Name: Women in the Woods - Women's Woodland Retreat
Start: 2026-05-09T10:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-05-10T12:00:00+01:00
Location: Private Woodlands in Dorking, Surrey

Women in the Woods – Women’s Woodland Retreat in Dorking, Surrey
Step away from the noise of everyday life and reconnect with nature, community and your wild spirit at Women in the Woods, a unique woodland retreat designed for women seeking connection, learning and time in the forest.
For generations, women have gathered in woodland spaces to share knowledge, support each other, and reconnect with the rhythms of the natural world. This retreat invites you to step into that tradition through an immersive experience in a beautiful private woodland setting.
Over two days, you’ll learn practical bushcraft skills, explore the healing benefits of forest bathing, and experience the powerful energy of drumming together around the fire. No previous outdoor or bushcraft experience is needed - just curiosity, openness and a willingness to reconnect with nature.
✨ What you’ll experience
• Bushcraft skills such as fire lighting, shelter building and learning about useful trees and plants
• Forest Bathing (Shinrin-Yoku) – slow down and reconnect with the woodland environment
• Evening drum circle and sound healing around the campfire
• Learning about woodland ecology and traditional wilderness skills
• A supportive gathering of women sharing creativity, songs and connection round the fire
You’ll spend the night camping in a private woodland, with the option of bringing your own tent or embracing the experience with bushcraft-style shelters and tarps. The gathering is relaxed, welcoming and beginner-friendly, perfect for anyone curious about spending time in nature while learning new skills.
Event Details
📅 Next Gathering: 9th & 10th May 2026
📍 Location: Private woodland in Dorking, Surrey
⏰ Duration: Two days (Saturday 10am – Sunday 12pm)
👥 Group size: Maximum 15 participants
⛺ Accommodation: Private woodland camping (details provided after booking)
🌿 Experience level: Beginner friendly
💷 Investment: £135 per person
✨ Activities include:
Bushcraft • Forest Bathing • Drum Circle
Join us around the fire, beneath the trees and rediscover the power of gathering together in nature.
🌿 Spaces are limited to 15 guests - to keep the experience intimate and supportive.
Awareness: Simple eco toilet on site - but be prepared to go back to the wild ways!