Kindred: Stories in the Woods Wild Spirit Woods CBA Festival 2026
About this Event
Kindred: Stories in the Woods
Wild Spirit Woods is proud to host an event as part of the Council For British Archaeology Festival of Archaeology whose theme this year is “Archaeology and Nature”.
The CBA Say: 'Archaeology and nature are interconnected revealing how humans have lived with, shaped, and been shaped by the environment around them. By exploring the past using the climate, geology, animals, plants, landscapes and the effect of nature on archaeological sites and buildings today, we can understand how places and communities evolve and develop.
The Festival of Archaeology is the perfect time to bring these connections to life. Hosting an event — whether it’s a guided walk, a talk, community fieldwork project, or a creative workshop — invites people to see that archaeology isn’t just about the past. It’s about our ongoing story with the world around us.
By celebrating archaeology and nature, we can inspire curiosity and develop a deeper sense of belonging to the landscapes we share.'
Wild Spirit Woods
We are Kindred.
People have been walking, watching, and making meaning in this landscape for thousands of years. Come and be part of that.
Join us at Wild Spirit Woods for a gentle, drop-in woodland experience.
Listen to stories of Congleton’s bells and bears and learn about about how the UK was part of a wider ancient European tradition strecthing back thousands of years.
Leave a biodegradeable wish, thought, or memory on the Blessing Tree
Step into the tipi for a moment of guided rest and get a glimpse of how we once lived outin the woods
Enjoy a cuppa and time to simply be in the woods
There is no set start time—stay for as long or as little as you like.
There will be a display and hands on activity. The event is family friendly.
Our site is in rural countryside sited near quarrymans cottages with history of farming and industry evident on site. The ancient neolithic Bridestones chamber is not far away.
More info nearer the time. Tickets limited. Carparking must be booked in advance.
Where is it happening?
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