Apple Picking 🍎

Join us for our annual harvest of our Estate-grown apples in the orchards behind the Farm Shop.

Open 10am - 2pm at Hawarden Estate Farm Shop

Grab an empty crate and fill it with orchard apples. Then leave us your email address, once the apples have been pressed, you can collect your free bottle of Apple Juice.

Mushroom Foraging with David Winnard

Saturday 13th September
10am - 1pm

Your ticket includes a snack from Hawarden Estate Farm Shop.

A fungal foray with a true expert.

Join renowned naturalist and foraging expert David Winnard for a leisurely stroll through the grounds of Hawarden Estate to explore the world of mushrooms and other fungi. During this walk you will learn:

• How mushrooms and fungi work.

• Why they are important.

• How they fit into the ecosystem.

• How we go about identifying different species.

We will look for a variety of species in different habitats and, where appropriate, discuss edible, poisonous and medicinal species.

“From Hairy Curtain Crust to Turkeytail, Shaggy Parasol to Oakbug Milkcap, the world of mushrooms and other fungi await us to discover them in a beautiful setting.”

£45 per person.

Timings

10am: Meet at The Terrace in The Walled Garden.

10.15am: Introductions from David before heading off on the walk.

12.15pm: Head back to The Walled Garden.

1pm: Finish.

About David:

David Winnard created Discover the Wild whose background in wildlife started when he was 5. David gained first class honours degree in wildlife photography before starting Discover the Wild, where his aim is to share his passion for identifying species and to help people forage safely and sustainable for wild foods.

He is one of the most respected foragers and naturalists in the North of England and Wales, having worked with and for organisations including the BBC, RSPB, Lancashire Wildlife Trust, City of Trees, Groundwork, Brockholes as well as many local councils, groups and organisations. He also works closely with a number of gin companies helping them use wild plants and fungi in their drinks.

Sauna Sessions

Join a communal session (of up to 4) or book a private session (of up to 5) for you and your friends.

This is your invitation to visit our wood fired sauna in the heart of our Walled Garden. Take time to slow down and breathe whilst taking in the breathtaking scenery around you.

You can book a private session with us, or join a communal session with other members of the public. The sauna fits up to 5 people comfortably, but we limit the number of people to 4 in our communal sessions to give everybody more space.

Sessions are 50 minutes.

£15 PER PERSON
or
£60 PRIVATE SESSION

Timings

Each sauna session lasts for 50 minutes.

Please remember to bring

• Swimwear

• A towel to sit on

• Warm clothing for afterwards

We recommend…

We recommend having a light snack before the sauna session. Using a sauna on a completely empty or full stomach is generally not recommended. The most important thing of all is to stay hydrated and to have water ready during and after the session.

Apple Picking 🍎

Join us for our annual harvest of our Estate-grown apples in the orchards behind the Farm Shop.

Open 10am - 2pm at Hawarden Estate Farm Shop

Grab an empty crate and fill it with orchard apples. Then leave us your email address, once the apples have been pressed, you can collect your free bottle of Apple Juice.

Mini Explorer Club at Wild Cat Wood.

Every Tuesday, 10am - 11am. Term time only.
Suitable for explorers aged 0-2.
£7 per child.
Hot chocolate for grown-ups included.

These outdoor weekly explorer club sessions are designed specifically for babies and toddlers, and led by our wonderful, friendly and knowledeagable Explorer Leader Ffion. There will be sensory activity areas with nature-based toys that encourage exploration and development, cosy corners filled with books and singing and seasonal story time around the fire.

The sessions will take place just a short walk from The Farm Farm shop.
Meet at the entrance, where you will be greeted by Ffion.

Sessions

September 16th, 23rd, 30th
October 7th, 14th, 21st
November 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th

Explorer Club

Join us each Saturday for an outdoor adventure in the woodlands surrounding the Farm Shop with our Explorer Leader!

Children and explorers will go on a sensory journey, discovering things such as:

• Sounds in nature

• Touch and feel of textures in the natural environment

• Looking for shapes and colours in nature

Each session includes a craft workshop, which might include making models using clay or using feathers and foraged objects to sculpt, draw and paint.

There will always be a campfire to gather around, where explorers might sing or read a story. And there’s always time for hot chocolate and marshmallows, too!

Each explorer will be awarded a certificate at the end of the session to celebrate the completion of a great day out.

Key information

• Meet at the Farm Shop.

• 10am-11.30am.

• Mixed ages.

All children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the club. But don’t worry, there will be time at the start for you to grab a hot drink in the Farm Shop before we head off. Only participating children require tickets.

Join us for a dawn walk in a historic location with spectacular views. Meet at Hawarden Estate Farm Shop at 6:30am before heading off on a sunrise walk through the estate. 

Tickets are £20 per person and include

An exclusive walk through the usually private parkland of Hawarden Estate before heading back down to the Farm Shop for a delicious breakfast cooked over the fire on a beautifully styled table at the Farm Shop. 

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Mini Explorer Club at Wild Cat Wood.

Every Tuesday, 10am - 11am. Term time only.
Suitable for explorers aged 0-2.
£7 per child.
Hot chocolate for grown-ups included.

These outdoor weekly explorer club sessions are designed specifically for babies and toddlers, and led by our wonderful, friendly and knowledeagable Explorer Leader Ffion. There will be sensory activity areas with nature-based toys that encourage exploration and development, cosy corners filled with books and singing and seasonal story time around the fire.

The sessions will take place just a short walk from The Farm Farm shop.
Meet at the entrance, where you will be greeted by Ffion.

Sessions

September 16th, 23rd, 30th
October 7th, 14th, 21st
November 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th

Sign Writing Masterclass with Rob Walker

Following hugely popular classes at Summer Camp, and sold out workshops throughout 2024, Rob is coming back to The Walled Garden School!

Learn the basics behind the world of sign writing, block lettering, perspective and sign-design with a true master of his craft, Rob Walker. Rob is an expert sign-writer and enthusiast, with life-long experience in this field. You’ll leave this class with a board featuring your sign - with your hand-painted chosen letter or word.

Rob will guide, teach and chat with you, as you create your own board complete with hand painted lettering. You will finish the day with a beautiful board to take home, featuring your chosen letter or word.

All materials, paints and brushes are included, as is a wonderful, simple lunch.

What you will learn:

• Drawing lettering by hand using block casual methods.

• Drafting block lettering using perspective.

• Optical spacing.

• The principles behind lettering construction.

