Description
Nurturing Wild's family monthly sessions offer relaxed, nature-based play and both parents or a grandparent can book to come along too.
Join our welcoming community of local families exploring wildlife together at magical Sydenham Garden.
Nurturing Wild is on a mission to get families outdoors, playful and connected to nature - whatever the weather. ✨
☀️☔️ Outdoor, all-weather play (sheltered areas on site for rain and shade)
💚 Connect with nature at your own pace
🌱 Play activities supporting early years development
📖 Nature-themed story time
🪶 Seasonal scavenger hunt
🐞 Explore mini beasts
🐸 Pond area
🌳 Woodland walk
🍳 Mud kitchen play
🌈 Messy play
🌸 Nature crafts
🔨 Tools used for Forest School crafts (2yrs+)
Fire lit on cold mornings
Hot drinks available for parents (bring your own lidded mug + £1 cash donation - all proceeds support Sydenham Garden charity).
Sessions are led by Julia, who has over 20 years' teaching experience, is an Early Years consultant, a qualified Level 3 Forest School Leader. She is paediatric first aid trained and DBS checked.
What to wear: Autumn/Winter
Layers are key to staying warm and comfortable outdoors:
- All-in-one fleece-lined waterproof outfit
- Long-sleeved top + thicker layer (jumper/fleece)
- Warm hat covering head and ears
- Snood or scarf
- Gloves or mittens
- Wellies or sturdy outdoor footwear with thick socks
- Winter only: thermal vest + thermal leggings/tights under trousers (not needed in autumn)
Also bring:
- Spare clothes
- Water bottle
- Snack
Suitable footwear for walking on uneven ground, wellies are ideal for puddle splashing on rainy days!
Cancellation policy: No refunds
As a small business with overheads for site hire fees and insurance, I am unable to offer refunds if you are unable to attend your booking. Thank you for your understanding and support.
Booking info & prices
Nature-based outdoor play I parent & child (15m-4yrs) Following the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum & Forest School ethos
Prices
Single session
- Single Session (1 adult & 1 child) @ £14.00
- Saturday Session (1 child & 2 adults) @ £16.00
- Saturday Family Ticket (2 children & 2 adults) @ £22.00
- Single Session SIBLING ticket @ £9.00 Sibling
Booking info & prices
Nature-based outdoor play I parent & child (15m-4yrs) Following the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum & Forest School ethos
Prices
Single session
- Single Session (1 adult & 1 child) @ £14.00
- Saturday Session (1 child & 2 adults) @ £16.00
- Saturday Family Ticket (2 children & 2 adults) @ £22.00
- Single Session SIBLING ticket @ £9.00 Sibling






