Autumn Nature, Craft, Connection 12th October
2023-10-12 10:00 - 12:00 (Europe/London) | Waterside Valley, SWALLOW Community Cafe, Radstock, Radstock, Bath and North East Somerset, England, BA3 3QG
Meeting at the Swallow Cafe in Radstock, the group walk a short way along Waterside Valley to enjoy a morning by the river with camp chairs and hot drinks. The leader guides relaxation, connection to the land, wildlife and each other. This is known as Green Care; facilitated outdoor activities that support you to be in our local living spaces to enhance health and wellbeing.
This is a free 6-week course for adults of all ages to explore, reignite and deepen connections to the living world and our relationship with it, and benefit from the support, health and wellbeing found within this.
A shelter and warming fire will be provided when needed and there is a toilet and café on the site.
We will meet at the St Nicholas’ Church rooms in the SWALLOW Community Café in Radstock. If you would like to come early for a cuppa you are welcome. We will set off at 10am for the short walk into the valley.
If you have any questions please contact EcoWild on +44 781 215 5659

Autumn Nature, Craft, Connection 19th October
2023-10-19 10:00 - 12:00 | Waterside Valley, SWALLOW Community Cafe, Radstock, Radstock, Bath and North East Somerset, England, BA3 3QG

Autumn Family Nature Walk
2023-10-26 11:00 - 12:30 | Midsomer Norton Town Park, Midsomer Norton Town Park, BA3 2UH, United Kingdom
A Family Walk which is pram/ buggy/ sling/ carrier friendly and suitable for adventurous little legs, takes you through Midsomer Norton along the appropriate walking paths through the Town Park and up to the cycle path, please note there is one quite steep hill here, which we will climb slowly and carefully. There will be various stops along the way and activities to engage the senses, such as listening to bird song, collecting autumn leaves, search and find activity sheets all based around the nature. We will go as far as Silver Street Nature Reserve before heading back to the Dragonfly Leisure Centre.
Dragonfly Leisure and South Road Carpark have free parking, plenty of space for prams and toilets with changing facilities. Please bring everything you need for your little ones for the walk, including water and snacks.
The activities are most suited for toddlers and children up to the age of 7 but families with older kids are also very welcome.
This is a completely free event but booking is essential. One ticket required per family, we will email you prior to the event to confirm how many in your group.
Somer Valley Walking Festival 2023
Family Nature Walk
Thursday 26th October 2023
Time: 11:00 – 12:30
Walk Leader: Phoebe Webster, Project Officer, Somer Valley Rediscovered
Walk Support: Emma Carlisle, Volunteer Coordinator, Somer Valley Rediscovered
10:45 – Meeting outside the Dragonfly Leisure Centre, Gullock Tyning, Midsomer Norton, BA3 2UH
11:00 – 12:15 – Family nature activity walk 1.8 miles
If you have any questions please email us at somervalleyrediscovered@bathnes.gov.uk

Nordic Walking Taster
2023-10-28 14:00 - 15:00 | Midsomer Norton Town Park, Midsomer Norton Town Park, BA3 2UH, United Kingdom
This Nordic Walking Taster is a one hour introductory session providing a foundation for Nordic walking, fitness and well-being, all tailored to your individual needs. You’ll be learning in a group setting with walk leader Maxine, a qualified Nordic Walking Instructor.
Meeting outside the Somer Centre, Gullock’s Tyning and walking around Midsomer Norton Town Park.
Meet at 13:45pm to sign in and get set up, finishing back at the Somer Centre for 15:00pm.
Wear comfortable clothing and sturdy shoes such as walking boots or trainers.
We ask that you leave your canine friends at home for this session.
Parking is available a short walk away at the South Road Car Park, but please walk or cycle if you are able.
Booking is free, but please ensure you cancel if you can no longer make the session to allow other peole to attend.