• How to add convex and bevelled outcomes to drawn lettering.

• How to transfer a design to a board ready for painting.

• Handling a mahl (balancing) stick.

• Handling traditional sign writing brushes.

£80 PER PERSON

Explorer Club

Join us each Saturday for an outdoor adventure in the woodlands surrounding the Farm Shop with our Explorer Leader!

Children and explorers will go on a sensory journey, discovering things such as:

• Sounds in nature

• Touch and feel of textures in the natural environment

• Looking for shapes and colours in nature

Each session includes a craft workshop, which might include making models using clay or using feathers and foraged objects to sculpt, draw and paint.

There will always be a campfire to gather around, where explorers might sing or read a story. And there’s always time for hot chocolate and marshmallows, too!

Each explorer will be awarded a certificate at the end of the session to celebrate the completion of a great day out.

Key information

• Meet at the Farm Shop.

• 10am-11.30am.

• Mixed ages.

All children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the club. But don’t worry, there will be time at the start for you to grab a hot drink in the Farm Shop before we head off. Only participating children require tickets.

Sauna Sessions

Join a communal session (of up to 4) or book a private session (of up to 5) for you and your friends.

This is your invitation to visit our wood fired sauna in the heart of our Walled Garden. Take time to slow down and breathe whilst taking in the breathtaking scenery around you.

You can book a private session with us, or join a communal session with other members of the public. The sauna fits up to 5 people comfortably, but we limit the number of people to 4 in our communal sessions to give everybody more space.

Sessions are 50 minutes.

£15 PER PERSON
or
£60 PRIVATE SESSION

Timings

Each sauna session lasts for 50 minutes.

Please remember to bring

• Swimwear

• A towel to sit on

• Warm clothing for afterwards

We recommend…

We recommend having a light snack before the sauna session. Using a sauna on a completely empty or full stomach is generally not recommended. The most important thing of all is to stay hydrated and to have water ready during and after the session.

Mini Explorer Club at Wild Cat Wood.

Every Tuesday, 10am - 11am. Term time only.
Suitable for explorers aged 0-2.
£7 per child.
Hot chocolate for grown-ups included.

These outdoor weekly explorer club sessions are designed specifically for babies and toddlers, and led by our wonderful, friendly and knowledeagable Explorer Leader Ffion. There will be sensory activity areas with nature-based toys that encourage exploration and development, cosy corners filled with books and singing and seasonal story time around the fire.

The sessions will take place just a short walk from The Farm Farm shop.
Meet at the entrance, where you will be greeted by Ffion.

Sessions

September 16th, 23rd, 30th
October 7th, 14th, 21st
November 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th

Wellness Day: Yoga, Sauna, Cold Plunge & Hot Tub

This workshop is suitable for everyone, including beginners; with guided instructions and techniques to help you gain a better understanding of how hot / cold therapy affects your body.

Session during the day will include:

• Yoga at Hawarden Old Castle

• A Sauna in The Walled Garden.

• A cold plunge tank.

• A wood-fired hot tub.

• A seaweed foot bath with Halen Môn products.

As your guide, Emma Garland AKA The Good Food Yogi, puts it:

“We work with the breath and provide a deeper feeling of engagement and resistance within your body to build heat and strength in the body without necessarily moving fast. Time spent outdoors in nature can be a great way to boost the mind and body, as well as the nervous and immune system. Experiencing natural sunlight can boost your mood and productivity.

Join us for a day away in the magical space that is The Walled Garden School; Surrounded by nature in ancient woodland, this space will take you a world away from it all.”

All equipment, food and drink throughout the day is provided.

£80 PER PERSON

Timings

9:45am: Meet, greet, walk and breathe through the walled garden on this restorative day for yourself; and maybe friends or loved ones, we’ll start the day with a hot drink, before heading off for a walk around the beautiful walled garden. We’ll take this walk up to the ‘old castle’, where we’ll enjoy some various breathwork techniques, designed to warm us up from the outside in; whilst enjoying the breathtaking rural views from the top of the hill. We’ll talk positively about how nature helps us reconnect.

10:40am: Move, breathe and flow.

We’ll head roll out our yoga mats up at The Old castle whilst still feeling connected with the natural world. We’ll enjoy flowing movement to expand our bodies and hearts. When we expand and open our chest, understand our shoulders and the impact of tension held around the neck; here we can fully feel our inner power within. Our posture is greatly improved and we can allow ourselves to feel the finer muscles within our bodies that may need to be awakened.

11:30am: We’ll walk back down to The Walled Garden to get changed and have a shower using Halen Môn’s body scrub. There will be light snacks including fruit and pastries available.

12:30pm: You will then be guided through different wellness sessions. Sauna and cold plunge and a Sea weed foot bath, the hot tub will also be available. Participants will need to be aware that they will be sharing water for the hot tub and the cold plunge.

2pm: Late light lunch from Hawarden Estate Farm Shop.

3pm: Say goodbye.

Explorer Club

Join us each Saturday for an outdoor adventure in the woodlands surrounding the Farm Shop with our Explorer Leader!

Children and explorers will go on a sensory journey, discovering things such as:

• Sounds in nature

• Touch and feel of textures in the natural environment

• Looking for shapes and colours in nature

Each session includes a craft workshop, which might include making models using clay or using feathers and foraged objects to sculpt, draw and paint.

There will always be a campfire to gather around, where explorers might sing or read a story. And there’s always time for hot chocolate and marshmallows, too!

Each explorer will be awarded a certificate at the end of the session to celebrate the completion of a great day out.

Key information

• Meet at the Farm Shop.

• 10am-11.30am.

• Mixed ages.

All children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the club. But don’t worry, there will be time at the start for you to grab a hot drink in the Farm Shop before we head off. Only participating children require tickets.

Sauna Sessions

Join a communal session (of up to 4) or book a private session (of up to 5) for you and your friends.

This is your invitation to visit our wood fired sauna in the heart of our Walled Garden. Take time to slow down and breathe whilst taking in the breathtaking scenery around you.

You can book a private session with us, or join a communal session with other members of the public. The sauna fits up to 5 people comfortably, but we limit the number of people to 4 in our communal sessions to give everybody more space.

Sessions are 50 minutes.

£15 PER PERSON
or
£60 PRIVATE SESSION

Timings

Each sauna session lasts for 50 minutes.

