Walks and events information
In addition to our full calendar of monthly walks, we have also included special and one-off events (full details below) where booking is not through our standard routes. Please check back here for regular updates. For Autumn 2026:
- We are delighted to invite you to our Sharing Nature’s Wisdom session, in collaboration with Eleanor Levin, to share your sayings, stories and folklore around nature on 9th September.
- The wonderful Lucy van Beusekom and I bring you a Women’s Retreat Day on Reclaiming Our Hope in Uncertain Times on Thursday 22nd October.
GENERAL PRICING: as of September 2026 our monthly walks programme will be delivered on a contribution* basis.
We would ask that you consider making a small financial contribution (even if it is only £1) to commit to the session, and you can pay on the day if that suits you better. Suggested amount is £7.50-£15.00 for a 2-hour walk.
OTHER EVENTS:
- Wild Roots Nature Fest: is free to attend, although we do welcome contributions* if you are able. Returns June 2027.
- Community outreach / Social prescribing: these sessions are paid for by grants and free to attend, but we do welcome contributions* where possible.
- Bespoke events: for private group and corporate events. For more information on pricing* and availability, please email admin[at]wildlifewalk.co.uk
*contributions and payments from corporate groups go back into the organisation to help pay overhead costs and for future events/sessions.
- Q: Why should I pay £15 for a 2-hour walk when nature is free?
- A: Nature is, indeed, free. However, this is so much more than ‘just’ a walk in nature. Ros has extensive experience both as a botanist and naturalist and in guiding nature walks to support people’s wellbeing. Whilst many are willing to give their time completely free of charge (amazing, thank you!), the requested contribution helps to pay for Ros’ valuable time and a small wage, where possible.
- Q: What does my contribution pay for?
- A: As mentioned above, this might contribute towards a wage for Ros, and it also supports some of our overhead costs. For example, a £15 contribution could support us for one month of marketing (print costs and Canva pro), or a month of MS Office.
- Q: Why ‘contribution’ rather than ‘donation’?
- A: We are not a charity, so there is a subtle difference in the wording (e.g. we cannot claim gift-aid), but we still run on a not-for-profit basis, meaning that we do not offer profits to shareholders. As such, money that comes into the organisation is used in its running to directly benefit the local community (this includes wages and overheads).
Special and one-off events
On a grey day, usually after rain, my Nana would search for the smallest chink in the clouds and say “There’s enough blue sky to patch a sailor’s trousers!”
We are looking for the pearls of wisdom that family, friends and community used to (and perhaps still do) share with us about all things nature: the weather, plants, animals, growing & harvesting food and even some of the things that go bump or screech in the night!
We have a rich oral history, sharing stories that kept us safe and well. We would like to collect some of these sayings, stories and folklore and preserve them for future generations.
Come and join us at Williamson Park on Wednesday 9th September from 10am – 11.30am which will include a walk and some prompts to help get your memories flowing.
Please email Ros at admin@wildlifewalk.co.uk by Monday 7th September to let us know that you are coming (so we have enough resources to support you.
In a world where our unique and collective experiences of living at this time are indescribably challenging, we bring you a day devoted to women who care enough to show up for what matters, and are courageous enough to reclaim hope.
It is our hope that you will leave feeling grounded, empowered and connected.
Because we need each other. And when women gather, magic happens.
What’s included in your retreat day…
- Women’s circle: sacred space for women to share your voice and witness others without judgement.
- Mindful wellbeing nature walk: time outside to connect deeply with the world around us, finding inspiration and opportunities to reframe challenges through the wisdom of nature
- Lunch: A sumptuous vegan lunch with gluten free options available, plus tea sweet treats
- Wish stone: Paint your personalised handmade ceramic wish stone to take away with you. This is will be your keepsake to anchor you to reclaiming your hope as you navigate life
- Meditation and journaling: For relaxation and tuning in to your inner wisdom enabling deeper exploration of the themes that arise during the day
- Aftercare: After the retreat we will provide gentle guidance towards further sources of hope, including podcasts, books, local community groups and more.
When: Thursday 22nd October 2026. 10:00 – 15:30 (including vegan lunch)
Where: We will gather together at the beautiful Tara Centre for a sacred day of hope in uncertain times. An intimate and peaceful space, The Tara Centre offers a home-from-home experience. Having opened in 2012 its founders have been ‘creating spaces where people can find friendship, connection and support, particularly during times of difficulty, change, loss or isolation’.
Tickets: £85 per person (£75 for earlybirds. Enter code: ‘earlybird’ at checkout. Valid until 13th September).
We will explore the Storey Gardens and surrounding area during our nature walk.
Both venues are wheelchair accessible.
With love,
Ros and Lucy