Wellbeing Programme
Wild Swimming
Located at our Wild Swim Lake
Take a zingy dip in our woodland lake which lies at the heart of Wasing Estate. Surrounded by ancient trees, it’s the most serene spot to enjoy a rejuvenating swim and relaxing time in nature. Wild swimming is included with all Well Read general admission tickets so be sure to bring your swimwear and a towel if you fancy a splash.
Open for swimmers to enjoy from 9.30am until 6pm.
Your safety and the protection of this beautiful space is really important to us.
• Please be a competent swimmer
• Avoid swimming if you’re unwell or have any medical concerns
• No diving or jumping (the water is shallow)
Our lakes are a protected SSSI site, home to rare dragonflies and damselflies. You can help us look after this special ecosystem by:
• Avoiding sunscreen, moisturiser, or other products before entering the water
• Using the lake respectfully and mindfully
At particularly busy times when we reach our maximum capacity in the lake, we may need to temporarily operate a one in, one out policy for safety purposes.
Woodfired Sauna
Located at our Wild Swim Lake
After a swim in the lake, rewarm in our beautifully crafted, woodfired sauna. Its calming atmosphere with natural light from its panoramic window overlooking the lake makes it the perfect spot to unwind. The gentle heat of the wood burner, paired with cold water immersion in the lake, delivers powerful benefits for body and mind, helping to support circulation, ease achy muscles, reduce inflammation, boost energy, and strengthen immune response.
Woodland Meditation & Sound Bath
Located At The Sacred Glade
During this year’s Well Read at Wasing, we are offering you the chance to explore the ancient woodlands and be fully immersed in the healing properties of nature and sound. In today’s modern times it is so easy to become disconnected from our natural world. Modern living can easily trigger the sympathetic nervous system, and without the chance to reset we can see an increase in chronic stress disorders. Being immersed in nature reconnects us to the rhythms of the natural world and helps foster recovery from mental fatigue. Mindful time spent in nature has been shown to boost our immune system, improve sleep, increase energy levels, reduce stress, and improve mental wellbeing.
Based on the principles of Shinrin Yoku, also known as Forest Bathing, you will be guided through the woodlands by Forest Bathing practitioner Tania Park, immersing yourself in nature, whilst engaging your senses. Sound Therapist Monica Bazzani will then guide the group though a very special Sound Bath, held beneath the ancient grandmother Yew Tree. Monica is an experienced sound therapist, Reiki Master and Qi Gong teacher who specialises in immersive gong baths and sound journeys with her practice known as Luna Sound & Energy. She weaves together gongs, drums, voice and other therapeutic instruments to create rich, meditative soundscapes.
This restorative session offers you the chance to slow down and to reconnect to this awe-inspiring planet.
Please note: Not recommended for those with pacemakers, metal implants, tinnitus, sound sensitive conditions or epilepsy or those who are pregnant in their 1st trimester. We do not offer any medical advice whatsoever. You attend the event at your own risk. If you have any health-related queries, please consult with your Doctor before making a booking.
The Breathing Tree: conscious breathwork for self-healing and wellbeing
Located in the Sacred Glade with Rebecca Dennis
Author, international breath and body coach and workshop leader, Rebecca Dennis has nearly 20 years’ experience in her field and is the founder of www.breathingtree.co.uk. Through her intuitive and compassionate approach, she supports communities, clients and workplaces in better understanding their patterns and behaviours. She looks at how the past has shaped experiences, emotional blockages and physical tension. Rebecca fervently believes that embodied breathwork is the ultimate key to our well-being, health and inner peace.
Rebecca’s approach blends breathwork, bodywork, coaching, somatic trauma counselling techniques, bi-lateral processing, nervous system regulation, parts work, shamanic, IFS (Internal Family Systems) and mindset tools for a holistic approach. Through her skilled space holding and extensive experience, she is dedicated to helping individuals access lasting transformation and optimum well-being.
