NatureWorks
‘NatureWorks’ is a 5 or 6-week programme providing inclusive nature-based wellbeing sessions in a safe and supportive environment to empower participants with tools to reduce stress, fatigue, isolation, anxiety, and depression. In addition participants will have conserve, protect, and champion nature.
Weekly sessions take place outside and activities are designed according to principles of Forest School, Ecotherapy, the Six Ways to Wellbeing, Social & Therapeutic Horticulture, and Nature Connectedness.
Participants learn about the scientific efficacy of nature connectedness and experience a range of practical activities to foster a deeper connection to nature.
Facilitated by qualified and experienced nature-based wellbeing practitioners, seasonal activities include wildlife conservation, bushcraft, nature art and crafts, food growing, outdoor cooking, foraging, nature journaling, and mindfulness. Participants are equipped with a range of tools to improve and maintain their physical, social, and emotional health.
Current NatureWorks programmes
Each programme is tailored to specific cohorts. Click below to view details.

NatureWorks in Burgess Hill
5-week nature-based wellbeing programme for 11-17-year-olds in Burgess Hill, West Sussex, UK.
Starting September 2025.

NatureWorks @ Wakehurst
5-week nature-based wellbeing programme for women aged 40+ at Wakehurst Place, Ardingly
Starting Autumn 2025 - more details coming soon!
It's not rocket science, but it is science
The National Academy For Social Prescribing’s 2022 Evidence Briefing confirms that time spent in nature is linked to a range of positive mental and physical health outcomes including:
- Reduced blood pressure, reduced stress levels and associated symptoms, lower levels of cardiovascular and respiratory problems, and reduced risk of diabetes, obesity, and COVID.
- Increased wellbeing, including subjective wellbeing, reduced social isolation, increased happiness, and resilience.
What is NatureWorks?
Being connected to nature improves our wellbeing. Drawing on principles of Ecotherapy, the Six Ways to Wellbeing, Forest School, and Social & Therapeutic Horticulture, NatureWorks is a programme of seasonal activities that include:
- food growing
- wildlife conservation
- nature arts and crafts
- bushcraft skills
- heritage skills
- mindfulness/relaxation
- getting active in nature
- nature journaling
Who is NatureWorks for?
Anyone who wants to:
- feel happier
- feel more confident
- meet new people
- improve wellbeing
- be creative
- get outside
- learn new things
- conserve nature