Reconnect with nature
Foraging and bushcraft workshops in North Wales and Bristol
Living Wild delivers workshops which educate and inspire people to reconnect with, and protect our environment. Empowering people by teaching skills like foraging and bush craft to bring them closer to nature and promote wellbeing.
What we do
Learn how to safely and sustainably, identify and gather wild food, through the seasons.
Foraging walks
Venture deeper into the art of living wild, with bush craft.
Bushcraft
A day of rest, reconnection and rewilding in an idyllic private space in North Wales.
Retreats
From corporate away days and school to retreats and hen dos, we can tailor-make a day or more for you.
Private events
Upcoming events
Join us for a day of rest, reconnection and rewilding in an idyllic private space near Llandegla in North Wales. 10am - 3.30pm
This day retreat is all about taking time to reconnect to nature, yourself and others. It will be an opportunity for you to try a range of activities that will immerse you in the elements, through the seasons. The activities will vary each session to include a range of different crafts and practices.
Whether it’s a guided walk to the woods, stopping to notice and talk about the trees, plants and fungi we find along the way, or creating natural art, each of these sessions will immerse you in nature. You will be guided through a mindfulness practice aimed to bring you into the present moment and connect you to the natural environment, with a big focus on having curiosity and awe in nature.
Each session will include the opportunity to invigorate yourself with a sauna and cold water immersion session, in a beautiful secluded natural dipping pool. Cold water therapy and use of the sauna have been shown to have a number of health benefits, including: Reducing inflammation, Improving circulation, Boosting the immune system, Reducing stress.
Take some time out to learn a nature craft like weaving or making wild medicine, as well as enjoying activities like yoga and a sound bath.
Snacks and drinks will be provided, and on some of the sessions we will cook over the fire.
You will be informed of specific details for each event ahead of the day via email.
Ticket structure
Standard rate - £105 - The rate for a full day of lovingly curated activities to help you Rest & Rewild.
Low Wage - £85 - For those who want to join but have less expendable income.
Pay it Forward - £120 - The gift of a little extra for those who can afford it, to allow those who can’t, to attend.
Spaces are limited so please book early to avoid disappointment. If you have any questions or would like any further information please email hello@livingwild.uk
A minimum of 14 days notice before the original booking date is required to reschedule. If there are no suitable alternative dates you can either have a voucher to redeem anytime within 1 year, or a refund minus the booking fee of £5
Forage @ The Community Farm, Chew.
10am - 12.30pm
Join Leah for a foraging walk at Chew Magna's stunning Community Farm, as we forage through the seasons and discover the abundance of wild food and medicine growing around us. From the Spring greens which help re-invigorate our bodies after a long Winter, to the edible flowers and seeds of Summer and through to the fruit laden hedgerows of early Autumn.
Leah will guide you on a walk around the farm where you will explore the abundance of wild food the land has to offer. Learn about the edible, medicinal and practical applications of the plants, trees and fungi we discover along the way. You will be shown how to safely and sustainably identify and gather wild food, whilst getting hands on and exploring with your senses and learning how to use these ingredients.
There will be plenty of hints and tips on how to use the ingredients we find, as well as learning some fascinating folklore about them.
This walk will help you to connect to the environment around you and empower you to go on and learn more. It will be an exploration of the senses as we discover natures abundance.
Soak up all this new knowledge while absorbing your picturesque surroundings, from the farm to Chew Lake.
More information on each specific workshops below.
*** 2026 DATES TBC***
If you are fascinated by foraging, but fungi gives you the fear, this walk is for you!
Leah will lead you through the FUN-damentals of fungi on a 2.5 hour walk through a beautiful woodland just 10 miles from Llangollen in Corwen. You will be introduced to some beginner friendly families of fungi, as well as some of the most deadly, so you know which ones to look out for!
If you don’t know your Agarics from your Amanitas, Leah will guide you through the anatomy, habitat and key identification features to help you confidently distinguish between different families.
Delving into mushroom foraging can feel daunting as a beginner, but this walk aims to empower and equip you with enough knowledge to confidently continue your fungi foraging journey.
In previous years, this woods has had a wonderful array of edible, medicinal and poisonous mushrooms, so given the right conditions this season we can expect to find a good range of mushrooms to add to your repertoire. Exact location given on booking.
Children are welcome if accompanied by an adult. 16 and under £20. Under 10’s are free. For children’s ticket select adult ticket then use code KIDS at check out.
About me
Hello, I’m Leah, the founder of Living Wild.
I’m a strong advocate for the therapeutic use of nature and adventure sports. I have a long background in working outdoors with youth groups, adults and schools, connecting people to nature, themselves and each other.
I have always been fascinated by the many uses of plants and fungi and loves nothing better than to share her passion and knowledge with others to promote wellbeing for people and the planet.
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