About the event

Each year during 30 Days Wild, the Big Wild Weekend sees Wildlife Trusts across the country holding special events to bring people closer to the natural world. We've got outdoor yoga, mindfulness, a medicinal herb walk and much more!
 

Outdoor Yoga

10:00 - 11:00

£6 per person

Join British Wheel of Yoga teacher Sandra Corlett as she guides us through a series of postures & breathing techniques to calm the mind and heal the body - all under the watchful eye of Northumberlandia herself!

This is an outdoor event. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing, extra warm layers for relaxation, plus a mat (spare ones can be provided) or blanket. Age 11+.
 

Medicinal Herbs -  Immersive Walk & Talk

11:00 - 12:00

£3 per person

Join Davina Hopkinson, Medicinal Herbalist as she takes us on a guided walk and explains the benefits of different kinds of plants that have been used for centuries to help support healing.

This is an outdoor event, please dress appropriately for the weather. Age 14+.
 

Forest Bathing & Mandala Making

11:00 - 12:00

£3 per person

Join a member of the NWT team for a wonderfully immersive woodland experience! Forest bathing is a Japanese mindfulness practice, scientifically proven to reduce stress and involves all of the senses. As part of this session we will also collect leaves, twigs and other. natural items to create a 'mindful mandala'. You will be able to take a photo of your creation as a reminder of your forest bathing experience.

This is an outdoor event, please dress appropriately for the weather. Age 11+.
 

Mindfulness

10:00 - 10:45 & 11:00 - 11:45

£3 per person

Join Michael Atkinson, mindfulness expert for a taster session to practice mindfulness meditation. Whether you are new to mindfulness meditation or have some prior experience, you will find this session calming.

This is an outdoor event, please dress appropriately for the weather. Age 16+.