Forest Bathing and Woodland Wellbeing Walk near York

forest bathing and woodland wellbeing experience near york

couples forest therapy experience in yorkshire

£39.00 PER PERSON

Slow down with a peaceful forest bathing and woodland wellbeing walk near York.

North Yorkshire

Voucher for 1 Person

2 hours

Peaceful woodland escape near York
Gentle, screen-free time in nature
Beginner-friendly forest bathing experience
Small, supportive wellbeing group

Give someone two peaceful hours in the woods, where the only thing they need to achieve is slowing down.

This guided forest bathing and woodland wellbeing walk takes place at Allerthorpe Woods, a peaceful Forestry England site just outside York. Led by Forage Yourself Happy, it is a gentle, restorative experience designed to help guests step away from busy everyday life and reconnect with nature in a calm, practical and accessible way.

Inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku, often translated as forest bathing, this is not a hike, fitness walk or route march through the trees. Instead, guests are guided slowly through the pine woodland using simple sensory, mindfulness and nature connection practices. Think birdsong, fresh woodland air, quiet observation, gentle movement and proper time away from screens.

During the session, guests may explore mindful walking beneath the pine canopy, seasonal woodland awareness, gentle guided relaxation, sensory nature practices and grounding moments with woodland tea, depending on the weather and season. There may also be opportunities to learn more about plants, fungi, wildlife and the natural rhythms of Allerthorpe Woods as the forest changes throughout the year.

This experience is ideal for anyone feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, creatively stuck or simply in need of a peaceful morning outdoors. It is beginner-friendly, small-group and inclusive, with a gentle approach that suits those who want the benefits of time in nature without needing any previous experience of mindfulness, meditation or forest bathing.

Guests should dress for the weather, wear suitable footwear for woodland paths and come ready to slow down, breathe deeply and let the woods do their thing.

This experience includes:

A 2 hour guided forest bathing and woodland wellbeing walk
A peaceful session at Allerthorpe Woods near York
Sensory woodland practices and mindful walking
Seasonal nature awareness and woodland education
Gentle guided relaxation
Small, supportive group setting
Hot drinks or woodland tea depending on weather and season

Good to know

Sessions take place at Allerthorpe Woods, a Forestry England site just outside York. The experience runs from 8am to 10am and guests are asked to arrive 10 minutes early so the group can begin together peacefully.

The walk is slow-paced, with regular pauses and moments of stillness. Woodland terrain can be uneven, muddy or slippery in places, so sturdy footwear or walking boots are recommended. Sessions go ahead in most weather conditions unless it is unsafe to do so.

Mobile phones will remain switched off throughout the session to allow guests to fully connect with the woodland environment. Guests are never expected to share personal experiences unless they wish to.

What to bring

Warm, comfortable layers
Waterproofs if needed
Sturdy footwear or walking boots
A bottle of water
Something to sit on if preferred
An open mind and curious senses

Availability: In stock

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What will I get? You will receive a voucher to redeem against any of the future Forest Bathing and Woodland Wellbeing Experiences near York.

Anything I should know?

Suitable for ages 12+ when accompanied by a participating adult. Well-behaved dogs on leads may be permitted depending on the session, but guests should check before booking. Anyone with mobility concerns should contact the provider before booking to discuss accessibility.

There are no toilet facilities available onsite, so guests should plan ahead before arriving. Forestry England paid parking is available onsite, with limited roadside parking sometimes available nearby.

How long do I have to book? You’ll have a total of 12 months from the date of purchase – 6 months to activate your voucher code, and 6 months from activation to book your chosen experience.

Can I exchange it? All of our vouchers are fully flexible. The recipient may swap to another experience if they don’t want the one that has been suggested.

How will it arrive? Our eco-friendly voucher boxes are available for £4.50 and will be sent via Royal Mail first class post. PDF e-vouchers are FREE and emailed shortly after ordering.

Meet the Experience Provider

Forest Bathing and Woodland Wellbeing Experience near York

couples forest therapy experience in yorkshire The Forest Bathing and Woodland Wellbeing Experience near York is offered by Forage Yourself Happy, where muddy boots, deep breaths and a little everyday magic are all part of the plan. This is Tracy’s world, a place where nature, wellbeing and curiosity collide, and where slowing down is very much encouraged.

Tracy is a qualified sylvotherapy practitioner, experienced foraging guide and medicinal mushroom educator, running regular sessions in some properly beautiful spots. Think waterfall wellbeing at Mallyan Spout, immersive forest therapy at Jollydays, and full day retreats and wild food gatherings at North Star Club.

Experiences range from gentle forest bathing and mindful foraging adventures to medicinal mushroom workshops and indoor sylvotherapy sessions when the weather decides to do its thing. There are private bookings, team building days, school visits and bespoke retreats, all designed to help people reconnect with nature and themselves.

Tracy also works with schools and organisations, backed by her PTLLS teaching qualification, A2 Assessor status and enhanced DBS. It means sessions are welcoming, inclusive and thoughtfully delivered, whether the audience is a group of curious children or a corporate team in need of a proper reset.

Alongside the experiences, Tracy handcrafts medicinal mushroom supplements using full fruiting bodies only, sourced from trusted partner farms. Research is ongoing, enthusiasm is endless, and mushrooms are taken very seriously indeed.

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