FIND YOUR WILD SIDE

2024

Events and Retreats

We are delighted to be holding retreats, nature walks and events at Welsummer this year.

Welsummer has, since its beginnings, been a place of restoration, regeneration and conservation of the natural environment. Most of our guests come from the city to experience the peace and comfort of nature and the pleasures of being together, alongside it and within it. It’s a happy place for all that visit and who return over an over.

Our events will be centred around the human – nature connection, through mindfulness and an awareness and appreciation of the natural world and our place within it.
Welsummer’s intentionally designed environment serves as a secure backdrop for such experiences and the surrounding woodlands and footpaths a classroom for learning.

 

 

23rd of March. The Heart of Kent Medicine Walk as part of the HOK walking festival.

After a welcome tea at Welsummer, Claire, your experienced guide, will lead you through a captivating landscape along the greensand ridge. Along the way, she’ll provide insights into the art of Wild Food Foraging and Forest Therapy, fostering a connection with the nuances of nature and its treasures. 

Claire aims to introduce you to 3-4 plants or trees, reviving the knowledge that many adults have disconnected from, a knowledge passed down by our ancestors.

As the walk unfolds, find tranquility in our woodland during a post-walk unwind. Engage in a  guided Shinrin Yoku activity, a practice promoting well-being and a deep connection with the forest atmosphere. Following the walk, you may collectively decide to share a light lunch amidst the serene woods, so be sure to pack your sandwiches.

We so hope that you will be able to join us on this walk 💚  

TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE NOW ON EVENTBRITE

 
 

26th – 28th April. At peak bluebell season, FIND YOUR WILD SIDE weekend Nature Connection Retreat takes place.

This is our biggest event of the year. Focussing on Nature Connection through the senses, we will be guiding you toward disconnecting from the digital and industrial aspects of life, truly immersing yourselves in the invigorating energy of nature through art and mindful activities. 

You will be joined by experienced and qualified practioners who will guide you through every moment of the weekend, giving you the time and the tools to retreat from your everyday world, to a place where you can truly connect to yourself in nature.

Our Spring retreat includes an immersive forest bathing experience with the amazing Tansy Dowman – @tansyinthewild Tansy is a qualified Forest bathing guide, Outdoor life coach and Mentor and we are delighted to have her participate.

There will be foraging, morning yoga and let go moments with the delightful Claire Bates @tiliayoganature : a knowledgeable and experienced forager with a playful, relaxed attitude.

Toto Ellis, a positively inspiring, retreat professional and qualified yoga teacher, will be alongside to make sure your retreat journey is a meaningful one, ending our days with restorative yoga and keeping us all mindful of our intentions.

All this along with a sprinkling of optional early morning bird walks, mindful art and herbal medicine learning with Laura @wildsideherbs, on offer for those that want that extra guidance, but quiet and repos will be facilitated.

And, of course, Welsummer style hospitality, sumptuous accommodation and camping options, excellent and lovingly prepared food throughout, essential campfire magic and perhaps some other surprises.

We so hope that you will be able to join us on this journey 💚  

TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE NOW ON EVENTBRITE

 

A Forage and Feast day retreat and Herbal medicine worshop day are in the making too! Details coming very soon so do check back regularly for more events at Welsummer this year 💚