Reconnect with yourself through the calming power of nature in a beautiful private woodland at Hever.
Nurture in Nature is a series of seasonal outdoor wellbeing workshops led by certified Forest Bathing guide Tansy Jane Dowman. Taking place once a month, each three-hour session combines Qigong-inspired mindful movement, Forest Bathing (Shinrin Yoku), gentle reflection and time around a warming firepit to help you slow down, restore your energy and reconnect with yourself.
Although every workshop follows the same nurturing format, each is inspired by the changing seasons, creating a unique experience throughout the year.
Suitable for anyone aged 18 and over. No previous experience is required.
| Date | Theme | Time | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday 12 September | Returning to Yourself | 10am – 1pm | £40 |
| Saturday 17 October | Rooting into Autumn | 2pm – 5pm | £40 |
| Sunday 22 November | Rest & Restore | 11am – 2pm | £40 |
Each workshop includes:
A discount code for Hever Castle admission is also provided after booking should you wish to visit the Castle and gardens following your workshop.
Spend three peaceful hours immersed in nature as you gently move, breathe and reconnect with the world around you.
During the session you’ll experience:
Gentle standing movements inspired by Qigong, breathwork and embodied awareness to help release tension, improve focus and calm the nervous system.
Also known as Shinrin Yoku, Forest Bathing is the practice of slowing down and connecting with nature through your senses. There is no hiking or fitness element—simply time to notice, breathe and be present.
Throughout the workshop you’ll be invited to pause, reflect and connect with yourself through simple seasonal practices inspired by the natural world.
As workshop start times vary throughout the year, the timetable below is an example of how each session flows.
| Activity | Duration |
|---|---|
| Welcome and mindful walk to the woodland | 15 minutes |
| Opening circle and gentle movement practice | 40 minutes |
| Guided Forest Bathing experience | 90 minutes |
| Herbal teas, snacks and closing reflection | 35 minutes |
These workshops are ideal if you would like to:
No previous experience of mindfulness, Qigong or Forest Bathing is needed.
Please wear clothing suitable for the weather and comfortable walking shoes.
Bring:
Sit mats, ponchos (if required), herbal teas and snacks are all provided.
Please note that toilets are approximately a 10-minute walk from the woodland.
Tansy Jane Dowman is a certified Shinrin Yoku (Forest Bathing) Guide, Natural Mindfulness Teacher and outdoor wellbeing practitioner. Through her workshops she helps people reconnect with nature and discover the restorative benefits of spending mindful time outdoors.
Workshops take place within an exclusive private woodland on the Hever Castle Estate, separate from the main Castle grounds. This peaceful location provides a secluded natural setting with exclusive use throughout the session.
Please note that workshop tickets do not include admission to Hever Castle or its gardens. However, attendees will receive a discount code after booking should they wish to visit afterwards.
£40 per person
Places are limited and advance booking is essential.
Following your booking you will receive:
Always check details before travelling. Hever Castle reserves the right to close all or part of the Castle, grounds, catering outlets and activities, and to change or cancel and events. Please note that use of partner offers may be restricted or not valid on event days.
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