Cook and Camp – Overnight Bushcraft Experience
Share an overnight bushcraft adventure in our private woodland on the Llanforda Estate.
A shared overnight woodland experience focused on simple living, practical skills, and time outdoors.
Cook and Camp is about slowing down, learning together, and enjoying the rhythm of an evening and morning in the woods.
What Happens
We meet in the afternoon and walk into the woodland together. After setting up camp, the group prepares and cooks an evening meal over the fire.
As the evening settles, instructors guide fire management, camp routines, and nighttime considerations.
The morning includes breakfast, packing down camp, and a final session before heading home.
Across the afternoon and evening you’ll:
Learn safe tool use and carve simple items for camp
Set up tarps for your overnight shelter
Gather and prepare fuel for the fire
Light and tend a controlled campfire
Prepare and cook a hearty evening meal over the flames
Enjoy a calm evening around the fire before turning in for the night
You’ll sleep under tarps in the woodland, with instructors close by. In the morning we light the fire again for breakfast, then learn how to leave the camp area tidy and pack down before walking back out mid-morning.
Sessions may occasionally vary to make the most of woodland conditions.
Prices
Family session (ages 8+)
• 1 adult + 1 child (same shelter): £179
• Additional adult (sharing shelter): £79
• Additional child (sharing shelter): £29
Adults session (18+)
• 1 adult (solo shelter): £149
• Additional adult (sharing shelter): £119
Course time:
2:00pm (Day 1) – 10:30am (Day 2), overnight
What’s Included
Tuition and guidance from experienced instructors
All tools, equipment, and materials
Hot drinks, water, and snacks
Hearty evening meal + breakfast ingredients
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.
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
Across the experience, you’ll gain confidence in:
Setting up a safe, comfortable woodland camp
Cooking simple meals over an open fire
Managing warmth, light, and shelter overnight
Understanding camp routines and group safety in a woodland setting
Who It’s For
Family Sessions
For children aged 8+ with their parent(s)/carer(s).
A shared overnight experience where families cook, camp, and learn skills together.
Younger siblings may attend with their family – sessions are always managed safely and supportively.
Adults Sessions
For participants aged 18+.
A focused overnight bushcraft experience with more time to practise shelter building, fire lighting, and outdoor cooking in a calm, woodland setting.
What We Provide
All camping and cooking equipment on site (including tarps, lines, and fire tools)
Group shelters and campfire setups
Hearty evening meal and breakfast items
Hot drinks (tea, coffee, hot chocolate) and water
Qualified, experienced bushcraft instructors
Risk-assessed session with safety briefings
What You Need to Bring
Roll mat and sleeping bag
Suitable outdoor clothing and spare warm layers
Waterproofs if rain is forecast
Sturdy footwear
Reusable water bottle
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. The experience is designed for all levels, with instructors supporting participants throughout.
What do we sleep in?
You’ll sleep under tarps in simple woodland shelters, with instructors nearby and support to stay warm and comfortable.
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 we wear and bring?
Please wear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy footwear suitable for uneven ground. We recommend layers, waterproofs, and clothing that can get a little muddy.
A complete kit list will be provided ahead of the session.
How do you manage safety overnight?
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.
Instructors remain on site and maintain clear routines and boundaries throughout the experience.
Who leads the sessions?
Sessions are led by qualified bushcraft instructors with experience working outdoors. Instructor-to-participant ratios are kept appropriate to ensure a safe and supportive environment.
Are there facilities?
Yes. There is a basic hand-washing station and toilet facilities at the woodland site.
Booking two or more shelters?
If you’re booking two or more shelters, we can arrange a private overnight camp. Flexible dates available – get in touch.