Please remember to bring

• Swimwear

• A towel to sit on

• Warm clothing for afterwards

We recommend…

We recommend having a light snack before the sauna session. Using a sauna on a completely empty or full stomach is generally not recommended. The most important thing of all is to stay hydrated and to have water ready during and after the session.

Mini Explorer Club at Wild Cat Wood.

Every Tuesday, 10am - 11am. Term time only.
Suitable for explorers aged 0-2.
£7 per child.
Hot chocolate for grown-ups included.

These outdoor weekly explorer club sessions are designed specifically for babies and toddlers, and led by our wonderful, friendly and knowledeagable Explorer Leader Ffion. There will be sensory activity areas with nature-based toys that encourage exploration and development, cosy corners filled with books and singing and seasonal story time around the fire.

The sessions will take place just a short walk from The Farm Farm shop.
Meet at the entrance, where you will be greeted by Ffion.

Sessions

September 16th, 23rd, 30th
October 7th, 14th, 21st
November 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th

Yoga: Reset and Rebalance with Emma Garland

Friday 10th October 2025
9:45am-2:00pm
Lunch, snacks and unlimited tea and coffee included.

Exploring the Body to Help Reset

As we age, aches and pains can start to creep up on us. Often we'll put it down to old age and carry on! But most aches and tightness/tension within the body is muscular, which means you can do something about it. We'll explore our bodies through movement in this dedicated yoga workshop session, allowing us to bring a greater awareness to listening to when our bodies speak to us. This is a day of knowledge and learning, and also a restful, restorative day allowing you to reconnect with yourself and within nature.

As your guide, Emma Garland AKA The Good Food Yogi, puts it:

“This workshop session is suitable for everyone, including beginners; with guided instructions and techniques to help you switch on some of those smaller, underused muscles within the body and start to ease some of the muscular pain you may experience, particularly around those tighter areas of the body, like neck and shoulders, back, hamstrings, hips and belly.

We will work with the breath and provide a deeper feeling of engagement and resistance within your body to build heat and strength in the body without necessarily moving fast.

Time spent outdoors in nature can be a great way to boost the mind and body, as well as the nervous and immune system. Experiencing natural sunlight can also boost your mood and productivity!

Join us for a day away in the magical space that is The Walled Garden School, surrounded by nature in ancient woodland, this space will take you a world away from it all.”

All equipment, food and drink throughout the day is provided.

£45 per person

Timings

9:45am: Meet, greet, walk and breathe through The Walled Garden.

In this restorative day for yourself, and maybe friends or loved ones, we’ll start the day with a hot drink before heading off for a walk around the beautiful Walled Garden. We’ll take this walk up to the Old Castle, where we’ll enjoy some various breathwork techniques, designed to warm us up from the outside in; whilst enjoying the breathtaking rural views from the top of the hill. We’ll talk positively about how nature helps us reconnect.

11:30am: Move, breathe and flow.

We’ll head back to roll out our yoga mats indoors in the new Conservatory at The Walled Garden School whilst still feeling connected with the natural world. We’ll enjoy flowing movement to expand our bodies and hearts. When we expand and open our chest, understand our bodies and the impact of tension held around typically tighter areas; here we can fully feel our inner power within. Our posture is greatly improved and we can allow ourselves to feel the finer muscles within our bodies that may need to be awakened. We’ll then sink into some relaxation before heading for a well deserved lunch.

1pm: Refuel

Lunch from the award-winning Hawarden Estate Farm Shop is included. We’ll round up our restorative day with a hearty, warming lunch to fuel our bodies and minds and chat with like-minded new friends.

2pm: Time to say goodbye

All equipment, food and drink throughout the day is provided.

Explorer Club

Join us each Saturday for an outdoor adventure in the woodlands surrounding the Farm Shop with our Explorer Leader!

Children and explorers will go on a sensory journey, discovering things such as:

• Sounds in nature

• Touch and feel of textures in the natural environment

• Looking for shapes and colours in nature

Each session includes a craft workshop, which might include making models using clay or using feathers and foraged objects to sculpt, draw and paint.

There will always be a campfire to gather around, where explorers might sing or read a story. And there’s always time for hot chocolate and marshmallows, too!

Each explorer will be awarded a certificate at the end of the session to celebrate the completion of a great day out.

Key information

• Meet at the Farm Shop.

• 10am-11.30am.

• Mixed ages.

All children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the club. But don’t worry, there will be time at the start for you to grab a hot drink in the Farm Shop before we head off. Only participating children require tickets.

Mini Explorer Club at Wild Cat Wood.

Every Tuesday, 10am - 11am. Term time only.
Suitable for explorers aged 0-2.
£7 per child.
Hot chocolate for grown-ups included.

These outdoor weekly explorer club sessions are designed specifically for babies and toddlers, and led by our wonderful, friendly and knowledeagable Explorer Leader Ffion. There will be sensory activity areas with nature-based toys that encourage exploration and development, cosy corners filled with books and singing and seasonal story time around the fire.

The sessions will take place just a short walk from The Farm Farm shop.
Meet at the entrance, where you will be greeted by Ffion.

Sessions

September 16th, 23rd, 30th
October 7th, 14th, 21st
November 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th

Cecil Beaton Party

On Thursday 16th October, we will host a Cecil Beaton Party on Hawarden Estate, this will be styled as though it were an actual Cecil party from the 1930s, which were seriously cool parties.

Over the course of the evening, guests can get up close with the family archive and enjoy an evening of celebration and stimulation of new conversations and connections informed by his legacy.

Cecil became as famous as the people he photographed. His biographer commented: ‘He advanced the role of the photographer from being a man who arrived at the trademan’s entrance to arriving at the front door and very often staying for lunch.’ In fact, he was a successful designer, artist, writer, as well as a photographer. Whatever the latest project – from a fashion shoot for Vogue to designing costumes for Hollywood films like My Fair Lady and Gigi – Cecil applied his unerring instinct for the theatrical and the beautiful.

Through his family connection, the Cecil Beaton archive at Hawarden survives as a trove of personal memories, including photograph albums, scrapbooks, drawings, paintings and ephemera. Like all family collections, the archive tells a story of loving relationships and private enjoyments.

Tickets are £40 per person.

Timings

Please arrive at 6pm unless you would like a guided tour of the exhibition which will begin at 5pm. The event will finish at 9pm.

Included in your ticket

• Access to a guided tour of the Cecil Beaton exhibition, which will begin at 5pm.

• A talk by Professor. Helen Rees Leahy.

• Food over the course of the evening.

