Forest Bathing and Nature Crafts Mindfulness Workshop

Discover the healing powers of nature in this enchanting workshop. Learn the art of forest bathing and nature crafting, and embark on a transformative journey. In this class, you will have the opportunity to escape the city and reconnect with the natural world. Learn the secrets to using this mindful practice that teaches self regulation to help calm. You will be able to use throughout when ever you find yourself in nature.
From the start, you will be guided on a mindful walk down a country bridleway for 30 min into the picturesque forest views, allowing you to immerse yourself in the tranquil and rejuvenating environment. We will stop at a local farm where local Cows and sheep
may be in the surrounding fields. Very occasionally I do see deer, which is just simply magic

• During the workshop, you will learn how to craft beautiful objects using materials that are found in nature. Connect with the Earth as you create unique and meaningful pieces.
• As you walk, you will feel the gentle breeze, knowing that just like trees need wind to strengthen their roots, humans too can find strength in embracing the challenges that come their way.
• Along the way, you will pass by a serene stream, offering a peaceful and calming sensation. Take a moment to appreciate the soothing sounds of running water.
• Experience the warmth of the fire as you enjoy a cooking demonstration. Discover the magic of fire-based cooking and indulge in its delicious results.
• This workshop is designed to give you space away from the hustle and bustle of daily life and connect with your inner self. Take this opportunity to introspect and find solace amidst nature's embrace.
• This class is conveniently located just 35 minutes from London Bridge and 30 minutes outside of Brighton, allowing you to easily escape the city and immerse yourself in nature's wonders. The class is designed to be a safe space to retreat from the stress of the week. By the end of the workshop, you will have not only learned new skills and reconnect with you and nature.

What’s included:

• A mug of Foraged tea by the fire
• Campfire Popcorn
• Gluten Free Fire grill Dampener Bread or Herby Omelette on request (message me if you have any allergies, intolerances, or dietary requirements)

What is Forest Bathing?

Forest Bathing which is a multi sensory nature based mindful practice. Forest Bathing originates from Japanese and it is the Japanese government’s antidote to high tech fast paced culture.

This Japanese practice is designed to get us out of heads and into our 5 senses. Known in Japan as shinrin yoku.

The simple method of being calm and quiet amongst the trees, observing nature around you whilst breathing deeply can help de-stress and boost health and wellbeing in a natural way.

Let’s unlock your inner creativity and I will guide you step by step towards creating something truly unique.

Format:

The meeting point is outside of Three Bridges station. Then we will start our nature walk, leaving the behind the city and we will walk for around 45 mins into nature to start to fully immerse ourselves into nature to practice Nature Bathing.

Afterwards, we will walk 30 minutes back to the Crafting and Fireside where I live. I also run an AirBnB, if you would like to stay over and like the idea of the full retreat experience.

There are also opportunities to visit a local Sunflower field in Summer (around August) and Dutch Style Tulip field in Spring (around April/May). For us to pick the flowers for our crafting

money_off

Save £5 per guest, when you book 30+ days before a class

It doesn’t matter if you wouldn’t say you are artistic. This is the perfect session for anyone who is a beginner and is up for trying Forest Bathing or Nature Crafts. Crafting is optional if you would rather chill after the Country Walk ‍️, fire and Forest Bathing.
  A personalised crafted piece of nature to take home, similar to the pieces pictured that you’ll have the freedoom to chose. Classes can be trialed as one off session where you will get the chance to create one item. Each session will have different pieces ready for you to craft.
  Bring something you can sit spot on such as a yoga mat or picnic blanket. Comfortable shoes that you are happy to get muddy and you can walk around 4 miles for up to 90 minutes in (there and back) on mainly flat land, bring coat with a hood where possible, bring warmer clothes than usual, including a jumper, even in summer.

England is know for four seasons in one day. If the weather is raining we can change the timing of the class if needed around the forecast, I will message you the day before with the new timings for the following day and I will message you in the morning if the weather forecast changes. There is an indoor space for the crafting if it gets chilly.

This is part of being at one with nature and Forest Bathing, we work with the elements. Don’t worry the earliest start will be 10am, so you hopefully will be able to have a little bit of a lay in either way.