Whinlatter Forest Visitor Centre
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England’s only true mountain forest. Whinlatter Forest is managed by Forestry England and is a great day out for all ages. Head to the Visitor Centre and main car park to start your visit.
The forest has walking trails of varying lengths to suit all abilities, taking you to up to viewpoints across Bassenthwaite Lake and Derwent Water, Skiddaw and Grisedale Pike.
If you’re looking for adventure, try the mountain bike trails, which make full use of the stunning setting. The red grade Altura Trail has been built for experienced riders with good off road skills and a higher level of fitness and stamina.The blue grade Quercus Trail is single track with gentle berms, rolling jumps, wide gradual climbs with technical features for the adventurous riders.The Gorse Cycle Trail is a waymarked 10km route, sticking mostly to well-surfaced forest roads and takes you to the best parts of the forest and explores the quieter corners of Whinlatter at Noble Knott. Why not try an orienteering challenge which explores the forest by using a combination of forest roads and parts of the Quercus mountain bike trail. Navigate your way between control points to score as many points as possible in a fixed time.
Two waymarked running trails provide stunning scenery, a higher calorie burn, and increased mental well-being. The 5km and 10km marked trails at Whinlatter make running through the forest more accessible, so you can feel confident to just hit the trails and enjoy all the benefits of being active outdoors.
The Whinlatter WildPlay trail is for children of all ages. Its 9 different play areas take you on a journey through the trees and include a climbing wall, water features, giant swings and a secret path. There are also two children's discovery trails, to help explore the forest - maps available from the Visitor Centre.
Swing through the trees on the Go-Ape tree top course with zip lines, nets, rope ladders and swings to negotiate. Or if heights aren't your thing Go Ape Forest Segways are the best fun you can have off-road, on two eco-friendly wheels, without having to pedal.
A Tramper, is available to hire from the Visitor Centre. This all-terrain mobility scooter enables visitors to enjoy a beautiful forest trail with spectacular views. The Tramper is managed in partnership with Lake District Mobility. Please call the Visitor Centre to find out more, 017687 78469.
There are also family events held in the forest over the year - check website for up to date information.
The Visitor Centre and Shop sell forest maps and a range of locally sourced products. Siskins Café offers home cooked food while Cyclewise, the onsite bike shop, hires out bikes as well as selling bikes and kit, and offering a range of bike skills and training courses.
- 9 walking trails
- Running Trails
- 3 cycling trails plus mountain bike orienteering
- Play areas
- Go Ape Tree Top Trek
- Go Ape Forest Segway
- Café
- Bike hire
- Picnic areas
Location
Whinlatter Forest Visitor Centre and main car park is just west of Keswick and is signed from the A66. Take the B5292 Whinlatter Pass and the Visitor Centre is 3 miles from the turn.
Other Forestry England car parks are available along the Whinlatter Pass, giving access to some of the walking routes and bike trails.
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Lakeland Paws canicross series
The 25/26 series of canicross races has now launched!
Held in England’s only mountain forest, Dodd Wood & Grizedale Forest. The perfect location for you to enjoy stunning scenery and a fully marked course on forest roads and trails.
This series offers a mix of courses across three venues with 5 and 3 mile options available. The popular double header weekend in May makes a return!
Event Dates
Sun 19th Oct: Whinlatter Tails (Seat How Course)
Sun 2nd Nov: Dogs @ Dodd Wood
Sun 7th Dec: Grizedale Growl (South Side)
Sun 4th Jan: Whinlatter Tails (South Side)
Sun 8th Feb: Grizedale Growl (East Side)
Sat 28th Feb: Whinlatter Tails (South Side) Night Run @ 6pm
Sun 29th March: Tour De Whinlatter
Sat 9th May: Dogs @ Dodd Wood (part of our Double Header)
Sun 10th May: Whinlatter Tails (Seat How Course and second part of our Double Header)
Free crafts in the Visitor Centre - just drop in!
Get Crafty!
Drop in and join our team in the Visitor Centre for free craft activities. A great way to finish off your day in the forest with a simple but creative memento to take away!
Room on the Broom Cauldron Walk
Iggety Ziggety Zaggety Zoom!
Walk with a witch and her cauldron and broom!
Help collect the ingredients from the forest for a magic spell.
Meet at the visitor centre.
Suitable for ages 5+, pushchair friendly route.
No dogs sorry.
£6 per child (10% discount for members) - must be accompanied by an adult.
Accompanying adults free – but they need a ticket.
Car parking charges apply for non-members.
Landscape Photography Full day workshop
Join photographer Steve Blake in our beautiful woodland environment.
Full day workshops are designed for those looking to take their photography to the next level and learn how to get the most out of your photography equipment, be that an iPad or full-frame digital SLR.
During the course of the day there will be plenty of time to visit a series of nearby locations to explore different elements and techniques of landscape photography. There will be opportunities to look at composition, exposure, exploring the relationship between ISO, shutter speed and aperture settings, getting to grips with your histogram, learn how to ‘work the scene’ and a host of other quick tips and techniques. There will be a chance to put your new skills into practice, get your images reviewed (if you want to) and have some one-to-one time with Steve.
Woodland Reset
Woodland Reset ~ The Conscious Self’s Signature Nature Day
Come and join The Conscious Self for a wellness day like no other! Deep in the heart of the forest we will connect to nature and community!
Step into the woods and let your system exhale. Woodland Reset is a calm, nature-led day to ground, breathe and reconnect. We gather among trees and water, move gently, regulate the nervous system, and settle by the fire. It’s simple on purpose. Less noise, more presence. You leave clearer, steadier and a little more yourself.
What’s included:
Evergreen walk & nature connection
Warming breathwork & mindful regulation
Gentle movement & deep rest
Restorative sound bath & meditation
Intentional pause & reflection
Nourishing hot soup or warm drinks
Community sharing & connection
Optional Waterfall fip afterwards (not part of the day but David will tell you where it is!)
Good to bring
Warm layers, waterproofs, hat and gloves, sturdy footwear, a blanket, a flask, and a small evergreen sprig or written intention to offer to the fire. A journal if you like to reflect.
All levels welcome. Clear guidance, opt-in for every practice, and time to move at your own pace. We adapt to the land and weather so you can drop in, slow down and reset.
Forest Bathing & Wellbeing in Nature Walk – Spring
Reconnect. Slow down. Breathe deeply.
Step away from the rush of everyday life and join us for a 3-hour guided forest bathing experience with Hannah, inspired by Shinrin-yoku – the Japanese practice of restoring wellbeing through mindful connection with nature.
Forest bathing is not a hike or fitness activity. It’s a slow, gentle, and sensory experience, designed to help you relax, unwind, and reconnect with yourself and the natural world. Guided by a trained facilitator, you’ll move calmly through the forest with simple invitations to notice sights, sounds, textures, scents, and breath, allowing the nervous system to settle and the mind to soften.
Throughout the session, there is time for stillness, quiet reflection, and grounding practices, all held in a supportive and welcoming space. The experience concludes with a shared forest tea ritual – a mindful pause to rest, reflect, and integrate the experience while enjoying a herbal infusion inspired by the forest.
No prior experience, special skills, or level of fitness is required. This experience is suitable for adults of all ages who can walk slowly on uneven ground and are comfortable spending time outdoors. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy, waterproof footwear.
Forest bathing has been shown to reduce stress, support emotional wellbeing, and improve mood and focus. You’ll leave feeling calmer, grounded, and gently refreshed.
Forage and Cookery Course
Get ready for an adventure with a Totally Wild UK professional forager on our Forage and Cookery Course. Join them on a journey to learn about the hidden world of wild edibles that surrounds us. And that’s not all! Enjoy a delicious wild food meal that will inspire you to pick up your foraging basket for your next adventure.
What to Expect on the Forage and Cookery Course in the Lake District
The foraging experience will last approximately 5-6 hours, giving you ample time to learn about foraging, explore the area, and enjoy a wild food meal!
You will be guided by a professional forager who will teach you about the rules and ethics of foraging. You’ll receive tips on how to confidently identify different plants, including their edible, medicinal, and herbal uses.
The foraging experience will involve a slow-paced walk with frequent stops to discuss and identify various plants, fruits, fungi, seaweeds, and tubers. The species you encounter may vary depending on the location, whether it’s an inland or coastal walk, and the season, but they’ll always be epic.
During the day, you’ll have the opportunity to sample an assortment of pre-made wild food items, including syrups, flavoured salts, and alcohol infusions. These wild treats will give you a sneak peek into the incredible flavours that nature has to offer.
Following the foraging expedition, you can opt to participate in a communal cooking session, creating dishes that are inspired by the season and that celebrate the bounty of nature.
Past meals have included dishes like:
** Wild Garlic and Dehydrated Mushroom Fresh Rolls
** Elderflower Eton Mess
** Dandelion and Dulse Rice Noodle Salad
** Dandelion Root Crumb, Meadowsweet Cream & Birch Sap Syrup
After the event, you will receive an email detailing everything you foraged during the day, including harvesting tips, edibility and the best ways to get these tantalising ingredients into your everyday diets. The email will also include recipes from the lunch you enjoyed, so you can recreate the magic at home!
WHAT TO BRING
- Suitable clothing for the predicted weather, such as long trousers to protect against nettles and brambles.
- Sturdy footwear, preferably closed-toed shoes for off-path exploration.
- A drink, as some wild flavours may be strong, and it’s advisable to have water for the day.
- Snacks for the foraging walk, as lunch will be served around 2/3pm.
- A pad or paper if you wish to take notes.
- A blanket or chair for the communal meal, as seating options may vary depending on the venue.
- Your own bowl & cutlery if you wish to use yours
Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge
Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge | Whinlatter Forest
Step into the wild beauty of the Lake District and experience the powerful combination of heat, cold water and nature with our Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge sessions in Whinlatter Forest.
Set high among the trees in England’s only true mountain forest, Whinlatter offers sweeping views across the fells, deep woodland trails and some of the cleanest, freshest air in the country. This is a place where nature feels vast, alive and grounding all at once.
Our Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge experience invites you to slow down, breathe deeply and reconnect with the rhythms of the natural world.
Rooted in The Conscious Self ethos, this experience brings together the simple elements of fire, water, breath and forest to reset both body and mind.
Sauna in the Heart of the Mountain Forest
Hidden within the trees of Whinlatter Forest, our wood-fired sauna offers a peaceful and grounding space to unwind.
Surrounded by towering pines and open forest views, the gentle crackle of the fire and the scent of warm sauna wood create a deeply calming atmosphere.
This is not a spa environment. It’s a raw and authentic forest sauna experience, where nature itself becomes part of the ritual.
Wild Forest Plunge
Just steps away from the sauna you’ll have the opportunity for a refreshing cold plunge, embracing the powerful contrast between heat and cold.
Moving between sauna heat and cold water, known as contrast therapy, has been practiced for centuries and may help to:
• Boost circulation
• Reduce stress and inflammation
• Release tension in the body
• Improve mood and mental clarity
• Strengthen resilience and energy
Take your time, listen to your body and move at a pace that feels right for you.
A Natural Reset in the Lake District
With mountain air filling your lungs, forest silence all around you and the warmth of the sauna in your body, this experience becomes something deeper than simply warming up.
It becomes a chance to pause, reset and reconnect with nature.
Whether you come alone for quiet reflection or bring friends to share the experience, this is a powerful way to reconnect with the natural world.
Full Moon Women’s Circle – Flower Moon
Full Moon Women’s Circle in the Lake District
The Full Moon is a powerful time for reflection, release, and renewal. At our special forest site in the Lake District, we gather in circle as women to honour the peak of the Moon’s cycle and reconnect with ourselves, each other, and the natural world. Guided by the light of the Full Moon, we gently release what no longer serves us and create space for what we wish to invite into our lives.
Rooted in connection, nature, and community, this women’s circle in Cumbria offers a supportive and nurturing space to be seen, heard, and restored beneath the magic of the Moon. Calling in the elements and directions, we cast a sacred circle to deepen our connection to lunar energy, the earth, and our own inner wisdom.
What You Can Expect
- Guided meditation and visualisation
- Shamanic drum journey
- Fire ritual for release and renewal
- Manifestation and intention setting
- Sharing within a supportive women’s circle
This Full Moon women’s circle is held in the forest, creating a deeply grounding and immersive experience for healing, reflection, and empowerment.
Forest tea and cake are provided. Please let us know of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.
What to Bring
All you need to be is you. Please bring:
- Warm clothing
- A torch
- A journal (optional)
Additional Information
- Open to women aged 16+
- The circle will be led by Jen or Lucy
- The site is located approximately 300m up a steep forest path
- A large shelter is provided and the circle will go ahead in the rain
- There are no toilet facilities in the forest, so please be prepared before arrival or be comfortable having a wild wee.
This is a welcoming and inclusive Full Moon women’s circle in the Lake District, offering a sacred space to slow down, reconnect, and remember who you are – held by the forest, the Moon, and sisterhood.
Forage and Cookery Course
Get ready for an adventure with a Totally Wild UK professional forager on our Forage and Cookery Course. Join them on a journey to learn about the hidden world of wild edibles that surrounds us. And that’s not all! Enjoy a delicious wild food meal that will inspire you to pick up your foraging basket for your next adventure.
What to Expect on the Forage and Cookery Course in the Lake District
The foraging experience will last approximately 5-6 hours, giving you ample time to learn about foraging, explore the area, and enjoy a wild food meal!
You will be guided by a professional forager who will teach you about the rules and ethics of foraging. You’ll receive tips on how to confidently identify different plants, including their edible, medicinal, and herbal uses.
The foraging experience will involve a slow-paced walk with frequent stops to discuss and identify various plants, fruits, fungi, seaweeds, and tubers. The species you encounter may vary depending on the location, whether it’s an inland or coastal walk, and the season, but they’ll always be epic.
During the day, you’ll have the opportunity to sample an assortment of pre-made wild food items, including syrups, flavoured salts, and alcohol infusions. These wild treats will give you a sneak peek into the incredible flavours that nature has to offer.
Following the foraging expedition, you can opt to participate in a communal cooking session, creating dishes that are inspired by the season and that celebrate the bounty of nature.
