FOREST BATHING: Natural Wellbeing
at nature’s pace

Discover how the magic of woods can bring you health and happiness, deep peace and restoration, on a Forest Bathing adventure amongst the wonderful woodlands of the Lake District National Park.

The practice of Forest Bathing (Shinrin Yoku – Japanese for “forest” and “bath”) using all of our senses: sight, touch, sound, smell, taste, emerged in Japan in the 1980s. As humans we are instinctively drawn to woodlands: the tranquil, quiet atmosphere, infused with sweet birdsong;  the beautiful, green scenery and fresh, woodland air; the sense of calm, peace and restoration that envelops you.

Until the early 2000s there was little scientific research to evaluate the therapeutic benefits to our physical and mental health of spending time amongst the trees. But the results of academic research have proved to be hugely impressive.

As well as practising the art of Forest Bathing on this 3 hour session, immersed, transported and relaxed in the magical woodlands, we’ll give you the tools to take Forest Bathing nature connectedness back into your daily lives and we’ll discuss the incredible impacts for your health: increased immunity, lowered blood pressure, reduced stress and anxiety, improved moods, better sleep and more happiness.

We’ll end the adventure enjoying a forest brew together (our take on the traditional tea ceremony!)

Dates:

Sunday 13^th April – Full Pink Moon Forest Bathing 6-9pm

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Saturday 7^th June – Forest Bathing 9.30 – 12.30

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Cost: £36 pp

Location:

Wild Haweswater encompasses 30 square kilometres of mossy woodland, rushing streams, moorland, heath and bog, and farmland set within a mountainous landscape on the eastern edge of the Lake District National Park.

Nestled in the folds of Haweswater’s dramatic landscape lie pockets of wildness; alpine plants cling to cliffs and ledges, whilst woodland birds, red squirrels and badgers teem in the woodlands

Wild Haweswater is a partnership between the RSPB and United Utilities, who are working together to manage the site for people, water and wildlife. With farming running alongside habitat restoration and thriving upland wildlife, the reserve demonstrates how people and nature can thrive together.

A percentage of your booking fee goes back to into supporting the fabulous work of RSPB Haweswater.

What’s included:

• 3 hour Forest Bathing and learning session
• A delicious woodland brew!

What’s not included:

• Transport
• Food/snacks

Cost: £35pp