FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Where am I going?
All of our events are based at Birches Valley Forest Centre on Cannock Chase, Rugeley. Use the postcode WS15 2UQ for SatNav; the entrance to the car park is off Birches Valley (Road), near the corner with Penkridge Bank Road.
Where do I park?
Park anywhere in the car park. The bottom of the hill is closest to our morning meet point. Parking is £6 per day, so please remember to bring change with you.
Where do I go once I'm there?
Our cabin can be tricky to find so we will meet you at the tables in front of Grounds Café and walk you all over to the cabin. Please arrive here before 9.45am so we can walk you all up to our cabin to start at 10am.
Do I need my own mat?
If you have your own mat then yes, please bring it with you. We will provide mats to put under yours if we are using mats outside. If you don't have a mat, please let us know in advance & we'll bring one for you.
What else should I bring?
Bring a water bottle and your own mug/cup for hot drinks if you like. Bring a blanket or extra layer for relaxation. Dress appropriately with warm layers & a waterproof jacket if it's cold or wet, or sunscreen & flip flops for paddling if it's hot. Make sure you've got sturdy shoes for walking on gravelly paths and muddy banks.
You can leave most of your things at the cabin throughout the day as we will lock it when we go out. Any valuables brought with you are entirely at your own risk and Forestry Wellbeing will not be liable for any losses.
Will we be outside?
Yes! We intend to be outdoors as much as possible, so be prepared for that. Some of our practice may be indoors and if it's really hot or cold or wet, we'll use the cabin. We reserve the right to modify our practice dependant on the weather.
How long will the walk be?
On most of our sessions we will do a walk of about 2 miles. During our "Yikes" we'll walk about 4 miles. All walks are likely to involve uneven ground, steep hills, gravel paths and no doubt some mud, so please be prepared for this with sensible shoes and strong legs!
Is there a minimum age?
On all of our events, the minimum age is 16 years.
What's for lunch?
On full days, we'll provide a vegetarian lunch, either soup & fresh crusty bread or cheese, salads & couscous. With fruit, biscuits, teas and cold drinks available all day, you'll be well looked after. Please feel free to bring anything else you want to. If you require a vegan lunch, please just let us know.
All of our events are based at Birches Valley Forest Centre on Cannock Chase, Rugeley. Use the postcode WS15 2UQ for SatNav; the entrance to the car park is off Birches Valley (Road), near the corner with Penkridge Bank Road.
Where do I park?
Park anywhere in the car park. The bottom of the hill is closest to our morning meet point. Parking is £6 per day, so please remember to bring change with you.
Where do I go once I'm there?
Our cabin can be tricky to find so we will meet you at the tables in front of Grounds Café and walk you all over to the cabin. Please arrive here before 9.45am so we can walk you all up to our cabin to start at 10am.
Do I need my own mat?
If you have your own mat then yes, please bring it with you. We will provide mats to put under yours if we are using mats outside. If you don't have a mat, please let us know in advance & we'll bring one for you.
What else should I bring?
Bring a water bottle and your own mug/cup for hot drinks if you like. Bring a blanket or extra layer for relaxation. Dress appropriately with warm layers & a waterproof jacket if it's cold or wet, or sunscreen & flip flops for paddling if it's hot. Make sure you've got sturdy shoes for walking on gravelly paths and muddy banks.
You can leave most of your things at the cabin throughout the day as we will lock it when we go out. Any valuables brought with you are entirely at your own risk and Forestry Wellbeing will not be liable for any losses.
Will we be outside?
Yes! We intend to be outdoors as much as possible, so be prepared for that. Some of our practice may be indoors and if it's really hot or cold or wet, we'll use the cabin. We reserve the right to modify our practice dependant on the weather.
How long will the walk be?
On most of our sessions we will do a walk of about 2 miles. During our "Yikes" we'll walk about 4 miles. All walks are likely to involve uneven ground, steep hills, gravel paths and no doubt some mud, so please be prepared for this with sensible shoes and strong legs!
Is there a minimum age?
On all of our events, the minimum age is 16 years.
What's for lunch?
On full days, we'll provide a vegetarian lunch, either soup & fresh crusty bread or cheese, salads & couscous. With fruit, biscuits, teas and cold drinks available all day, you'll be well looked after. Please feel free to bring anything else you want to. If you require a vegan lunch, please just let us know.
