Muddy Faces

02/10/2026

Benefits of Forest School

Healthier bodies. Healthier minds. Healthier environments. Healthier futures. Healthier communities.

Forest School supports children to be happy, healthy and thriving through regular opportunities for child-led outdoor play, learning and connection with nature.

Explore some of the many benefits of Forest School:
https://muddyfaces.co.uk/outdoor-hub/forest-school/benefits

01/10/2026

Forest School Principle 4

Forest School offers learners the opportunity to take supported risks appropriate to the environment and to themselves.

To celebrate Forest School Day on 9 October, get a printed copy of our Forest School Principles flyer free with every order this month.

You can also download a free PDF version from the Outdoor Hub:
https://muddyfaces.co.uk/outdoor-hub/forest-school/forest-school-principles

29/09/2026

Getting ready for Forest School?

Whether you're starting a new project, refreshing your kit or looking for practical advice, these resources can help.

Forest School kit lists
Outdoor experts and Forest School settings have shared their kit lists and must-have recommendations to help inspire new and established projects alike.
https://muddyfaces.co.uk/outdoor-hub/forest-school/forest-school-kit-lists

Forest School tools
Explore guidance on tools, tool use, woodworking and practical outdoor skills, with supporting resources from experienced practitioners.
https://muddyfaces.co.uk/outdoor-hub/forest-school/tools

28/09/2026

🌟 FREE CPD in BRISTOL🌟 Learning through Landscapes

The Local Schools Nature Grant project is offering high-quality, fully-funded, in-person CPD training, open to school and nursery staff from across Great Britain.

📅 Bristol - Thursday 15 October

Find out more here:

The Local Schools Nature Grant project is offering high-quality, fully-funded, in-person CPD training across five venues this summer, open to school and…

28/09/2026

Forest School Principle 3

Forest School aims to promote the holistic development of all those involved, fostering resilient, confident, independent and creative learners.

To celebrate Forest School Day on 9 October, get a printed copy of our Forest School Principles flyer free with every order this month.

You can also download a free PDF version from the Outdoor Hub:
https://muddyfaces.co.uk/outdoor-hub/forest-school/forest-school-principles

25/09/2026

🌰 Conkers often capture children's interest in Forest School sessions at this time of year.

Our Conker Clamp range makes it easier and safer to drill, thread and create with conkers, supporting everything from simple conker creatures to more ambitious woodland creations.

Explore the range:

Wooden Conker Clamp: https://muddyfaces.co.uk/shop/products/wooden-conker-clamp-tool

Mushroom Conker Clamp: https://muddyfaces.co.uk/shop/products/mushroom-conker-clamp-tool

Conker Drilling Set: https://muddyfaces.co.uk/shop/products/conker-drilling-set

Looking for ideas and inspiration too?

Conker Inspirations: https://muddyfaces.co.uk/activities/inspirations/conker-activities-autumn-forest-school

24/09/2026

At the conference this weekend come and visit the hoarder’s corner at MuddyFaces’ area to find deals on rejects, damaged stock and discontinued items

What are you

24/09/2026

Forest School Principle 2

Forest School takes place in a woodland or natural wooded environment to support the development of a relationship between the learner and the natural world.

To celebrate Forest School Day on 9 October, get a printed copy of our Forest School Principles flyer free with every order this month.

You can also download a free PDF version from the Outdoor Hub:
https://muddyfaces.co.uk/outdoor-hub/forest-school/forest-school-principles

22/09/2026

FREE Forest School magazine

As we head towards Forest School Day on 9 October, we're sharing our free online magazine: The Outdoor Practitioner – Forest School Focus.

Full of articles, reflections, ideas and activities to support you to work, learn and play outdoors, with contributions from real-life outdoor practitioners.

Featuring Forest School principles, nature connection, practical skills, case studies and seasonal inspiration.

Read online or download free: https://muddyfaces.co.uk/outdoor-hub/outdoor-practitioner

21/09/2026

🌿 FOREST SCHOOL DAY GIVEAWAY 🌿
To celebrate Forest School Day, we've teamed up with The Den Kit Company to give one lucky winner an amazing outdoor adventure prize bundle! 🍂✨

How to enter:
✅ Follow and
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Bonus: Share this post to your story and tag us for an extra entry!

🎉 One winner will be chosen at random and contacted via DM.

Terms & Conditions:
Open to UK residents aged 18+.
Giveaway closes at 11:59pm on 09/10/26.
Winner will be selected at random and contacted within 7 days of closing.
This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with Instagram.
By entering, you confirm you meet the entry requirements. No cash alternative available.

Good luck! 🌲🤞