Woodcraft for Wellbeing - Festive Willow Weaving

The workshop is designed to support the wellbeing of adults by connecting them with nature and giving them the opportunity to learn a new skill or craft. This session will be learning how to weave festive decorations from willow.

We will start by taking a wonder through the wonderful ancient woodland at Hazel Hill Wood to collect firewood for our campfire and take some mindful moments in nature. After a hot drink and a mince pie, we will get started on weaving decorations - you can choose to make a reindeer, a star or a wreath (or more than one, depending how the time goes!). 

We offer a welcoming, non-judgmental, supportive, neuro-affirming environment. The activity will be combined with exploring a wellbeing strategy, such as a breathing or relaxation exercise. Hot drinks and biscuits will be provided. No previous experience is necessary. All activities are optional, so if on the day you'd rather be chilling in a hammock than doing the planned activity, that's ok!

If the weather is wet, the workshop will take place in the shelter of a roundhouse in the woods.

When:

Thursday 11th December, 10am – 12noon

If you're interested in attending a session, but can't make this day of the week, please do get in touch and tell us what days would work for you - creativesticks@outlook.com

Cost:

Standard ticket: £32
Supporter ticket: £42 (for those who are happy to pay a little more to subsidise a place for those who can’t afford to pay the standard price)**
Discounted ticket: £16 (for those who paying the full cost would currently prevent them from attending)

**The idea behind 'pay it forward' systems like this is to do acts of kindness which will have a positive effect on others, and in return the recipients are just asked to pass on the good deed to keep the cycle going.

What to bring:

• If you've got a favourite drink or a preferred sense-safe snack, do bring it along. 
• Wellies or walking boots are the best footwear. Trainers are ok after periods of dry weather.
• Please come dressed in warm layers prepared to be outside for the whole session. 
• Bring hats and gloves.
• Bring waterproofs if rain is forecast.

Location:

Hazel Hill Wood, Hazel Hill Wood, Grimstead Road, near Farley, Salisbury, SP5 1AU.
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Toilet

To save water, we use this composting toilet. 

Weather Policy
We have a roundhouse and tarpaulins for shelter from the rain. For safety reasons, sessions will not take place during strong winds and participants will be given 24 hours notice if a session needs to be cancelled/rescheduled.

Cancellation Policy
If you cancel with over 10 days notice, we'll offer you a refund minus a £5 admin fee. No refunds are offered with less than 10 days notice of the session. If we need to cancel a session, we will offer a replacement session at a later date, or a refund for that session if it’s not possible to reschedule.

If you have any questions, please contact Polly - creativesticks@outlook.com