Feel Good in the Forest Day at Hicks Lodge

Come to a wellbeing day at Hicks Lodge to ‘Feel Good in the Forest’ with Forestry England. The day will consist of free taster sessions from 10am-4pm, a great opportunity to try something new, connect with nature and explore what’s going on in your local forests and woodlands.

You can Feel Good in the Forest by trying free taster sessions listed below. The day will also include children’s activities and stallholders with information about local activities and support available from the wider health and wellbeing community.

The event aims to increase your activity, boost resilience, find restoration and connection with nature, feel more empowered and included. By enjoying a range of activities in nature, including the Forestry England self-led wellbeing trail, you can Feel Good in the Forest at Hicks Lodge!

-    Woodland Wellbeing, forest bathing and family sessions with Wild Minds CIC
-    Mountain bike skills sessions with B Buddies 
-    Crafts, interactive storytelling & more from Babbling Vagabonds
-    Activities and information from the Forestry England team
-    Activities and information from the National Forest Company team

Taster sessions are now available to book for the following activities:

Forest Bathing for Adults, 12 spaces available - 10.15am (45 mins) - to book

Woodland Family Adventure, 6 spaces available - 11.30am (45 mins) - to book

Wellbeing Trail Walk, 15 spaces available - 12.15pm (90 mins) - to book

Introduction to off-road cycling (8-16yrs) - 10am (120 mins) - to book

Introduction to off-road cycling (8-16yrs) 1pm (120 mins) - to book