Abberton Rural Training

Abberton Rural Training The courses have a particular focus on rural skills.

ART-Abberton Rural Training is an educational charity providing practical and skills training alongside therapeutic support and mentoring to the residents of Essex and surrounding areas. ART is an educational charity providing practical and skills training alongside therapeutic support and mentoring to the residents of Essex and surrounding areas. The courses have a particular focus on rural skills, including countryside and environment, Horticulture and basic Carpentry

More stunning views on today's Wellbeing walk in Wormingford, along the Stour Valley Path 🌳✨⛅ towards Bures...👀🕵🏼‍♀️Kee...
06/10/2026

More stunning views on today's Wellbeing walk in Wormingford, along the Stour Valley Path 🌳✨⛅ towards Bures...

👀🕵🏼‍♀️Keep your eyes peeled if you're out walking the same paths....We placed a few little painted kindness rocks💜 along the trail If you find one, I hope it makes you smile 😊
Feel free to keep it if it brightened your day🌈, or re-hide it for someone else to discover.

Let us know if you spot one! 🎨🪨✨

Wormingford is still blooming! 🌿🌺🏵️🌼🌿💖As you can see the site is looking wonderful as we head into Autumn 🍂🌺🌼 our hardw...
29/09/2026

Wormingford is still blooming! 🌿🌺🏵️🌼🌿💖

As you can see the site is looking wonderful as we head into Autumn 🍂🌺🌼 our hardworking volunteers have been busy tending to the plants today🪏👩🏻‍🌾👨🏼‍🌾

🌿As part of our wellbeing day, Together Tuesday, participants headed off for anotherafternoon walk around the beautiful Wormingford countryside🌿😌

To join us next week please email [email protected] to register.

⭐ Free jacket 🍲 🥔 lunch available for all participants joining us.

🌿A few pictures from this week's wellbeing day "Together Tuesday"🌿Our morning Mindful Yoga 🪷🧘🏽‍♂️🧘🏼‍♀️was held outdoors ...
24/09/2026

🌿A few pictures from this week's wellbeing day "Together Tuesday"🌿

Our morning Mindful Yoga 🪷🧘🏽‍♂️🧘🏼‍♀️was held outdoors this week, making the most of the last of the summer sunshine🌞 and the beautiful peaceful surroundings of our site here at
🌿🦋🐦✨💜

🌿On our afternoon wellbeing walk we were joined by one of our trustees Anthony Stamp who shared his wealth of local knowledge as we walked across the Stour Valley 🌿🌳🌳

⭐If you would like to find out more and join us on a Tuesday please email 📨 [email protected]


Activities:
Watercolour class 🎨👨🏽‍🎨🖌️
Mindfulness/ Holistic therapies tbc 🪷🌿 ( new term 2/11)
Wellbeing walks🚶🏽‍♂️🚶🏼‍♀️🌳🌳

✨Here are this week's beautiful art therapy projects created by participants at Next Chapter Our tutor Michelle holds w...
22/09/2026

✨Here are this week's beautiful art therapy projects created by participants at Next Chapter

Our tutor Michelle holds weekly art and crafts sessions for a creative outlet for those using next chapters services

Next chapter provide free and confidential services to support women who are currently experiencing, or have previously experienced domestic abuse 💜💜

🌻 We were deeply honoured to support the moving commemoration service at the Colchester War Memorial, marking the anniv...
17/09/2026

🌻 We were deeply honoured to support the moving commemoration service at the Colchester War Memorial, marking the anniversary of the Battle of Arnhem (Operation Market Garden) this morning.

Abberton Rural Training were proud to once again supply the bright sunflowers laid by local school and college pupils and cadets. This beautiful tribute mirrors the long-standing Dutch tradition where 'Flower Children' lay flowers on the graves at the Oosterbeek War Cemetery in the Netherlands, honouring the deep bond between Colchester and the Municipality of Renkum.

Supporting our local community, military veterans, and wounded and injured service personnel through nature, horticulture, and wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at Abberton Rural Training. Being able to supply these beautiful sunflowers for such a poignant act of remembrance for another year is such an honour.

