The last weekend in May saw in our 3rd annual BioBlitz, a 24-hour wildlife survey to find as many different species of wildlife as possible! Summary of wildlife records: 164 species so far (we could get a few more from photos) 53 moth species, including poplar hawk moth, little thorn, scorched wing, ochreous pug and… Continue reading BioBlitz 2021 Summary
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Blog posts about Hazel Hill Wood
Trees of Hazel Hill Wood and how to identify trees
Watch our recent online event all about the trees at the wood. We have around 30 species of tree and shrub at Hazel Hill Wood, which is a pretty good number for just 70 acres. Most of them are native. I am coming from a wildlife conservation perspective. Other perspectives which come into play at… Continue reading Trees of Hazel Hill Wood and how to identify trees
Birds of Hazel Hill Wood and how to be a good birdwatcher
Watch our recent online event all about birds. So far at Hazel Hill Wood we have recorded just over 40 species of bird – there are probably a few more which we either haven’t noticed yet or haven’t remembered to write down! We have lots of common bird species here which you might be familiar… Continue reading Birds of Hazel Hill Wood and how to be a good birdwatcher
2021 Hire – Now Open for Bookings
Well it’s been a rather different year here at Hazel Hill. Sadly, most of our group bookings in 2020 were cancelled. But it was lovely to see smaller groups enjoying the wood instead in their ‘family and friend bubbles’. These bookings have been a lifeline for us in the current restrictions, and so we plan… Continue reading 2021 Hire – Now Open for Bookings
Christmas at the Wood
Haven’t been able to get away yet this year? Craving a digital detox from all those Zoom meetings? Why not spend this Christmas in one of our cosy off-grid lodges. Enjoy wintry walks with the family during the day, then kick back and relax in front of a log burner in the evening. Toast marshmallows over… Continue reading Christmas at the Wood
Woodland Update
We’ve welcomed a total of 18 volunteers back at covid-secure volunteer days between July and December which is fantastic. We’ve done lots of scything and raking to keep the rides and glades in good condition for wildlife, given the bird boxes their annual clean, maintained paths and tidied around the buildings. We’ve had so many… Continue reading Woodland Update
Latest photos from the new Hideaway
The Hideway, our brand new accommodation block is almost complete. This week we are testing the building systems before welcoming our first group to use the new building in November. With eight twin rooms, the Hideaway means we can accomodate sixteen more people at the wood. Each room has a separate entrance, making it easier… Continue reading Latest photos from the new Hideaway
The Hideaway – transformating the future for all of us
Prior to the Covid pandemic, we were enjoying hosting many more groups in the wood, learning about conservation, sustainability, wellbeing, resilience and mindfulness – not only from our own team, but from teachers worldwide who run their retreats and residentials at Hazel Hill Wood. Having been aware that our accommodation was not adequate to meet… Continue reading The Hideaway – transformating the future for all of us
Lastminute 33% discount on self-catering forest breaks
We are offering a lastminute booking discount for anyone who wants to book the 10-person Oak House or the 6-person Forest Ark for a self-catering forest mini break on the weekend of 25th and 26th July 2020. Our off-grid buildings are situated in the heart of a 70-acre private wood and nature sanctuary. Government restrictions… Continue reading Lastminute 33% discount on self-catering forest breaks
What could my summer holiday at Hazel Hill Woods look like?
This summer we are opening our doors for summer holiday bookings. We are letting our two main ecobuildings, the 10-person Oak House and the 6-person Forest Ark for long weekend breaks in July and August. What might a break at Hazel Hill look like? We are located about seven miles from Salisbury. Whether you cycle,… Continue reading What could my summer holiday at Hazel Hill Woods look like?