Events
Ecclesall Woods hosts a range of seasonal events, walks and talks. Find out what’s coming up on our events calendar.
Every Tuesday, 9:30am
The Footpath Volunteer Group
The Footpath and Restoration Group work with the Council’s Parks and Countryside Service to make improvement throughout the Woods.
Into the Woods with Peak District Artisans
Tuesday 3 to Sunday 8 November
In celebration of our ancient woodlands a group of nine Peak District Artisans will be exhibiting and selling their work in Hector’s House.
The range of work will include paintings, prints, ceramics, wire work, blown glass, creative stitch and basketry.
Exhibiting artists are: Jill Ray, Alison Wake,Thomas Petit, Vivienne Sillar, Judith Brown, Anita Lomas, Rachel Evans, Sue Nichol and Kathryn Watson
The exhibition is free to attend – drop in between
South Yorkshire Orienteers – Saturday Series 2
Saturday 7 November from 12:30pm
Ecclesall Woods is an excellent orienteering area offering a challenging technical course to the experienced orienteer along with a good path network for newcomers.
There are a choice of 6 different courses catering to all ages and abilities.
Register on the day but read all supporting info before attending.
Bend & Breathe half day retreat – Saturday 14 November
Bend & Breathe is back, celebrating it’s first anniversary in the woods! Join ScandiBox Saunas, Hannah Breathes and Scenic Soul Yoga for a day of ultimate wellness.
The retreat includes a nature themed soulful yoga practice with live music meditation and a conscious connected breath work experience followed by a light seasonal meal from the Woodland Coffee Stop.
After eating you’ll enjoy an hour of sauna & cold therapy with exfoliating and invigorating coffee scrub, refreshments and a campfire with toasted marshmallows.
Sessions run at 9:30am & 1:30pm.
£85 per person for the 4 hour experience. You don’t want to miss this one! Book online at Scandibox Saunas
Sauna & Wild Feast with ScandiBox Sauna
Sunday 15 November, 5pm & 6:30pm
90 mins of sauna followed by 90 mins of wild food experience combining foraging education, sensory tasting and seasonal buffet dining.
Guests enjoy vegetarian buffet-style canapés, live demonstrations, folklore and traditional medicinal insights, seasonal dishes, wild herbal teas or infused drinks, and a closing talk with Q&A.
Foraged food is pre-sourced. No food is gathered from Ecclesall Woods.
£50 per person for the 3 hour experience. Book online at ScandiBox Saunas.
Pyrography Workshops with Badger Woodland Craft
Oak Leaf – Wednesday 18 November, 10:30am-12:30pm
Beginner-friendly pyrography workshop perfect for those new to woodburning art as well those wanting to improve their skills.
You’ll learn safe and effective pyrography techniques while enjoying a relaxing and creative experience.
All materials provided. £36pp
Oak Trees – Saturday 21 November, 10:30am-3:30pm
This workshop is a full day session creating the beautiful natural scene of the oak trees in Ecclesall Woods.
All materials provided. £77pp
Playful Men full day workshop
Sunday 22 November, 9:30am-4:30pm
Facilitated by Ollie Yates, this playful workshop integrates joy, presence and authenticy to connect with and embrace failure and other parts of ourselves we may feel shame for.
The day will be a mix of playful exercises, reflection and ritual.
Book online. Standard rate £50
