Join us for a unique and immersive afternoon at the vineyard where we’ll celebrate the beauty of nature through Forest Bathing, including a mindful wine tasting..
This 3.5 hour event invites you to slow down, awaken your senses, and fully appreciate the tranquil private woodland from where the vineyard gets its name, along with our beautifully crafted award-winning wines produced from its soil.
Places are limited and cost £55pp including samples of a selection of award winning wines paired with delicious snacks.
Forest Bathing
Begin your journey with a gentle and restorative Forest Bathing experience where you are guided through the vineyard’s idyllic private woodland, adorned with bluebells, wild garlic, and a babbling brook.
Moving slowly and attentively through the trees, you’ll be led through mindfulness-based practices designed to calm the nervous system, reduce stress, and deepen your connection to the land.
Wine Tasting By The Fire
After immersing in the woodland’s tranquillity, we’ll return to the vineyard for a mindful tasting experience.
Settle round the forest campfire to hear all about the vines and sustainable ethos of Wildwood Vineyard, and sample a selection of their award winning wines paired with delicious snacks.
A Celebration of Nature & Craftsmanship
From Forest Bathing to wine tasting, every element of this experience is designed to be mindful, grounding, and deeply nourishing.
Whether you come alone or with friends, this is a chance to slow down, connect with nature, and savour the simple pleasures of the season.
FOREST BATHING IS A SIMPLE AND EFFECTIVE MINDFULNESS-BASED PRACTICE OF WALKING SLOWLY AND ATTENTIVELY IN NATURE AND CONNECTING WITH THE ENVIRONMENT THROUGH ALL OF YOUR SENSES
The name Forest Bathing is a translation of the Japanese term 'Shinrin Yoku' which literally means Forest Bath. The meaning of this is to bathe in the atmosphere of the Forest and does not refer to any physical kind of swimming or bathing.
The Japanese began Forest bathing back in the 80s and today there are Forest Bathing Guides all over the world guiding people back into Nature to find peace, deep relaxation, connection and meaning. The practice has now been subject to a vast amount of research and has been scientifically proven to be an effective support for mental health illness and physical/emotional health and wellbeing too.
£55pp including samples of a selection of award winning wines paired with delicious snacks.
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SCHEDULE
12:45pm - Arrive at the meeting point ready to be guided into the vineyard
1:00pm - Forest Bathing begins
3:45pm - Wine tasting and snacks around the campfire
4:30pm - Event finishes
Join us for this one-of-a-kind experience and celebrate nature in all its forms.
WHAT TO WEAR AND BRING
Sensible comfortable clothes and supportive shoes
Warm comfortable clothes
Warm Waterproof jacket advisable in case of light showers
Blanket for extra warmth if you like.
Water to stay hydrated
I provide a waterproof sit-mat and have waterproof ponchos you can use as an extra layer if you like.
In every Forest Bathing workshop, I have held, I am always deeply grateful to see a look of peace and contentment on the faces of the participants as they leave the forest. In our fast-paced lives, we rarely get the chance to find this kind of tranquillity and connection and it can be a very moving and comforting experience.
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“I did not expect to have such a powerful experience with Forest Bathing. I enjoy being in Nature and well-being so was curious to try and it definitely delivered. I felt so incredibly calm and at peace. I completely lost track of time and got lost in the moment. Tansy was very friendly and professional and lead us on a magical journey. I will definitely be back!”
— Vanessa - Sevenoaks
About Tansy Jane Dowman
Tansy is a People Walker and Nature Connector. She believes deeply that connection to Mother Nature is a direct pathway of reconnection with your soul, your inner wild self and your true nature. As a certified Shinrin Yoku Guide and Natural Mindfulness Teacher, she is driven by a purpose to reignite our relationship with this majestic planet we inhabit. To return to our place of origin and discover a sense of belonging that is waiting for us when we are ready to acknowledge and embrace our deeper connection to the wild.
Also an outdoor empowerment coach for women, Tansy walks alongside her clients on their journey of personal evolution. Nature connection is at the core of her work, her passion, even her name which is a wildflower.
Tansy holds a variety of workshops, retreats and walks all centred around finding a connection to Nature and the self.
About wildwood vineyard
Wildwood Vineyard is owned by three families - Paul and Andrea Olding, Paul's mum Enid Olding and Andrea's parents Carol and Vic Greenway.
Paul is the vineyard manager and was trained at Plumpton Wine Division, subsequently taking further qualifications at NIAB EMR East Malling and WSET. During the week, Paul is a tv writer/director. He has also taught viticulture and wine business as a Lecturer at the Plumpton Wine Division
The adventure started in 2014 with the purchase of a barren plot of grassland and a shaw of ancient woodland. Having ameliorated the site nutritionally and physically, in 2016 they planted the field with Bacchus, two clones of Pinot Noir (FR1801 and GM1-11), and Regent.
For such a small vineyard, Wildwood produces a wide range of premium quality, award-winning still and sparkling wines.
Wildwood wines are made under contract by Defined Wine of Canterbury, a founding member of the Sustainable Wines of Great Britain initiative
Tickets
Places are limited and cost £55pp including samples of a selection of
award winning wines paired with delicious snacks.