Easter Bushcraft Club
Four full days of woodland adventure for ages 8–16
Tuesday 7th – Friday 10th April 2026
9:00am – 5:30pm each day
A four-day woodland club designed to keep young people active, engaged, and learning during the Easter holidays.
Sessions balance practical skills, creative challenges, and time outdoors.
What Happens
Each day begins with a group welcome and overview before moving into structured activities.
Sessions are hands-on and varied, allowing participants to experience a range of woodland skills.
The week ends with a sense of progression and shared achievement.
Each day has a clear theme:
Tuesday – Woodland Explorers
Explore the woods through challenges and games
Identify trees and plants
Build natural and tarp shelters
Practise simple camp knots
Wednesday – Fire & Feast
Learn what makes a fire burn (heat, fuel, oxygen)
Try flint and steel fire-lighting
Explore safe fire lays
Cook simple campfire snacks and drinks
Thursday – Tools & Craft
Practise safe knife techniques
Whittle simple projects from natural materials
Create cordage, pegs, or paracord crafts to take home
Friday – Mini Survival Challenge
Work together to build a team camp
Gather and prepare fuel
Light and tend a fire
Cook a shared meal outdoors
Complete bushcraft challenges + marshmallow celebration
Sessions may occasionally vary to make the most of woodland conditions.
£55 per day / £195 full 4 days
What’s Included
Tuition and guidance from experienced instructors
All tools, equipment and materials
Lunch, snacks + drinks
Private woodland site access
Risk-assessed session with safety briefings
Early booking is recommended. Spaces are limited.
Why Woodland Roots?
Experienced, DBS-checked, outdoor first aid–trained instructors
Calm, confidence-building approach
Private woodland on the Llanforda Estate
All equipment + materials provided
Small group ratios allow personal guidance
One tree planted for every participant through Ecologi
Meaningful time outdoors supports wellbeing
What Young People Will Gain
Participants leave with:
Increased confidence outdoors
Experience using tools and fire safely
Stronger teamwork and social skills
Positive memories built through shared activity
Who It’s For
Young people aged 8–16, from first-time explorers to confident young adventurers.
Sessions are adapted to suit different ages and experience levels.
What to Bring
A complete kit list will be emailed around 4 weeks before the session begins, so you’ll have plenty of time to prepare.
As a guide, your young person will need:
Sturdy, closed-toe footwear
Warm layers, even in summer
Waterproof jacket and trousers if rain is forecast
Reusable water bottle
All tools and materials are provided. We provide lunch, snacks, and drinks each day.
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
What ages is the Easter Bushcraft Club for?
Suitable for young people aged 8–16.
Do participants need prior experience?
No previous experience is required. Sessions are supportive and guided, with activities introduced progressively.
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 participants 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 across the week?
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 with young people. Instructor-to-participant ratios are kept appropriate to ensure a safe and supportive environment.
Do young people need to bring food?
No. We provide snacks and lunch each day. Please let us know about any dietary requirements in advance.
What facilities are available?
A basic hand-washing station and toilet facilities are available at the woodland site.