Bushcraft Half-Day Course

Learn practical outdoor skills in our private woodland on the Llanforda Estate.

A relaxed introduction to bushcraft skills, designed to build confidence through hands-on learning in a calm woodland setting.

Ideal for beginners or those wanting a focused outdoor skills session without committing to a full day.

What Happens

The session starts with a welcome and safety briefing, followed by guided shelter and fire-lighting activities.

Skills are introduced step-by-step, with instructors demonstrating techniques before supporting participants as they practise.

The pace remains unhurried, allowing time to learn, ask questions, and enjoy the woodland environment.

You’ll:

Learn safe knife handling
Carve and shape wooden tent pegs
Pitch a simple tarp shelter with your carved pegs
Create feather sticks for fire preparation
Master fire lighting with a firesteel
Tend and control a small campfire
Boil water + toast marshmallows

This structured flow builds confidence gradually – each skill prepares you for the next.

Sessions may occasionally vary to make the most of woodland conditions.

£49 per person

What’s Included

Tuition and guidance from experienced instructors
All tools, equipment, and materials
Hot drinks, water, and snacks
Access to our private woodland site
Risk-assessed session with safety briefings

Small group sizes ensure personal guidance and hands-on time. Advance booking is essential - spaces are limited.

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Why Woodland Roots?

Experienced, DBS-checked, outdoor first aid–trained instructors
Calm, confidence-building approach
All equipment + materials provided
Peaceful private woodland on the Llanforda Estate
One tree planted for every participant through Ecologi
Meaningful time outdoors supports wellbeing

What You’ll Learn

During the session, you will:

Understand safe knife and tool handling
Build a simple shelter using basic knots
Light and manage a small fire using natural materials
Apply the principles of safe, responsible bushcraft practice

What to Bring

Sturdy footwear
Warm layers
Waterproofs if rain is forecast
Reusable water bottle
Sense of curiosity and adventure

A full kit list will be emailed around 4 weeks before the session.

Location

The course takes place in our private woodland on the Llanforda Estate, Oswestry. The woodland is a short walk from the car park along an established track.

Full details — including directions to the car park, access information, and arrival guidance — are emailed to bookers around 4 weeks before the session.

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FAQs

Is this suitable for beginners?
Yes. This course is designed as an introduction to bushcraft skills.

Do sessions run in all weather?
Sessions run in most weather conditions, as being outdoors is part of the experience. In the event of extreme weather where safety would be compromised, we’ll contact you in advance to discuss options.

What should I wear?
Please wear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy footwear suitable for uneven ground. We recommend layers, waterproofs, and clothing that can get a little muddy.

How do you manage safety?
Safety is central to everything we do. All sessions are risk assessed, led by experienced instructors, and delivered with clear boundaries and guidance. Activities are adapted to suit the group, conditions, and environment.

Who leads the sessions?
Sessions are led by qualified bushcraft instructors with experience working in the outdoors. Instructor-to-participant ratios are kept appropriate to ensure a safe and supportive environment.

Is food included?
Food may be prepared as part of the session depending on the course focus, but participants should bring any personal snacks or drinks.

What facilities are available?
A basic hand-washing station and toilet facilities are available at the woodland site.

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