Autumn Nature, Craft, Connection 2nd November
2023-11-02 10:00 - 12:00 | Waterside Valley, SWALLOW Community Cafe, Radstock, Radstock, Bath and North East Somerset, England, BA3 3QG

Autumn Nature, Craft, Connection 9th November
2023-11-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Waterside Valley, SWALLOW Community Cafe, Radstock, Radstock, Bath and North East Somerset, England, BA3 3QG

Autumn Nature, Craft, Connection 16th November
2023-11-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Waterside Valley, SWALLOW Community Cafe, Radstock, Radstock, Bath and North East Somerset, England, BA3 3QG

Autumn Nature, Craft, Connection 23rd November
2023-11-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Waterside Valley, SWALLOW Community Cafe, Radstock, Radstock, Bath and North East Somerset, England, BA3 3QG

Winter Wreath Making Workshop - Families
2023-12-02 11:00 - 12:30 | Unit 14, 14 South Road, Midsomer Norton, Bath and North East Somerset, BA3 2EZ, United Kingdom
Build a beautiful winter wreath with Kelly Hall from A Little Sew and Sow. Learn some basic crafting skills and go home with something wonderful to add to your Christmas decorations.
Join us at Unit 14, Midsomer Norton, for a guided workshop that will last 1.5hrs.
This session is suitable for families to attend with the activity designed for children.
All materials and refreshments are included.
Booking is essential due to materials required on the day.

Winter Wreath Making Workshop - Adults
2023-12-02 14:00 - 15:30 | Unit 14, 14 South Road, Midsomer Norton, Bath and North East Somerset, BA3 2EZ, United Kingdom
Build a beautiful winter wreath with Kelly Hall from A Little Sew and Sow. Learn some basic crafting skills and go home with something wonderful to add to your Christmas decorations.
Join us at Unit 14, Midsomer Norton, for a guided workshop that will last 1.5hrs.
This session is suitable for adults to attend.
All materials and refreshments are included.
Booking is essential due to materials required on the day.

LivingWild Foraged Wreath Workshop
2023-12-11 13:00 - 15:30 | Radstock Trinity Hub, The Methodist Centre, The Street, Radstock, BA3 3PL, Radstock, Bath and North East Somerset, BA3 3PL, United Kingdom
LivingWild Foraged Wreath Workshop
Join us for an exciting hands-on experience at the LivingWild Foraged Wreath Workshop! Discover the beauty of nature as we gather together at The Methodist Centre, The Street, Radstock, BA3 3PL. Immerse yourself in the art of creating stunning wreaths using foraged materials. Our expert instructor, Leah, will guide you through the process, learn how to weave a willow hoop before adding your freshly foraged foliage and creating a natural Winter wreath which you can hang on your door with pride.
Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned wreath-maker, this workshop is perfect for everyone. Don’t miss this opportunity to unleash your creativity and connect with nature.
Come and get festive, snacking on mince pies and sipping on mulled wine or warm spiced apple as we go! You will be provided with Willow to make the wreath base and a selection of materials to decorate your wreath as well as foraging for your own additional natural materials, a sustainable approach to the festive season.
Booking is essetial as this session is limited to 8 participants, this is an adults only event.
Please contact the Somer Valley Rediscovered team if you have any questions.

Winter Family Nature Walk
2023-12-19 10:00 - 11:30 | Midsomer Norton Town Park, Midsomer Norton Town Park, BA3 2UH, United Kingdom
A Family Walk which is pram/ buggy/ sling/ carrier friendly and suitable for adventurous little legs, takes you through Midsomer Norton along the appropriate walking paths through the Town Park and up to the cycle path, please note there is one quite steep hill here, which we will climb slowly and carefully. There will be various stops along the way and activities to engage the senses, and a winter search and find activity sheet, all based around the nature. We will go as far as Silver Street Nature Reserve before heading back to the Dragonfly Leisure Centre.
Dragonfly Leisure and South Road Carpark have free parking, plenty of space for prams and toilets with changing facilities. Please bring everything you need for your little ones for the walk, including water and snacks.
The activities are most suited for toddlers and children up to the age of 7 but families with older kids are also very welcome.
This is a completely free event but booking is essential. One ticket required per family, we will email you prior to the event to confirm how many in your group.
Wear a festive hat or jumper if you like!

