'The Tending'. Awakening ideas with The Natural Network. Business, Nature & Reflection.

The Tending.

Awakening Ideas - Preparing for Growth

It’s time for our next gathering in The Natural Network wheel. Following the sell-out success of our previous events, we’re delighted to invite you to 'The Tending' on Thursday 12th February for a morning for business reflection, strategy and renewal, held in the regenerative landscape of Four Acre Farm.

Together, these gatherings follow the rhythm of the year, guiding business leaders, change-makers and creative professionals through a cycle of clarity, purpose and renewal.

As winter softens and the first signs of growth appear in the land, we too are invited to pause, reflect and plant the seeds for what comes next. Where our earlier events explored gratitude and release, The Tending calls us into action for a season of awakening ideas, clarifying priorities and nurturing connections that will flourish in the months ahead.

The Natural Network is a collaboration between Nick Whitnell of Daring Works and Kate Forrester of Four Acre Farm. Together, we bring a rare blend of experience: Nick’s depth in commercial leadership, coaching and facilitation; and Kate’s lived understanding of natural systems, interdependence and how things truly flourish. This interconnection between business and nature, structure and flow, human wisdom and natural intelligence sits at the heart of these gatherings.

Many of us can sense that something isn’t right. We’ve drifted from our inner knowing and lost the natural rhythms that once guided our decisions. The result is burnout, disconnection and an inability to see our next step. Some seek the answer in corporate strategy off-sites and others from personal retreats but what if you could have both?

What to expect:

• Guided reflection and structured exercises to identify what to release and where to focus next
• Strategy and decision-making tools informed by natural cycles and systems thinking
• Nature-based experiences to reconnect with instinct, clarity and creativity
• Small-group conversation with peers navigating change and growth
• A seasonal market-garden lunch to nourish body and mind
• A 30-minute online coaching conversation follow-up with Nick Whitnell to integrate and translate insights into actionable next steps

You’ll leave with:

• Clearer priorities and sharper focus for your business or leadership journey
• Confidence in your strategic direction and the choices ahead
• A sense of renewal and readiness for the winter season
• Fresh energy and creativity sparked by nature and meaningful dialogue
• New connections with like-minded peers seeking purpose and practicality

Meet your hosts:

• Nick Whitnell – Senior business leader turned soulful strategist and founder of Daring Works. Nick helps leaders and teams navigate change, refine strategy and make decisions grounded in clarity and purpose.
• Kate Forrester – No-dig market gardener, chef and educator at Four Acre Farm. Kate’s work regenerates soil, wildlife and community and her deep understanding of natural systems brings balance and groundedness to each session.
• Four Acre Farm – Four regenerative acres of market garden, orchard, meadow and hedgerows. A living example of renewal and interconnected systems.

Event Details:

• Date: Thursday 12th February 2026
• Time: 09.15 arrival for 09.30 start | Lunch 12.30 | Ends 13.15
• Location: Four Acre Farm, Ringwood
• Includes: Guided strategy and reflection session, farm walk, seasonal produce, lunch and 30-minute follow-up coaching conversation with Nick
• Audience: Professionals, leaders, entrepreneurs and teams seeking clarity, focus and connection
• Cost: £99. £20 discount code for Daring Works newsletter subscribers.

Why it works:

• Strategic thinking thrives when we step outside habitual environments
• Aligning decisions with natural cycles builds clarity, resilience and perspective
• Embracing endings creates space for the next phase of growth