• A welcome drink and a drink to toast.

Explorer Club

Join us each Saturday for an outdoor adventure in the woodlands surrounding the Farm Shop with our Explorer Leader!

Children and explorers will go on a sensory journey, discovering things such as:

• Sounds in nature

• Touch and feel of textures in the natural environment

• Looking for shapes and colours in nature

Each session includes a craft workshop, which might include making models using clay or using feathers and foraged objects to sculpt, draw and paint.

There will always be a campfire to gather around, where explorers might sing or read a story. And there’s always time for hot chocolate and marshmallows, too!

Each explorer will be awarded a certificate at the end of the session to celebrate the completion of a great day out.

Key information

• Meet at the Farm Shop.

• 10am-11.30am.

• Mixed ages.

All children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the club. But don’t worry, there will be time at the start for you to grab a hot drink in the Farm Shop before we head off. Only participating children require tickets.

LifeForce Qigong with Ben Calder

Sunday 19th October
9:40am-4pm

Lunch, snacks and unlimited tea and coffee included.

Join us for a nourishing day of mindful movement in the serene surroundings of The Walled Garden. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or new to Qigong (pronounced Chee Gong), this day offers valuable tools for balance, vitality, and self-discovery.

This retreat is part of a 5-Element seasonal series, helping us attune to the natural rhythms of life and align with the changing energy of the seasons. This autumn, we explore the Metal Element: the energy of breath, letting go, and refinement. Through the lens of LifeForce Qigong, this retreat offers a soulful invitation to clear, centre, and reconnect. You’ll be guided through two distinct yet complementary sessions:

Jing (Essence & Physical Vitality). What to expect from the morning session:

We’ll begin with mindful breathwork and grounding movements to awaken the body and connect with our physical essence. With a focus on joint mobility, spinal alignment, and gentle standing forms, we’ll explore how to cultivate Jing — our deep, embodied energy. You’ll also receive an introduction to Microcosmic Orbit breathing and completion techniques for energetic release and balance.

Qi (Emotional Flow & Elemental Integration). What to expect from the afternoon session:

In the afternoon, we move deeper into the emotional energetics of the Five Elements, with a special focus on Metal and Lung energy. Grief, regret, and release are gently honoured through flowing meditative sequences that encourage emotional clarity, energetic circulation, and inner harmony.

A delicious light lunch from Hawarden Estate Farm Shop will be served, utilising fresh, seasonal ingredients to nourish the body and support our practice.

This day is open to all. No experience necessary, just a willingness to move, breathe, and be present.

What to bring:
Wear comfortable, layered clothing to accommodate temperature changes

What you will take away:
Reconnect with yourself, the season, and the energy of nature in this unique seasonal Qigong retreat day.

All equipment, food and and drink throughout the day is provided.

This workshop will be hosted within our brand new and beautiful Conservatory space.

£70 per person.

Timings

9:40am: Meet, greet and information about the day within The Conservatory

10am: Welcome and workshop begins

12:30pm: Break for lunch, from Hawarden Estate Farm Shop

1:30pm: Sessions resume

4pm: Time to say goodbye

About Ben Calder:

With over 22 years of experience in holistic health, Ben Calder is dedicated to helping others restore balance and vitality through his Integral approach to health and LifeForce Qigong. His work with LifeForce Qigong integrates movement, breath, and awareness to enhance energy flow, improve resilience, and reconnect with the body's natural rhythms. He believes in the power of Qigong to unlock stored tension, strengthen the mind-body connection, and cultivate long-term well-being.

Ben has practiced Qigong for 35 years, working with diverse communities, participated in health projects, and shared his knowledge at events across the UK. Passionate about empowering individuals to take charge of their health, Ben offers practical, effective tools to help you move with ease, feel more aligned, and embrace a life of balance and vitality.

Mushroom Foraging with David Winnard

Sunday 19th October
10am - 1pm

Your ticket includes a snack from Hawarden Estate Farm Shop.

A fungal foray with a true expert.

Join renowned naturalist and foraging expert David Winnard for a leisurely stroll through the grounds of Hawarden Estate to explore the world of mushrooms and other fungi. During this walk you will learn:

• How mushrooms and fungi work.

• Why they are important.

• How they fit into the ecosystem.

• How we go about identifying different species.

We will look for a variety of species in different habitats and, where appropriate, discuss edible, poisonous and medicinal species.

“From Hairy Curtain Crust to Turkeytail, Shaggy Parasol to Oakbug Milkcap, the world of mushrooms and other fungi await us to discover them in a beautiful setting.”

£45 per person.

Timings

10am: Meet at The Terrace in The Walled Garden.

10.15am: Introductions from David before heading off on the walk.

12.15pm: Head back to The Walled Garden.

1pm: Finish.

About David:

David Winnard created Discover the Wild whose background in wildlife started when he was 5. David gained first class honours degree in wildlife photography before starting Discover the Wild, where his aim is to share his passion for identifying species and to help people forage safely and sustainable for wild foods.

He is one of the most respected foragers and naturalists in the North of England and Wales, having worked with and for organisations including the BBC, RSPB, Lancashire Wildlife Trust, City of Trees, Groundwork, Brockholes as well as many local councils, groups and organisations. He also works closely with a number of gin companies helping them use wild plants and fungi in their drinks.

Sauna Sessions

Join a communal session (of up to 4) or book a private session (of up to 5) for you and your friends.

This is your invitation to visit our wood fired sauna in the heart of our Walled Garden. Take time to slow down and breathe whilst taking in the breathtaking scenery around you.

You can book a private session with us, or join a communal session with other members of the public. The sauna fits up to 5 people comfortably, but we limit the number of people to 4 in our communal sessions to give everybody more space.

Sessions are 50 minutes.

£15 PER PERSON
or
£60 PRIVATE SESSION

Timings

Each sauna session lasts for 50 minutes.

Please remember to bring

• Swimwear

• A towel to sit on

• Warm clothing for afterwards

We recommend…

We recommend having a light snack before the sauna session. Using a sauna on a completely empty or full stomach is generally not recommended. The most important thing of all is to stay hydrated and to have water ready during and after the session.

Mini Explorer Club at Wild Cat Wood.

Every Tuesday, 10am - 11am. Term time only.
Suitable for explorers aged 0-2.
£7 per child.
Hot chocolate for grown-ups included.

