Family Wellbeing Retreat Day

A day to explore, play and connect!

Your mentors

Charlotte AtkinsonCharlotte Atkinson

Connecting People with Nature

SantanaSantana

Mind, Body, Spirit of the woods

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Sundial Cottage, Wilby

Ages: children 5 - 17 · adults 18+ years

Parent/Carer + Child £40 per sessionAdditional Adult £20 per sessionAdditional Child £20 per session +1 more

Next date: Sunday 2nd Aug, 10:30 – 15:30

Family Wellbeing Retreat Day block mentored by Charlotte Atkinson

A summary

Step away from busy schedules and spend a day connecting with nature, having fun and making memories together. Set within the peaceful surroundings of Charlotte's Wood, this special collaboration between Charlotte of Charlotte's Wood and Santana from Warrior Movement invites children and their parents or carers to slow down, explore and enjoy quality time outdoors. Through movement, creativity, play and shared experiences around the campfire, you'll be supported to connect with each other and the natural world. Whether you're looking for a day of family adventure, a chance to unplug from screens or simply some time to relax and enjoy nature together, this retreat offers a welcoming and supportive space for all. The day will include: • Nature connection and woodland exploration – Discover the woodland through guided activities that encourage curiosity, observation and connection with the natural world. • Woodland Qigong Disco – Join Santana from Warrior Movement for a fun and uplifting session combining movement, music and play, helping everyone to let go, laugh and feel energised. • Woodland games – Enjoy a range of family-friendly games designed to bring people together and encourage teamwork, creativity and fun. • Nature crafts – Create simple nature-inspired crafts using materials gathered from the woodland. • Campfire and outdoor cooking – Gather around the fire to prepare and enjoy delicious snacks together. Families are invited to bring their own picnic lunch and refreshments. Snacks and ingredients for campfire cooking activities will be provided. We will be outdoors throughout the day, with shelter available if needed. The retreat is suitable for children aged 5 and above attending with a parent or carer. All activities are offered in an inclusive and accessible way, with no previous experience required. The cost for the day is £40 per parent/carer and child, or £20 for families experiencing financial hardship. Additional adult and child places are available for £20 per person.

About your mentors

Charlotte Atkinson

Connecting People with Nature

Charlotte has over 25 years’ experience of working with children, schools and families as a primary school teacher, headteacher, educational consultant, Forest School Leader and trainer. She is a qualified Level 3 Forest School practitioner with over 10 years' experience of leading Forest School sessions with children aged 2-11 years. Charlotte is a Forest School Association (FSA) endorsed trainer and trainer assessor. In addition to her Forest School expertise Charlotte is a qualified Forest Bathing guide, offers nature-based coaching and wellbeing sessions and is a Nordic Walking instructor; which are testament to her love of the outdoors!

Santana

Mind, Body, Spirit of the woods

I am a Qigong instructor and sound therapy practitioner with a passion for wellbeing in nature.

About the session

* The session will take place at Charlotte’s Wood in Wilby. The address is Sundial Cottage, London City Road, Wilby, IP21 5LT. There is limited parking at the venue so if possible, please park at Wilby Coronation Hall, on London City Road (IP21 5LE) and then walk 400m up London City Road (away from the village). We are on the left, just past ‘The Shingles’. There is a pair of mirrors opposite the entrance. * The session will start at 10.30am. We will meet you at the entrance to the woodland. It will finish at 3.30pm. * Please ensure that you and your child are appropriately clothed for the session which will take place entirely outdoors (regardless of the weather!) Please remember lots of warm layers even if it is a mild day. Recommended clothing is: - Long sleeved clothing top and bottom (even on sunny days to provide protection from scratches and stings); - Lots of warm, thin layers; - Hat, gloves and scarf if it is cold; - A waterproof outer layer, top and bottom; - Waterproof shoes or boots and warm socks. * We will provide drinks and ingredients for campfire snacks. Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements. Please bring your own picnic lunch, mugs and water bottles. You may wish to bring a camping chair (we have plenty of log seats). * If you are unable to attend the session, please cancel using Eequ. Likewise, if you are going to be late, you can find my mobile number in the full details of your booking on your Eequ booking page. Please call me and let me know! We look forward to welcoming you to Charlotte's Wood for a day of fun, play and exploration!

Learning aims

Aim 1

To strengthen relationships through shared experiences and play.

Aim 3

To improve wellbeing through movement, relaxation and time spent outdoors.

Aim 5

To learn simple ways to connect with nature that can be enjoyed beyond the retreat day.

Aim 2

To develop a deeper connection with nature through exploration and sensory experiences.

Aim 4

To build confidence, creativity and curiosity through nature-based activities.

Charlotte's Wood

Charlotte's Wood is a place where people can connect with nature. It is a tranquil, privately owned woodland in the heart of rural East Anglia - large enough to lose yourself in but not large enough to get lost in! The woodland has a path running around the perimeter that makes it accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs. Next to Charlotte's Wood are two luxury holiday lodges and a cosy log cabin sits on the woodland edge. The cabin is used as a venue for meetings and training and as a meeting point and shelter during woodland activities. It can also be hired as a place to stay. There is a toilet in the cabin at the entrance to the woodland and a compost loo in the woodland that is used during sessions. At the woodland Charlotte facilitates various activities and events for adults and children throughout the year. The overarching aims of these are to provide meaningful nature connection experiences for all in order to promote physical and emotional wellbeing, to bring people together and promote social interactions and to generate a lifelong love of being outside in the natural world. These experiences include: * Forest School Leader training, taster days and CPD sessions for Forest School Leaders and assistants. * Wellbeing Days and PD Days for school staff and other organisations. * Seasonal Wellbeing Retreat Days. * 'Learn to Nordic Walk' courses and regular Health and Fitness Walks. * 'Wild Wood Holiday Club' for children aged 4-11 years. * 'Little Woodies' - Parent and Toddler Forest School sessions. * Seasonal Events for parents and toddlers such as the Halloween Spooktacular, Easter Eggstravaganza, Elf and Fairy Party, Teddy Bears' Picnic and Christmas Little Woodies. For more information go to: https://www.charlotteswood.co.uk/

Pricing information

Ticket namePriceInformation

Ticket nameParent/Carer + Child

Price£40

InformationOne adult and one child aged 5+. Includes all activities and campfire snacks.

Ticket nameAdditional Adult

Price£20

InformationFor extra adults attending with a booked family ticket.

Ticket nameAdditional Child

Price£20

InformationFor extra children aged 5+ attending with a booked family ticket.

Ticket nameConcession Family Ticket

Price£20

InformationFor families experiencing financial hardship. One adult and one child aged 5+.

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Where we'll be

Sundial Cottage, London City Road, Wilby, Suffolk, IP21 5LT

WHAT’S PROVIDED

Drinks

Snacks

Equipment

Safety

Enhanced DBS

Basic DBS

Risk Assessment

Public Liability Insurance

Safeguarding Training

First Aid Training

First Aid Kit

Please note

Please note, it is the responsibility of the booker to satisfy themselves about the adequacy of the safety measures. This platform is merely an introducer and does not verify the items listed here.

Cancellation Policy

No refunds are given except in the case of a cancellation by the Mentor.

My experience consists of a leisure activity, on a specific date(s), and therefore the 14-day ‘cooling off period’ under the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013 does not apply.