Winter Family Nature Walk
Tuesday 19th December 2023
Time: 10:00 – 11:30
Walk Leader: Phoebe Webster, Project Officer, Somer Valley Rediscovered
Walk Support: Emma Carlisle, Volunteer Coordinator, Somer Valley Rediscovered
9:45 – Meeting outside the Dragonfly Leisure Centre, Gullock Tyning, Midsomer Norton, BA3 2UH
10:00 – 11:15 – Family nature activity walk 1.8 miles
If you have any questions please email us at somervalleyrediscovered@bathnes.gov.uk

Winter Nature, Craft, Connection
2024-01-04 10:00 - 12:00 | Waterside Valley, SWALLOW Community Cafe, Radstock, Radstock, Bath and North East Somerset, England, BA3 3QG
A free 6-week course for adults of all ages to explore, reignite and deepen connections to the living world and our relationship with it, and benefit from the support, health and wellbeing found in this. A free soup lunch is provided at the end of the session.
The course offers easy practices to engage with nature and to learn more of its plants, animals, and the land around us through natural land skills, crafting / creative activities, mindfulness, sharing inspirations and wandering in nature. The creative practice will include a variety of nature crafts using materials such as willow, charcoal, wool and wood.
You will be guided to be aware of the living world around us, and how it can support us. There will be a chance to check in where we will be able to share and hear from each other.
The course allows for people to explore and experience nature according to their own relationship with it, to learn and enjoy it in ways that naturally suit them best. There is no expectation to engage in these activities, you can see how you feel on the day.
There is a toilet and cafe on the site. We will be walking down Waterside Valley to set up camp chairs by the river and explore the surrounds. When cold we will have a fire to warm us and heat water for hot drinks. If the weather is really wild we’ll use the church rooms for indoor crafting space.
We will meet at the St Nick’s Church Rooms / SWALLOW Community Cafe in Radstock at 10:00am. There will be soup lunch provided after the session ends at 12:00pm.
If you have any questions please contact EcoWild on +44 781 215 5659

Great Big Bird Walk!
2024-01-27 10:30 - 12:30 | Wellow Brook Walk, Wellow Brook Walk, Midsomer Norton, BA3 2SD, United Kingdom
Bird Identification Walk for Beginners
Join us for a fun and educational walk in Wellow Brook Walk, Midsomer Norton. This event is perfect for beginners who want to learn more about birds and wildlife.
Join Steve England on a morning journey of discovery, exploring the wooded cycle path, the Wellow brook and grasslands of Wellow Brook Walk, to see how many brilliant birds we can see, hear and identify. Learn about their behaviour such as why particular birds favour woodlands, grasslands or water, learn how to identify birds by their song, silhouettes and flight patterns, and find out some fun bird facts, where they nest and what they eat.
Bring binoculars, a notepad, camera, and a hot drink in a flask!
No prior knowledge is required, so whether you’re a nature enthusiast, a curious explorer, or simply looking for a unique experience, this event is for you. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with nature and deepen your understanding of birdlife!
Meeting outside the entrance to Wellow Brook Walk on Northmead Road, Midsomer Norton, England, BA3 2SQ, we will be walking along the Wellow brook and onto Norton Radstock Greenway cycle path.
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This will be an easy paced walk on gravel and tarmacked footpaths.

