Hands, Fire and Forest
Course description
Join our new, monthly Bushcraft & Nature Connection group for practical and immersive sessions. 12 spots available. We meet once a month on a Friday from 11am-2pm in a forest garden in Stanmer Park. Over the seasons, you’ll explore hands-on bushcraft skills that are simple, satisfying, and rooted in ancient tradition: such as fire building and green woodworking. Join a supportive group environment, decompress, relax and connect back to nature and yourself.
This is for you if...
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You're seeking something real, time outdoors, learning practical skills and working with your hands.
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You're feeling overwhelmed and would welcome a few hours to slow down, switch off and reconnect with nature.
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You're curious about old skills and want to learn things that are useful, satisfying and increasingly forgotten.
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You enjoy learning by doing - getting stuck in, making things and having a go without needing to be an expert.
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You're looking for real connection in a down-to-earth, welcoming group.
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No prior experience needed.
What we offer...
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Over the seasons we’ll explore hands-on bush-craft skills that are simple, satisfying, and rooted in ancient tradition
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Fire from the Forest - Learn to light fires using ancient tools and natural tinders
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Tools & Whittling - Handle blades safely, coppice and harvest wood, ID trees, and carve your own piece to take home
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Foraging & the Wild Pantry - Gather and cook seasonal wild food together over the fire
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Wild Crafts - Use woodland materials to craft something useful or beautiful, from nettle string to healing balms