Past meals have included dishes like:
** Wild Garlic and Dehydrated Mushroom Fresh Rolls
** Elderflower Eton Mess
** Dandelion and Dulse Rice Noodle Salad
** Dandelion Root Crumb, Meadowsweet Cream & Birch Sap Syrup
After the event, you will receive an email detailing everything you foraged during the day, including harvesting tips, edibility and the best ways to get these tantalising ingredients into your everyday diets. The email will also include recipes from the lunch you enjoyed, so you can recreate the magic at home!
WHAT TO BRING
- Suitable clothing for the predicted weather, such as long trousers to protect against nettles and brambles.
- Sturdy footwear, preferably closed-toed shoes for off-path exploration.
- A drink, as some wild flavours may be strong, and it’s advisable to have water for the day.
- Snacks for the foraging walk, as lunch will be served around 2/3pm.
- A pad or paper if you wish to take notes.
- A blanket or chair for the communal meal, as seating options may vary depending on the venue.
- Your own bowl & cutlery if you wish to use yours
Half day Landscape Photography Workshop
Join photographer Steve Blake on a half day workshop
Whinlatter's beautiful woodland environment is a perfect setting in which to ‘dip your toe’ into the world of landscape photography.
You'll explore different elements and techniques of landscape photography. You'll have opportunities to look at composition, exposure, exploring the relationship between ISO, shutter speed and aperture settings and a host of other tips and technique
Half day Landscape Photography Workshop
Join photographer Steve Blake on a half day workshop
Whinlatter's beautiful woodland environment is a perfect setting in which to ‘dip your toe’ into the world of landscape photography.
You'll explore different elements and techniques of landscape photography. You'll have opportunities to look at composition, exposure, exploring the relationship between ISO, shutter speed and aperture settings and a host of other tips and technique
Forage and Cookery Course
Get ready for an adventure with a Totally Wild UK professional forager on our Forage and Cookery Course. Join them on a journey to learn about the hidden world of wild edibles that surrounds us. And that’s not all! Enjoy a delicious wild food meal that will inspire you to pick up your foraging basket for your next adventure.
What to Expect on the Forage and Cookery Course in the Lake District
The foraging experience will last approximately 5-6 hours, giving you ample time to learn about foraging, explore the area, and enjoy a wild food meal!
You will be guided by a professional forager who will teach you about the rules and ethics of foraging. You’ll receive tips on how to confidently identify different plants, including their edible, medicinal, and herbal uses.
The foraging experience will involve a slow-paced walk with frequent stops to discuss and identify various plants, fruits, fungi, seaweeds, and tubers. The species you encounter may vary depending on the location, whether it’s an inland or coastal walk, and the season, but they’ll always be epic.
During the day, you’ll have the opportunity to sample an assortment of pre-made wild food items, including syrups, flavoured salts, and alcohol infusions. These wild treats will give you a sneak peek into the incredible flavours that nature has to offer.
Following the foraging expedition, you can opt to participate in a communal cooking session, creating dishes that are inspired by the season and that celebrate the bounty of nature.
Past meals have included dishes like:
** Wild Garlic and Dehydrated Mushroom Fresh Rolls
** Elderflower Eton Mess
** Dandelion and Dulse Rice Noodle Salad
** Dandelion Root Crumb, Meadowsweet Cream & Birch Sap Syrup
After the event, you will receive an email detailing everything you foraged during the day, including harvesting tips, edibility and the best ways to get these tantalising ingredients into your everyday diets. The email will also include recipes from the lunch you enjoyed, so you can recreate the magic at home!
WHAT TO BRING
- Suitable clothing for the predicted weather, such as long trousers to protect against nettles and brambles.
- Sturdy footwear, preferably closed-toed shoes for off-path exploration.
- A drink, as some wild flavours may be strong, and it’s advisable to have water for the day.
- Snacks for the foraging walk, as lunch will be served around 2/3pm.
- A pad or paper if you wish to take notes.
- A blanket or chair for the communal meal, as seating options may vary depending on the venue.
- Your own bowl & cutlery if you wish to use yours
Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge
Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge | Whinlatter Forest
Step into the wild beauty of the Lake District and experience the powerful combination of heat, cold water and nature with our Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge sessions in Whinlatter Forest.
Set high among the trees in England’s only true mountain forest, Whinlatter offers sweeping views across the fells, deep woodland trails and some of the cleanest, freshest air in the country. This is a place where nature feels vast, alive and grounding all at once.
Our Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge experience invites you to slow down, breathe deeply and reconnect with the rhythms of the natural world.
Rooted in The Conscious Self ethos, this experience brings together the simple elements of fire, water, breath and forest to reset both body and mind.
Sauna in the Heart of the Mountain Forest
Hidden within the trees of Whinlatter Forest, our wood-fired sauna offers a peaceful and grounding space to unwind.
Surrounded by towering pines and open forest views, the gentle crackle of the fire and the scent of warm sauna wood create a deeply calming atmosphere.
This is not a spa environment. It’s a raw and authentic forest sauna experience, where nature itself becomes part of the ritual.
Wild Forest Plunge
Just steps away from the sauna you’ll have the opportunity for a refreshing cold plunge, embracing the powerful contrast between heat and cold.
Moving between sauna heat and cold water, known as contrast therapy, has been practiced for centuries and may help to:
• Boost circulation
• Reduce stress and inflammation
• Release tension in the body
• Improve mood and mental clarity
• Strengthen resilience and energy
Take your time, listen to your body and move at a pace that feels right for you.
A Natural Reset in the Lake District
With mountain air filling your lungs, forest silence all around you and the warmth of the sauna in your body, this experience becomes something deeper than simply warming up.
It becomes a chance to pause, reset and reconnect with nature.
Whether you come alone for quiet reflection or bring friends to share the experience, this is a powerful way to reconnect with the natural world.
Whinlatter Forest Half Marathon and 10K 2026
🏔️ Conquer Whinlatter! – Trail Half Marathon & 10K – May 2026 🏔️
Are you ready to take on one of the toughest and most scenic trail events in the Lake District?
Join Wild Deer Events in May 2026 for the Whinlatter Trail Half Marathon & 10K, a spectacular and challenging event set in the awe-inspiring Whinlatter Forest, with stunning views across Keswick, Skiddaw, and Derwentwater.
🗓️ Event Schedule:
Date: Sunday 24th May 2026
- 🏃♂️ Half Marathon – 9:50 AM
- 🏃 10K Trail Run – 10:00 AM
Note: Runs start on the North Side and finish on the South Side of Whinlatter Forest.
🏁 Event Distances
🏃♂️ Half Marathon Trail Run
- 13.1 miles
- Tough elevation & breathtaking views
🏃 10K Trail Run
- 6.2 miles
- Still challenging, but suitable for intermediate runners
📍 Event Locations
Start Location:(North Side of Whinlatter)
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Finish Location:(South Side of Whinlatter)
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🌲 About Whinlatter Forest
Located in the heart of the Lake District National Park, Whinlatter is a gem for outdoor lovers:
- 🌄 Panoramic views of Bassenthwaite Lake, Keswick, and Skiddaw
- 🚵 Home to the longest purpose-built mountain bike trails in the Lake District
- 🦅 Rich in wildlife, forest trails, and rugged hills
Get ready for firm trail paths, steep climbs, and fast descents — perfect for runners looking for a true trail challenge.
🐶 Canicross Friendly
- This event welcomes Canicross runners
- 🐕 One controlled dog per participant allowed
- Dogs must remain on a lead at all times
⏱️ Timing
- Live Chip Timing by Timing Up North
- Real-time results and accurate finish times
🎖️ The Finish Line
All finishers will receive:
- 🏅 A bespoke Finisher’s Medal
- 🦌 Wild Deer Merchandise
- 🍺 A beer or soft drink
- 🍫 A snack to help you refuel
👕 T-Shirt Option
- A custom event T-shirt is available to add to your entry for just £12
🅿️ Parking
- Subsidised parking is available on-site
- Paid after the event at Forestry England pay machines
🏃♂️ Hill Lovers, This One's For You!
This is a technical and scenic race, perfect for those who love:
- Climbing hills
- Running in wild landscapes
- Earning their post-race beer
Train smart, bring your trail shoes, and conquer Whinlatter in 2026!
Woodland Reset
Woodland Reset ~ The Conscious Self’s Signature Nature Day
Come and join The Conscious Self for a wellness day like no other! Deep in the heart of the forest we will connect to nature and community!
Step into the woods and let your system exhale. Woodland Reset is a calm, nature-led day to ground, breathe and reconnect. We gather among trees and water, move gently, regulate the nervous system, and settle by the fire. It’s simple on purpose. Less noise, more presence. You leave clearer, steadier and a little more yourself.
What’s included:
Evergreen walk & nature connection
Warming breathwork & mindful regulation
Gentle movement & deep rest
Restorative sound bath & meditation
Intentional pause & reflection
Nourishing hot soup or warm drinks
Community sharing & connection
Optional Waterfall fip afterwards (not part of the day but David will tell you where it is!)
Good to bring
Warm layers, waterproofs, hat and gloves, sturdy footwear, a blanket, a flask, and a small evergreen sprig or written intention to offer to the fire. A journal if you like to reflect.
All levels welcome. Clear guidance, opt-in for every practice, and time to move at your own pace. We adapt to the land and weather so you can drop in, slow down and reset.
Full Moon Women’s Circle – Blue Moon
Full Moon Women’s Circle in the Lake District
The Full Moon is a powerful time for reflection, release, and renewal. At our special forest site in the Lake District, we gather in circle as women to honour the peak of the Moon’s cycle and reconnect with ourselves, each other, and the natural world. Guided by the light of the Full Moon, we gently release what no longer serves us and create space for what we wish to invite into our lives.
A Blue Moon is a rare and powerful moment in the lunar cycle, occurring when two Full Moons rise in the same month. It carries the energy of completion and heightened awareness, illuminating patterns, emotions, and experiences that are ready to be acknowledged and released. Often associated with reflection and reset, the Blue Moon invites us to pause, take stock of where we are, and consciously choose what we want to carry forward into the next chapter.
Rooted in connection, nature, and community, this women’s circle in Cumbria offers a supportive and nurturing space to be seen, heard, and restored beneath the magic of the Moon. Calling in the elements and directions, we cast a sacred circle to deepen our connection to lunar energy, the earth, and our own inner wisdom.
What You Can Expect
- Guided meditation and visualisation
- Shamanic drum journey
- Fire ritual for release and renewal
- Manifestation and intention setting
- Sharing within a supportive women’s circle
This Full Moon women’s circle is held in the forest, creating a deeply grounding and immersive experience for healing, reflection, and empowerment.
Forest tea and cake are provided. Please let us know of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.
What to Bring
All you need to be is you. Please bring:
- Warm clothing
- A torch
- A journal (optional)
Additional Information
- Open to women aged 16+
- The site is located approximately 300m up a steep forest path
- A large shelter is provided and the circle will go ahead in the rain
- There are no toilet facilities in the forest.
Forest Bathing & Wellbeing in Nature Walk – Summer
Reconnect. Slow down. Breathe deeply.
Step away from the rush of everyday life and join us for a 3-hour guided forest bathing experience with Hannah, inspired by Shinrin-yoku – the Japanese practice of restoring wellbeing through mindful connection with nature.
Forest bathing is not a hike or fitness activity. It’s a slow, gentle, and sensory experience, designed to help you relax, unwind, and reconnect with yourself and the natural world. Guided by a trained facilitator, you’ll move calmly through the forest with simple invitations to notice sights, sounds, textures, scents, and breath, allowing the nervous system to settle and the mind to soften.
Throughout the session, there is time for stillness, quiet reflection, and grounding practices, all held in a supportive and welcoming space. The experience concludes with a shared forest tea ritual – a mindful pause to rest, reflect, and integrate the experience while enjoying a herbal infusion inspired by the forest.
No prior experience, special skills, or level of fitness is required. This experience is suitable for adults of all ages who can walk slowly on uneven ground and are comfortable spending time outdoors. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy, waterproof footwear.
Forest bathing has been shown to reduce stress, support emotional wellbeing, and improve mood and focus. You’ll leave feeling calmer, grounded, and gently refreshed.
Forage and Cookery Course
Get ready for an adventure with a Totally Wild UK professional forager on our Forage and Cookery Course. Join them on a journey to learn about the hidden world of wild edibles that surrounds us. And that’s not all! Enjoy a delicious wild food meal that will inspire you to pick up your foraging basket for your next adventure.
What to Expect on the Forage and Cookery Course in the Lake District
The foraging experience will last approximately 5-6 hours, giving you ample time to learn about foraging, explore the area, and enjoy a wild food meal!
You will be guided by a professional forager who will teach you about the rules and ethics of foraging. You’ll receive tips on how to confidently identify different plants, including their edible, medicinal, and herbal uses.
The foraging experience will involve a slow-paced walk with frequent stops to discuss and identify various plants, fruits, fungi, seaweeds, and tubers. The species you encounter may vary depending on the location, whether it’s an inland or coastal walk, and the season, but they’ll always be epic.
During the day, you’ll have the opportunity to sample an assortment of pre-made wild food items, including syrups, flavoured salts, and alcohol infusions. These wild treats will give you a sneak peek into the incredible flavours that nature has to offer.
Following the foraging expedition, you can opt to participate in a communal cooking session, creating dishes that are inspired by the season and that celebrate the bounty of nature.
Past meals have included dishes like:
** Wild Garlic and Dehydrated Mushroom Fresh Rolls
** Elderflower Eton Mess
** Dandelion and Dulse Rice Noodle Salad
** Dandelion Root Crumb, Meadowsweet Cream & Birch Sap Syrup
After the event, you will receive an email detailing everything you foraged during the day, including harvesting tips, edibility and the best ways to get these tantalising ingredients into your everyday diets. The email will also include recipes from the lunch you enjoyed, so you can recreate the magic at home!
WHAT TO BRING
- Suitable clothing for the predicted weather, such as long trousers to protect against nettles and brambles.
- Sturdy footwear, preferably closed-toed shoes for off-path exploration.
