Even in Skipton town itself there’s the fantastic green oasis that is Skipton Woods. National Tree Week (26 Nov – 4 Dec) starts today and it got us thinking about braving the chill and getting outside to enjoy it! So why not wrap up warm, download a Woodland Trust info pack and go down to the woods today!
The parent and child group meets on Mondays (term time only) 1pm-3pm/dusk (for as much or as little of the session as you like) at Griff Woods (click the previous link for a map) and is led by experienced forest school practitioners.
Attracting families from as ‘far’ a field as Skipton, Silsden, Todmorden and Barnoldswick, the group has even braved sub zero temperatures to track rabbit foot prints in the snow, celebrate the winter solstice with lantern making and slide about on the ice. So if things like tree-climbing, cooking on a fire, making dens, exploring and adventure sound right up your street then head over and join them – there’s no need to pre-book.
Children must be accompanied by an adult and it’s recommended that you wear wellies and warm waterproof old clothing. There are no age restrictions – the youngest regular member started at 6 days old! Babies get a lot from the sensory experience as do older children as they grow up and can explore the woods in different ways. Everyone is welcome and the kettle will be on! It costs £1 per adult and £1 per child. They post on facebook if the session is to be cancelled due to severe weather but organisers can also be contacted on 07974947968.
Come Play in the Woods was set up by Aspyrian, a Keighley-based organisation which works with experienced outdoor practitioners and educational facilitators to provide quality outdoor learning experiences. They deliver work across Yorkshire and Lancashire, and undertake national projects.
