The Oak House and the Forest Ark are now available to two-household groups for long weekend breaks over the summer. The mission of Hazel Hill Trust is to promote sustainability, resilience and wellbeing by bringing people into contact with nature at Hazel Hill Woods. As lockdown eases, what better way to nurture wellbeing than to… Continue reading Book your Household holidays at Hazel Hill
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A Meeting in the Woods – Permaculture, Play & Presence
10-12 May 2024 *partner event* A Meeting in the Woods is a playful and restorative weekend exploring our relationship to the earth and each other in the magical setting of Hazel Hill Wood. We’re weaving together permaculture principles, mindfulness and nature connection practices through play, movement, enquiry and dialogue, affirming our connection to life and… Continue reading A Meeting in the Woods – Permaculture, Play & Presence
Nature and Wellbeing Retreat
5pm Friday 22nd – 3pm Sunday 24th March 2024 *Early bird tickets on sale until 10th January!* Read about previous retreats and see more photos here. Join us for a restorative weekend including yoga, forest bathing and practical conservation tasks. This weekend combines the restorative effect of yoga and forest bathing with the satisfaction of… Continue reading Nature and Wellbeing Retreat
Women’s spring equinox retreat
*Partner event* 15-17 March 2024 Nestled in the heart of a 70-acre woodland, at Hazel Hill’s eco retreat center, awaits a transformative experience for women – our Spring Equinox Retreat. Escape to a world of natural wonder and personal discovery. This intimate weekend retreat, limited to just 15 women, is a celebration of the Earth… Continue reading Women’s spring equinox retreat
2023 volunteer survey results
We’re really pleased to report that our volunteers are still enjoying themselves at Hazel Hill Wood! Similar results to last year, with some more positive responses and fewer improvements suggested. Reasons for volunteering continue to have themes of: See here for a presentation with graphs and more details. See below for some photos of what… Continue reading 2023 volunteer survey results
Winter solstice gathering
*Partner event* 3-8pm Thu 21 Dec 2023 Step into the enchanting embrace of the winter solstice at Hazel Hill Wood – an experience like no other. A night of pure magic that celebrates the celestial event of the year. Picture yourself within the cozy beautiful Oak House, where the air is thick with the spirit… Continue reading Winter solstice gathering
Woodland Wreath Making
10am-1pm Sunday 3rd December 2023 Forage for greenery at Hazel Hill Wood to make your own woodland winter wreath * Ticket sales end 5pm Thu 30 Nov* 10am-1pm £45 per person to include all materials, tea, coffee and cake. Join us to spend time in the woods, connect with nature and create a winter wreath… Continue reading Woodland Wreath Making
Winter Gathering for Group Leaders
4pm Friday 1st – 4pm Saturday 2nd December 2023 A winter gathering at Hazel Hill Wood, created especially for group leaders who bring their communities of wonderful humans to Hazel Hill Reconnect, reflect and renew. Join us for a special winter gathering at Hazel Hill Wood, created especially for group leaders who bring their communities of… Continue reading Winter Gathering for Group Leaders
Our wildflower-rich hay meadow
As you turn off Grimstead Road and go down the track into Hazel Hill Wood, you pass our meadow on your right, part of our land. It’s at its peak in June and July, visibly and audibly full of life, and is one part of the mosaic of habitats that makes Hazel Hill Wood so… Continue reading Our wildflower-rich hay meadow
Nature and Wellbeing Retreat
5pm Friday 10th – 3pm Sunday 12th Nov 2023 *Early bird tickets on sale until 10th August!* Read about last year’s retreat and see more photos here. Join us for a restorative weekend including yoga, forest bathing and practical conservation tasks. This weekend combines the restorative effect of yoga and forest bathing with the satisfaction… Continue reading Nature and Wellbeing Retreat
Autumn Conservation Weekend
6pm Friday 13th – 3pm Sunday 15th October Join us for an autumnal weekend of woodland conversation and human restoration. About this event *Ticket sales end 5pm Friday 6th October* This weekend combines the satisfaction of outdoor physical activity with the restorative effect of relaxing in a woodland environment. Over two days and two nights… Continue reading Autumn Conservation Weekend