A massive thank you to everyone involved in organising today’s tribute, including Colchester City Council, 16 Air Assault Brigade Combat Team, and all the young people who took part 🌻

😌Unwind, Create & Connect: Join Our Tuesday Art & Watercolour Group in Wormingford! 🧑🏾‍🎨👨🏽‍🎨🎨✨⭐Free to all⭐Our Tuesday m...
17/09/2026

😌Unwind, Create & Connect: Join Our Tuesday Art & Watercolour Group in Wormingford! 🧑🏾‍🎨👨🏽‍🎨🎨✨

⭐Free to all⭐

Our Tuesday morning art group is off to a wonderful start, and there’s still plenty of space at the table for you!
Looking for a peaceful, creative way to spend your Tuesday mornings? Come and join our welcoming community set against the backdrop of the stunning, picturesque views at our Wormingford site🌿🌳🦋

Whether you're picking up a paintbrush for the very first time or you're looking for a friendly space to continue your artistic journey 🖌️🎨🖼️this group is all about relaxation, good company, and enjoying the process—no experience needed!

Group Details
🗓 When: Every Tuesday morning
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Midday)
📍 Where: Our stunning site in Wormingford, CO6 3AZ
👥 Who: Suitable for absolute beginners, hobbyists, and anyone who wants a gentle, creative outlet.

Meet Your Guide, Peter 👨🏻‍🎨🖌️
You’ll be in the wonderful, patient, and kind hands of our expert artist, Peter. He is fantastic at guiding beginners at their own pace, offering gentle tips, and ensuring everyone feels right at home—no pressure, just pure enjoyment!

What to Expect:
🌿 Inspiring Views: Soak in the beautiful scenery on our stunning site as you paint.
☕ Great Company: A laid-back, friendly group with plenty of time for a nice chat and a cuppa.
🎨 Watercolour & More: Explore the relaxing art of watercolours in a warm, supportive environment.

It’s never too late to jump in and try something new! Come along to share your love of art or simply enjoy a lovely, relaxed morning surrounded by nature and friendly faces.

⭐Want to come along or have questions?
📩Send us a direct message here on Facebook or get in touch at [email protected]

We can't wait to welcome you!☺️

A few pictures from this week's Wellbeing walk 🌿🌳🌻☺️⭐If you would like to join us next Tuesday afternoon please email ...
16/09/2026

A few pictures from this week's Wellbeing walk 🌿🌳🌻☺️

⭐If you would like to join us next Tuesday afternoon please email [email protected] to register

🌿Walks leave from The Old St Andrews Primary school Wormingford , CO6 3AZ at 1.30pm and last approximately 1hr🚶🏼‍♀️🚶🏾‍♂️

Participants are welcome to join us for a hot jacket potato lunch beforehand 🍲🥔( 12.30pm) kindly provided by Fairfields Farm

✨It's the first day of our new wellbeing day today 🤩🧘🏼‍♀️🪷🧘🏻‍♂️Yoga is fully subscribed and our art 🎨 class is busy☔Our...
08/09/2026

✨It's the first day of our new wellbeing day today 🤩

🧘🏼‍♀️🪷🧘🏻‍♂️Yoga is fully subscribed and our art 🎨 class is busy

☔Our wellbeing walks are going ahead 🚶🏼‍♀️we don't mind a little (hopefully 😬) bit of rain! 🌧️🌈


Do you feel isolated, would you like to be part of a supportive community, make new friends, improve social skills or im...
03/09/2026

Do you feel isolated, would you like to be part of a supportive community, make new friends, improve social skills or improve your mental or physical well-being? 🤗💜

✨Come along to our new FREE Wellbeing session✨

⭐"Together Tuesdays"⭐
🗓️From Tuesday 8th September

Activities include...
✨🧘🏽‍♀️Reset, Reconnect & Recharge: FREE 7-Week Wellbeing Yoga Journey 🧘✨
⏰10.30pm- midday

