Within our Not for Profit project, we create real life experiences, walks and activities for those who may need it most, as well as calming media content for the eyes, ears and minds of those that may not be able to easily access Nature. Spending time walking in Nature, led by our qualified leader allows you to switch off time, thoughts, and internal navigation systems, allowing you to build confidence and resilience in yourself, whilst building a deeper connection with your surroundings.

Whether you’re looking for a walking guide, interested in discovering the wonders of Foraging, or would love to host a communal campfire & tea ceremony, we have a range of walking experiences to learn, explore and immerse yourself in Nature with.

The Forest provides an environment like no other. A landscape to be entered that offers Natural Healing, for our body, mind and soul. 

Stepping away from our desks, phone’s and responsibilities, we specialise in giving you permission to slow down, pause and stop for a moment. 

Deep in the Forest, the trees provide us with an abundance of chemicals, smells, sights and sounds that can soothe our nervous system, and provide a moment of mindfulness and calm. 

We will lead you into a space and invite you to listen, look, sit and breathe, teaching yourself how to immerse in Nature, teaching yourself to be present in the moment, observing your thoughts and connecting to your surroundings.

For all walks, experiences and activity days, we will provide a full itinerary, kit list, and info pack that will support your Nature Therapy journey.

Facilitated and led by Forest & Nature Therapy Leader, Abigail Louise 

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Remote Walks

Spending time outside walking isn’t as easy for everyone. There are many barriers we might face in being able to step out. It could be living in urban area makes it difficult to find natural spaces, or confidence in walking alone, or maybe health problems that prevent you from spending as much time outside as you’d like. We have been creating content and video’s for people to get a Moment of Calm from wherever they are. If you crave to hear the birds and swaying of the trees, if you miss the flow of water or the flutters the butterfly makes, follow us on Social Media for those moments of magic.

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Outdoor Kit

Getting outside can come with a variety of challenges. From changing weather to bites and stings, the risks that Nature can entail mean that it’s important to be prepared.

We have included a kit list below, along with information that might be helpful when exploring the Outdoors.

Kit List*

Comfortable walking shoes and socks

Waterproof Jacket

Long sleeves & warm layers

Fully charged Mobile Phone (with power bank if necessary)

Water & Snack for Energy

Medications and/or prevention for midges, ticks, and flies

Plan of route and navigation tool

Access to First Aid Kit with Tick Remover (our walk leader is Outdoor First Aid trained & carries an Outdoor First Aid Kit on all walks)

*kit list is recommended for fair weather, in reasonable terrain. More kit like Waterproof Trousers, additional water, thermals, GPS and a shelter may be required in more challenging weather or landscape.

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Botanic Protect has kindly given Moments of Calm a 10% discount on their plant based tick repellent spray, especially for our loyal Calmers (you lovely folk) so that you can protect yourself from Ticks when exploring these wild spaces. 

The research Botanic Protect do and their love of Nature has led them to develop this wonderful naturally derived Tick repellent. 

You’ll still need to check yourself over after days out, and follow the usual tips to avoid Ticks, but this little bottle of natural magic will work wonders at keeping them at bay. 

Lyme Disease can cause real health complications and can be resistant to treatment, so it’s super important to be aware of how to protect ourselves. Thank you to Botanic Protect for all the work you do preventing and raising awareness of Lyme Disease, and thank you for supporting us. 

For more information on their work, visit https://botanicprotect.co.uk

Lyme Disease UK do incredible work to prevent and improve our knowledge of Lyme Disease, you can head over to their Social Media below for more.

Tick Bite Prevention Week

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