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Woodland Campfire Retreat
Relax in the woodland with the sound of a crackling fire in the background. Cook food, carve wood or just relax in a hammock and enjoy the day at the Woodland Campfire Retreat.
The day will start with a meeting in the morning at a designated parking spot.
The gate will be locked and unfortunately, we will not be able to accommodate late arrivals or walk-ins.
We will then walk to the woods. Be prepared for a 15-minute walk carrying your belongings, however, we will arrange transport for all heavy items you may have with you!
Once at the location, we will start with hot drinks and relax. There are many activities to be covered if the conditions will be suitable and enough time available.
Fire will be on all day so you can hang out around the crackling fire. You can also walk alongside River Humble, go fishing or just spend the time relaxing in a hammock!
We will be cooking for you so you can expect a hearty soup, stew or BBQ from cast iron pot for lunch and pizza from the real wood-fired pizza oven in the afternoon.
All dietary requirements (almost all) can be accommodated so please speak to us.
In the afternoon we aim to be ready to leave by 7.30 PM. We will assist you back to a parking spot and the gates will be opened for your journey back home.
Woodland Campfire Retreat Information
The woodland is located in Botley near Southampton, next to a working farm at a bank of river Humble.
Situated in a small valley, the woodland is sheltered from the wind and nicely hidden.
We will meet and camp in the wood, on a principle of “leave no trace”, where we will use only portable and/or recyclable equipment and materials.
Please wear warm clothes and comfortable shoes or boots, a windproof and waterproof jacket.
It is highly recommended to bring one flashlight or headlight per person.
Plenty of food will be provided, and we will be preparing tea, coffee and hot chocolate on the spot for a warm-up. You can bring your favourite nibbles or beverages or anything you wish to cook on the fire.
Although we will serve drinks in disposable paper cups, we recommend bringing reusable cups, cutlery and plates with you so we can limit the impact on the environment to a minimum. This will also help to minimise trash and help us maintain a sustainable approach to our events!
We will meet at the designated parking in Botley near Southampton.
There is no public right of way or any open access to the woodland and we will open the gates for you when you arrive and when you will be leaving.
The rest of the time when we will be in the woods the gates will be locked.
The exact location and directions will follow in a booking confirmation e-mail.
You can choose to travel by car or by train. Please advise us of your travel arrangements.
Botley is located within 20 minutes drive from Southampton and up to 2 hours from London.
The location is ideal for the weekend getaway and retreat in nature.
Adult campfire: must be 18 or above to participate. Up to 8 adults per camp during the day and up to 4 adults overnight in their own tents/hammocks.
Special arrangements can be made and we welcome private groups!
You need to be prepared for the weather and uneven ground conditions with suitable equipment and clothing.
Reaching the campfire will require about 15 minutes of walking on uneven ground. Please contact us for any special mobility needs.
For information and advance bookings, contact: info@adventureclinic.com
Bookings are non-refundable. We will cancel the event only if the MetOffice will issue a red weather warning for the area.
To respect the natural environment of the wood, we will keep the groups small, so we apologize in advance that walk-ins will not be allowed.
Meet Pat
I have been hiking and wild camping practising various survival skills both solo and with small groups for many years now. I’ve been always showing the best practices in the wilderness and leading by example when wild camping or when in a camp practising bushcraft skills.
As a professional in the tourism industry in the UK, it is much easier for me to understand your needs and to deliver a service tailored to suit you. On a usual workday, I am managing a popular adventure travel tour operator, here in London, UK. On the weekends I am combining work with pleasure to share my passion and enthusiasm for the great outdoors.
My mission is to show you how sustainably and respectfully spend time in nature. We are all guests when hiking, backpacking and wild camping so we have to act as one.
Take nothing but photographs and leave nothing but footprints. Following these very easy steps will help us all to enjoy a clean, healthy and beautiful wild nature with all its habitats and ecosystems.
Meet Raf
For over 10 years I have been growing my passion and skillset for the great outdoors. Hiking, backpacking and wild camping became my go-to form of outdoor activities.
As a professional chef with over 20 years of experience in restaurants and hotels, I have specialised in organising outdoor events and camp cooking. Cooking outdoors is my favourite bit when I can reconnect with nature and constantly improve my skills in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere.
Fabrication of the oak furniture made out of Scottish whisky barrels is my day job but I have partnered with Adventure Clinic to share my outdoors knowledge and experience. I will show you how respectfully and sustainably enjoy the outdoors not compromising on comfort or food quality.
