“Winnie” Winstone’s Journey Spring 1989-November 20th.2018 In the early hours of April 5th.1989 I woke from a distressing dream to a deafening blast , which ricocheted across the front wall of our house. I lay in bed, frozen ,my heart pounding so hard, it knocked audibly in my chest like a drumbeat. Someone screamed, my…Read more »
Trees
The majesty of trees cannot be denied. Many have stood the test of time for hundreds of years, they have experienced growth and periods of rest during the seasons which have also helped to shape their very being; still they stand tall. Their roots are deep in the earth a highway under our feet of trees…Read more »
Magical Encounters
A blog written by Jo Fitzjohn, a foster carer, equine therapist and spiritualist, who came on our pilot Woodland Retreat in August 2018: “Little did I realise the Magical Encounters that where awaiting me as I left home eager for the much needed break/respite. With only 24 hrs to recharge, I thought it was a…Read more »
Autumn Newsletter
Autumn 2018
Of all the trees that are in the Wood
The best survival strategy is that a tree grows up straight, for stability in bad weather. When the winds blow the crown of the tree the force travels down the trunk to the roots which are hopefully embedded deep into the earth. The force then travels back up to the base of the trunk and…Read more »
Trees & Shrubs of Sanctuary Wood
In a recent ecological survey by the Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust explains how the flora are useful to various species of birds, mammals and insects, some of which are endangered. Sanctuary Wood is home to many different forms of wildlife, but this blog is about the trees and shrubs. They have been fundamental in the therapy…Read more »