• How much do your experiences cost?

All experiences are completely bespoke, so there are no flat rates available to share – each journey is crafted around your specific needs, interests, and what the season offers. What I can assure you is that my charges will be very competitive. Investment varies by experience type and duration, but the focus is always on creating authentic value rather than maximising profit. We’ll discuss investment during our initial conversation once I understand what you’re looking for and what’s possible for your circumstances.

• Are all experiences physical?

Not at all. They’re what you want them to be. If that’s a lakeside meditation or breathwork experience, yoga Nidra (yogic sleep) retreat, Shinrin Yoku (woodland “bathing”), a fire, story, or healing circle, a herbal remedy making session, or simply your first wild camp experience where we go with no other intention than to camp under the stars, these are often some of the most profound experiences.

Sometimes the most transformative moments happen when we just be rather than expect or do. There’s profound medicine in sitting quietly by moving water, in lying beneath ancient trees whilst practising deep relaxation, in gathering around fire to share stories without agenda. These gentler approaches can be just as powerful as any physical challenge – sometimes more so, because they invite us to remember what it feels like to simply exist in the natural world without constantly trying to achieve something.

Your experience shapes itself around what calls to you, whether that’s active engagement with wilderness skills or the radical act of doing absolutely nothing except being present with what is.

• What happens if there’s an emergency during a digital detox experience?

Safety is always the priority. There will always be a communication device available for emergencies – either a mobile phone or satellite device depending on the location. This emergency communication remains accessible at all times but will not be used for any other purpose during the experience. I’m also qualified in outdoor first aid and carry comprehensive first aid equipment. Your wellbeing matters more than any digital detox goals.

• What if I don’t enjoy the experience? Can I leave early?

Of course – this is your experience, and you’re always free to make choices about your participation. We’ll have discussed everything at length before any payment is taken, and if things need adapting in the moment, we can work with that. However, once booked, I become committed to costs and the use of my time, so I cannot offer refunds for early departures, no-shows, or cancellations within two weeks of the experience. I may offer credit toward future experiences, but this will be at my discretion based on individual circumstances.

• Will I need to bring kit and equipment?

Yes, though what you need depends entirely on your chosen experience. For some sessions, you might only need a water bottle and comfortable clothing. For others, particularly multi-day wilderness immersions, you may need everything required to survive a week in a wild camping spot. I always provide detailed kit lists tailored to your specific experience once it’s designed. I’ll bring maps, first aid equipment, fire pits, and other specialised items depending on the experience type. For static camps, I can arrange to bring all food and water required, or you can provide your own – this is something we’ll arrange together based on your preferences and the nature of your experience.

• Do you work with groups? Can I bring friends/family?

All experiences are private bookings, so you’re welcome to bring your chosen companions. I work with individuals, intimate pairs (perfect for couples or close friends), and small groups up to 6 people (4 at some locations depending on terrain and facilities). Only your group will be present, ensuring complete privacy for your shared journey. Group experiences can be particularly powerful for families, friends celebrating special occasions, or colleagues seeking shared adventure outside the usual team-building approaches.

• I’ve never done anything like this before. Is that a problem?

That’s not a problem – it’s often an advantage. People new to wild spaces frequently stand to gain the most from these encounters because they approach them without preconceptions about what should or shouldn’t be possible. We’ll start exactly where you are and build from there. Your inexperience means you’re perfectly positioned to discover what becomes possible when you trust the process and show up authentically.

• What if I have dietary requirements or allergies?

I can accommodate most dietary requirements and allergies with advance notice. This is particularly straightforward for experiences where I’m providing food or where we’re foraging together, as we can focus on plants and preparations that work for your needs. For longer experiences where you’re bringing your own food, simply let me know of any allergies or medical conditions during our initial planning conversation so I am aware and can ensure I don’t bring anything that you may be exposed to.

• What age do participants need to be?

I welcome people aged 12 and above. All children remain the responsibility of their parent or guardian throughout the experience. I’ve had the privilege of working with people across the age spectrum – from teenagers discovering their first taste of wilderness confidence to my oldest participant at 84 years of age, who taught me as much as I offered her. Age is just a number when it comes to connecting with wild places; what matters is curiosity and willingness to engage with what calls to you.

• I have mobility issues/health conditions. Can I still participate?

Absolutely, as long as your healthcare provider is happy for you to do so, then so am I. I will create something suitable based on your needs. Everybody and every body is welcome here. Your ability, experience, or level of mobility is no barrier to these experiences. As a Disability Confident Registered provider, I understand that many approaches can be adapted for different needs and abilities. The wildness we’re reconnecting with isn’t about physical prowess – it’s about remembering your innate capacity for presence and authentic connection with the natural world. We’ll work together to create something that suits your individual needs and celebrates what you can do rather than focusing on limitations.

• This sort of thing terrifies me, but I also want to try it. Will I be alright?

You sound like the perfect participant for these experiences. That mix of fear and curiosity is exactly what leads to the most profound discoveries. The terror you’re feeling isn’t about genuine danger – it’s about stepping beyond the familiar, and that’s precisely where growth lives. We’ll start exactly where you are, move at your pace, and honour what feels manageable whilst gently exploring your edges. Many of my most transformative sessions happen with people who arrive feeling exactly as you do right now.

• I’m really unfit. Can I still come?

Absolutely. This is your experience, and we’ll create something that suits you together. Fitness is just one way of relating to your body, and it’s not the most important one. What matters more is your willingness to show up as you are and work with what you have. I’ve seen people discover strength they didn’t know they possessed simply by being invited to move their bodies in natural settings without judgment or comparison. Your fitness level will inform how we design your experience, not whether you can participate.

• Where do these experiences take place?

I travel throughout Scotland, Cheshire, and North Wales & Borders, following the seasons and seeking out the places that offer what you’re looking for. Some experiences happen on private land where we can work with more intensive practices, whilst others utilise public access areas. The specific location depends on your chosen activities, the season, and what feels right for your particular journey. I’ll discuss location options with you during our planning conversation.

• What about the weather? Will it stop us doing an experience?

This isn’t something I can answer outright, and here’s why: This is Britain – we’re going to experience rain and inclement weather, and that weather is often part of the learning and transformation experience. Learning to work with rather than despite challenging conditions can be profound medicine. However, there’s an important distinction between weather that’s uncomfortable and weather that’s genuinely dangerous.

When conditions make certain activities dangerous rather than just challenging, safety always takes priority. In these cases, you’ll be offered an alternative experience that achieves the same outcomes – perhaps we move from exposed hilltops to sheltered valleys, or shift from water-based activities to forest skills. If we haven’t departed yet and conditions are severe enough to compromise safety entirely, we may need to delay for another time. The decision always comes down to whether the weather adds meaningful challenge or presents genuine risk.

Remember, some of the most transformative moments happen precisely when conditions aren’t perfect. There’s something powerful about discovering you can thrive when the sky opens and the wind howls. But I’ll never ask you to compromise your safety for the sake of an experience.

• How far in advance do I need to book?

This varies by season and availability. I recommend booking at least 8 weeks in advance, particularly for longer experiences or if you have specific date requirements. However, I sometimes have availability for shorter-notice bookings, especially for half-day or single-day experiences. The planning conversation itself can take place well before your intended dates, allowing us to design something perfect for when you’re ready to embark.

• How do I know if I’m ready for this?

If you’re asking this question, you’re already demonstrating the kind of self-awareness that suggests you’re ready. There’s no perfect time, no ideal fitness level, no required experience threshold. What matters is genuine curiosity about what might be possible when you step beyond the familiar. The wild doesn’t ask for perfection – it asks for presence. And that’s something you already possess.