Wild Walk Bushcraft

27/08/2026

After months of research, stone working, grinding, polishing, hafting and testing, I’ve finally completed my experimental archaeology project for my Experimental Archaeology and Material Culture Diploma at UCD.

The project explored how different stone types — porcellanite, Portrush hornfels, dolerite and basalt — perform as Neolithic-style polished axe heads. I made and tested each axe to investigate differences in manufacture, cutting performance, edge durability, haft damage and use-wear.

It has been a challenging but hugely rewarding project, combining my passion for prehistoric technology, experimental archaeology and traditional skills.

A big thank you to everyone who supported and encouraged me throughout the process.

Now… time to submit it! 🪓🔥🌿

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23/08/2026

Come and join us for an incredible experience with Hawk Walks Falconry Experiences N.I

BRONZE AGE FALCONRY HUNT & WILD COOKING EXPERIENCE

Step back over 3,000 years and experience a day of hunting, fire and wild cooking inspired by the Bronze Age.
Join David from Hawk Walks Falconry Experiences N.I. and Paul from Wild Walk Bushcraft for a truly unforgettable experience combining ancient hunting traditions, primitive skills and campfire cooking.

Your journey begins with David, who will introduce you to one of humanity’s oldest hunting traditions. 🦅
Meet the magnificent Harris hawk, discover the fascinating history of falconry and learn how humans and birds of prey have worked together for thousands of years—before taking part in an active hunt!

🔥 After the hunt, travel to the hidden village to meet Paul from Wild Walk Bushcraft. Here, you’ll discover how ancient Stone Age tools were made and used for skinning and butchery.

You’ll also have the opportunity to assist with:
🪨 Using traditional stone
🔥 Lighting a fire using primitive methods — no fire lighters and no metal required!
🐇 Preparing the quarry for cooking using ancient techniques
🥘 Cooking over an open fire

As the day draws to a close, relax around the campfire at this unique location overlooking the Causeway Coastal Route and the Irish Sea. 🌊

Enjoy a hearty bowl of rabbit stew, served with traditional Emmer wheat bread, and for those who wish… a small nip of something special! 🥃

This is the only experience of its kind in the UK or Ireland.
Date: 7th September 2026
Time: 11am–3pm
Where: Galbolly "The Hidden village" Causeway Coastal Route
Ages: 13+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a participating adult)
Cost: £130 per person

⚠️ Places are limited and this is a truly unique, one-off experience. If you’ve ever wanted to experience ancient hunting, primitive skills and wild cooking in one unforgettable day, this is your chance!

🔥 Book now before places are gone!
over fire

23/08/2026

BRONZE AGE FALCONRY HUNT & WILD COOKING EXPERIENCE

Step back over 3,000 years and experience a day of hunting, fire and wild cooking inspired by the Bronze Age.
Join David from Hawk Walks Falconry Experiences N.I. and Paul from Wild Walk Bushcraft for a truly unforgettable experience combining ancient hunting traditions, primitive skills and campfire cooking.

Your journey begins with David, who will introduce you to one of humanity’s oldest hunting traditions. 🦅
Meet the magnificent Harris hawk, discover the fascinating history of falconry and learn how humans and birds of prey have worked together for thousands of years—before taking part in an active hunt!

🔥 After the hunt, travel to the hidden village to meet Paul from Wild Walk Bushcraft. Here, you’ll discover how ancient Stone Age tools were made and used for skinning and butchery.

You’ll also have the opportunity to assist with:
🪨 Using traditional stone
🔥 Lighting a fire using primitive methods — no fire lighters and no metal required!
🐇 Preparing the quarry for cooking using ancient techniques
🥘 Cooking over an open fire

As the day draws to a close, relax around the campfire at this unique location overlooking the Causeway Coastal Route and the Irish Sea. 🌊

Enjoy a hearty bowl of rabbit stew, served with traditional Emmer wheat bread, and for those who wish… a small nip of something special! 🥃

This is the only experience of its kind in the UK or Ireland.
Date: 7th September 2026
Time: 11am–3pm
Where: Galbolly "The Hidden village" Causeway Coastal Route
Ages: 13+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a participating adult)
Cost: £130 per person

⚠️ Places are limited and this is a truly unique, one-off experience. If you’ve ever wanted to experience ancient hunting, primitive skills and wild cooking in one unforgettable day, this is your chance!

