RE-WILD IN A WEEKEND
● QUIRKY CRAFT IN
THE LAKE DISTRICT: From raku pottery and willow sculptures to wood carving, there’s a unique course for you in the great outdoors. See: quirkyworkshops.co.uk
● YOGA BY A WATERFALL: Set in magnificent scenery of hills, lochs, rivers and forests nestles Ecoyoga, a rustic, off-grid retreat near Argyll, Scotland. There are no yoga classes, but you can practise in and around the studio and enjoy solar-powered hot tubs. From £760 for a self-catered cabin for two. See ecoyoga. org
● COASTAL WALKABOUT: Explore the wild and spectacular South West Coastal Path near Prawle, Devon, and learn about the edible and delicious food available and the abundance of wildlife. Forage, fish, wild camp and wild swim. See wildwise.co.uk for more on this and other events.
● BAREFOOT WALKING: Book a barefoot ramble with an inspirational guide, Cumbrian shepherdess Alison O’neill. Cross wildflower meadows and take a dip in a waterfall. Alison offers different events and makes and sells a range of woollen products. See shepherdess. co.uk.
● SLEEP IN A TREE CANOPY: Unwind and listen to the wind in the treetops as you relax in The Forager’s Cabin, a rustic secluded treehouse in Powys, Wales, complete with two decks, an indoor wood burner and outdoor chiminea, plus rustic hot tub. Enjoy outdoor cooking on the fire bowl in the evenings or simply listen to the sounds of nature. Find secluded treehouses and other unique retreats at canopyandstars. co.uk
● STELLAR STARGAZING: Officially the best place in England to enjoy the heavens, Northumberland International Dark Sky Park is Europe’s largest area of protected night sky. Visit the Kielder Observatory and stay in the Posh Huts at Kielder Water with woodland or river views and wood burning stoves to keep you cosy at night. See: poshhuts.com