These outdoor weekly explorer club sessions are designed specifically for babies and toddlers, and led by our wonderful, friendly and knowledeagable Explorer Leader Ffion. There will be sensory activity areas with nature-based toys that encourage exploration and development, cosy corners filled with books and singing and seasonal story time around the fire.

The sessions will take place just a short walk from The Farm Farm shop.
Meet at the entrance, where you will be greeted by Ffion.

Sessions

September 16th, 23rd, 30th
October 7th, 14th, 21st
November 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th

Apple Day & Old Castle Open Day

A full day of celebrations for the humble apple. PLUS meander up to our Grade I listed monument, which is only open for a handful of days each year.

Spooky Explorer Trail | Explorer Club | Flower Crowns

Open 10am - 3pm at Hawarden Estate Farm Shop

Explorer Club with our Explorer leader Ffion - Free drop-in craft sessions throughout the day.

During the day, you can create:

• Apple-related crafts

• Create a harvest mask, using autumnal produce

• Decorations using dried apples

• Ivy crowns and ribbon wands

There’ll be live music, campfires, food from the fire, plus marshmallows for toasting over the fire.

No need to book, just come along on the day for FREE. For anyone wishing to walk up to the Old Castle, we kindly ask that you make a donation to charity. This can be paid on the day or below.

Explorer Club The Pumpkin Edition

Starting from the hay bale amphitheater next to The Farm Shop, join our Explorer leader Ffion for a pumpkin edition Explorer Club. There’ll be pumpkin crafts, and a Halloween story. Plus plenty of pumpkin-related arts and activities.

Only participating children need to purchase a ticket. Adults must remain with their children throughout.

How to Build a Hedgehog House with Ffion Hughes

10am - 1pm
Best for ages 8-12 years!
Tickets include a snack, hot chocolate and marshmallows from Hawarden Estate Farm Shop.

Children will collaboratively build two hedgehog houses by hand, learning to use tools such as saws and sandpaper, and search for a great area to place them in The Walled Garden.

Once the hedgehog’s new homes are built, we’ll gather beside the fire with hot chocolate and marshmallows.

Children will leave with their hedgehog house, along with the knowledge of where to place it at home, and the skills to make more!

Alongside Ffion, an expert Forest Leader, they will learn:

• Hands-on building techniques.

• Wood preparation: learn to use a saw and sandpaper to shape the wood safely.

• Hammer & nails: Construct the hedgehog house step-by-step.

• Connection to nature.

• Guided foraging: collect natural materials (branches, moss, leaves) for insulation and decoration.

Learning outcomes:

• Practical skills: safe tool use, building techniques.

• Environmental stewardship: awareness of wildlife and habitat care.

• Creative expression: natural art and design.

• Resilience & confidence: through risk-managed challenges.

• Collaboration & social skills: working together in a group setting.

• Sensory engagement: tactile, visual, and olfactory stimulation through nature.

£40 per child.

Timings

10am: Arrival and settle in.

10:15am: Building begins!

12pm: Houses complete, we gather for hot chocolates beside the fire.

1pm: Workshop finishes.

About Ffion:

Ffion has led the super-popular Explorer Club sessions at Hawarden Estate Farm Shop for the past few years. She is a qualified Forest Leader, and is a “huge believer in everyone having the opportunity to explore nature and reconnect with their roots in the earth and aim to foster that connection through experiences and opportunities.”

Little Growers’ Club The Pumpkin Edition

10am start

Only participating children need to purchase a ticket.

Come and learn about growing pumpkins on a working farm with our friendly grower Mark!

Learn how to plant, how things grow and what’s happening in our market garden at this time of year.

Check in at the farm shop at 10am before heading over to our wonderful market garden.

Suitable for all ages 2+.
Sessions will last roughly 1 hour.

Only participating children require tickets. Adults must stay with children throughout.

Pumpkin Art Club

Start 10am
Join us for a pumpkin-inspired art club where children can get creative in decorating their pumpkin to take home.

There will also be an opportunity to draw, paint and get messy with lots of found objects and seasonal veggies.

Only participating children need to purchase a ticket. Adults will need to remain with their child throughout.

Campfire Storytelling with Louise Foster

Join local author Louise Foster for a campfire reading of her new book The Last Little Pumpkin.

Children will gather around the campfire and have warming hot chocolate and cookies which are included in the ticket price.

Only participating children need to purchase a ticket. Adults must remain with their children throughout.

Children’s Explorer Lantern Walk

Join Explorer Leader Ffion for an evening lantern walk.

Children will head over to the hay bale amphitheatre where each child will be given a lantern to use to light the way as they head off into the evening.

Children will stop in the Wild Cat Woods for a spooky story with hot chocolate and a campfire with marshmallows for toasting.

Only participating children need to purchase a ticket. Adults must remain with their children at all times.

We cannot guarantee bats will be present but we will take the children to the area where we typically see bats on the Estate.

Spooky Old Castle Tour 👻

Hosted by our resident Hawarden spooky storyteller Karl. Suitable for both adults and children. Guests will be guided up to the old castle where they will listen to a spooky tale.

Then head back to the Farm Shop for hot chocolate and marshmallows for toasting.

We would encourage everyone to dress up in their spookiest outfits.

Only participating children need to purchase a ticket. Adults must remain with their children at all times.

The walk up to the old castle is steep and has jagged steps. Please ensure that your child / parents can manage this safely.

Spooky Old Castle Tour 👻

Hosted by our resident Hawarden spooky storyteller Karl. Suitable for both adults and children. Guests will be guided up to the old castle where they will listen to a spooky tale.

Then head back to the Farm Shop for hot chocolate and marshmallows for toasting.

We would encourage everyone to dress up in their spookiest outfits.

Only participating children need to purchase a ticket. Adults must remain with their children at all times.

The walk up to the old castle is steep and has jagged steps. Please ensure that your child / parents can manage this safely.

Explorer Club

Join us each Saturday for an outdoor adventure in the woodlands surrounding the Farm Shop with our Explorer Leader!

Children and explorers will go on a sensory journey, discovering things such as:

• Sounds in nature

• Touch and feel of textures in the natural environment

• Looking for shapes and colours in nature

Each session includes a craft workshop, which might include making models using clay or using feathers and foraged objects to sculpt, draw and paint.

There will always be a campfire to gather around, where explorers might sing or read a story. And there’s always time for hot chocolate and marshmallows, too!

Each explorer will be awarded a certificate at the end of the session to celebrate the completion of a great day out.

Key information

• Meet at the Farm Shop.

• 10am-11.30am.

