Event Details
Thursday 24 April, Saturday 12 July & Wednesday 17 September
10am to 12pm
£65 per person
About the Wellness Days
Spring into Spring: A Day of Nature Connection
Thursday 24 April
Join us for a day spent in nature, learning relaxation, breathing, and sensory awareness techniques to deepen your connection with the natural world. Together in a circle and out among the trees, we’ll explore tree and herb lore. We’ll gather budding shoots and herbs to create a healing oxymel, a blend of herbs infused in honey and cider vinegar.
Participants will also have personal time in solitude, a chance to sit quietly in nature, daydream, reflect, and strengthen their connection to the earth. We’ll close the retreat with a drum-guided journey and a final sharing circle for reflections. Please note the oxymel will require completion at home, with full instructions provided.
Summer Blooms in the Heart: A Day Retreat in the Heart of Nature
Saturday 12 July
As summer brings flowers and trees into full bloom, it invites us to slow down and be among the blossoms, receiving their gentle blessings. This day retreat allows for immersion in the beauty of summer flowers and lush green woods. Our morning begins with deep relaxation and gentle movements, helping us connect with the beauty that surrounds us. As we step into the woods and garden with sensory awareness, we draw closer to the natural healing power of plants.
In the afternoon, there is time for solitude and personal reflection, a chance to dream and create a unique flower essence. Creating a flower essence from a personally chosen plant or tree is a traditional way to harness their energy for well-being. We’ll end our retreat with a guided drum journey and a final sharing circle.
Autumn Gifts of Berries Bright: A Day Retreat for Berry Blessings
Wednesday 17 September
Autumn brings heavy fruit and seeds, a season for gathering and reflection as winter approaches. This day retreat celebrates the richness of autumn as trees burst into colour. We’ll spend a peaceful morning in relaxation, wandering through woods and gardens, learning from trees the wisdom of letting go. Along the way, we’ll gather insights on using seasonal gifts to support wellness through winter.
In the afternoon, we’ll create an elixir from hawthorn berries and rose hips and explore herbs and spices for winter health. We’ll conclude with a circle of gratitude, giving thanks for nature’s abundant gifts. Note: The elixir will require a few weeks of care at home before it is ready for use.
About Debbie Lincoln
Debbie Lincoln is a qualified herbalist with a first-class BSc (Hons) in Herbal Medicine, along with certifications in Remedial Massage, Shiatsu, and a BTEC in Counselling Skills. With over 25 years of expertise in holistic healthcare, Debbie provides a compassionate and personalised approach to wellness. Based in Lincoln and surrounding areas, Debbie offers workshops and nature walks focused on herbal medicine and nature connection.
Meeting Point
Please meet at the Chatsworth Stickyard, located in Stand Wood near the Farmyard, at 9.50am.
Refreshments
Each event includes refreshments and a locally sourced graze box lunch from Chatsworth Farm Shop.
Accessibility
These events takes place at the Chatsworth Stickyard which is an outdoor, covered venue located in the Stand Wood near the Farmyard. There is a fairly steep incline to reach the venue. During each session time will be spent walking with periods of standing. If you have mobility concerns or have any questions about accessibility please email education@chatsworth.org.
Important Information
Please ensure you dress appropriately for the weather and wear sturdy shoes or boots as time may be spent in the garden or woods.
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