Forest Bathing+ in Bevendean Woods–Slow Down, Breathe Deeply, Feel Restored

Schedule

Fri, 03 Oct, 2025 at 10:00 am to Sat, 07 Mar, 2026 at 12:30 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Bevendean Community Garden | Brighton and Hove, EN

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Experience the calming, restorative power of nature on a guided Forest Bathing+ walk through Bevendean Woods
About this Event

Discover the Restorative Power of Forest Bathing+ in Bevendean Woods

Join us for a peaceful 2.5-hour walk through the beautiful woodland of Bevendean.These gentle, guided sessions are all about slowing down tuning into nature and allowing your mind to unwind under the calming canopy of trees.

During the session your Forest Bathing+ Guide will lead you through a series of simple sensory activities designed to help you feel more connected to the natural world—calming both body and mind. We’ll also share some fascinating insights into the science behind why spending time in forests is so good for our wellbeing, including the health benefits of simply breathing in woodland air.

The heart of the session is about giving yourself the space to relax. By stepping away from the hustle and bustle of daily life and really noticing the sights, sounds and scents around you, you may find yourself seeing the forest with fresh eyes—perhaps with the curiosity and wonder of a child.

We’d love for you to join us and experience how time in nature can bring a greater sense of balance. Each session is an opportunity to slow down, feel more grounded, and nourish both mind and body.

We’re looking forward to welcoming you into the woods soon!

Includes a reflection sheet to take home, and follow up support —a small way to continue the calm after your walk.

We want this experience to feel nourishing and accessible.

  • Standard ticket: £25
  • Concession: £15

Each session is 2.5 hours and includes guided sensory activities, insights into forest wellbeing science, and time to truly unwind under the trees.

We keep group sizes small to ensure a calm, personal experience.
Your booking helps support the continued offering of these restorative walks.



🌱 Free /Discounted Places Available

With the hope of not leaving anyone out who would like to join a session, when possible, we’re able to offer a free/pay what you can afford places, if cost is a barrier. Please get in touch if this would be helpful. Email or call Hannah [email protected] or 07814517943



What do people say about our sessions?

"Highlights were slowing down and using all our senses to experience nature" S. Simpson

"Really lovely, supportive, welcoming space with great prompts to get the most out of being in the woods. Amazing relaxation session too! " M. Lawrence

"Pausing in nature, being held safely by the forest, and Hannah has offered some much needed self care" L.Tucknott

"It’s great to slow down but can never do it on my own. Guidance from Hannah & the safety of the group enabled me to do so." Melanie

"Total relaxation, clearance of mind debris, overall feeling of well-being." S.Cross

"The highlight for me is to achieve something I set out to do, on my own, and to have such a positive, relaxing and energising experience" D. Mathews

"My stress levels went from 8/10 to 2/10" E.Griffiths


How to reach Bevendean Community Garden:

Location and meet point:

Address:
Bevendean Community Garden, Heath Hill Avenue, Brighton and Hove, BN2 4FH What3words: spark.nests.verse

From Heath Hill Avenue: Turn left up a track, just after the bus stop opposite Bevendean Primary School. Walk a short way and cross over a metal horse gate. Turn left and the garden will be ahead of you.

More details on public transport & parking in FAQ below.


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About Hannah your Forest Bathing Guide

I’m passionate about sharing the transformative power of nature, and I’ve trained with The Forest Bathing Institute (TFBI), a leader in Forest Bathing+ since its foundation in 2018. The TFBI has led hundreds of sessions for thousands of people, with profound results. Their evidence-backed approach shows the incredible benefits of forest bathing — from reducing stress and improving sleep to enhancing immune function and mood.

I’ve been fortunate to learn from the experts at TFBI, whose research partnerships with universities worldwide have demonstrated how these sessions not only boost nature connection but also reduce negative emotions like depression and fatigue.

As your guide, I’m committed to creating a safe, welcoming space for you to slow down, reconnect with nature, and experience its calming and restorative effects firsthand.


About The Forest Bathing Institute (TFBI)

The Forest Bathing Institute have led hundreds of Forest Bathing+ sessions for thousands of people and know it works from the transformations they have witnessed.

Science backs us up: there is a vast and ever-growing body of evidence showing the potential benefits of forest bathing from normalising blood pressure and reducing stress, to improving sleep and enhancing immune function.

TFBI itself is heavily involved in research with numerous universities across the globe, and studies have shown that our Forest Bathing+ sessions boost mood and nature connection, while reducing negative emotions such as depression and fatigue. For more about our research programme, visit https://tfb.institute/scientific-research.


Please see our FAQs below for additional information and commonly asked questions.If there is anything else you’d like to know ahead of your Forest Bathing+ session, please get in touch - we would love to hear from you.

Email: [email protected]



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Agenda

🕑: 09:45 AM - 10:00 AM
Arrival
🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
Session Start (Intros & Housekeeping)
🕑: 10:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Guided sensory activities.

Info: We walk through the woods taking in a variety of activities that are offered by the guide. The activities span the senses and we work with each sense to give ourselves opportunities to drop from doing mode to being. We also offer breathing and sharing moments to support the session.


🕑: 12:00 PM - 12:15 PM
Treelaxation

Info: We take some time at the end of the session for a longer 'Treelaxation' often in the form of a bodysweep while sitting or lying under the tree canopy.


🕑: 12:15 PM - 12:20 PM
Reflections
🕑: 12:20 PM - 01:00 PM
Return to the Community Garden
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Where is it happening?

Bevendean Community Garden, Heath Hill Avenue, Brighton and Hove, United Kingdom

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GBP 15.00 to GBP 25.00

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