Ready to slow down, build strength, and find a little more calm in your week? Over 7 weeks, you'll learn full yogic breathing, posture techniques to build physical strength, and simple, everyday mindfulness tools, (including a mindful chocolate eating exercise)!🍫😋

We’ll dive into stress management, 😌 nervous system regulation, and positive mindset habits so you leave with a complete toolkit to manage daily stress........................................................
🎨Unwind, Create & Connect: Art & Watercolour Group in Wormingford! 🖌️ ⏰10am-midday
Looking for a peaceful, creative way to spend your Tuesday mornings?😌
Come and join our welcoming art group set against the backdrop of the stunning, picturesque views at our Wormingford site!🌳🌾🦋

✨ You’ll be in the wonderful, patient, and kind hands of our expert artist, Peter 👨🏼‍🎨
He is fantastic at guiding beginners at their own pace, offering gentle tips, making sure everyone feels right at home—no pressure, just pure enjoyment!

💜This group is all about relaxation, good company, and enjoying the process
👥​Who: Suitable for absolute beginners, hobbyists, and anyone who wants a gentle, creative outlet. ......................................................
🌿 🌿 Gentle Wellbeing Walks & Free Jacket Potato Lunches! 🥔🍴🚶‍♂️
Looking to get outside, enjoy some fresh air, and connect with friendly local faces? 😊 We’d love to invite you to join us for our Tuesday afternoon wellbeing walks!🌳🌳💜

Whether you want to join us for a spot of lunch beforehand or just pop along for the walk itself, here is how you can get involved:
⭐The Schedule⭐

⏰12:30 PM – Jacket Potato Lunch: Come along early for a warm jacket potato lunch, kindly provided by Fairfields Farm, before we head out.

⏰1:30 PM – Wellbeing Walk: We will set off from Abberton Rural Training (ART) for a gentle, slow-paced walk around the area.
(Note: This is a relaxed stroll, not a hike or a trek—perfect for an easy hour out in the fresh air!)
⭐Duration:⭐ Around 1 hour at a very comfortable, accessible pace

Participants of any of our activities on "Together Tuesday" are also free to access and tend our allotments and polytunnel 🌱

💚All participants are welcome to join us for a Free Jacket Potato Lunch🍽️🥔

​💬 Want to come along or have questions?
Send us a direct message here on Facebook or get in touch at
📧[email protected]

📍The old st Andrews Primary school, Church Rd, Wormingford, CO6 3AZ.

✨🧘🏽‍♀️Reset, Reconnect & Recharge: FREE 7-Week Wellbeing Yoga Journey 🧘✨Ready to slow down, build strength, and find a l...
26/08/2026

✨🧘🏽‍♀️Reset, Reconnect & Recharge: FREE 7-Week Wellbeing Yoga Journey 🧘✨

Ready to slow down, build strength, and find a little more calm in your week? As part of our new Wellbeing programme, join us every Tuesday starting 8th September for a 7-week journey to ground your mind and body!

What to expect:
Over 7 weeks, you'll learn full yogic breathing, posture techniques to build physical strength, and simple, everyday mindfulness tools (including a mindful chocolate eating exercise! 🍫)
We’ll dive into stress management 😌, nervous system regulation, and positive mindset habits so you leave with a complete toolkit to manage daily stress.

Meet Your Instructor 🧘🏽‍♀️-
"Yoga has always been more than just movement for me—it’s about creating space to breathe, slow down, and feel stronger both physically and mentally. Seeing people thrive is the absolute best part of what I do. I can’t wait to guide you on this journey to reset, reconnect, and leave feeling your absolute best!" - Mine Hilme

Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to refresh your practice, this free, fully funded programme is designed to help you thrive. 💜

📍 Where: ART, The Old St Andrew's Primary School, Wormingford, CO6 3AZ

📅 When: Tuesdays, starting 8th Sept. 10.30am - midday

🎟️ Please email [email protected] to register

Address

Church Road, Wormingford
Colchester
CO63AZ

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+441245975777

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