- A drink, as some wild flavours may be strong, and it’s advisable to have water for the day.
- Snacks for the foraging walk, as lunch will be served around 2/3pm.
- A pad or paper if you wish to take notes.
- A blanket or chair for the communal meal, as seating options may vary depending on the venue.
- Your own bowl & cutlery if you wish to use yours
Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge
Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge | Whinlatter Forest
Step into the wild beauty of the Lake District and experience the powerful combination of heat, cold water and nature with our Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge sessions in Whinlatter Forest.
Set high among the trees in England’s only true mountain forest, Whinlatter offers sweeping views across the fells, deep woodland trails and some of the cleanest, freshest air in the country. This is a place where nature feels vast, alive and grounding all at once.
Our Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge experience invites you to slow down, breathe deeply and reconnect with the rhythms of the natural world.
Rooted in The Conscious Self ethos, this experience brings together the simple elements of fire, water, breath and forest to reset both body and mind.
Sauna in the Heart of the Mountain Forest
Hidden within the trees of Whinlatter Forest, our wood-fired sauna offers a peaceful and grounding space to unwind.
Surrounded by towering pines and open forest views, the gentle crackle of the fire and the scent of warm sauna wood create a deeply calming atmosphere.
This is not a spa environment. It’s a raw and authentic forest sauna experience, where nature itself becomes part of the ritual.
Wild Forest Plunge
Just steps away from the sauna you’ll have the opportunity for a refreshing cold plunge, embracing the powerful contrast between heat and cold.
Moving between sauna heat and cold water, known as contrast therapy, has been practiced for centuries and may help to:
• Boost circulation
• Reduce stress and inflammation
• Release tension in the body
• Improve mood and mental clarity
• Strengthen resilience and energy
Take your time, listen to your body and move at a pace that feels right for you.
A Natural Reset in the Lake District
With mountain air filling your lungs, forest silence all around you and the warmth of the sauna in your body, this experience becomes something deeper than simply warming up.
It becomes a chance to pause, reset and reconnect with nature.
Whether you come alone for quiet reflection or bring friends to share the experience, this is a powerful way to reconnect with the natural world.
Landscape Photography Full day workshop
Join photographer Steve Blake in our beautiful woodland environment.
Full day workshops are designed for those looking to take their photography to the next level and learn how to get the most out of your photography equipment, be that an iPad or full-frame digital SLR.
During the course of the day there will be plenty of time to visit a series of nearby locations to explore different elements and techniques of landscape photography. There will be opportunities to look at composition, exposure, exploring the relationship between ISO, shutter speed and aperture settings, getting to grips with your histogram, learn how to ‘work the scene’ and a host of other quick tips and techniques. There will be a chance to put your new skills into practice, get your images reviewed (if you want to) and have some one-to-one time with Steve.
Woodland Reset
Woodland Reset ~ The Conscious Self’s Signature Nature Day
Come and join The Conscious Self for a wellness day like no other! Deep in the heart of the forest we will connect to nature and community!
Step into the woods and let your system exhale. Woodland Reset is a calm, nature-led day to ground, breathe and reconnect. We gather among trees and water, move gently, regulate the nervous system, and settle by the fire. It’s simple on purpose. Less noise, more presence. You leave clearer, steadier and a little more yourself.
What’s included:
Evergreen walk & nature connection
Warming breathwork & mindful regulation
Gentle movement & deep rest
Restorative sound bath & meditation
Intentional pause & reflection
Nourishing hot soup or warm drinks
Community sharing & connection
Optional Waterfall fip afterwards (not part of the day but David will tell you where it is!)
Good to bring
Warm layers, waterproofs, hat and gloves, sturdy footwear, a blanket, a flask, and a small evergreen sprig or written intention to offer to the fire. A journal if you like to reflect.
All levels welcome. Clear guidance, opt-in for every practice, and time to move at your own pace. We adapt to the land and weather so you can drop in, slow down and reset.
Full Moon Women’s Circle – Strawberry Moon
Full Moon Women’s Circle in the Lake District
The Full Moon is a powerful time for reflection, release, and renewal. At our special forest site in the Lake District, we gather in circle as women to honour the peak of the Moon’s cycle and reconnect with ourselves, each other, and the natural world. Guided by the light of the Full Moon, we gently release what no longer serves us and create space for what we wish to invite into our lives.
Rooted in connection, nature, and community, this women’s circle in Cumbria offers a supportive and nurturing space to be seen, heard, and restored beneath the magic of the Moon. Calling in the elements and directions, we cast a sacred circle to deepen our connection to lunar energy, the earth, and our own inner wisdom.
What You Can Expect
- Guided meditation and visualisation
- Shamanic drum journey
- Fire ritual for release and renewal
- Manifestation and intention setting
- Sharing within a supportive women’s circle
This Full Moon women’s circle is held in the forest, creating a deeply grounding and immersive experience for healing, reflection, and empowerment.
Forest tea and cake are provided. Please let us know of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.
What to Bring
All you need to be is you. Please bring:
- Warm clothing
- A torch
- A journal (optional)
Additional Information
- Open to women aged 16+
- The site is located approximately 300m up a steep forest path
- A large shelter is provided and the circle will go ahead in the rain
- There are no toilet facilities in the forest.
This is a welcoming and inclusive Full Moon women’s circle in the Lake District, offering a sacred space to slow down, reconnect, and remember who you are – held by the forest, the Moon, and sisterhood.
Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge
Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge | Whinlatter Forest
Step into the wild beauty of the Lake District and experience the powerful combination of heat, cold water and nature with our Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge sessions in Whinlatter Forest.
Set high among the trees in England’s only true mountain forest, Whinlatter offers sweeping views across the fells, deep woodland trails and some of the cleanest, freshest air in the country. This is a place where nature feels vast, alive and grounding all at once.
Our Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge experience invites you to slow down, breathe deeply and reconnect with the rhythms of the natural world.
Rooted in The Conscious Self ethos, this experience brings together the simple elements of fire, water, breath and forest to reset both body and mind.
Sauna in the Heart of the Mountain Forest
Hidden within the trees of Whinlatter Forest, our wood-fired sauna offers a peaceful and grounding space to unwind.
Surrounded by towering pines and open forest views, the gentle crackle of the fire and the scent of warm sauna wood create a deeply calming atmosphere.
This is not a spa environment. It’s a raw and authentic forest sauna experience, where nature itself becomes part of the ritual.
Wild Forest Plunge
Just steps away from the sauna you’ll have the opportunity for a refreshing cold plunge, embracing the powerful contrast between heat and cold.
Moving between sauna heat and cold water, known as contrast therapy, has been practiced for centuries and may help to:
• Boost circulation
• Reduce stress and inflammation
• Release tension in the body
• Improve mood and mental clarity
• Strengthen resilience and energy
Take your time, listen to your body and move at a pace that feels right for you.
A Natural Reset in the Lake District
With mountain air filling your lungs, forest silence all around you and the warmth of the sauna in your body, this experience becomes something deeper than simply warming up.
It becomes a chance to pause, reset and reconnect with nature.
Whether you come alone for quiet reflection or bring friends to share the experience, this is a powerful way to reconnect with the natural world.
Full Moon Women’s Circle – Buck Moon
Full Moon Women’s Circle in the Lake District
The Full Moon is a powerful time for reflection, release, and renewal. At our special forest site in the Lake District, we gather in circle as women to honour the peak of the Moon’s cycle and reconnect with ourselves, each other, and the natural world. Guided by the light of the Full Moon, we gently release what no longer serves us and create space for what we wish to invite into our lives.
Rooted in connection, nature, and community, this women’s circle in Cumbria offers a supportive and nurturing space to be seen, heard, and restored beneath the magic of the Moon. Calling in the elements and directions, we cast a sacred circle to deepen our connection to lunar energy, the earth, and our own inner wisdom.
What You Can Expect
- Guided meditation and visualisation
- Shamanic drum journey
- Fire ritual for release and renewal
- Manifestation and intention setting
- Sharing within a supportive women’s circle
This Full Moon women’s circle is held in the forest, creating a deeply grounding and immersive experience for healing, reflection, and empowerment.
Forest tea and cake are provided. Please let us know of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.
What to Bring
All you need to be is you. Please bring:
- Warm clothing
- A torch
- A journal (optional)
Additional Information
- Open to women aged 16+
- The site is located approximately 300m up a steep forest path
- A large shelter is provided and the circle will go ahead in the rain
- There are no toilet facilities in the forest.
This is a welcoming and inclusive Full Moon women’s circle in the Lake District, offering a sacred space to slow down, reconnect, and remember who you are – held by the forest, the Moon, and sisterhood.
Family Friendly Half day Landscape Photography Workshop
Join photographer Steve Blake on a family friendly half day workshop.
Whinlatter's beautiful woodland environment is a perfect setting in which to ‘dip your toe’ into the world of landscape photography.
You'll explore different elements and techniques of landscape photography. You'll have opportunities to look at composition, exposure, exploring the relationship between ISO, shutter speed and aperture settings and a host of other tips and techniques.
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Accompanying adults are free of charge.
Woodland Reset
Woodland Reset ~ The Conscious Self’s Signature Nature Day
Come and join The Conscious Self for a wellness day like no other! Deep in the heart of the forest we will connect to nature and community!
Step into the woods and let your system exhale. Woodland Reset is a calm, nature-led day to ground, breathe and reconnect. We gather among trees and water, move gently, regulate the nervous system, and settle by the fire. It’s simple on purpose. Less noise, more presence. You leave clearer, steadier and a little more yourself.
What’s included:
Evergreen walk & nature connection
Warming breathwork & mindful regulation
Gentle movement & deep rest
Restorative sound bath & meditation
Intentional pause & reflection
Nourishing hot soup or warm drinks
Community sharing & connection
Optional Waterfall fip afterwards (not part of the day but David will tell you where it is!)
Good to bring
Warm layers, waterproofs, hat and gloves, sturdy footwear, a blanket, a flask, and a small evergreen sprig or written intention to offer to the fire. A journal if you like to reflect.
All levels welcome. Clear guidance, opt-in for every practice, and time to move at your own pace. We adapt to the land and weather so you can drop in, slow down and reset.
Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge
Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge | Whinlatter Forest
Step into the wild beauty of the Lake District and experience the powerful combination of heat, cold water and nature with our Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge sessions in Whinlatter Forest.
Set high among the trees in England’s only true mountain forest, Whinlatter offers sweeping views across the fells, deep woodland trails and some of the cleanest, freshest air in the country. This is a place where nature feels vast, alive and grounding all at once.
Our Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge experience invites you to slow down, breathe deeply and reconnect with the rhythms of the natural world.
Rooted in The Conscious Self ethos, this experience brings together the simple elements of fire, water, breath and forest to reset both body and mind.
Sauna in the Heart of the Mountain Forest
Hidden within the trees of Whinlatter Forest, our wood-fired sauna offers a peaceful and grounding space to unwind.
Surrounded by towering pines and open forest views, the gentle crackle of the fire and the scent of warm sauna wood create a deeply calming atmosphere.
This is not a spa environment. It’s a raw and authentic forest sauna experience, where nature itself becomes part of the ritual.
Wild Forest Plunge
Just steps away from the sauna you’ll have the opportunity for a refreshing cold plunge, embracing the powerful contrast between heat and cold.
Moving between sauna heat and cold water, known as contrast therapy, has been practiced for centuries and may help to:
• Boost circulation
• Reduce stress and inflammation
• Release tension in the body
• Improve mood and mental clarity
• Strengthen resilience and energy
Take your time, listen to your body and move at a pace that feels right for you.
A Natural Reset in the Lake District
With mountain air filling your lungs, forest silence all around you and the warmth of the sauna in your body, this experience becomes something deeper than simply warming up.
It becomes a chance to pause, reset and reconnect with nature.
Whether you come alone for quiet reflection or bring friends to share the experience, this is a powerful way to reconnect with the natural world.
Half day Landscape Photography Workshop
Join photographer Steve Blake on a half day workshop
Whinlatter's beautiful woodland environment is a perfect setting in which to ‘dip your toe’ into the world of landscape photography.
You'll explore different elements and techniques of landscape photography. You'll have opportunities to look at composition, exposure, exploring the relationship between ISO, shutter speed and aperture settings and a host of other tips and techniques
Half day Landscape Photography Workshop
Join photographer Steve Blake on a half day workshop
Whinlatter's beautiful woodland environment is a perfect setting in which to ‘dip your toe’ into the world of landscape photography.
You'll explore different elements and techniques of landscape photography. You'll have opportunities to look at composition, exposure, exploring the relationship between ISO, shutter speed and aperture settings and a host of other tips and techniques
Full Moon Women’s Circle – Grain Moon
Full Moon Women’s Circle in the Lake District
The Full Moon is a powerful time for reflection, release, and renewal. At our special forest site in the Lake District, we gather in circle as women to honour the peak of the Moon’s cycle and reconnect with ourselves, each other, and the natural world. Guided by the light of the Full Moon, we gently release what no longer serves us and create space for what we wish to invite into our lives.
Rooted in connection, nature, and community, this women’s circle in Cumbria offers a supportive and nurturing space to be seen, heard, and restored beneath the magic of the Moon. Calling in the elements and directions, we cast a sacred circle to deepen our connection to lunar energy, the earth, and our own inner wisdom.
What You Can Expect
- Guided meditation and visualisation
- Shamanic drum journey
- Fire ritual for release and renewal
- Manifestation and intention setting
- Sharing within a supportive women’s circle
This Full Moon women’s circle is held in the forest, creating a deeply grounding and immersive experience for healing, reflection, and empowerment.
Forest tea and cake are provided. Please let us know of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.
What to Bring
All you need to be is you. Please bring:
- Warm clothing
- A torch
- A journal (optional)
Additional Information
- Open to women aged 16+
- The site is located approximately 300m up a steep forest path
- A large shelter is provided and the circle will go ahead in the rain
- There are no toilet facilities in the forest.
This is a welcoming and inclusive Full Moon women’s circle in the Lake District, offering a sacred space to slow down, reconnect, and remember who you are – held by the forest, the Moon, and sisterhood.
Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge
Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge | Whinlatter Forest
Step into the wild beauty of the Lake District and experience the powerful combination of heat, cold water and nature with our Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge sessions in Whinlatter Forest.
Set high among the trees in England’s only true mountain forest, Whinlatter offers sweeping views across the fells, deep woodland trails and some of the cleanest, freshest air in the country. This is a place where nature feels vast, alive and grounding all at once.
Our Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge experience invites you to slow down, breathe deeply and reconnect with the rhythms of the natural world.
Rooted in The Conscious Self ethos, this experience brings together the simple elements of fire, water, breath and forest to reset both body and mind.
Sauna in the Heart of the Mountain Forest
Hidden within the trees of Whinlatter Forest, our wood-fired sauna offers a peaceful and grounding space to unwind.
Surrounded by towering pines and open forest views, the gentle crackle of the fire and the scent of warm sauna wood create a deeply calming atmosphere.
This is not a spa environment. It’s a raw and authentic forest sauna experience, where nature itself becomes part of the ritual.
Wild Forest Plunge
Just steps away from the sauna you’ll have the opportunity for a refreshing cold plunge, embracing the powerful contrast between heat and cold.
Moving between sauna heat and cold water, known as contrast therapy, has been practiced for centuries and may help to:
• Boost circulation
• Reduce stress and inflammation
• Release tension in the body
• Improve mood and mental clarity
• Strengthen resilience and energy
Take your time, listen to your body and move at a pace that feels right for you.
A Natural Reset in the Lake District
With mountain air filling your lungs, forest silence all around you and the warmth of the sauna in your body, this experience becomes something deeper than simply warming up.
It becomes a chance to pause, reset and reconnect with nature.
Whether you come alone for quiet reflection or bring friends to share the experience, this is a powerful way to reconnect with the natural world.
Forest Bathing & Wellbeing in Nature Walk – Autumn
Reconnect. Slow down. Breathe deeply.
Step away from the rush of everyday life and join us for a 3-hour guided forest bathing experience with Hannah, inspired by Shinrin-yoku – the Japanese practice of restoring wellbeing through mindful connection with nature.
Forest bathing is not a hike or fitness activity. It’s a slow, gentle, and sensory experience, designed to help you relax, unwind, and reconnect with yourself and the natural world. Guided by a trained facilitator, you’ll move calmly through the forest with simple invitations to notice sights, sounds, textures, scents, and breath, allowing the nervous system to settle and the mind to soften.
Throughout the session, there is time for stillness, quiet reflection, and grounding practices, all held in a supportive and welcoming space. The experience concludes with a shared forest tea ritual – a mindful pause to rest, reflect, and integrate the experience while enjoying a herbal infusion inspired by the forest.
No prior experience, special skills, or level of fitness is required. This experience is suitable for adults of all ages who can walk slowly on uneven ground and are comfortable spending time outdoors. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy, waterproof footwear.
Forest bathing has been shown to reduce stress, support emotional wellbeing, and improve mood and focus. You’ll leave feeling calmer, grounded, and gently refreshed.
Woodland Reset
Woodland Reset ~ The Conscious Self’s Signature Nature Day
Come and join The Conscious Self for a wellness day like no other! Deep in the heart of the forest we will connect to nature and community!
Step into the woods and let your system exhale. Woodland Reset is a calm, nature-led day to ground, breathe and reconnect. We gather among trees and water, move gently, regulate the nervous system, and settle by the fire. It’s simple on purpose. Less noise, more presence. You leave clearer, steadier and a little more yourself.
What’s included:
Evergreen walk & nature connection
Warming breathwork & mindful regulation
Gentle movement & deep rest
Restorative sound bath & meditation
Intentional pause & reflection
Nourishing hot soup or warm drinks
Community sharing & connection
Optional Waterfall fip afterwards (not part of the day but David will tell you where it is!)
Good to bring
Warm layers, waterproofs, hat and gloves, sturdy footwear, a blanket, a flask, and a small evergreen sprig or written intention to offer to the fire. A journal if you like to reflect.
All levels welcome. Clear guidance, opt-in for every practice, and time to move at your own pace. We adapt to the land and weather so you can drop in, slow down and reset.
Landscape Photography Full day workshop
Join photographer Steve Blake in our beautiful woodland environment.
Full day workshops are designed for those looking to take their photography to the next level and learn how to get the most out of your photography equipment, be that an iPad or full-frame digital SLR.
During the course of the day there will be plenty of time to visit a series of nearby locations to explore different elements and techniques of landscape photography. There will be opportunities to look at composition, exposure, exploring the relationship between ISO, shutter speed and aperture settings, getting to grips with your histogram, learn how to ‘work the scene’ and a host of other quick tips and techniques. There will be a chance to put your new skills into practice, get your images reviewed (if you want to) and have some one-to-one time with Steve.
Full Moon Women’s Circle – Harvest Moon
Full Moon Women’s Circle in the Lake District
The Full Moon is a powerful time for reflection, release, and renewal. At our special forest site in the Lake District, we gather in circle as women to honour the peak of the Moon’s cycle and reconnect with ourselves, each other, and the natural world. Guided by the light of the Full Moon, we gently release what no longer serves us and create space for what we wish to invite into our lives.
Rooted in connection, nature, and community, this women’s circle in Cumbria offers a supportive and nurturing space to be seen, heard, and restored beneath the magic of the Moon. Calling in the elements and directions, we cast a sacred circle to deepen our connection to lunar energy, the earth, and our own inner wisdom.
What You Can Expect
- Guided meditation and visualisation
- Shamanic drum journey
- Fire ritual for release and renewal
- Manifestation and intention setting
- Sharing within a supportive women’s circle
This Full Moon women’s circle is held in the forest, creating a deeply grounding and immersive experience for healing, reflection, and empowerment.
Forest tea and cake are provided. Please let us know of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.
What to Bring
All you need to be is you. Please bring:
- Warm clothing
- A torch
- A journal (optional)
Additional Information
- Open to women aged 16+
- The site is located approximately 300m up a steep forest path
- A large shelter is provided and the circle will go ahead in the rain
- There are no toilet facilities in the forest.
This is a welcoming and inclusive Full Moon women’s circle in the Lake District, offering a sacred space to slow down, reconnect, and remember who you are – held by the forest, the Moon, and sisterhood.
Woodland Reset
Woodland Reset ~ The Conscious Self’s Signature Nature Day
Come and join The Conscious Self for a wellness day like no other! Deep in the heart of the forest we will connect to nature and community!
Step into the woods and let your system exhale. Woodland Reset is a calm, nature-led day to ground, breathe and reconnect. We gather among trees and water, move gently, regulate the nervous system, and settle by the fire. It’s simple on purpose. Less noise, more presence. You leave clearer, steadier and a little more yourself.
What’s included:
Evergreen walk & nature connection
Warming breathwork & mindful regulation
Gentle movement & deep rest
Restorative sound bath & meditation
Intentional pause & reflection
Nourishing hot soup or warm drinks
Community sharing & connection
Optional Waterfall fip afterwards (not part of the day but David will tell you where it is!)
Good to bring
Warm layers, waterproofs, hat and gloves, sturdy footwear, a blanket, a flask, and a small evergreen sprig or written intention to offer to the fire. A journal if you like to reflect.
All levels welcome. Clear guidance, opt-in for every practice, and time to move at your own pace. We adapt to the land and weather so you can drop in, slow down and reset.
Full Moon Women’s Circle – Hunter’s Moon
Full Moon Women’s Circle in the Lake District
The Full Moon is a powerful time for reflection, release, and renewal. At our special forest site in the Lake District, we gather in circle as women to honour the peak of the Moon’s cycle and reconnect with ourselves, each other, and the natural world. Guided by the light of the Full Moon, we gently release what no longer serves us and create space for what we wish to invite into our lives.
Rooted in connection, nature, and community, this women’s circle in Cumbria offers a supportive and nurturing space to be seen, heard, and restored beneath the magic of the Moon. Calling in the elements and directions, we cast a sacred circle to deepen our connection to lunar energy, the earth, and our own inner wisdom.
What You Can Expect
- Guided meditation and visualisation
- Shamanic drum journey
- Fire ritual for release and renewal
- Manifestation and intention setting
- Sharing within a supportive women’s circle
This Full Moon women’s circle is held in the forest, creating a deeply grounding and immersive experience for healing, reflection, and empowerment.
Forest tea and cake are provided. Please let us know of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.
What to Bring
All you need to be is you. Please bring:
- Warm clothing
- A torch
- A journal (optional)
Additional Information
- Open to women aged 16+
- The site is located approximately 300m up a steep forest path
- A large shelter is provided and the circle will go ahead in the rain
- There are no toilet facilities in the forest.
This is a welcoming and inclusive Full Moon women’s circle in the Lake District, offering a sacred space to slow down, reconnect, and remember who you are – held by the forest, the Moon, and sisterhood.
Woodland Reset
Woodland Reset ~ The Conscious Self’s Signature Nature Day
Come and join The Conscious Self for a wellness day like no other! Deep in the heart of the forest we will connect to nature and community!
Step into the woods and let your system exhale. Woodland Reset is a calm, nature-led day to ground, breathe and reconnect. We gather among trees and water, move gently, regulate the nervous system, and settle by the fire. It’s simple on purpose. Less noise, more presence. You leave clearer, steadier and a little more yourself.
What’s included:
Evergreen walk & nature connection
Warming breathwork & mindful regulation
Gentle movement & deep rest
Restorative sound bath & meditation
Intentional pause & reflection
Nourishing hot soup or warm drinks
Community sharing & connection
Optional Waterfall fip afterwards (not part of the day but David will tell you where it is!)
Good to bring
Warm layers, waterproofs, hat and gloves, sturdy footwear, a blanket, a flask, and a small evergreen sprig or written intention to offer to the fire. A journal if you like to reflect.
All levels welcome. Clear guidance, opt-in for every practice, and time to move at your own pace. We adapt to the land and weather so you can drop in, slow down and reset.
Half day Landscape Photography Workshop
Join photographer Steve Blake on a half day workshop
Whinlatter's beautiful woodland environment is a perfect setting in which to ‘dip your toe’ into the world of landscape photography.
You'll explore different elements and techniques of landscape photography. You'll have opportunities to look at composition, exposure, exploring the relationship between ISO, shutter speed and aperture settings and a host of other tips and techniques
Half day Landscape Photography Workshop
Join photographer Steve Blake on a half day workshop
Whinlatter's beautiful woodland environment is a perfect setting in which to ‘dip your toe’ into the world of landscape photography.
You'll explore different elements and techniques of landscape photography. You'll have opportunities to look at composition, exposure, exploring the relationship between ISO, shutter speed and aperture settings and a host of other tips and techniques
Full Moon Women’s Circle – Beaver Moon
Full Moon Women’s Circle in the Lake District
The Full Moon is a powerful time for reflection, release, and renewal. At our special forest site in the Lake District, we gather in circle as women to honour the peak of the Moon’s cycle and reconnect with ourselves, each other, and the natural world. Guided by the light of the Full Moon, we gently release what no longer serves us and create space for what we wish to invite into our lives.
Rooted in connection, nature, and community, this women’s circle in Cumbria offers a supportive and nurturing space to be seen, heard, and restored beneath the magic of the Moon. Calling in the elements and directions, we cast a sacred circle to deepen our connection to lunar energy, the earth, and our own inner wisdom.
What You Can Expect
- Guided meditation and visualisation
- Shamanic drum journey
- Fire ritual for release and renewal
- Manifestation and intention setting
- Sharing within a supportive women’s circle
This Full Moon women’s circle is held in the forest, creating a deeply grounding and immersive experience for healing, reflection, and empowerment.
Forest tea and cake are provided. Please let us know of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.
What to Bring
All you need to be is you. Please bring:
- Warm clothing
- A torch
- A journal (optional)
Additional Information
- Open to women aged 16+
- The site is located approximately 300m up a steep forest path
- A large shelter is provided and the circle will go ahead in the rain
- There are no toilet facilities in the forest
This is a welcoming and inclusive Full Moon women’s circle in the Lake District, offering a sacred space to slow down, reconnect, and remember who you are – held by the forest, the Moon, and sisterhood.
Landscape Photography Full day workshop
Join photographer Steve Blake in our beautiful woodland environment.
Full day workshops are designed for those looking to take their photography to the next level and learn how to get the most out of your photography equipment, be that an iPad or full-frame digital SLR.
During the course of the day there will be plenty of time to visit a series of nearby locations to explore different elements and techniques of landscape photography. There will be opportunities to look at composition, exposure, exploring the relationship between ISO, shutter speed and aperture settings, getting to grips with your histogram, learn how to ‘work the scene’ and a host of other quick tips and techniques. There will be a chance to put your new skills into practice, get your images reviewed (if you want to) and have some one-to-one time with Steve.
Forest Bathing & Wellbeing in Nature Walk – Winter
Reconnect. Slow down. Breathe deeply.
Step away from the rush of everyday life and join us for a 3-hour guided forest bathing experience with Hannah, inspired by Shinrin-yoku – the Japanese practice of restoring wellbeing through mindful connection with nature.
Forest bathing is not a hike or fitness activity. It’s a slow, gentle, and sensory experience, designed to help you relax, unwind, and reconnect with yourself and the natural world. Guided by a trained facilitator, you’ll move calmly through the forest with simple invitations to notice sights, sounds, textures, scents, and breath, allowing the nervous system to settle and the mind to soften.
Throughout the session, there is time for stillness, quiet reflection, and grounding practices, all held in a supportive and welcoming space. The experience concludes with a shared forest tea ritual – a mindful pause to rest, reflect, and integrate the experience while enjoying a herbal infusion inspired by the forest.
No prior experience, special skills, or level of fitness is required. This experience is suitable for adults of all ages who can walk slowly on uneven ground and are comfortable spending time outdoors. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy, waterproof footwear.
Forest bathing has been shown to reduce stress, support emotional wellbeing, and improve mood and focus. You’ll leave feeling calmer, grounded, and gently refreshed.
Your enquiry will be sent directly to Whinlatter Forest Visitor Centre. Please fill in as much detail as you can.
