Fine Fettle

Fine Fettle 

Fine Fettle supports adults with lived experience relating to mental health to engage in outdoor activities in the beautiful woodlands of Wentworth Castle Gardens. The activities include forest skills, wildlife identification, nature-based arts, folklore, mindfulness and much more.  Participants build their knowledge, skills, and confidence while working therapeutically in nature.

During the programme participants will meet new people, develop new interests or rediscover previous joys in life, as well as being offered the support to progress onto new opportunities that interest them. Participants reported improved wellbeing, confidence, skills, and connections with nature and others. Following the Forest School philosophy of learning, people are at the heart of the programme, helping to shape the course content and discover opportunities to explore peer mentoring to enhance their leadership skills. 

As one participant said, "It doesn't matter if it's cold outside – you'll feel warm and at home, and really supported to spend the time as you want to".

Fine Fettle takes place each Wednesday during term time, between April and November.

If you or someone you know could benefit from this program, please reach out to Fine Fettle for more information:

Angela Wright E: adventuringangels@outlook.com | M:  07759 878 011

The program is funded by Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council and is part of the Wentworth Castle Gardens Partnership between National Trust, Northern College, and Barnsley Museums.