• Mixed ages.

All children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the club. But don’t worry, there will be time at the start for you to grab a hot drink in the Farm Shop before we head off. Only participating children require tickets.

BONFIRE NIGHT 2025

5-9pm, Saturday 1st November

Join us for one of our most popular events of the year, Bonfire Night. This year we are celebrating all things colourful and we will have lots of exciting new things happening during the night, including a silent disco in the Tin Shed, two live drum sets, and plenty of great food and drink.

We will be burning our ‘wishing tree’, a structure which we encourage all of our guests to tie a wish to (this will be available throughout half term). Then, on Bonfire Night, all of the wishes will be set ablaze and take to the night’s sky.

There won’t be any fireworks, so we welcome dogs on leads.

Here’s what to expect:

• The theme is colour and joy. Please join in and wear your brightest winter clothes!

• There will be free glow sticks and neon face paint on arrival for those wanting to join in.

• The silent disco is free for all.
  It’s fun! Dance! Let loose!

• Join the Wishing Tree procession, to the sound of the drums.

• Our outdoor kitchen fires will be serving great, hot food.

• There will be drinks at the bar.

• And our bakery will be serving up brilliant doughnuts, proper s’mores and brownies!

Parking is an additional cost to a ticket at £6 per car. We have a limited number of spaces so please book this as early as you can. Alternatively, there is plenty of car parking space in and around the village.

Guests arriving on foot.
Guests can enter on foot from the park gates in the village opposite The Glynne Arms.

Guests with pre-booked car parking.
Guests who have pre-booked car parking can park at Hawarden Estate Farm Shop and our guides will show you where to go.

Tickets.
No physical tickets will be sent, guests will be asked to show their confirmation email to our guides when they arrive.

Please note.
This is an outdoor event, so please wear appropriate warm clothing and shoes that you don't mind getting muddy!
We kindly request that no sparklers are used on site.

Mini Explorer Club at Wild Cat Wood.

Every Tuesday, 10am - 11am. Term time only.
Suitable for explorers aged 0-2.
£7 per child.
Hot chocolate for grown-ups included.

These outdoor weekly explorer club sessions are designed specifically for babies and toddlers, and led by our wonderful, friendly and knowledeagable Explorer Leader Ffion. There will be sensory activity areas with nature-based toys that encourage exploration and development, cosy corners filled with books and singing and seasonal story time around the fire.

The sessions will take place just a short walk from The Farm Farm shop.
Meet at the entrance, where you will be greeted by Ffion.

Sessions

September 16th, 23rd, 30th
October 7th, 14th, 21st
November 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th

Sauna Sessions

Join a communal session (of up to 4) or book a private session (of up to 5) for you and your friends.

This is your invitation to visit our wood fired sauna in the heart of our Walled Garden. Take time to slow down and breathe whilst taking in the breathtaking scenery around you.

You can book a private session with us, or join a communal session with other members of the public. The sauna fits up to 5 people comfortably, but we limit the number of people to 4 in our communal sessions to give everybody more space.

Sessions are 50 minutes.

£15 PER PERSON
or
£60 PRIVATE SESSION

Timings

Each sauna session lasts for 50 minutes.

Please remember to bring

• Swimwear

• A towel to sit on

• Warm clothing for afterwards

We recommend…

We recommend having a light snack before the sauna session. Using a sauna on a completely empty or full stomach is generally not recommended. The most important thing of all is to stay hydrated and to have water ready during and after the session.

Explorer Club

Join us each Saturday for an outdoor adventure in the woodlands surrounding the Farm Shop with our Explorer Leader!

Children and explorers will go on a sensory journey, discovering things such as:

• Sounds in nature

• Touch and feel of textures in the natural environment

• Looking for shapes and colours in nature

Each session includes a craft workshop, which might include making models using clay or using feathers and foraged objects to sculpt, draw and paint.

There will always be a campfire to gather around, where explorers might sing or read a story. And there’s always time for hot chocolate and marshmallows, too!

Each explorer will be awarded a certificate at the end of the session to celebrate the completion of a great day out.

Key information

• Meet at the Farm Shop.

• 10am-11.30am.

• Mixed ages.

All children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the club. But don’t worry, there will be time at the start for you to grab a hot drink in the Farm Shop before we head off. Only participating children require tickets.

Sauna Sessions

Join a communal session (of up to 4) or book a private session (of up to 5) for you and your friends.

This is your invitation to visit our wood fired sauna in the heart of our Walled Garden. Take time to slow down and breathe whilst taking in the breathtaking scenery around you.

You can book a private session with us, or join a communal session with other members of the public. The sauna fits up to 5 people comfortably, but we limit the number of people to 4 in our communal sessions to give everybody more space.

Sessions are 50 minutes.

£15 PER PERSON
or
£60 PRIVATE SESSION

Timings

Each sauna session lasts for 50 minutes.

Please remember to bring

• Swimwear

• A towel to sit on

• Warm clothing for afterwards

We recommend…

We recommend having a light snack before the sauna session. Using a sauna on a completely empty or full stomach is generally not recommended. The most important thing of all is to stay hydrated and to have water ready during and after the session.

Hand-Built Pottery Masterclass with Mud Haus

Learn the foundational skills of hand building and pottery, alongside Autumn from Mud Haus.

Autumn will introduce the session by showing you some hand building techniques, then you’ll be invited to get stuck in with a piece of fresh white earthenware clay and bring your ceramic ideas to life. This relaxed, supportive workshop is suitable for complete beginners as well as those with previous experience. All you need is a willingness to play and explore!

We’ll break for a delicious lunch from Hawarden Estate Farm Shop. This also gives your piece time to dry before we move on to decoration in the afternoon using underglazes, allowing you to add colour and detail.

Once finished, your piece will be taken away to be professionally clear dipped — a food-safe glaze that enhances the colours of your design, and then fired in the kiln. The full process can take up to three weeks, after which your finished piece can be collected from Hawarden Estate, or posted to you if preferred.

“This workshop is designed in a therapeutic manner, so that you can fully unwind, allowing you to relax into the creative process. We can’t wait to see what you create!”

All materials, paints and brushes are included, as is a wonderful, simple lunch.

You do not need any prior skills to attend this class!

£75 PER PERSON

Mini Explorer Club at Wild Cat Wood.

Every Tuesday, 10am - 11am. Term time only.
Suitable for explorers aged 0-2.
£7 per child.
Hot chocolate for grown-ups included.