England’s only true mountain forest. Whinlatter Forest is managed by Forestry England and is a great day out for all ages. Head to the Visitor Centre and main car park to start your visit.
The forest has walking trails of varying lengths to suit all abilities, taking you to up to viewpoints across Bassenthwaite Lake and Derwent Water, Skiddaw and Grisedale Pike.
If you’re looking for adventure, try the mountain bike trails, which make full use of the stunning setting. The red grade Altura Trail has been built for experienced riders with good off road skills and a higher level of fitness and stamina.The blue grade Quercus Trail is single track with gentle berms, rolling jumps, wide gradual climbs with technical features for the adventurous riders.The Gorse Cycle Trail is a waymarked 10km route, sticking mostly to well-surfaced forest roads and takes you to the best parts of the forest and explores the quieter corners of Whinlatter at Noble Knott. Why not try an orienteering challenge which explores the forest by using a combination of forest roads and parts of the Quercus mountain bike trail. Navigate your way between control points to score as many points as possible in a fixed time.
Two waymarked running trails provide stunning scenery, a higher calorie burn, and increased mental well-being. The 5km and 10km marked trails at Whinlatter make running through the forest more accessible, so you can feel confident to just hit the trails and enjoy all the benefits of being active outdoors.
The Whinlatter WildPlay trail is for children of all ages. Its 9 different play areas take you on a journey through the trees and include a climbing wall, water features, giant swings and a secret path. There are also two children's discovery trails, to help explore the forest - maps available from the Visitor Centre.
Swing through the trees on the Go-Ape tree top course with zip lines, nets, rope ladders and swings to negotiate. Or if heights aren't your thing Go Ape Forest Segways are the best fun you can have off-road, on two eco-friendly wheels, without having to pedal.
A Tramper, is available to hire from the Visitor Centre. This all-terrain mobility scooter enables visitors to enjoy a beautiful forest trail with spectacular views. The Tramper is managed in partnership with Lake District Mobility. Please call the Visitor Centre to find out more, 017687 78469.
There are also family events held in the forest over the year - check website for up to date information.
The Visitor Centre and Shop sell forest maps and a range of locally sourced products. Siskins Café offers home cooked food while Cyclewise, the onsite bike shop, hires out bikes as well as selling bikes and kit, and offering a range of bike skills and training courses.
- 9 walking trails
- Running Trails
- 3 cycling trails plus mountain bike orienteering
- Play areas
- Go Ape Tree Top Trek
- Go Ape Forest Segway
- Café
- Bike hire
- Picnic areas
Location
Whinlatter Forest Visitor Centre and main car park is just west of Keswick and is signed from the A66. Take the B5292 Whinlatter Pass and the Visitor Centre is 3 miles from the turn.
Other Forestry England car parks are available along the Whinlatter Pass, giving access to some of the walking routes and bike trails.
Lakeland Paws canicross series
The 25/26 series of canicross races has now launched!
Held in England’s only mountain forest, Dodd Wood & Grizedale Forest. The perfect location for you to enjoy stunning scenery and a fully marked course on forest roads and trails.
This series offers a mix of courses across three venues with 5 and 3 mile options available. The popular double header weekend in May makes a return!
Event Dates
Sun 19th Oct: Whinlatter Tails (Seat How Course)
Sun 2nd Nov: Dogs @ Dodd Wood
Sun 7th Dec: Grizedale Growl (South Side)
Sun 4th Jan: Whinlatter Tails (South Side)
Sun 8th Feb: Grizedale Growl (East Side)
Sat 28th Feb: Whinlatter Tails (South Side) Night Run @ 6pm
Sun 29th March: Tour De Whinlatter
Sat 9th May: Dogs @ Dodd Wood (part of our Double Header)
Sun 10th May: Whinlatter Tails (Seat How Course and second part of our Double Header)
Free crafts in the Visitor Centre - just drop in!
Get Crafty!
Drop in and join our team in the Visitor Centre for free craft activities. A great way to finish off your day in the forest with a simple but creative memento to take away!
Room on the Broom Cauldron Walk
Iggety Ziggety Zaggety Zoom!
Walk with a witch and her cauldron and broom!
Help collect the ingredients from the forest for a magic spell.
Meet at the visitor centre.
Suitable for ages 5+, pushchair friendly route.
No dogs sorry.
£6 per child (10% discount for members) - must be accompanied by an adult.
Accompanying adults free – but they need a ticket.
Car parking charges apply for non-members.
Landscape Photography Full day workshop
Join photographer Steve Blake in our beautiful woodland environment.
Full day workshops are designed for those looking to take their photography to the next level and learn how to get the most out of your photography equipment, be that an iPad or full-frame digital SLR.
During the course of the day there will be plenty of time to visit a series of nearby locations to explore different elements and techniques of landscape photography. There will be opportunities to look at composition, exposure, exploring the relationship between ISO, shutter speed and aperture settings, getting to grips with your histogram, learn how to ‘work the scene’ and a host of other quick tips and techniques. There will be a chance to put your new skills into practice, get your images reviewed (if you want to) and have some one-to-one time with Steve.
Woodland Reset
Woodland Reset ~ The Conscious Self’s Signature Nature Day
Come and join The Conscious Self for a wellness day like no other! Deep in the heart of the forest we will connect to nature and community!
Step into the woods and let your system exhale. Woodland Reset is a calm, nature-led day to ground, breathe and reconnect. We gather among trees and water, move gently, regulate the nervous system, and settle by the fire. It’s simple on purpose. Less noise, more presence. You leave clearer, steadier and a little more yourself.
What’s included:
Evergreen walk & nature connection
Warming breathwork & mindful regulation
Gentle movement & deep rest
Restorative sound bath & meditation
Intentional pause & reflection
Nourishing hot soup or warm drinks
Community sharing & connection
Optional Waterfall fip afterwards (not part of the day but David will tell you where it is!)
Good to bring
Warm layers, waterproofs, hat and gloves, sturdy footwear, a blanket, a flask, and a small evergreen sprig or written intention to offer to the fire. A journal if you like to reflect.
All levels welcome. Clear guidance, opt-in for every practice, and time to move at your own pace. We adapt to the land and weather so you can drop in, slow down and reset.
Forest Bathing & Wellbeing in Nature Walk – Spring
Reconnect. Slow down. Breathe deeply.
Step away from the rush of everyday life and join us for a 3-hour guided forest bathing experience with Hannah, inspired by Shinrin-yoku – the Japanese practice of restoring wellbeing through mindful connection with nature.
Forest bathing is not a hike or fitness activity. It’s a slow, gentle, and sensory experience, designed to help you relax, unwind, and reconnect with yourself and the natural world. Guided by a trained facilitator, you’ll move calmly through the forest with simple invitations to notice sights, sounds, textures, scents, and breath, allowing the nervous system to settle and the mind to soften.
Throughout the session, there is time for stillness, quiet reflection, and grounding practices, all held in a supportive and welcoming space. The experience concludes with a shared forest tea ritual – a mindful pause to rest, reflect, and integrate the experience while enjoying a herbal infusion inspired by the forest.
No prior experience, special skills, or level of fitness is required. This experience is suitable for adults of all ages who can walk slowly on uneven ground and are comfortable spending time outdoors. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy, waterproof footwear.
Forest bathing has been shown to reduce stress, support emotional wellbeing, and improve mood and focus. You’ll leave feeling calmer, grounded, and gently refreshed.
Forage and Cookery Course
Get ready for an adventure with a Totally Wild UK professional forager on our Forage and Cookery Course. Join them on a journey to learn about the hidden world of wild edibles that surrounds us. And that’s not all! Enjoy a delicious wild food meal that will inspire you to pick up your foraging basket for your next adventure.
What to Expect on the Forage and Cookery Course in the Lake District
The foraging experience will last approximately 5-6 hours, giving you ample time to learn about foraging, explore the area, and enjoy a wild food meal!
You will be guided by a professional forager who will teach you about the rules and ethics of foraging. You’ll receive tips on how to confidently identify different plants, including their edible, medicinal, and herbal uses.
The foraging experience will involve a slow-paced walk with frequent stops to discuss and identify various plants, fruits, fungi, seaweeds, and tubers. The species you encounter may vary depending on the location, whether it’s an inland or coastal walk, and the season, but they’ll always be epic.
During the day, you’ll have the opportunity to sample an assortment of pre-made wild food items, including syrups, flavoured salts, and alcohol infusions. These wild treats will give you a sneak peek into the incredible flavours that nature has to offer.
Following the foraging expedition, you can opt to participate in a communal cooking session, creating dishes that are inspired by the season and that celebrate the bounty of nature.
Past meals have included dishes like:
** Wild Garlic and Dehydrated Mushroom Fresh Rolls
** Elderflower Eton Mess
** Dandelion and Dulse Rice Noodle Salad
** Dandelion Root Crumb, Meadowsweet Cream & Birch Sap Syrup
After the event, you will receive an email detailing everything you foraged during the day, including harvesting tips, edibility and the best ways to get these tantalising ingredients into your everyday diets. The email will also include recipes from the lunch you enjoyed, so you can recreate the magic at home!
WHAT TO BRING
- Suitable clothing for the predicted weather, such as long trousers to protect against nettles and brambles.
- Sturdy footwear, preferably closed-toed shoes for off-path exploration.
- A drink, as some wild flavours may be strong, and it’s advisable to have water for the day.
- Snacks for the foraging walk, as lunch will be served around 2/3pm.
- A pad or paper if you wish to take notes.
- A blanket or chair for the communal meal, as seating options may vary depending on the venue.
- Your own bowl & cutlery if you wish to use yours
Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge
Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge | Whinlatter Forest
Step into the wild beauty of the Lake District and experience the powerful combination of heat, cold water and nature with our Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge sessions in Whinlatter Forest.
Set high among the trees in England’s only true mountain forest, Whinlatter offers sweeping views across the fells, deep woodland trails and some of the cleanest, freshest air in the country. This is a place where nature feels vast, alive and grounding all at once.
Our Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge experience invites you to slow down, breathe deeply and reconnect with the rhythms of the natural world.
Rooted in The Conscious Self ethos, this experience brings together the simple elements of fire, water, breath and forest to reset both body and mind.
Sauna in the Heart of the Mountain Forest
Hidden within the trees of Whinlatter Forest, our wood-fired sauna offers a peaceful and grounding space to unwind.
Surrounded by towering pines and open forest views, the gentle crackle of the fire and the scent of warm sauna wood create a deeply calming atmosphere.
This is not a spa environment. It’s a raw and authentic forest sauna experience, where nature itself becomes part of the ritual.
Wild Forest Plunge
Just steps away from the sauna you’ll have the opportunity for a refreshing cold plunge, embracing the powerful contrast between heat and cold.
Moving between sauna heat and cold water, known as contrast therapy, has been practiced for centuries and may help to:
• Boost circulation
• Reduce stress and inflammation
• Release tension in the body
• Improve mood and mental clarity
• Strengthen resilience and energy
Take your time, listen to your body and move at a pace that feels right for you.
A Natural Reset in the Lake District
With mountain air filling your lungs, forest silence all around you and the warmth of the sauna in your body, this experience becomes something deeper than simply warming up.
It becomes a chance to pause, reset and reconnect with nature.
Whether you come alone for quiet reflection or bring friends to share the experience, this is a powerful way to reconnect with the natural world.
Full Moon Women’s Circle – Flower Moon
Full Moon Women’s Circle in the Lake District
The Full Moon is a powerful time for reflection, release, and renewal. At our special forest site in the Lake District, we gather in circle as women to honour the peak of the Moon’s cycle and reconnect with ourselves, each other, and the natural world. Guided by the light of the Full Moon, we gently release what no longer serves us and create space for what we wish to invite into our lives.
Rooted in connection, nature, and community, this women’s circle in Cumbria offers a supportive and nurturing space to be seen, heard, and restored beneath the magic of the Moon. Calling in the elements and directions, we cast a sacred circle to deepen our connection to lunar energy, the earth, and our own inner wisdom.
What You Can Expect
- Guided meditation and visualisation
- Shamanic drum journey
- Fire ritual for release and renewal
- Manifestation and intention setting
- Sharing within a supportive women’s circle
This Full Moon women’s circle is held in the forest, creating a deeply grounding and immersive experience for healing, reflection, and empowerment.
Forest tea and cake are provided. Please let us know of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.
What to Bring
All you need to be is you. Please bring:
- Warm clothing
- A torch
- A journal (optional)
Additional Information
- Open to women aged 16+
- The circle will be led by Jen or Lucy
- The site is located approximately 300m up a steep forest path
- A large shelter is provided and the circle will go ahead in the rain
- There are no toilet facilities in the forest, so please be prepared before arrival or be comfortable having a wild wee.
This is a welcoming and inclusive Full Moon women’s circle in the Lake District, offering a sacred space to slow down, reconnect, and remember who you are – held by the forest, the Moon, and sisterhood.
Forage and Cookery Course
Get ready for an adventure with a Totally Wild UK professional forager on our Forage and Cookery Course. Join them on a journey to learn about the hidden world of wild edibles that surrounds us. And that’s not all! Enjoy a delicious wild food meal that will inspire you to pick up your foraging basket for your next adventure.
What to Expect on the Forage and Cookery Course in the Lake District
The foraging experience will last approximately 5-6 hours, giving you ample time to learn about foraging, explore the area, and enjoy a wild food meal!
You will be guided by a professional forager who will teach you about the rules and ethics of foraging. You’ll receive tips on how to confidently identify different plants, including their edible, medicinal, and herbal uses.
The foraging experience will involve a slow-paced walk with frequent stops to discuss and identify various plants, fruits, fungi, seaweeds, and tubers. The species you encounter may vary depending on the location, whether it’s an inland or coastal walk, and the season, but they’ll always be epic.
During the day, you’ll have the opportunity to sample an assortment of pre-made wild food items, including syrups, flavoured salts, and alcohol infusions. These wild treats will give you a sneak peek into the incredible flavours that nature has to offer.
Following the foraging expedition, you can opt to participate in a communal cooking session, creating dishes that are inspired by the season and that celebrate the bounty of nature.
