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Women Gathering

Join us for a magical gathering of like minded women at Shaw Wood.

We are grateful to funding from Foundation Derbyshire and the Wren Fund which allows us to offer these sessions at lower cost.

These gatherings are special events where we come together to share, listen and connect with nature, ourselves and each other, to gather our breath and gather our thoughts.

This in-person event offers a safe space for women of all ages to unwind, recharge, and find inspiration. Whether you're seeking solace, friendship, or simply a break from the hustle and bustle of daily life, the Woodland Gatherings are the perfect opportunity to nurture your mind, body, and soul.

You are welcome to join us just the once or attend regularly as we build a supportive network of connected women.

In the 4 hours together we will spend time in guided mindful moments of forest bathing. We will then relax at the fire pit for drinks and conversation. For lunch we will prepare a meal together which will be cooked at the campfire and shared in circle together.

After lunch there will be a natural craft to have a go at if you choose to. We will end our time together with an opportunity to reflect and release in our closing fire ceremony.

If you would like to come along but can't stay for the whole session, that's fine. Please just let us know when booking so that we have the right amount of resources ready.

Feel free to bring along any other drinks or food that you choose to. We will provide hot drinks but please bring your own mug. Thermos travel mugs are ideal if you have one.

Seating at the fire is on very low logs, so please do bring a camping chair, blanket, cushion or anything that you would like to help you feel comfortable during your time in the woods.

Remember that we will be outdoors for the whole session, so dress for the weather! Sturdy footwear with a good grip is essential!

Please be aware that there are no toilets in the woods! Wild wee behind a tree are the only facilities on offer!

HOW TO FIND US:

The entrance to a small parking area can be found on the B6013 at Oakerthorpe, near to Woodside Grove Camping and Caravans. The best way to navigate to us is by using the what3words app with eggplants.scrum.slugs

There is a metal 5 bar gate which will be opened 30 minutes prior to the session. Please park considerately so that everyone can fit in! If you find that there are no spaces left, there is a small layby across the road from Woodside Grove just a short distance away, or park at the kerbside next to the metal gate. Parking in any of these spaces is at your own risk.

REFUNDS: Please be aware that we are unable to refund tickets with less than 7 days notice. For refunds issued with more than 7 days notice, we are unable to refund the Eventbrite booking fees.

To ensure safety for all participants and leaders, a session can be cancelled or postponed by Woodland Connections at very short notice due to forecast high winds or thunderstorms. If a suitable alternative date is not available, we will refund the full cost of the session. We will advise you if this decision has to be made either the evening before or morning of the session. Please check for emails or texts.

The Women Gathering sessions are hosted by Bonnie from Woodland Connections.

Bonnie is a level 3 Forest School practitioner and trained Forest Bathing Guide - with The Forest Therapy Hub. She also holds an up to date outdoor first aid certificate.

Bonnie is DBS checked, carries out annual safeguarding training and has full risk assessments, policies and procedures in places.

If you have any questions, please do get in touch.

Views from Shaw Wood.

Description supplied by the event organiser.