🔥 Book now before places are gone!
over fire

12/08/2026

Polished Hand axes from hornfel a hard fine grained metamorphic rock. This was formed when dolerite magma baked mudstone and shale. These axes will be hafted and used to take down an oak tree and split it down as an experiment of the usability of axes made from this stone.

08/08/2026

07/08/2026

Over the last few weeks Wild Walk has gained a lot more followers!

I just want to thank you all for your support and hope to meet you on one of our course workshops experiences or demonstrations!

Tomorrow Sat 8th August at 11am I will be at the court yard at Carrickfergus council offices demonstrating flint knapping and prehistoric technologies.

Please call in and say hello and spend a while! I welcome everyone and I do like a good chat!

07/08/2026

🌿 Parents Go Primitive – Make Memories That Matter! 🔥

Looking for something different to do with your child this summer? Step away from the screens and into the wild with our Parents Go Primitive experience at Wild Walk Bushcraft.

Spend quality time together learning the skills our ancestors relied on for thousands of years. You’ll discover how to make fire without matches, use traditional tools, build shelters, forage for wild foods, and connect with nature in a fun, hands-on environment.

No previous experience is needed—just a sense of adventure! Whether you’re introducing your child to the outdoors for the first time or sharing a love of nature, this is an unforgettable experience you’ll both remember.

Details:

When : Monday 17th August
Time: 12-4pm
Where: Wild Walk woodland
Cost: £75 per adult and child team.
Booking link: https://wild-walk.co.uk/course/parents-go-primitive/

Places are limited to keep the experience personal, so early booking is recommended.

Come and discover what life was like before modern technology—and create lasting memories together around the campfire.

📍 Book your place today and join us for a truly wild family adventure!

At Wild Walk Bushcraft, we create unforgettable outdoor experiences for families who want their kids to explore, learn, and grow in nature. This isn’t just a day out, it’s a chance for children to build confidence, develop new skills, and discover just how capable they really are.

06/08/2026

🚨 LAST CHANCE – ONLY 1 PLACE LEFT! 🚨

Don’t miss your opportunity to learn one of the world’s oldest and most rewarding skills!

Flint Knapping Workshop
🗓 Sunday 9th August
⏰ 11:00am – 5:00pm
📍 Wild Walk Bushcraft Workshop, Antrim
💷 £95

Imagine taking a piece of raw flint and transforming it into a razor-sharp Stone Age knife or arrowhead using techniques that our ancestors mastered thousands of years ago.

On this immersive, hands-on workshop you’ll:
🪨 Learn the ancient art of flint knapping.
🪓 Create your own prehistoric stone tools to take home.
🏹 Discover how people in the Palaeolithic, Mesolithic and Neolithic periods survived using stone technology.
👨‍🏫 Receive expert tuition in a small, friendly group with plenty of individual guidance.

This is more than a workshop—it’s a chance to connect with our prehistoric past, develop a rare heritage craft, and experience a skill that few people ever get the opportunity to learn.

⚠️ Only ONE place remains. Once it’s booked, that’s it!

Secure your place now before someone else does:
🌿 https://wild-walk.co.uk/course/flint-obsidian-knapping-workshop/

30/07/2026

Parents go primitive, bushcraft for the family enjoyed with the family! Working together as a unit each family group explores and learns the skills of food fire water and shelter in the outdoors using nature based skills and minimal modern equipment. Instead of watching the outdoor boys why not become your own outdoor family! Join us on our next parents go primitive bushcraft experience! https://wild-walk.co.uk/course/parents-go-primitive/