Past meals have included dishes like:
** Wild Garlic and Dehydrated Mushroom Fresh Rolls
** Elderflower Eton Mess
** Dandelion and Dulse Rice Noodle Salad
** Dandelion Root Crumb, Meadowsweet Cream & Birch Sap Syrup
After the event, you will receive an email detailing everything you foraged during the day, including harvesting tips, edibility and the best ways to get these tantalising ingredients into your everyday diets. The email will also include recipes from the lunch you enjoyed, so you can recreate the magic at home!
WHAT TO BRING
- Suitable clothing for the predicted weather, such as long trousers to protect against nettles and brambles.
- Sturdy footwear, preferably closed-toed shoes for off-path exploration.
- A drink, as some wild flavours may be strong, and it’s advisable to have water for the day.
- Snacks for the foraging walk, as lunch will be served around 2/3pm.
- A pad or paper if you wish to take notes.
- A blanket or chair for the communal meal, as seating options may vary depending on the venue.
- Your own bowl & cutlery if you wish to use yours
Half day Landscape Photography Workshop
Join photographer Steve Blake on a half day workshop
Whinlatter's beautiful woodland environment is a perfect setting in which to ‘dip your toe’ into the world of landscape photography.
You'll explore different elements and techniques of landscape photography. You'll have opportunities to look at composition, exposure, exploring the relationship between ISO, shutter speed and aperture settings and a host of other tips and technique
Half day Landscape Photography Workshop
Join photographer Steve Blake on a half day workshop
Whinlatter's beautiful woodland environment is a perfect setting in which to ‘dip your toe’ into the world of landscape photography.
You'll explore different elements and techniques of landscape photography. You'll have opportunities to look at composition, exposure, exploring the relationship between ISO, shutter speed and aperture settings and a host of other tips and technique
Forage and Cookery Course
Get ready for an adventure with a Totally Wild UK professional forager on our Forage and Cookery Course. Join them on a journey to learn about the hidden world of wild edibles that surrounds us. And that’s not all! Enjoy a delicious wild food meal that will inspire you to pick up your foraging basket for your next adventure.
What to Expect on the Forage and Cookery Course in the Lake District
The foraging experience will last approximately 5-6 hours, giving you ample time to learn about foraging, explore the area, and enjoy a wild food meal!
You will be guided by a professional forager who will teach you about the rules and ethics of foraging. You’ll receive tips on how to confidently identify different plants, including their edible, medicinal, and herbal uses.
The foraging experience will involve a slow-paced walk with frequent stops to discuss and identify various plants, fruits, fungi, seaweeds, and tubers. The species you encounter may vary depending on the location, whether it’s an inland or coastal walk, and the season, but they’ll always be epic.
During the day, you’ll have the opportunity to sample an assortment of pre-made wild food items, including syrups, flavoured salts, and alcohol infusions. These wild treats will give you a sneak peek into the incredible flavours that nature has to offer.
Following the foraging expedition, you can opt to participate in a communal cooking session, creating dishes that are inspired by the season and that celebrate the bounty of nature.
Past meals have included dishes like:
** Wild Garlic and Dehydrated Mushroom Fresh Rolls
** Elderflower Eton Mess
** Dandelion and Dulse Rice Noodle Salad
** Dandelion Root Crumb, Meadowsweet Cream & Birch Sap Syrup
After the event, you will receive an email detailing everything you foraged during the day, including harvesting tips, edibility and the best ways to get these tantalising ingredients into your everyday diets. The email will also include recipes from the lunch you enjoyed, so you can recreate the magic at home!
WHAT TO BRING
- Suitable clothing for the predicted weather, such as long trousers to protect against nettles and brambles.
- Sturdy footwear, preferably closed-toed shoes for off-path exploration.
- A drink, as some wild flavours may be strong, and it’s advisable to have water for the day.
- Snacks for the foraging walk, as lunch will be served around 2/3pm.
- A pad or paper if you wish to take notes.
- A blanket or chair for the communal meal, as seating options may vary depending on the venue.
- Your own bowl & cutlery if you wish to use yours
Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge
Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge | Whinlatter Forest
Step into the wild beauty of the Lake District and experience the powerful combination of heat, cold water and nature with our Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge sessions in Whinlatter Forest.
Set high among the trees in England’s only true mountain forest, Whinlatter offers sweeping views across the fells, deep woodland trails and some of the cleanest, freshest air in the country. This is a place where nature feels vast, alive and grounding all at once.
Our Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge experience invites you to slow down, breathe deeply and reconnect with the rhythms of the natural world.
Rooted in The Conscious Self ethos, this experience brings together the simple elements of fire, water, breath and forest to reset both body and mind.
Sauna in the Heart of the Mountain Forest
Hidden within the trees of Whinlatter Forest, our wood-fired sauna offers a peaceful and grounding space to unwind.
Surrounded by towering pines and open forest views, the gentle crackle of the fire and the scent of warm sauna wood create a deeply calming atmosphere.
This is not a spa environment. It’s a raw and authentic forest sauna experience, where nature itself becomes part of the ritual.
Wild Forest Plunge
Just steps away from the sauna you’ll have the opportunity for a refreshing cold plunge, embracing the powerful contrast between heat and cold.
Moving between sauna heat and cold water, known as contrast therapy, has been practiced for centuries and may help to:
• Boost circulation
• Reduce stress and inflammation
• Release tension in the body
• Improve mood and mental clarity
• Strengthen resilience and energy
Take your time, listen to your body and move at a pace that feels right for you.
A Natural Reset in the Lake District
With mountain air filling your lungs, forest silence all around you and the warmth of the sauna in your body, this experience becomes something deeper than simply warming up.
It becomes a chance to pause, reset and reconnect with nature.
Whether you come alone for quiet reflection or bring friends to share the experience, this is a powerful way to reconnect with the natural world.
Whinlatter Forest Half Marathon and 10K 2026
🏔️ Conquer Whinlatter! – Trail Half Marathon & 10K – May 2026 🏔️
Are you ready to take on one of the toughest and most scenic trail events in the Lake District?
Join Wild Deer Events in May 2026 for the Whinlatter Trail Half Marathon & 10K, a spectacular and challenging event set in the awe-inspiring Whinlatter Forest, with stunning views across Keswick, Skiddaw, and Derwentwater.
🗓️ Event Schedule:
Date: Sunday 24th May 2026
- 🏃♂️ Half Marathon – 9:50 AM
- 🏃 10K Trail Run – 10:00 AM
Note: Runs start on the North Side and finish on the South Side of Whinlatter Forest.
🏁 Event Distances
🏃♂️ Half Marathon Trail Run
- 13.1 miles
- Tough elevation & breathtaking views
🏃 10K Trail Run
- 6.2 miles
- Still challenging, but suitable for intermediate runners
📍 Event Locations
Start Location:(North Side of Whinlatter)
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Finish Location:(South Side of Whinlatter)
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🌲 About Whinlatter Forest
Located in the heart of the Lake District National Park, Whinlatter is a gem for outdoor lovers:
- 🌄 Panoramic views of Bassenthwaite Lake, Keswick, and Skiddaw
- 🚵 Home to the longest purpose-built mountain bike trails in the Lake District
- 🦅 Rich in wildlife, forest trails, and rugged hills
Get ready for firm trail paths, steep climbs, and fast descents — perfect for runners looking for a true trail challenge.
🐶 Canicross Friendly
- This event welcomes Canicross runners
- 🐕 One controlled dog per participant allowed
- Dogs must remain on a lead at all times
⏱️ Timing
- Live Chip Timing by Timing Up North
- Real-time results and accurate finish times
🎖️ The Finish Line
All finishers will receive:
- 🏅 A bespoke Finisher’s Medal
- 🦌 Wild Deer Merchandise
- 🍺 A beer or soft drink
- 🍫 A snack to help you refuel
👕 T-Shirt Option
- A custom event T-shirt is available to add to your entry for just £12
🅿️ Parking
- Subsidised parking is available on-site
- Paid after the event at Forestry England pay machines
🏃♂️ Hill Lovers, This One's For You!
This is a technical and scenic race, perfect for those who love:
- Climbing hills
- Running in wild landscapes
- Earning their post-race beer
Train smart, bring your trail shoes, and conquer Whinlatter in 2026!
Woodland Reset
Woodland Reset ~ The Conscious Self’s Signature Nature Day
Come and join The Conscious Self for a wellness day like no other! Deep in the heart of the forest we will connect to nature and community!
Step into the woods and let your system exhale. Woodland Reset is a calm, nature-led day to ground, breathe and reconnect. We gather among trees and water, move gently, regulate the nervous system, and settle by the fire. It’s simple on purpose. Less noise, more presence. You leave clearer, steadier and a little more yourself.
What’s included:
Evergreen walk & nature connection
Warming breathwork & mindful regulation
Gentle movement & deep rest
Restorative sound bath & meditation
Intentional pause & reflection
Nourishing hot soup or warm drinks
Community sharing & connection
Optional Waterfall fip afterwards (not part of the day but David will tell you where it is!)
Good to bring
Warm layers, waterproofs, hat and gloves, sturdy footwear, a blanket, a flask, and a small evergreen sprig or written intention to offer to the fire. A journal if you like to reflect.
All levels welcome. Clear guidance, opt-in for every practice, and time to move at your own pace. We adapt to the land and weather so you can drop in, slow down and reset.
Full Moon Women’s Circle – Blue Moon
Full Moon Women’s Circle in the Lake District
The Full Moon is a powerful time for reflection, release, and renewal. At our special forest site in the Lake District, we gather in circle as women to honour the peak of the Moon’s cycle and reconnect with ourselves, each other, and the natural world. Guided by the light of the Full Moon, we gently release what no longer serves us and create space for what we wish to invite into our lives.
A Blue Moon is a rare and powerful moment in the lunar cycle, occurring when two Full Moons rise in the same month. It carries the energy of completion and heightened awareness, illuminating patterns, emotions, and experiences that are ready to be acknowledged and released. Often associated with reflection and reset, the Blue Moon invites us to pause, take stock of where we are, and consciously choose what we want to carry forward into the next chapter.
Rooted in connection, nature, and community, this women’s circle in Cumbria offers a supportive and nurturing space to be seen, heard, and restored beneath the magic of the Moon. Calling in the elements and directions, we cast a sacred circle to deepen our connection to lunar energy, the earth, and our own inner wisdom.
What You Can Expect
- Guided meditation and visualisation
- Shamanic drum journey
- Fire ritual for release and renewal
- Manifestation and intention setting
- Sharing within a supportive women’s circle
This Full Moon women’s circle is held in the forest, creating a deeply grounding and immersive experience for healing, reflection, and empowerment.
Forest tea and cake are provided. Please let us know of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.
What to Bring
All you need to be is you. Please bring:
- Warm clothing
- A torch
- A journal (optional)
Additional Information
- Open to women aged 16+
- The site is located approximately 300m up a steep forest path
- A large shelter is provided and the circle will go ahead in the rain
- There are no toilet facilities in the forest.
Forest Bathing & Wellbeing in Nature Walk – Summer
Reconnect. Slow down. Breathe deeply.
Step away from the rush of everyday life and join us for a 3-hour guided forest bathing experience with Hannah, inspired by Shinrin-yoku – the Japanese practice of restoring wellbeing through mindful connection with nature.
Forest bathing is not a hike or fitness activity. It’s a slow, gentle, and sensory experience, designed to help you relax, unwind, and reconnect with yourself and the natural world. Guided by a trained facilitator, you’ll move calmly through the forest with simple invitations to notice sights, sounds, textures, scents, and breath, allowing the nervous system to settle and the mind to soften.
Throughout the session, there is time for stillness, quiet reflection, and grounding practices, all held in a supportive and welcoming space. The experience concludes with a shared forest tea ritual – a mindful pause to rest, reflect, and integrate the experience while enjoying a herbal infusion inspired by the forest.
No prior experience, special skills, or level of fitness is required. This experience is suitable for adults of all ages who can walk slowly on uneven ground and are comfortable spending time outdoors. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy, waterproof footwear.
Forest bathing has been shown to reduce stress, support emotional wellbeing, and improve mood and focus. You’ll leave feeling calmer, grounded, and gently refreshed.
Forage and Cookery Course
Get ready for an adventure with a Totally Wild UK professional forager on our Forage and Cookery Course. Join them on a journey to learn about the hidden world of wild edibles that surrounds us. And that’s not all! Enjoy a delicious wild food meal that will inspire you to pick up your foraging basket for your next adventure.
What to Expect on the Forage and Cookery Course in the Lake District
The foraging experience will last approximately 5-6 hours, giving you ample time to learn about foraging, explore the area, and enjoy a wild food meal!
You will be guided by a professional forager who will teach you about the rules and ethics of foraging. You’ll receive tips on how to confidently identify different plants, including their edible, medicinal, and herbal uses.
The foraging experience will involve a slow-paced walk with frequent stops to discuss and identify various plants, fruits, fungi, seaweeds, and tubers. The species you encounter may vary depending on the location, whether it’s an inland or coastal walk, and the season, but they’ll always be epic.
During the day, you’ll have the opportunity to sample an assortment of pre-made wild food items, including syrups, flavoured salts, and alcohol infusions. These wild treats will give you a sneak peek into the incredible flavours that nature has to offer.
Following the foraging expedition, you can opt to participate in a communal cooking session, creating dishes that are inspired by the season and that celebrate the bounty of nature.
Past meals have included dishes like:
** Wild Garlic and Dehydrated Mushroom Fresh Rolls
** Elderflower Eton Mess
** Dandelion and Dulse Rice Noodle Salad
** Dandelion Root Crumb, Meadowsweet Cream & Birch Sap Syrup
After the event, you will receive an email detailing everything you foraged during the day, including harvesting tips, edibility and the best ways to get these tantalising ingredients into your everyday diets. The email will also include recipes from the lunch you enjoyed, so you can recreate the magic at home!
WHAT TO BRING
- Suitable clothing for the predicted weather, such as long trousers to protect against nettles and brambles.
- Sturdy footwear, preferably closed-toed shoes for off-path exploration.
