'Space to be' Nature Retreat
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Availability
All year round, Monday to Saturday
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Duration
3+ hours
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Price from
£150 per group (up to 6 people). Prices from £25pp
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Suitable for
Adults & older children. Disabled access is possible in some areas.
Introduction
How often do we miss the smaller details in nature… the mauve and violet shades in a bluebell flower, intricate veins in an ivy leaf, the camouflage of a woodcock, the rich coconut scent of the yellow gorse flowers? A nature retreat at Wildside Experience will encourage you to become more aware of your senses.
The experience will start with fresh coffee, tea or hot chocolate and homemade cake. Richard and Alison will show you some interesting things that you could look out for, which will set the scene for your visit.
We will then guide you on a nature walk – pointing out what is going on in nature and showing you how to identify some of the various birds, insects, animal signs and plants. We will then lead you to your own peaceful spot to be still and listen, to draw or to write a poem – it’s for you to decide how to use this special time!
Finally you will return to a campfire for more coffee and a chat before departure!
A nature retreat at Wildside Experience will encourage you to become more aware of your senses.
You'll be guided on a nature walk – pointing out what is going on in nature and showing you how to identify some of the various birds, insects, animal signs and plants.
Expect to feel calmed, stimulated, refreshed and revived after a thoroughly wholesome experience
To secure your experience - contact the team today
Why this experience is great for you
- You will feel calmed, stimulated, refreshed and revived after a thoroughly wholesome experience. Being out in nature has huge benefits for mental and physical wellbeing
- You may have a renewed perspective of what is important in life – that spending time in nature should definitely be a priority!
- You may find you’re more attuned to notice things in your own local wild areas, after the encouragement of your nature retreat – including seasonal changes
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Facilities and additional information
Equipment needed: Sturdy footwear, e.g. hiking boots or Wellies, and suitable outdoor clothing for the weather conditions. We will provide any equipment required e.g. card, pencils
Weather: You will be given the option of postponing if the weather conditions would be unpleasant. The woods are not used in strong winds.
Parking: There is ample parking available at Wildside Experience.
Food and Drink: Refreshments (fresh coffee/homemade cake) will be provided on arrival and drinks again before departure. You would be welcome to bring a packed lunch to consume in the barn, or lunch can be provided if required.
Toilets: There are disabled access toilets in the barn.
Additional info: Richard and Alison Whiteside are experienced nature educators, with a deep knowledge and love of nature. They have carried out full risk assessments for the site and activities
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To secure your experience - contact the team today