THE SELF PRESERVATION SOCIETY – WELLBEING & SELF CARE EVENTS
For those looking to restore and rejuvenate, our regular feature ‘Self Preservation Society’ aims to provide some gentlefolks suggestions to help guide you through the month. So whether it’s woodland yoga or meditation and mixed media, find some of the best wellbeing events happening in Surrey this August.
WOODLAND YOGA & BRUNCH / JULY 29 / THE SALT BOX, PRIORY FARM ESTATE, SOUTH NUTFIELD
Nurture your mind, body and soul in the heart of leafy Surrey, where you’ll find a healing space in nature to enjoy a rejuvenating yoga practice and a well-deserved seasonal meal. Expect a 60-minute yoga session, freshly brewed wild tea, and a seasonal vegetarian meal inspired by local ingredients in a beautiful woodland setting.
For more information, visit wearethesaltbox.co.uk
FOREST BATHING / AUGUST 4 / NOWER WOOD EDUCATIONAL RESERVE, LEATHERHEAD
Find some calm and restore order with this excellent session underneath the trees of Nower Wood near Leatherhead. Hosted by Surrey Wildlife Trust this month, discover the benefits of bathing in nature’s wonder.
For more information, visit surreywildlifetrust.org
DISCOVER THE HEALING POWER OF ART FOR WELLBEING / AUGUST 7 / FARNHAM MALTINGS
Whatever your self-proclaimed skill set, creativity is one surefire way to improve your well-being. This morning workshop taking place at Farnham Maltings will ignite your artistic spirit as you explore the art techniques of mark-making with music and painting on canvas with mixed media. Experiment with shape and colour as you let go and express yourself.
For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com
MEN’S FIRE CIRCLE / AUGUST 7 / BUCKLAND PARK LAGOON, BETCHWORTH
A supportive space for men to come together, connect and explore ideas that might help each other mentally, sign up and head for this Mens Fire Circle taking place at the scenic environs of Buckland Park Lagoon this August. Limited spaces are available.
For more information, visit theshac.co.uk
PILATES AT WINKWORTH / AUGUST 13 / WINKWORTH ARBOERETUM, GODALMING
Pilates is a great tool for self-preservation. And when complemented by the sheer beauty on display at Winkworth Arboretum, this self-care practice is practically bliss. Enjoy this one-off session suitable for all fitness levels and revel in early morning relaxation with your wellbeing and your purpose. Booking is essential.
For more information, visit nationaltrust.org
MEDITATION & MIXED MEDIA / AUGUST 21 / WEST HORSLEY PLACE
Come into the walled gardens of West Horsley Place and creatively explore its visual and tactile delights before relaxing, breathing, listening, and letting go of expectations and tuning into the beauty of your surroundings. Expect to be guided through simple mindful meditation exercises to awaken the senses before experimenting with mixed media to make a series of small abstract studies inspired by the colours, shapes and sensations of the garden.
For more information, visit westhorsleyplace.org