- A drink, as some wild flavours may be strong, and it’s advisable to have water for the day.
- Snacks for the foraging walk, as lunch will be served around 2/3pm.
- A pad or paper if you wish to take notes.
- A blanket or chair for the communal meal, as seating options may vary depending on the venue.
- Your own bowl & cutlery if you wish to use yours
Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge
Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge | Whinlatter Forest
Step into the wild beauty of the Lake District and experience the powerful combination of heat, cold water and nature with our Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge sessions in Whinlatter Forest.
Set high among the trees in England’s only true mountain forest, Whinlatter offers sweeping views across the fells, deep woodland trails and some of the cleanest, freshest air in the country. This is a place where nature feels vast, alive and grounding all at once.
Our Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge experience invites you to slow down, breathe deeply and reconnect with the rhythms of the natural world.
Rooted in The Conscious Self ethos, this experience brings together the simple elements of fire, water, breath and forest to reset both body and mind.
Sauna in the Heart of the Mountain Forest
Hidden within the trees of Whinlatter Forest, our wood-fired sauna offers a peaceful and grounding space to unwind.
Surrounded by towering pines and open forest views, the gentle crackle of the fire and the scent of warm sauna wood create a deeply calming atmosphere.
This is not a spa environment. It’s a raw and authentic forest sauna experience, where nature itself becomes part of the ritual.
Wild Forest Plunge
Just steps away from the sauna you’ll have the opportunity for a refreshing cold plunge, embracing the powerful contrast between heat and cold.
Moving between sauna heat and cold water, known as contrast therapy, has been practiced for centuries and may help to:
• Boost circulation
• Reduce stress and inflammation
• Release tension in the body
• Improve mood and mental clarity
• Strengthen resilience and energy
Take your time, listen to your body and move at a pace that feels right for you.
A Natural Reset in the Lake District
With mountain air filling your lungs, forest silence all around you and the warmth of the sauna in your body, this experience becomes something deeper than simply warming up.
It becomes a chance to pause, reset and reconnect with nature.
Whether you come alone for quiet reflection or bring friends to share the experience, this is a powerful way to reconnect with the natural world.
Landscape Photography Full day workshop
Join photographer Steve Blake in our beautiful woodland environment.
Full day workshops are designed for those looking to take their photography to the next level and learn how to get the most out of your photography equipment, be that an iPad or full-frame digital SLR.
During the course of the day there will be plenty of time to visit a series of nearby locations to explore different elements and techniques of landscape photography. There will be opportunities to look at composition, exposure, exploring the relationship between ISO, shutter speed and aperture settings, getting to grips with your histogram, learn how to ‘work the scene’ and a host of other quick tips and techniques. There will be a chance to put your new skills into practice, get your images reviewed (if you want to) and have some one-to-one time with Steve.
Woodland Reset
Woodland Reset ~ The Conscious Self’s Signature Nature Day
Come and join The Conscious Self for a wellness day like no other! Deep in the heart of the forest we will connect to nature and community!
Step into the woods and let your system exhale. Woodland Reset is a calm, nature-led day to ground, breathe and reconnect. We gather among trees and water, move gently, regulate the nervous system, and settle by the fire. It’s simple on purpose. Less noise, more presence. You leave clearer, steadier and a little more yourself.
What’s included:
Evergreen walk & nature connection
Warming breathwork & mindful regulation
Gentle movement & deep rest
Restorative sound bath & meditation
Intentional pause & reflection
Nourishing hot soup or warm drinks
Community sharing & connection
Optional Waterfall fip afterwards (not part of the day but David will tell you where it is!)
Good to bring
Warm layers, waterproofs, hat and gloves, sturdy footwear, a blanket, a flask, and a small evergreen sprig or written intention to offer to the fire. A journal if you like to reflect.
All levels welcome. Clear guidance, opt-in for every practice, and time to move at your own pace. We adapt to the land and weather so you can drop in, slow down and reset.
Full Moon Women’s Circle – Strawberry Moon
Full Moon Women’s Circle in the Lake District
The Full Moon is a powerful time for reflection, release, and renewal. At our special forest site in the Lake District, we gather in circle as women to honour the peak of the Moon’s cycle and reconnect with ourselves, each other, and the natural world. Guided by the light of the Full Moon, we gently release what no longer serves us and create space for what we wish to invite into our lives.
Rooted in connection, nature, and community, this women’s circle in Cumbria offers a supportive and nurturing space to be seen, heard, and restored beneath the magic of the Moon. Calling in the elements and directions, we cast a sacred circle to deepen our connection to lunar energy, the earth, and our own inner wisdom.
What You Can Expect
- Guided meditation and visualisation
- Shamanic drum journey
- Fire ritual for release and renewal
- Manifestation and intention setting
- Sharing within a supportive women’s circle
This Full Moon women’s circle is held in the forest, creating a deeply grounding and immersive experience for healing, reflection, and empowerment.
Forest tea and cake are provided. Please let us know of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.
What to Bring
All you need to be is you. Please bring:
- Warm clothing
- A torch
- A journal (optional)
Additional Information
- Open to women aged 16+
- The site is located approximately 300m up a steep forest path
- A large shelter is provided and the circle will go ahead in the rain
- There are no toilet facilities in the forest.
This is a welcoming and inclusive Full Moon women’s circle in the Lake District, offering a sacred space to slow down, reconnect, and remember who you are – held by the forest, the Moon, and sisterhood.
Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge
Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge | Whinlatter Forest
Step into the wild beauty of the Lake District and experience the powerful combination of heat, cold water and nature with our Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge sessions in Whinlatter Forest.
Set high among the trees in England’s only true mountain forest, Whinlatter offers sweeping views across the fells, deep woodland trails and some of the cleanest, freshest air in the country. This is a place where nature feels vast, alive and grounding all at once.
Our Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge experience invites you to slow down, breathe deeply and reconnect with the rhythms of the natural world.
Rooted in The Conscious Self ethos, this experience brings together the simple elements of fire, water, breath and forest to reset both body and mind.
Sauna in the Heart of the Mountain Forest
Hidden within the trees of Whinlatter Forest, our wood-fired sauna offers a peaceful and grounding space to unwind.
Surrounded by towering pines and open forest views, the gentle crackle of the fire and the scent of warm sauna wood create a deeply calming atmosphere.
This is not a spa environment. It’s a raw and authentic forest sauna experience, where nature itself becomes part of the ritual.
Wild Forest Plunge
Just steps away from the sauna you’ll have the opportunity for a refreshing cold plunge, embracing the powerful contrast between heat and cold.
Moving between sauna heat and cold water, known as contrast therapy, has been practiced for centuries and may help to:
• Boost circulation
• Reduce stress and inflammation
• Release tension in the body
• Improve mood and mental clarity
• Strengthen resilience and energy
Take your time, listen to your body and move at a pace that feels right for you.
A Natural Reset in the Lake District
With mountain air filling your lungs, forest silence all around you and the warmth of the sauna in your body, this experience becomes something deeper than simply warming up.
It becomes a chance to pause, reset and reconnect with nature.
Whether you come alone for quiet reflection or bring friends to share the experience, this is a powerful way to reconnect with the natural world.
Full Moon Women’s Circle – Buck Moon
Full Moon Women’s Circle in the Lake District
The Full Moon is a powerful time for reflection, release, and renewal. At our special forest site in the Lake District, we gather in circle as women to honour the peak of the Moon’s cycle and reconnect with ourselves, each other, and the natural world. Guided by the light of the Full Moon, we gently release what no longer serves us and create space for what we wish to invite into our lives.
Rooted in connection, nature, and community, this women’s circle in Cumbria offers a supportive and nurturing space to be seen, heard, and restored beneath the magic of the Moon. Calling in the elements and directions, we cast a sacred circle to deepen our connection to lunar energy, the earth, and our own inner wisdom.
What You Can Expect
- Guided meditation and visualisation
- Shamanic drum journey
- Fire ritual for release and renewal
- Manifestation and intention setting
- Sharing within a supportive women’s circle
This Full Moon women’s circle is held in the forest, creating a deeply grounding and immersive experience for healing, reflection, and empowerment.
Forest tea and cake are provided. Please let us know of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.
What to Bring
All you need to be is you. Please bring:
- Warm clothing
- A torch
- A journal (optional)
Additional Information
- Open to women aged 16+
- The site is located approximately 300m up a steep forest path
- A large shelter is provided and the circle will go ahead in the rain
- There are no toilet facilities in the forest.
This is a welcoming and inclusive Full Moon women’s circle in the Lake District, offering a sacred space to slow down, reconnect, and remember who you are – held by the forest, the Moon, and sisterhood.
Family Friendly Half day Landscape Photography Workshop
Join photographer Steve Blake on a family friendly half day workshop.
Whinlatter's beautiful woodland environment is a perfect setting in which to ‘dip your toe’ into the world of landscape photography.
You'll explore different elements and techniques of landscape photography. You'll have opportunities to look at composition, exposure, exploring the relationship between ISO, shutter speed and aperture settings and a host of other tips and techniques.
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Accompanying adults are free of charge.
Woodland Reset
Woodland Reset ~ The Conscious Self’s Signature Nature Day
Come and join The Conscious Self for a wellness day like no other! Deep in the heart of the forest we will connect to nature and community!
Step into the woods and let your system exhale. Woodland Reset is a calm, nature-led day to ground, breathe and reconnect. We gather among trees and water, move gently, regulate the nervous system, and settle by the fire. It’s simple on purpose. Less noise, more presence. You leave clearer, steadier and a little more yourself.
What’s included:
Evergreen walk & nature connection
Warming breathwork & mindful regulation
Gentle movement & deep rest
Restorative sound bath & meditation
Intentional pause & reflection
Nourishing hot soup or warm drinks
Community sharing & connection
Optional Waterfall fip afterwards (not part of the day but David will tell you where it is!)
Good to bring
Warm layers, waterproofs, hat and gloves, sturdy footwear, a blanket, a flask, and a small evergreen sprig or written intention to offer to the fire. A journal if you like to reflect.
All levels welcome. Clear guidance, opt-in for every practice, and time to move at your own pace. We adapt to the land and weather so you can drop in, slow down and reset.
Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge
Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge | Whinlatter Forest
Step into the wild beauty of the Lake District and experience the powerful combination of heat, cold water and nature with our Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge sessions in Whinlatter Forest.
Set high among the trees in England’s only true mountain forest, Whinlatter offers sweeping views across the fells, deep woodland trails and some of the cleanest, freshest air in the country. This is a place where nature feels vast, alive and grounding all at once.
Our Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge experience invites you to slow down, breathe deeply and reconnect with the rhythms of the natural world.
Rooted in The Conscious Self ethos, this experience brings together the simple elements of fire, water, breath and forest to reset both body and mind.
Sauna in the Heart of the Mountain Forest
Hidden within the trees of Whinlatter Forest, our wood-fired sauna offers a peaceful and grounding space to unwind.
Surrounded by towering pines and open forest views, the gentle crackle of the fire and the scent of warm sauna wood create a deeply calming atmosphere.
This is not a spa environment. It’s a raw and authentic forest sauna experience, where nature itself becomes part of the ritual.
Wild Forest Plunge
Just steps away from the sauna you’ll have the opportunity for a refreshing cold plunge, embracing the powerful contrast between heat and cold.
Moving between sauna heat and cold water, known as contrast therapy, has been practiced for centuries and may help to:
• Boost circulation
• Reduce stress and inflammation
• Release tension in the body
• Improve mood and mental clarity
• Strengthen resilience and energy
Take your time, listen to your body and move at a pace that feels right for you.
A Natural Reset in the Lake District
With mountain air filling your lungs, forest silence all around you and the warmth of the sauna in your body, this experience becomes something deeper than simply warming up.
It becomes a chance to pause, reset and reconnect with nature.
Whether you come alone for quiet reflection or bring friends to share the experience, this is a powerful way to reconnect with the natural world.
Half day Landscape Photography Workshop
Join photographer Steve Blake on a half day workshop
Whinlatter's beautiful woodland environment is a perfect setting in which to ‘dip your toe’ into the world of landscape photography.
You'll explore different elements and techniques of landscape photography. You'll have opportunities to look at composition, exposure, exploring the relationship between ISO, shutter speed and aperture settings and a host of other tips and techniques
Half day Landscape Photography Workshop
Join photographer Steve Blake on a half day workshop
Whinlatter's beautiful woodland environment is a perfect setting in which to ‘dip your toe’ into the world of landscape photography.
You'll explore different elements and techniques of landscape photography. You'll have opportunities to look at composition, exposure, exploring the relationship between ISO, shutter speed and aperture settings and a host of other tips and techniques
Full Moon Women’s Circle – Grain Moon
Full Moon Women’s Circle in the Lake District
The Full Moon is a powerful time for reflection, release, and renewal. At our special forest site in the Lake District, we gather in circle as women to honour the peak of the Moon’s cycle and reconnect with ourselves, each other, and the natural world. Guided by the light of the Full Moon, we gently release what no longer serves us and create space for what we wish to invite into our lives.
Rooted in connection, nature, and community, this women’s circle in Cumbria offers a supportive and nurturing space to be seen, heard, and restored beneath the magic of the Moon. Calling in the elements and directions, we cast a sacred circle to deepen our connection to lunar energy, the earth, and our own inner wisdom.
What You Can Expect
- Guided meditation and visualisation
- Shamanic drum journey
- Fire ritual for release and renewal
- Manifestation and intention setting
- Sharing within a supportive women’s circle
This Full Moon women’s circle is held in the forest, creating a deeply grounding and immersive experience for healing, reflection, and empowerment.
Forest tea and cake are provided. Please let us know of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.
What to Bring
All you need to be is you. Please bring:
- Warm clothing
- A torch
- A journal (optional)
Additional Information
- Open to women aged 16+
- The site is located approximately 300m up a steep forest path
- A large shelter is provided and the circle will go ahead in the rain
- There are no toilet facilities in the forest.
This is a welcoming and inclusive Full Moon women’s circle in the Lake District, offering a sacred space to slow down, reconnect, and remember who you are – held by the forest, the Moon, and sisterhood.
Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge
Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge | Whinlatter Forest
Step into the wild beauty of the Lake District and experience the powerful combination of heat, cold water and nature with our Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge sessions in Whinlatter Forest.
Set high among the trees in England’s only true mountain forest, Whinlatter offers sweeping views across the fells, deep woodland trails and some of the cleanest, freshest air in the country. This is a place where nature feels vast, alive and grounding all at once.
Our Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge experience invites you to slow down, breathe deeply and reconnect with the rhythms of the natural world.
Rooted in The Conscious Self ethos, this experience brings together the simple elements of fire, water, breath and forest to reset both body and mind.
Sauna in the Heart of the Mountain Forest
Hidden within the trees of Whinlatter Forest, our wood-fired sauna offers a peaceful and grounding space to unwind.
Surrounded by towering pines and open forest views, the gentle crackle of the fire and the scent of warm sauna wood create a deeply calming atmosphere.
This is not a spa environment. It’s a raw and authentic forest sauna experience, where nature itself becomes part of the ritual.
Wild Forest Plunge
Just steps away from the sauna you’ll have the opportunity for a refreshing cold plunge, embracing the powerful contrast between heat and cold.
Moving between sauna heat and cold water, known as contrast therapy, has been practiced for centuries and may help to:
• Boost circulation
• Reduce stress and inflammation
• Release tension in the body
• Improve mood and mental clarity
• Strengthen resilience and energy
Take your time, listen to your body and move at a pace that feels right for you.
A Natural Reset in the Lake District
With mountain air filling your lungs, forest silence all around you and the warmth of the sauna in your body, this experience becomes something deeper than simply warming up.
It becomes a chance to pause, reset and reconnect with nature.
Whether you come alone for quiet reflection or bring friends to share the experience, this is a powerful way to reconnect with the natural world.
Forest Bathing & Wellbeing in Nature Walk – Autumn
Reconnect. Slow down. Breathe deeply.
Step away from the rush of everyday life and join us for a 3-hour guided forest bathing experience with Hannah, inspired by Shinrin-yoku – the Japanese practice of restoring wellbeing through mindful connection with nature.
Forest bathing is not a hike or fitness activity. It’s a slow, gentle, and sensory experience, designed to help you relax, unwind, and reconnect with yourself and the natural world. Guided by a trained facilitator, you’ll move calmly through the forest with simple invitations to notice sights, sounds, textures, scents, and breath, allowing the nervous system to settle and the mind to soften.
Throughout the session, there is time for stillness, quiet reflection, and grounding practices, all held in a supportive and welcoming space. The experience concludes with a shared forest tea ritual – a mindful pause to rest, reflect, and integrate the experience while enjoying a herbal infusion inspired by the forest.
No prior experience, special skills, or level of fitness is required. This experience is suitable for adults of all ages who can walk slowly on uneven ground and are comfortable spending time outdoors. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy, waterproof footwear.
Forest bathing has been shown to reduce stress, support emotional wellbeing, and improve mood and focus. You’ll leave feeling calmer, grounded, and gently refreshed.
Woodland Reset
Woodland Reset ~ The Conscious Self’s Signature Nature Day
Come and join The Conscious Self for a wellness day like no other! Deep in the heart of the forest we will connect to nature and community!
Step into the woods and let your system exhale. Woodland Reset is a calm, nature-led day to ground, breathe and reconnect. We gather among trees and water, move gently, regulate the nervous system, and settle by the fire. It’s simple on purpose. Less noise, more presence. You leave clearer, steadier and a little more yourself.
What’s included:
Evergreen walk & nature connection
Warming breathwork & mindful regulation
Gentle movement & deep rest
Restorative sound bath & meditation
Intentional pause & reflection
Nourishing hot soup or warm drinks
Community sharing & connection
Optional Waterfall fip afterwards (not part of the day but David will tell you where it is!)
Good to bring
Warm layers, waterproofs, hat and gloves, sturdy footwear, a blanket, a flask, and a small evergreen sprig or written intention to offer to the fire. A journal if you like to reflect.
All levels welcome. Clear guidance, opt-in for every practice, and time to move at your own pace. We adapt to the land and weather so you can drop in, slow down and reset.
Landscape Photography Full day workshop
Join photographer Steve Blake in our beautiful woodland environment.
Full day workshops are designed for those looking to take their photography to the next level and learn how to get the most out of your photography equipment, be that an iPad or full-frame digital SLR.
During the course of the day there will be plenty of time to visit a series of nearby locations to explore different elements and techniques of landscape photography. There will be opportunities to look at composition, exposure, exploring the relationship between ISO, shutter speed and aperture settings, getting to grips with your histogram, learn how to ‘work the scene’ and a host of other quick tips and techniques. There will be a chance to put your new skills into practice, get your images reviewed (if you want to) and have some one-to-one time with Steve.
Full Moon Women’s Circle – Harvest Moon
Full Moon Women’s Circle in the Lake District
The Full Moon is a powerful time for reflection, release, and renewal. At our special forest site in the Lake District, we gather in circle as women to honour the peak of the Moon’s cycle and reconnect with ourselves, each other, and the natural world. Guided by the light of the Full Moon, we gently release what no longer serves us and create space for what we wish to invite into our lives.
Rooted in connection, nature, and community, this women’s circle in Cumbria offers a supportive and nurturing space to be seen, heard, and restored beneath the magic of the Moon. Calling in the elements and directions, we cast a sacred circle to deepen our connection to lunar energy, the earth, and our own inner wisdom.
What You Can Expect
- Guided meditation and visualisation
- Shamanic drum journey
- Fire ritual for release and renewal
- Manifestation and intention setting
- Sharing within a supportive women’s circle
This Full Moon women’s circle is held in the forest, creating a deeply grounding and immersive experience for healing, reflection, and empowerment.
Forest tea and cake are provided. Please let us know of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.
What to Bring
All you need to be is you. Please bring:
- Warm clothing
- A torch
- A journal (optional)
Additional Information
- Open to women aged 16+
- The site is located approximately 300m up a steep forest path
- A large shelter is provided and the circle will go ahead in the rain
- There are no toilet facilities in the forest.
This is a welcoming and inclusive Full Moon women’s circle in the Lake District, offering a sacred space to slow down, reconnect, and remember who you are – held by the forest, the Moon, and sisterhood.
Woodland Reset
Woodland Reset ~ The Conscious Self’s Signature Nature Day
Come and join The Conscious Self for a wellness day like no other! Deep in the heart of the forest we will connect to nature and community!
Step into the woods and let your system exhale. Woodland Reset is a calm, nature-led day to ground, breathe and reconnect. We gather among trees and water, move gently, regulate the nervous system, and settle by the fire. It’s simple on purpose. Less noise, more presence. You leave clearer, steadier and a little more yourself.
What’s included:
Evergreen walk & nature connection
Warming breathwork & mindful regulation
Gentle movement & deep rest
Restorative sound bath & meditation
Intentional pause & reflection
Nourishing hot soup or warm drinks
Community sharing & connection
Optional Waterfall fip afterwards (not part of the day but David will tell you where it is!)
Good to bring
Warm layers, waterproofs, hat and gloves, sturdy footwear, a blanket, a flask, and a small evergreen sprig or written intention to offer to the fire. A journal if you like to reflect.
All levels welcome. Clear guidance, opt-in for every practice, and time to move at your own pace. We adapt to the land and weather so you can drop in, slow down and reset.
Full Moon Women’s Circle – Hunter’s Moon
Full Moon Women’s Circle in the Lake District
The Full Moon is a powerful time for reflection, release, and renewal. At our special forest site in the Lake District, we gather in circle as women to honour the peak of the Moon’s cycle and reconnect with ourselves, each other, and the natural world. Guided by the light of the Full Moon, we gently release what no longer serves us and create space for what we wish to invite into our lives.
Rooted in connection, nature, and community, this women’s circle in Cumbria offers a supportive and nurturing space to be seen, heard, and restored beneath the magic of the Moon. Calling in the elements and directions, we cast a sacred circle to deepen our connection to lunar energy, the earth, and our own inner wisdom.
What You Can Expect
- Guided meditation and visualisation
- Shamanic drum journey
- Fire ritual for release and renewal
- Manifestation and intention setting
- Sharing within a supportive women’s circle
This Full Moon women’s circle is held in the forest, creating a deeply grounding and immersive experience for healing, reflection, and empowerment.
Forest tea and cake are provided. Please let us know of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.
What to Bring
All you need to be is you. Please bring:
- Warm clothing
- A torch
- A journal (optional)
Additional Information
- Open to women aged 16+
- The site is located approximately 300m up a steep forest path
- A large shelter is provided and the circle will go ahead in the rain
- There are no toilet facilities in the forest.
This is a welcoming and inclusive Full Moon women’s circle in the Lake District, offering a sacred space to slow down, reconnect, and remember who you are – held by the forest, the Moon, and sisterhood.
Woodland Reset
Woodland Reset ~ The Conscious Self’s Signature Nature Day
Come and join The Conscious Self for a wellness day like no other! Deep in the heart of the forest we will connect to nature and community!
Step into the woods and let your system exhale. Woodland Reset is a calm, nature-led day to ground, breathe and reconnect. We gather among trees and water, move gently, regulate the nervous system, and settle by the fire. It’s simple on purpose. Less noise, more presence. You leave clearer, steadier and a little more yourself.
What’s included:
Evergreen walk & nature connection
Warming breathwork & mindful regulation
Gentle movement & deep rest
Restorative sound bath & meditation
Intentional pause & reflection
Nourishing hot soup or warm drinks
Community sharing & connection
Optional Waterfall fip afterwards (not part of the day but David will tell you where it is!)
Good to bring
Warm layers, waterproofs, hat and gloves, sturdy footwear, a blanket, a flask, and a small evergreen sprig or written intention to offer to the fire. A journal if you like to reflect.
All levels welcome. Clear guidance, opt-in for every practice, and time to move at your own pace. We adapt to the land and weather so you can drop in, slow down and reset.
Half day Landscape Photography Workshop
Join photographer Steve Blake on a half day workshop
Whinlatter's beautiful woodland environment is a perfect setting in which to ‘dip your toe’ into the world of landscape photography.
You'll explore different elements and techniques of landscape photography. You'll have opportunities to look at composition, exposure, exploring the relationship between ISO, shutter speed and aperture settings and a host of other tips and techniques
Half day Landscape Photography Workshop
Join photographer Steve Blake on a half day workshop
Whinlatter's beautiful woodland environment is a perfect setting in which to ‘dip your toe’ into the world of landscape photography.
You'll explore different elements and techniques of landscape photography. You'll have opportunities to look at composition, exposure, exploring the relationship between ISO, shutter speed and aperture settings and a host of other tips and techniques
Full Moon Women’s Circle – Beaver Moon
Full Moon Women’s Circle in the Lake District
The Full Moon is a powerful time for reflection, release, and renewal. At our special forest site in the Lake District, we gather in circle as women to honour the peak of the Moon’s cycle and reconnect with ourselves, each other, and the natural world. Guided by the light of the Full Moon, we gently release what no longer serves us and create space for what we wish to invite into our lives.
Rooted in connection, nature, and community, this women’s circle in Cumbria offers a supportive and nurturing space to be seen, heard, and restored beneath the magic of the Moon. Calling in the elements and directions, we cast a sacred circle to deepen our connection to lunar energy, the earth, and our own inner wisdom.
What You Can Expect
- Guided meditation and visualisation
- Shamanic drum journey
- Fire ritual for release and renewal
- Manifestation and intention setting
- Sharing within a supportive women’s circle
This Full Moon women’s circle is held in the forest, creating a deeply grounding and immersive experience for healing, reflection, and empowerment.
Forest tea and cake are provided. Please let us know of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.
What to Bring
All you need to be is you. Please bring:
- Warm clothing
- A torch
- A journal (optional)
Additional Information
- Open to women aged 16+
- The site is located approximately 300m up a steep forest path
- A large shelter is provided and the circle will go ahead in the rain
- There are no toilet facilities in the forest
This is a welcoming and inclusive Full Moon women’s circle in the Lake District, offering a sacred space to slow down, reconnect, and remember who you are – held by the forest, the Moon, and sisterhood.
Landscape Photography Full day workshop
Join photographer Steve Blake in our beautiful woodland environment.
Full day workshops are designed for those looking to take their photography to the next level and learn how to get the most out of your photography equipment, be that an iPad or full-frame digital SLR.
During the course of the day there will be plenty of time to visit a series of nearby locations to explore different elements and techniques of landscape photography. There will be opportunities to look at composition, exposure, exploring the relationship between ISO, shutter speed and aperture settings, getting to grips with your histogram, learn how to ‘work the scene’ and a host of other quick tips and techniques. There will be a chance to put your new skills into practice, get your images reviewed (if you want to) and have some one-to-one time with Steve.
Forest Bathing & Wellbeing in Nature Walk – Winter
Reconnect. Slow down. Breathe deeply.
Step away from the rush of everyday life and join us for a 3-hour guided forest bathing experience with Hannah, inspired by Shinrin-yoku – the Japanese practice of restoring wellbeing through mindful connection with nature.
Forest bathing is not a hike or fitness activity. It’s a slow, gentle, and sensory experience, designed to help you relax, unwind, and reconnect with yourself and the natural world. Guided by a trained facilitator, you’ll move calmly through the forest with simple invitations to notice sights, sounds, textures, scents, and breath, allowing the nervous system to settle and the mind to soften.
Throughout the session, there is time for stillness, quiet reflection, and grounding practices, all held in a supportive and welcoming space. The experience concludes with a shared forest tea ritual – a mindful pause to rest, reflect, and integrate the experience while enjoying a herbal infusion inspired by the forest.
No prior experience, special skills, or level of fitness is required. This experience is suitable for adults of all ages who can walk slowly on uneven ground and are comfortable spending time outdoors. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy, waterproof footwear.
Forest bathing has been shown to reduce stress, support emotional wellbeing, and improve mood and focus. You’ll leave feeling calmer, grounded, and gently refreshed.
Your enquiry will be sent directly to Whinlatter Forest Visitor Centre. Please fill in as much detail as you can.