These outdoor weekly explorer club sessions are designed specifically for babies and toddlers, and led by our wonderful, friendly and knowledeagable Explorer Leader Ffion. There will be sensory activity areas with nature-based toys that encourage exploration and development, cosy corners filled with books and singing and seasonal story time around the fire.

The sessions will take place just a short walk from The Farm Farm shop.
Meet at the entrance, where you will be greeted by Ffion.

Sessions

September 16th, 23rd, 30th
October 7th, 14th, 21st
November 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th

Yoga: Flexibility and Flow with Emma Garland

Friday 14th November 2025
9:45am-2:00pm
Lunch, snacks and unlimited tea and coffee included.

Releasing Tension, Embracing Ease

Do you ever feel tight and stiff, or even just stuck in your own body? Modern life often creates patterns of tightness and tension, limiting our natural range of motion. This workshop is an invitation to unwind. We'll gently guide our bodies through fluid movements and stretches, helping to release held tension and restore natural flexibility. Discover the liberating feeling of ease and flow, allowing your body to move more freely and your mind to find a state of calm. Reconnect with your innate grace and natural rhythm.

As your guide, Emma Garland AKA The Good Food Yogi, puts it:

“This workshop session is suitable for everyone, including beginners; with guided instructions and techniques to help you switch on some of those smaller, underused muscles within the body and start to ease some of the muscular pain you may experience, particularly around those tighter areas of the body, like neck and shoulders, back, hamstrings, hips and belly.

We will work with the breath and provide a deeper feeling of engagement and resistance within your body to build heat and strength in the body without necessarily moving fast.

Time spent outdoors in nature can be a great way to boost the mind and body, as well as the nervous and immune system. Experiencing natural sunlight can also boost your mood and productivity!

Join us for a day away in the magical space that is The Walled Garden School, surrounded by nature in ancient woodland, this space will take you a world away from it all.”

All equipment, food and drink throughout the day is provided.

£45 per person

Timings

9:45am: Meet, greet, walk and breathe through The Walled Garden.

In this restorative day for yourself, and maybe friends or loved ones, we’ll start the day with a hot drink before heading off for a walk around the beautiful Walled Garden. We’ll take this walk up to the Old Castle, where we’ll enjoy some various breathwork techniques, designed to warm us up from the outside in; whilst enjoying the breathtaking rural views from the top of the hill. We’ll talk positively about how nature helps us reconnect.

11:30am: Move, breathe and flow.

We’ll head back to roll out our yoga mats indoors in the new Conservatory at The Walled Garden School whilst still feeling connected with the natural world. We’ll enjoy flowing movement to expand our bodies and hearts. When we expand and open our chest, understand our bodies and the impact of tension held around typically tighter areas; here we can fully feel our inner power within. Our posture is greatly improved and we can allow ourselves to feel the finer muscles within our bodies that may need to be awakened. We’ll then sink into some relaxation before heading for a well deserved lunch.

1pm: Refuel

Lunch from the award-winning Hawarden Estate Farm Shop is included. We’ll round up our restorative day with a hearty, warming lunch to fuel our bodies and minds and chat with like-minded new friends.

2pm: Time to say goodbye

All equipment, food and drink throughout the day is provided.

Screen Print Your Own Christmas Cards with Gail Bryson

Design and print your own Christmas cards alongside expert designer and printer, Gail Bryson. Gail will take you through the steps of creating your design, talking you through the printing process and finally helping you print your own cards.

What will you learn?

You will learn about stencilling, screen printing and how to translate your ideas into a design. You will then learn to choose your colour, and to screen print your design.

Gail is an expert, so you can also pick her brains throughout the workshop.

£80 PER PERSON

A snack and unlimited tea and coffee included.

About Gail Bryson

Gail is a textile, graphic and product designer. She specialises in simple and graphic prints that complement a wide range of home styles.

Trained at Edinburgh College of Art, she developed her design skills at The Conran Shop and The Nest before subsequently becoming co-founder and creative director of Bryson Loxley. Amongst her clients there are John Lewis and Jamie Oliver. She has also collaborated individually with other small independent businesses on a wide range of projects over the years.

Gail is a firm believer that good design will always last the test of time. Her products are designed to last both in design and manufacture, and are mainly all hand-printed and hand-sewn in London. Ultimately, her aim is to create things that can passed down through the generations, like the collection of linen she has inherited from her own family.

Colour also plays a big part in Gail’s work. Combinations are dreamed up from photographs taken on her travels and provide inspiration back in her studio.

Sauna Sessions

Join a communal session (of up to 4) or book a private session (of up to 5) for you and your friends.

This is your invitation to visit our wood fired sauna in the heart of our Walled Garden. Take time to slow down and breathe whilst taking in the breathtaking scenery around you.

You can book a private session with us, or join a communal session with other members of the public. The sauna fits up to 5 people comfortably, but we limit the number of people to 4 in our communal sessions to give everybody more space.

Sessions are 50 minutes.

£15 PER PERSON
or
£60 PRIVATE SESSION

Timings

Each sauna session lasts for 50 minutes.

Please remember to bring

• Swimwear

• A towel to sit on

• Warm clothing for afterwards

We recommend…

We recommend having a light snack before the sauna session. Using a sauna on a completely empty or full stomach is generally not recommended. The most important thing of all is to stay hydrated and to have water ready during and after the session.

Christmas Wreath Masterclass with Welshborn Flowers

Your ticket includes your wreath, snacks and unlimited hot drinks.

Learn how to create a stunning, seasonal wreath alongside an expert florist. We will be creative with our wreaths, and so this is a workshop for anyone interested in flower arranging. A great way to make a bespoke gift, or to decorate your door for Christmas.

What you will take away with you?

You will take away the wreath you make during the class, and with the skills to pick flowers from your garden and to put them together confidently and beautifully.

Suitable for all adults!

£60 PER PERSON

About Welsborn Flowers

Mark learnt a lot of his floristry from the Manchester based event florist FROG, where he learnt and developed his own style. Mark now grows seasonal cut flowers and foliage on his family farm in Bwlchgwyn. Mark also sells wholesale as well as creating weddings for brides and grooms, too.

Mini Explorer Club at Wild Cat Wood.

Every Tuesday, 10am - 11am. Term time only.
Suitable for explorers aged 0-2.
£7 per child.
Hot chocolate for grown-ups included.

