Thursday 11th December 2025 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Join Polly for some creativity with a festive twist, and a mindful moment in the sometimes hectic run-up to the Christmas holidays. You’ll create sustainable willow decorations to take home.
This is the second of Polly’s Woodcraft for Wellbeing Workshops in Hazel Hill Wood, following a successful first workshop (a mindful fungi-finding adventure and then whittling a mushroom to take home).
These workshops are designed to support the wellbeing of adults by connecting them with nature and giving them the opportunity to learn a new skill or craft. This session will be learning how to weave festive decorations from willow.
We will start by taking a wander through the wonderful ancient woodland at Hazel Hill Wood to collect firewood for our campfire and take some mindful moments in nature. After a hot drink and a mince pie, we will get started on weaving decorations – you can choose to make a reindeer, a star or a wreath (or more than one, depending on how the time goes!).
We offer a welcoming, non-judgmental, supportive, neuro-affirming environment. The activity will be combined with exploring a wellbeing strategy, such as a breathing or relaxation exercise. Hot drinks and biscuits will be provided. No previous experience is necessary. All activities are optional, so if on the day you’d rather be relaxing in a hammock with a blanket than doing the planned activity, that’s ok!
Tell us what other decorations and festive creations you would like to make in the wood when you book!