Autumn is a time of movement and change in the bird world. Migrants arrive from the north to spend the winter here, while summer visitors begin their journeys south. Hedgerows are alive with activity as birds feast on the season’s berries, and grasslands and wetlands provide vital feeding grounds for both resident and passing species. […]
The Autumn Equinox is that beautiful moment when day and night are held in perfect balance before the landscape begins its gentle transition into winter. Rather than celebrating abundance, it celebrates noticing, seed heads instead of flowers, texture instead of colour, habitats instead of displays. To celebrate this Autumn Equinox we invite you to join […]
By the end of September, the back-to-work and school routines are running pretty smoothly, making it the perfect time to take a day to focus on something you enjoy… Join this one-day writing retreat to give yourself a quiet, slow-paced day surrounded by nature; perfect for complete creative immersion. This is an opportunity for dedicated […]
A relaxed, monthly volunteer gathering to support nature restoration. Rooted in a spirit of community and curiosity. Join us to learn new skills, spend time in nature, and connect with like-minded folk. Come and spend a few hours in nature doing something that matters. No experience is necessary, just a willingness to get stuck in […]
Come and explore nature in a new way at this Herbalism Walk and Medicine-Making Day led by Elena Tornberg-Lennox. You will discover the history and medicinal uses of plants, deepening your appreciation and understanding of them and how humans have connected to them throughout time. As we move into autumn, when the days are cooler […]
Join Heal's co-founder and CEO, Jan Stannard, for a presentation and walk which brings to life the findings from the Heal Somerset State of Nature Report 2026. This is the first ever State of Nature report which focuses solely on rewilding and its aim is to produce tangible evidence that rewilding can drive rapid and […]
A relaxed, monthly volunteer gathering to support nature restoration. Rooted in a spirit of community and curiosity. Join us to learn new skills, spend time in nature, and connect with like-minded folk. Come and spend a few hours in nature doing something that matters. No experience is necessary, just a willingness to get stuck in […]
A winter’s weekend of wild swimming delights, sauna sessions, roaring fires and feasts, nooks to curl up in with books, slow walks, Wild Circles and plenty of time to connect with the land, waters, each other and yourself at this peaceful countryside retreat. This retreat weekend is space to rest, restore and revive your connection […]
Discover how humans and beavers are joining forces to restore vibrant wetland ecosystems at Heal Somerset. On this guided walk and talk with rewilding ranger Daniel Hill, you will experience first-hand these developing wetlands and learn how dams, ponds, scrapes and more can shape water movement, biodiversity, and habitat recovery. Together you will explore how […]
Join professional photographer Celie Nigoumi for a gentle Photowalk around Heal Somerset, combining creativity, nature and the simple pleasure of slowing down. Through a short grounding exercise, you’ll be guided into a more relaxed and attentive headspace before setting off to explore the landscape with your camera. Along the way, Celie will share practical photography […]
Discover how humans and beavers are joining forces to restore vibrant wetland ecosystems at Heal Somerset. On this guided walk and talk with rewilding ranger Daniel Hill, you will experience first-hand these developing wetlands and learn how dams, ponds, scrapes and more can shape water movement, biodiversity, and habitat recovery. Together you will explore how […]
Discover how humans and beavers are joining forces to restore vibrant wetland ecosystems at Heal Somerset. On this guided walk and talk with rewilding ranger Daniel Hill, you will experience first-hand these developing wetlands and learn how dams, ponds, scrapes and more can shape water movement, biodiversity, and habitat recovery. Together you will explore how […]
