Description

Into the Quiet: Stillness & Silence

How often do we actually experience quiet — without feeling the need to fill it?

Into the Quiet is a guided Forest Bathing experience centred around shared silence, stillness and what becomes possible when we communicate without relying on words.

Apart from the guidance and invitations I provide throughout the session, the experience will take place in silence. Together, we will move slowly through the natural environment, noticing how differently we experience the landscape — and one another — when conversation falls away.

Through sensory invitations, stillness and quiet observation, you will be encouraged to notice what becomes more visible when words are removed. We will explore silent Forest Art, creating alongside one another without needing to explain, direct or interpret, alongside silent circle work: intentionally sitting together, sharing space and experiencing what it means to simply be present with other people without conversation.

You may be surprised by just how much can still be communicated through presence, expression, movement, creativity, eye contact and the experience of doing something alongside another person.

This isn’t about meditating, emptying your mind or being ‘good at’ silence. Nor is the silence a test. It is an intentional part of the experience — creating space to notice, listen and explore connection with nature, ourselves and the people around us in a way we rarely have the opportunity to do.

There will be space to speak before the silent part of the experience begins and again as we bring the session to a close.

Activities may vary in response to the landscape, season, weather and needs of the group.

At a Glance

Duration: Approximately 2.5–3 hours
Format: Open group experience
Walking: Approximately 1–2 miles at a slow pace
Experience: Includes periods of shared silence, silent forest art and silent circle work
Location: Outdoor natural setting – location provided for each session.  These events usually take place in South Yorkshire/Derbyshire.
Price: £35 per person

Open sessions are booked individually, so you will usually be joining others for a shared experience. Private, group and organisational Stillness & Silence experiences can also be arranged.

Accessibility & Practical Information

Sessions take place outdoors in natural environments and may involve walking approximately 1–2 miles over uneven or changing terrain, alongside periods of standing, stillness and sitting.

You should be comfortable spending the duration of the session outdoors and able to manage the terrain described for the particular location. Please dress appropriately for the weather and wear suitable footwear. You may also wish to bring something comfortable and waterproof to sit on, or any portable seating support you require.

Participants are responsible for arranging their own transport to and from the meeting location. Transport is not included in the booking price.

If you have an injury, disability, health condition, mobility requirement or another need that may affect your participation, please contact me before booking. I am happy to discuss your needs and consider reasonable adaptations so that, wherever possible, you can participate safely and comfortably.

Booking Information

Please check that you can attend the selected date before booking. Forest Bathing experiences usually continue in rain and changing weather, but may be adapted, postponed or cancelled where conditions are unsafe.

Activities are invitations, and information about the location, what to bring and preparing for your experience will be provided before the session.

By booking, you agree to my Terms & Conditions and Cancellation, Refunds & Returns Policy. Please read these before completing your booking.

If you would like to speak to me about a bespoke or group booking, or to speak about any needs which may impact your participation, please get in touch below.