Nature-based play, learning and connection with a range of outdoor activities and events for all ages and abilities in Histon and Milton Country Park.
This activity is good for wellbeing because
- regular time spent outdoors and in green spaces has proven benefits for mental and physical health;
- connecting with others through learning, play, creating and talking feels good and combats social isolation;
- new skills can be learned at a gentle pace whilst embedding a deeper understanding of each other and our place in the universe.
"I spent the morning in the woods with Lorraine and Vicky plus about ten pre-schoolers and their parents. It was a beautiful bright day and we sang, talked, played and learned about the world around us. I felt relaxed and happy for the rest of the day!"
How to contact
Where to go
Cottenham Road
Histon
Cambridge CB24 9ET
Milton Country Park
Cambridge Road
Milton
Cambridge
UK
What to expect
Lorraine Whybrow is a Forest School leader and nature-based practitioner who founded Roofed by Sky to connect people of all ages through activities, groups and events held outdoors in the natural environment. Activities and groups either meet in a woodland in Histon or in Milton Country Park.
Little Acorns Forest Playgroup, Histon
Held every week on a Thursday, whatever the weather, this is a community group is for pre-schoolers and parents/carers. On cold days there is a fire to gather around and a wide range of play-based activities for children to choose from. The playgroup starts at 9.30am with everyone gathering around for a welcome song at around 10am. There's a seasonal home-made snack and drink for everyone to share. Sessions end at 11.30am and can be booked in a block of six - email [email protected] for details.
Rowan Rangers, Histon
A long term Forest School programme for adults with learning disabilities, run by the charity Rowan Humberstone. More details and booking information on the Rowan Humberstone website.
Free Range Forest School, Histon
A nature-based holiday club for children aged 5+. Opportunities for nature activities, play, woodcraft, fire lighting, games and more led by experienced Forest School Leaders who are DBS checked and first aid trained. Parents can drop-off at 10am and pick-up at 3pm. More details and booking information on the website.
Women in the Woods, Histon
A monthly wellbeing group for women (meeting on Sunday mornings every month) and one-off day retreats. An opportunity for fun, friendship and fireside chat in the woods. Includes campfire snacks and warming drinks plus a healthy dose of nature nurture. More details and booking information on the website.
Workmates in the Woods, Histon
Bespoke team-building and wellbeing experiences for employees crafted by experienced nature-based practitioners based on the 'Five Ways To Wellbeing' and 'Five Pathways to Nature Connection' models. Contact Lorraine via email to discuss what you have in mind.
Wildlings, Milton Country Park
Wildlings sessions offer a sociable, friendly and nurturing space for new parents and their babies (from birth to walking). The focus is on giving parents the opportunity to meet other parents in a relaxed and supportive environment (with no singing!). Facilitated fireside chats, tea, coffee and biscuits are available so that parents can relax, connect and enjoy the benefits of some time spent outdoors whilst babies sleep or play. Sessions last an hour and a half but you don't have to stay the whole time. More details and booking information on the Milton Country Park website.
More information
Whichever activity you are taking part in, wear clothes and footwear appropriate for the weather and season.
There are toilets (with disabled access) and baby changing available on both sites.
In the Histon woodland, there's no parking on site (unless you have specific access needs - please mention when you book) so park on Parlour Close, Histon, CB24 9XP which is a short 5-10 minute walk away. Information about parking at Milton Country Park is contactless and card only - more information here.
Details of cost and how to pay on links to websites above.
How to contact
Where to go
Cottenham Road
Histon
Cambridge CB24 9ET
Milton Country Park
Cambridge Road
Milton
Cambridge
UK
