Natural Academy

30/09/2026

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29/09/2026

We have a place available on introductory eco-psychology training in October this weekend! What's special about the professional training with Natural Academy is that it teaches high level group facilitation skills which equip leaders to support long lasting emotional and psychological change for participants in a nature based setting! As a graduate of the advanced diploma in eco psychology and nature based practice I will be supporting the delivery of this training at a beautiful off grid site in the forest of bowland. Comment or pm for more details.

21/09/2026

This will be a wonderful programme to go to in Exeter

Are you seeking connection with nature and community in the heart the city?

Maybe you are feeling isolated, low in mood, overwhelmed or perhaps you simply want to foster a sense of connection and belonging with others and wider nature.

We welcome you to join City Roots Ecotherapy series of NatureWell workshops in the accessible urban wilds of Exeter's green spaces.

These workshops have been intentionally set at low cost to offer an inclusive experience for participants to slow down in nature through gentle activities, including sensory exploration, creative expression, reflection, and conversation.

Our sessions offer a welcoming and supportive space for adults to spend time in nature supporting wellbeing, belonging, and community connection in accessible urban spaces.

Spaces limited - too find out more/book email:
[email protected]

See flyer for details.

Hot drinks following the session have been generously subsidised by the wonderful The Owl and Pussycat coffee house Exeter at Exeter Library

City Roots Ecotherapy is a collaborative partnership between Ellen Twist - Family & Systemic Psychotherapist (Healing Futures Psychotherapy), & NatureWell Facilitator, and Emma Parker - Ecotherapist (Deeper Nature Devon).

NatureWell is an evidence based Nature, Health and Wellbeing programme developed by Natural Academy

And watch this space as more sessions to come!
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13/09/2026

Back in Scotland for our North immersion, on this amazing island journey that the Advanced Pathway is.

12/09/2026

We are meeting soon as we develop Gam Green Centre as a community engaged space for people and nature.

Join us at Ham Green for a shared meal, folk music, land mapping activities, and conversation as we begin building community together.

11/09/2026

Join us this On Wednesday 16th of September for our 6 session NatureWell programme at Ham Green Centre near Pill.
Take some time to slow down, breathe, reconnect and discover how nature can support your health and wellbeing.
Our NatureWell course offers a gentle, practical way to experience the benefits of spending meaningful time in nature. Across the course we explore simple practices that can help with:
reducing stress and anxiety
improving wellbeing and resilience
building a deeper connection with nature
developing confidence, belonging and self-care
finding simple practices you can continue in everyday life
The course takes place at our beautiful Ham Green Outdoor CentreCentre, a six-acre nature, health and wellbeing space near Bristol, created for people and nature to flourish together.
You don’t need any previous experience, just a willingness to spend some time outdoors and explore what nature might offer you.
Our September course is now open for bookings.
Places are limited, so if you’ve been thinking about doing something for yourself this autumn, come along, email us on [email protected]

30/08/2026

Back on the wilder lands of Wales for our second Natural Academy 10 Day quest of the year, as part of the Advanced Pathway

Why do we go on Quest?

Sometimes we need to step away from the noise of everyday life, not to escape it, but to listen more deeply.

Quest gives us time in nature to slow down, simplify and notice what is happening within us and around us.

Away from our usual roles and routines, different questions can emerge.

What matters now?
What am I being asked to let go of?
What wants to grow?
What kind of life am I being called towards?

We share round the fire, immerse on the land, walk, sit, listen, sleep close to the Earth and maybe allow ourselves to be changed by the encounter.

We don’t always return with answers. Sometimes we return with a clearer question, a new direction, or simply a deeper sense of ourselves and our place in the living world.

Quest is not about escaping life. It is about returning to it more fully. Coming into an ever deeper relatedness to life and our own Natural Self

28/08/2026

Walking into the shadow moon.

Sun, Earth and Moon
held in one,
a communion of light and shadow.

For a moment,
three celestial beings move in dance
and something in me moves with them. Mystery and essence, the great story.

Moon time.
Earth shadow
Sun shine

26/08/2026

Free Seasonal NatureWell Sessions at Ham Green Centre

Join us this autumn for gentle, welcoming mornings in nature at Ham Green Outdoor Centre, Pill.

Our Seasonal NatureWell sessions offer time to slow down, reconnect and support your health and wellbeing in our beautiful lakeside setting.

Wednesday 9 September
Wednesday 4 November
10.00am–12.30pm
FREE to attend

During the morning you can expect gentle time outdoors, simple grounding and nature connection practices, space for reflection and rest, and a warm, inclusive atmosphere.

NatureWell can be particularly supportive if you are experiencing stress, anxiety, low mood, fatigue, overwhelm, isolation or a period of change. But you don’t need to be “unwell” to come along. Curiosity and a wish to spend some restorative time in nature are enough.

Ham Green Outdoor Centre
Chapel Pill Lane, Pill, BS20 0HH

There is free parking, bus access and the centre is on the cycle route between Portishead and Bristol.

Booking is essential
[email protected]
www.hamgreenoutdoorcentre.com

Come and spend a morning relaxing, resting and joining in.

24/08/2026

Great to hear our student’s experience