Family Insect Collage Workshop
2024-02-13 13:30 - 15:00 | Radstock Trinity Hub, The Methodist Centre, The Street, Radstock, BA3 3PL, Radstock, Bath and North East Somerset, BA3 3PL, United Kingdom
Are you ready for an adventure combining the marvels of the natural world and art? We invite you to a natural exploration and collage workshop!
Gather for an inspiring collage workshop. Under the guidance of the artist Marian Hill, we will unleash our imaginations and transform our observations of insects into stunning works of art. Using a variety of materials, we’ll create vibrant collages that capture the beauty of the invertebrate world.
This nature collage workshop is perfect for nature enthusiasts, art lovers, and anyone seeking a memorable time filled with creativity and inspiring discoveries. Come and join us!
It’s easy to collage insects from bits of old discarded magazines and photographs; just cut fragments of paper into shapes with scissors and stick them down with glue.
Collage is a simple technique to master and fun for children of any age to try.
Marian Hill studied illustration at Kingston University. As an illustrator, she has seen her work published on book covers and a series of postage stamps.
This workshop is suitable for families, little ones may benefit from a helping hand and must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Please book one ticket per family.
Taking place at Radstock Methodist Centre, Radstock.
Free parking is available in Church Street Car Park, but please bus, walk, or cycle if possible.

Spring Nature, Craft, Connection
2024-02-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Waterside Valley, SWALLOW Community Cafe, Radstock, Radstock, Bath and North East Somerset, England, BA3 3QG
A free 6-week course for adults of all ages to explore, reignite and deepen connections to the living world and our relationship with it, and benefit from the support, health and wellbeing found in this.
The course offers easy practices to engage with nature and to learn more of its plants, animals, and the land around us through natural land skills, crafting / creative activities, mindfulness, sharing inspirations and wandering in nature. The creative practice will include a variety of nature crafts using materials such as willow, charcoal, wool and wood.
You will be guided to be aware of the living world around us, and how it can support us. There will be a chance to check in where we will be able to share and hear from each other.
The course allows for people to explore and experience nature according to their own relationship with it, to learn and enjoy it in ways that naturally suit them best. There is no expectation to engage in these activities, you can see how you feel on the day.
There is a toilet and café on the site. We will be walking down Waterside Valley to set up camp chairs by the river and explore the surrounds. When cold we will have a fire to warm us and heat water for hot drinks. If the weather is really wild we’ll use the church rooms for indoor crafting space.
We will meet at the St Nick’s Church Rooms / SWALLOW Community Café in Radstock at 10:00am.
If you have any questions please contact EcoWild on +44 781 215 5659

Bird Wanders
2024-02-22 13:00 - 15:00 | Waterside Valley, SWALLOW Community Cafe, Radstock, Radstock, Bath and North East Somerset, England, BA3 3QG
A free 6-week course for adults of all ages to learn, explore, and share bird knowledge and benefit from the support, health, and wellbeing found in this.
A 2-hour bird wander in Waterside Valley, sharing what we know and love about the birds that feature in our day-to-day lives.

Birdsong is one of nature’s most beautiful sounds and what better thing to do than pause and listen? These 2-hour bird wanders are about enjoying being in nature and sharing what we know and love about the birds that feature in our day.
We will enjoy the benefits and delight that birds bring us and although we will learn something about their habits, how to tell them apart, and how better to recognise them, you won’t be bombarded with long lists of names or be expected to remember anything. We will instead be spending time in nature enjoying and expanding our relationship with birds, starting, or improving this enjoyment as we delve into the world they inhabit.
We will meet at the St Nick’s Church Rooms / SWALLOW Community Café in Radstock at 13:00 pm.
From 13:00 -15:00, we will be gently exploring Waterside Valley, Westfield, spotting and identifying birds together.
We will then finish the walk back at Swallows Community Cafe, Radstock.

Course Dates:

Thursday 22nd February
Thursday 29th February
Thursday 7th March
Thursday 14th March
Thursday 21st March
Thursday 28th March

If you have any questions call Phoebe on 07974045173, or email us at somervalleyrediscovered@bathnes.gov.uk
