- Nature Discovery Garden
- Wednesday 30 April 15.30–16.30, Thursday 1 May 15.30–16.30, Saturday 3 May 11.00–12.00 and 15.00–16.00
- Free, booking required
Noticing Nature: Mindfulness and Nature Journalling in the City
Slow down and reconnect with urban nature in our Nature Discovery Garden. Join us for a guided sensory walk, mindfulness moments and nature journalling in a space to explore, reflect and reconnect with nature in your own way.
City life can be overwhelming – constant noise, bright lights and endless distractions make it easy to feel disconnected from nature. But what if we took a moment to slow down, tune in and notice the wild world around us?
Join us for a guided walk through our Nature Discovery Garden, where you’ll engage with urban nature using all our senses. Listen out for insects and birds, explore plant scents and learn about our living laboratories where our scientists study urban biodiversity.
After the walk, we’ll pause beneath the trees for a guided mindfulness session, tuning into nature’s presence around us. Finally, we’ll take time for nature journalling – whether sketching, writing or simply observing in stillness, there are no rules or expectations, just a space to be present. What does nature mean to you? Step into this moment and let that connection stay with you, alongside your own nature journal.
Visiting information
- All ages are welcome, but content is recommended for ages 16+.
- This activity includes a short journey along an even, accessible route and is suitable for both walkers and wheelchair users.
- Arrive at the venue 15 minutes before the start of the event.
- We’ll be outdoors in our Nature Discovery Garden, with some gentle walking and time sitting in nature. Dress comfortably and wear shoes you don’t mind getting a little muddy.
- A little rain won’t stop us! Part of the magic of nature is experiencing it in all weather, so bring waterproof clothing just in case.
- If the weather is truly wild, we may need to cancel for safety reasons. If this is the case, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
- We’ll send an email with more information the week of the event to help you prepare for your visit.
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