After a warm welcome, you will spend the morning taking part in a forest bathing experience - a gentle, guided walk through the Gardens where you are encouraged to pause and notice what's around you. Rooted in mindfulness, this is time outdoors to connect meaningfully with others and the land. It is permission to get away from the hectic buzz of daily life and to simply be present in the Garden. A calming tea ceremony concludes the morning.
After lunch in the Botanic Cottage, or outside if the weather is fine, we will move inside among the ferns and palms of the newly restored Palm Houses, a space that feels true and fitting to the botanical roots of aromatherapy itself. Here you will be guided through blending your own therapeutic perfume, working with a palette of essential oils carefully curated and inspired by the turning season and the Harvest Moon.
Please see the Frequently Asked Questions section below for more information on session arrangements and what to expect.
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About the Facilitators
Rosie is a seasoned Forest Bathing Guide who crafts thoughtful nature connection experiences for memorable and joyful experiences in beautiful wild spaces and gardens. With a warm, friendly and accessible approach, she ensures everyone feels welcome and has the opportunity to soothe, restore and feel revitalised by the power of nature.
Gill is a qualified aromatherapist and practising holistic therapist, creating therapeutic blends and considered scent experiences with work spanning handmade products and bespoke commissions. Her practice is guided by the seasons, and by a belief that scent has the power to shift how a space, or a moment, feels.
Please note: some essential oils are not suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or may not suit everyone's skin. The Forest Bathing part of the day involves walking around the Gardens. Please get in touch with us at palmhouse@rbge.org.uk to let us know of any allergies, sensitivities or access requirements so we can make appropriate adjustments to ensure everyone can take part fully.