciated. There will be recipes for you to take away.
Introductory investment £15.00 per 2 hour session. Parking is available on site, directions will be sent upon completion of booking (Sessions are held in Brightlingsea, Essex).
Please note we go out what ever the weather (unless extreme conditions are forecast). I do not refund for cancellations, but if 72hours notice has been givemnI will do my best to transfer you to a different date. If I cancel due to adverse weather conditions etc, then I will either transfer the date or refund. Thank you for your understanding.
When I trained as a forest school leader, I had so much fun having time to effectively "play in the woods". I know I was not the only one. That was when the idea gently started to form. Since then I have enjoyed many an occasion spending time creating and crafting, chating and resting around the camp fire. It just feels wonderful.
Is this something you would like to do? Sessions are for adults only, and are a chance to escape the world and indulge in some time for yourself.
The site is set in 18.5 acres of private grounds, with meadows, marsh, hedgerows and wood, it is a true gem and a place beauty and nature.
Time to reset your senses.
In true forest school style, I will bring activities for you to try, but you do not have to do them. This is time for you to connect and be with nature, and yourself.
We may whittle, craft with willow, make string, melt pewter or something completely different. Materials are supplied. You are advised to bring a suitable pocket knife for whittling (if you are interested in whittling) along with comfortable protective gloves to wear whilst whittling. I do have a few knives and gloves to share if you would like to trial whittling before investing).
Please bring hand sanitiser, and something to toast on the fire if you would like to.
Foraging will be according to the season and what is available in the hedgerows - for example, April Blackthorn is abundant along with many fresh salad leaves, May Hawthorn, May/ June Elderflower etc, along with many other ground plants that are often unnoticed and under appreciated. There will be recipes for you to take away.
Introductory investment £15.00 per 2 hour session. Parking is available on site, directions will be sent upon completion of booking (Sessions are held in Brightlingsea, Essex).
Please note we go out what ever the weather (unless extreme conditions are forecast). I do not refund for cancellations, but if 72hours notice has been givemnI will do my best to transfer you to a different date. If I cancel due to adverse weather conditions etc, then I will either transfer the date or refund. Thank you for your understanding.
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Foraging
Do you sometimes feel you need to just have a break from it all - but there is not the time or head space to sort it out?
After years of searching, my ideal retreat was found, a private place with woodland, fresh sea air, and the melody of song birds all around you - and also with the genuine feel of being in the middle of no where!
These sessions are aimed for adults - so it is a space to enjoy and discover your self, and your inner child. We have sessions to enjoy foraging (and creating with your finds) natural crafts, cook on a camp fire, relax under a tree, mediate, touch base with nature... or just connect and be.
These sessions are limited to 8 adults at a time, so you always be part of a small group.
We have the benefit of a simple, natural log shelter, so that what ever the weather, you will feel comfortable.
Sessions are held in Brightlingsea, where there is off road parking. The address will be provided upon receipt of booking and payment.
For Autumn 2021 we will have the follow Sunday sessions :
Sloes - Sunday 17th October
Rosehips - Sunday 7th November
Pixie Pears - Sunday 5th December
Each session is 2 hours (10.30am to 12.30pm).
Your investment in this foraging experience (where you create something with your foraged goodies at the end) is £10.00 per adult. Payment is made through Paypal with the booking link below. (The booking link will also provide a list of ingredients and simple kitchen utensils you need to bring with you)
We also have our Christmas Wreath making session again this year, with guest florist Kerry. Kerry will bring all the materials and expertise.
This is a 2 hour session on Sunday 12th December from 10am to 12noon. The session is £30.00. With £8.00 deposit being paid at time of booking and the balance paid direct to Kerry on the day (either via cash or card payment).
After years of searching, my ideal retreat was found, a private place with woodland, fresh sea air, and the melody of song birds all around you - and also with the genuine feel of being in the middle of no where!
These sessions are aimed for adults - so it is a space to enjoy and discover your self, and your inner child. We have sessions to enjoy foraging (and creating with your finds) natural crafts, cook on a camp fire, relax under a tree, mediate, touch base with nature... or just connect and be.
These sessions are limited to 8 adults at a time, so you always be part of a small group.
We have the benefit of a simple, natural log shelter, so that what ever the weather, you will feel comfortable.
Sessions are held in Brightlingsea, where there is off road parking. The address will be provided upon receipt of booking and payment.
For Autumn 2021 we will have the follow Sunday sessions :
Sloes - Sunday 17th October
Rosehips - Sunday 7th November
Pixie Pears - Sunday 5th December
Each session is 2 hours (10.30am to 12.30pm).
Your investment in this foraging experience (where you create something with your foraged goodies at the end) is £10.00 per adult. Payment is made through Paypal with the booking link below. (The booking link will also provide a list of ingredients and simple kitchen utensils you need to bring with you)
We also have our Christmas Wreath making session again this year, with guest florist Kerry. Kerry will bring all the materials and expertise.
This is a 2 hour session on Sunday 12th December from 10am to 12noon. The session is £30.00. With £8.00 deposit being paid at time of booking and the balance paid direct to Kerry on the day (either via cash or card payment).
Further Sessions will be available next year... please get in touch if you are interested in booking for a group as a celebration.
These will include (amongst other areas)
Elder
Hawthorn
Ground Elder
Bramble
Blackthorn (Sloe)
Rosehip
Nettle
These will include (amongst other areas)
Elder
Hawthorn
Ground Elder
Bramble
Blackthorn (Sloe)
Rosehip
Nettle
