Join myself and Michelle from Happy Chakras for a relaxing and wholesome walk through the ancient woodland around Roddlesworth and Tockholes with a nature-based yoga and meditation session set close to ruined Hollinshead Hall.
I am very much looking forward to sharing my knowledge of the area and enthusiasm for nature during the walk, where we will be able to identify different tree species, discuss the history of the surrounding area and the chance to observe various wildlife.
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The pace will be fairly gentle with plenty of opportunities to stop and take in the beautiful surroundings beneath the trees.​
There will be two sessions taking place on Saturday 28th June with the options being 10:00 - 13:00 or 14:00 - 17:00.​
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The initial guided walk will take us down into serene woodland and beside the calming waters of the River Roddlesworth. The tracks provide an immersive experience for participants to enjoy walking within deciduous woodland and take in the surroundings while discussing various areas of interest. There may also be opportunities for nature-based meditation, where appropriate.
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We will emerge at the site of Hollinshead Hall, where Michelle will deliver the nature-based yoga session in the woods close by to the group, before heading back to Ryal Fold.
The overall distance of walking will be around 7km or just over 4 miles in length and is suitable for anybody with good mobility and a basic level of fitness. Most of the paths are well maintained and surfaced but it should be noted that there are sections of uneven terrain and one steep hill climb.
Michelle will guide participants through therapeutic yoga and meditation practices to aid a deep connection between self and nature, leaving all in attendance feeling grounded and calm.
The yoga practice will be set close to the ruins of Hollinshead Hall and guided meditation will take place among the surrounding woodland.
Please bring a journal/notebook and pen for reflections after the meditation.
A yoga mat is not required and there's no need to take off footwear as the yoga movements will all be standing.
This activity is not suitable for pregnant ladies or people with severe heart problems.
Our start point will be the cafe at the Royal Arms, Ryal Fold in Tockholes (BB3 0PA). The car park is free for customers there are toilet facilities. It's a very nice establishment serving hot and cold drinks and has a decent breakfast and lunch menu. While there are other places to park nearby, please do not block access for local residents and businesses.
There is no public transport to this location.
Each session should take three hours, of which around two hours will be spent walking. Please bear in mind that route duration is calculated based on average group speeds. The walk may actually be done in a quicker time, but also may take longer than expected based on individual fitness levels within the group. As outlined, it is essential to have good mobility to take part.
It should be mentioned that weather in the West Pennine Moors can be extremely unpredictable at all times of the year and so it isn't possible to guarantee excellent conditions. Multiple weather forecast sources are always studied before any Moors to Mountains activity. Unless there is a potential safety risk posed by the weather, the activity will go ahead as planned.
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Upon booking a space, please don't overlook the Footwear, Clothing and Equipment Requirements.
It is imperative to wear clothing that is suitable for both the activity and the time of year.
Weather conditions can change very quickly while out and about in the hills.
All participants must wear sturdy footwear and arrive to the activity with all other items listed.
Once a place has been booked on the Woodland Wellbeing activity.
Each participant will be contact by email with any relevant information to the specific activity. There will also be a link to a Participation Consent Form that should be completed in good time before any activity takes place. This will ask for important medical information, important contact details and also request consent to receive first aid where necessary, and for the organisers to take any photographs (or not) and anything else relevant.