"Engaging, fun, relaxing.

I learnt what Shirin-Yoku is and Holly’s delivery was really good, she made it clear and concise, explained everything well. I feel more connected to trees and nature having attended the workshop."

Attended: Creative Sylvotherapy Workshop at Roaming Writer Creative Retreat.

"Interesting, calm, emotional. 

Although I was already familiar with forest bathing, I loved learning the scientific side of why I enjoy spending time with the trees and nature. Holly was really engaging and knowledgable in her subject, opening up the space for discussion and discovery across the group. I personally found the meditation relaxing but also emotional as I let go of the thing I gave to my chosen tree. Although this lead to me crying, I felt in a safe enough space to discuss my feelings, why they were brought forward and the group engaged in a discussion about letting emotional move through you rather than control you. The meditative walk through the woods opened my eyes to small moments in a place I’m very familiar, stop, look, listen, you will see and learn more from the natural world around you."

Attended: Creative Sylvotherapy Workshop at Roaming Writer Creative Retreat.

"Connection. Peace. Well led. 

I learnt how to slow down and be mindful in nature. Holly's delivery was so informative, kind and calm. I feel more connected to nature having attended the workshop, it showed me how to be mindful and let my worries and busy mind take a break! I loved this workshop and will be exploring sylvotherapy further."

Attended: Creative Sylvotherapy Workshop at Roaming Writer Creative Retreat.

"Interesting, fun, informative. 

I was interested to learn the finer details of leaf such as the petioles and margin shapes. The group were engaged, interested to learn and Holly was well heard, explained things well and was honest in her knowledge when asking questions. The more I learn about the natural world the more connected I feel. Holly’s workshop opened my eyes to see trees in a new way. The workshop might be improved by spending more time with the trees, and thinking about the bark shapes and shapes of trees through the seasons."

Attended: Creative Skills in Ecology Workshop at Roaming Writer Creative Retreat.

"Enjoyable, educational, interesting.

I learnt how to identify trees and the different parts of a leaf. Holly is enthusiastic and warm which makes her a great teacher. She made the workshop interesting and fun and very engaging. I wanted to learn more about tree species for a while and being able to name them in nature makes me feel more connected."

Attended: Creative Skills in Ecology Workshop at Roaming Writer Creative Retreat.

"Peaceful, creative, enlightening.

I learnt about Tree identification/ understanding species. Holly's delivery was absolutely wonderful, easy to understand and very informative. I have been able to share my new knowledge with the children I care for in my Childminding setting."

Attended: Creative Skills in Ecology Workshop at Roaming Writer Creative Retreat.