These outdoor weekly explorer club sessions are designed specifically for babies and toddlers, and led by our wonderful, friendly and knowledeagable Explorer Leader Ffion. There will be sensory activity areas with nature-based toys that encourage exploration and development, cosy corners filled with books and singing and seasonal story time around the fire.

The sessions will take place just a short walk from The Farm Farm shop.
Meet at the entrance, where you will be greeted by Ffion.

Sessions

September 16th, 23rd, 30th
October 7th, 14th, 21st
November 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th

Mini Explorer Club at Wild Cat Wood.

Every Tuesday, 10am - 11am. Term time only.
Suitable for explorers aged 0-2.
£7 per child.
Hot chocolate for grown-ups included.

These outdoor weekly explorer club sessions are designed specifically for babies and toddlers, and led by our wonderful, friendly and knowledeagable Explorer Leader Ffion. There will be sensory activity areas with nature-based toys that encourage exploration and development, cosy corners filled with books and singing and seasonal story time around the fire.

The sessions will take place just a short walk from The Farm Farm shop.
Meet at the entrance, where you will be greeted by Ffion.

Sessions

September 16th, 23rd, 30th
October 7th, 14th, 21st
November 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th

Winter Market 2025

Join us at the Farm Shop on Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th November for our Winter Market, featuring dozens of stalls, our Christmas tree market, live music, delicious food and great drinks.

Expect great Christmas gift ideas, fire pits, marshmallows, a chance to meet expert craftspeople and lots of fun for all.

Winter Market 2025

Join us at the Farm Shop on Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th November for our Winter Market, featuring dozens of stalls, our Christmas tree market, live music, delicious food and great drinks.

Expect great Christmas gift ideas, fire pits, marshmallows, a chance to meet expert craftspeople and lots of fun for all.

Christmas Wreath Masterclass with Welshborn Flowers

Your ticket includes your wreath, snacks and unlimited hot drinks.

Learn how to create a stunning, seasonal wreath alongside an expert florist. We will be creative with our wreaths, and so this is a workshop for anyone interested in flower arranging. A great way to make a bespoke gift, or to decorate your door for Christmas.

What you will take away with you?

You will take away the wreath you make during the class, and with the skills to pick flowers from your garden and to put them together confidently and beautifully.

Suitable for all adults!

£60 PER PERSON

About Welsborn Flowers

Mark learnt a lot of his floristry from the Manchester based event florist FROG, where he learnt and developed his own style. Mark now grows seasonal cut flowers and foliage on his family farm in Bwlchgwyn. Mark also sells wholesale as well as creating weddings for brides and grooms, too.

Christmas Wreath Masterclass with Welshborn Flowers

Your ticket includes your wreath, snacks and unlimited hot drinks.

Learn how to create a stunning, seasonal wreath alongside an expert florist. We will be creative with our wreaths, and so this is a workshop for anyone interested in flower arranging. A great way to make a bespoke gift, or to decorate your door for Christmas.

What you will take away with you?

You will take away the wreath you make during the class, and with the skills to pick flowers from your garden and to put them together confidently and beautifully.

Suitable for all adults!

£60 PER PERSON

About Welsborn Flowers

Mark learnt a lot of his floristry from the Manchester based event florist FROG, where he learnt and developed his own style. Mark now grows seasonal cut flowers and foliage on his family farm in Bwlchgwyn. Mark also sells wholesale as well as creating weddings for brides and grooms, too.

Yoga: Mindful Movement and Inner Peace with Emma Garland

Friday 14th November 2025
9:45am-2:00pm
Lunch, snacks and unlimited tea and coffee included.

Connecting Breath to Being

In our busy lives, especially at this time of year, the connection between mind and body can often feel fragmented. This theme is about cultivating a deeper awareness through mindful movement, linking every breath to every action. We'll explore practices that quiet the mental chatter and bring you fully into the present moment. Expect a restorative experience that nurtures your nervous system, allowing you to find profound inner peace and a sense of calm that extends far beyond your mat.

As your guide, Emma Garland AKA The Good Food Yogi, puts it:

“This workshop session is suitable for everyone, including beginners; with guided instructions and techniques to help you switch on some of those smaller, underused muscles within the body and start to ease some of the muscular pain you may experience, particularly around those tighter areas of the body, like neck and shoulders, back, hamstrings, hips and belly.

We will work with the breath and provide a deeper feeling of engagement and resistance within your body to build heat and strength in the body without necessarily moving fast.

Time spent outdoors in nature can be a great way to boost the mind and body, as well as the nervous and immune system. Experiencing natural sunlight can also boost your mood and productivity!

Join us for a day away in the magical space that is The Walled Garden School, surrounded by nature in ancient woodland, this space will take you a world away from it all.”

All equipment, food and drink throughout the day is provided.

£45 per person

Timings

9:45am: Meet, greet, walk and breathe through The Walled Garden.

In this restorative day for yourself, and maybe friends or loved ones, we’ll start the day with a hot drink before heading off for a walk around the beautiful Walled Garden. We’ll take this walk up to the Old Castle, where we’ll enjoy some various breathwork techniques, designed to warm us up from the outside in; whilst enjoying the breathtaking rural views from the top of the hill. We’ll talk positively about how nature helps us reconnect.

11:30am: Move, breathe and flow.

We’ll head back to roll out our yoga mats indoors in the new Conservatory at The Walled Garden School whilst still feeling connected with the natural world. We’ll enjoy flowing movement to expand our bodies and hearts. When we expand and open our chest, understand our bodies and the impact of tension held around typically tighter areas; here we can fully feel our inner power within. Our posture is greatly improved and we can allow ourselves to feel the finer muscles within our bodies that may need to be awakened. We’ll then sink into some relaxation before heading for a well deserved lunch.

1pm: Refuel

Lunch from the award-winning Hawarden Estate Farm Shop is included. We’ll round up our restorative day with a hearty, warming lunch to fuel our bodies and minds and chat with like-minded new friends.

2pm: Time to say goodbye

All equipment, food and drink throughout the day is provided.

Join us for hot toddies at Hawarden Old Castle at sunrise to celebrate the winter solstice, followed by a festive breakfast in The Alpine Village, mimosas and mince pies.

Tickets are £30 per person and include

An exclusive walk through the usually private parkland of Hawarden Estate

Tea, coffee or hot toddy at the Old Castle

A delicious breakfast cooked over the fire and a mimosa on a beautifully styled table at the Farm Shop. 

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Mince pie swirls

Potato and pumpkin hash, confit leeks, poached eggs and mustard hollandaise