WildernessUK

Charity helping people reconnect to themselves and nature through nature immersive education and therapeutic programmes.

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🙌 A huge thank you to Miranda, a Year 10 student from Boswells High School, for spending three days with us on work experience!

It's fantastic to see young people building confidence, developing workplace skills and connecting with nature. 🌿

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🌳 Learn to identify the UK's common trees by their leaves, bark & seeds!

Join us to discover Oak, Lime, Hornbeam, Willow, Hawthorn and more, and gain the confidence to identify trees in your local woodland. 🍃

📅 Sat 4 July | 10am–12pm
🎟️ https://t.co/GbKgSqI5Kc

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We had our final team meeting with our CEO, Jo Roberts, before she steps down this week.

Jo has been an inspiring leader, building this team from the ground up, and will continue as our Clinical Lead. Cakes, tears, and lots of gratitude.

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🌧️🔎 We enjoyed a morning of metal detecting in Mann Wood with Howard Davis!

Participants uncovered local history, learned new skills, and even found £2.20 in coins 🪙—including some dating back to the 1980s, practically ancient history to our younger visitors! 😄

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🚴‍♂️ #FridayFundraiser shout-out to Andrew Fisher, who raised an incredible £1,160 by completing the gruelling 65-mile Loch Ness Etape Bike Race with his friend Gary!

A fantastic achievement and fundraising effort from both. Thank you for your support! 👏

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We were delighted to attend the recent ECYVS Annual Celebration and join so many organisations dedicated to supporting young people.

A great opportunity to celebrate achievements and strengthen partnerships that help create brighter futures for young people.

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🌿 Reflect, Unwind & Reconnect in Nature 🌿

Join us at Mann Wood for more events with Ground & Flow Yoga this summer!

🎟️ Book your space: https://t.co/LiiJ9XDDco

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We are delighted that our CEO, Jo Roberts, has been awarded an MBE in the for services to charity!

After 28 years, Jo steps down from her role as CEO, leaving a legacy of nature-based work supporting thousands of young people and advancing conservation.

Congratulations Jo!

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We attended an inspiring evening event with Authentic Brew at @GSK HQ in London.

Curated by Gifty Enright, the discussion focused on supporting women in the workplace and creating environments where they can thrive.

Thanks to @SodexoUK_IRE & @TheGoodEatingCo for sponsoring.

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🌞 Swinging into Summer!

Our May Holiday Camps were packed with woodland adventures and plenty of sunshine

With the Summer approaching, we're offering a record 6 weeks of Holiday Camps, running Monday–Thursday through the summer!

Book now via the link in bio ☀️

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Our CEO, Jo Roberts, was honoured to attend His Majesty The King’s recent Buckingham Palace Garden Party.

It was a celebration of the organisations represented, and a fantastic opportunity to connect with like-minded people and businesses.

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If you're struggling with anxiety, low mood, trauma or feeling overwhelmed, our accredited therapists provide support in a calm outdoor setting at Chatham Green.

Self-funded sessions from £58.

Refer yourself or someone you know: https://t.co/djSgEJ8YFE

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🌳 Celebrating #WorldEnvironmentDay at Mann Wood!

Our 92-acre woodland acts as a carbon sink, helping to absorb and store carbon while providing a haven for ecologically important species. We're proud to protect this special place for nature & future generations.

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🌱 The Uttlesford Big Green Festival starts tomorrow!

We're excited to be joining in at Chatham Green and Mann Wood as part of this celebration of community climate action across North-West Essex.

Find out what's on: https://t.co/vrWZzjfF0U

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Happy #PowerOfYouth Day 🙌🌿

A huge thank you to Maddie, Emma, Layla, Finley & Mathilde for their incredible work experience placement with us.

From supporting 180 children during a school visit to developing valuable workplace skills, they were exceptional💚

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Discover the hidden history of Mann Wood 🌿⛏️

Join us for a fascinating field session combining historical records with metal detecting to uncover the stories buried beneath our feet.

📅 Sat 6 June
⏰ 10:00–12:00

Book now: https://t.co/mVfLpAk5S6

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🎉 It's #VolunteersWeek!

Join us this Thursday on Chelmsford High Street for #VolFest, where you can meet dozens of charities and community groups and discover local volunteering opportunities.

Volunteers make so much possible – come and find out how you can get involved!

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Join us for a beautiful evening at our Women’s Yoga Circle✨🌿

Enjoy grounding breathwork, guided journaling & a restful sound bath surrounded by nature🤍

📍 Wilderness Foundation UK
📅 Friday 12th June | 18:00–19:30

Book here: https://t.co/mVfLpAk5S6

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Springtime at Chatham Green 💚

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Big THANK YOU to Andrew, Gary, Steve & Darren for helping us finish the final toilet at Mann Wood!

A spring day in the woods wasn’t quite what they expected… especially when it involved toilet assembly 🚽🌳

But we’re hugely grateful for the support!

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