Feel Good in the Forest at Thames Chase

Feel Good at Thames Chase

Activity timetable for Thames Chase

Thames Chase Community Woodlands offers a variety of activities as part of the Feel Good in the Forest project. These activities are free to take part in and include optional time at the end for refreshments and socialising. You can self-refer to the project or be referred by a support organisation or worker.

Places are booked as a block of free sessions - you must book your space and register in advance to take part.

Nordic walking: Thursdays 10:00am to 11:00am

Nordic walking is a low impact walk using poles, which creates an enhanced technique to work both upper and lower body. When done correctly it can use 90% of the body’s muscles. It is a fun and social activity that can be enjoyed throughout the year. It's ideal for people that haven’t exercised in a while.

Equipment will be provided.

Dates and times

17 and 24 September, 1 and 8 October 2026.

Booking information

To book, please email southeastnordicwalking@gmail.com

Trail of the Senses: Selected dates 11.30am - 12.30pm

Explore your local forest on a led family walk, for children and their carers, guardians or parents. Book onto the 'Trail of the senses' walk to connect with nature, reap its wellbeing benefits, all whilst having fun in your local forest.

Places are limited and must be booked in advance.

Dates and times

13 & 20 August 2026

Booking information

To book, please email: southeastnordicwalking@gmail.com

Men's Monthly Nordic walking: First Wednesday 1:30pm to 2:30pm

Join a free men's monthly Nordic Walk to try something new and boost your wellbeing in your local community woodland. Email to book your place in advance. Stay for an optional complimentary drink after and the opportunity to socialise.
Equipment will be provided.

Dates and times

First Wednesday each month: 1 July, 5 August 2026.

Booking information

To book, please email southeastnordicwalking@gmail.com

Autumn Wellbeing Day: 10 October 10am - 4pm

Join us at the Thames Chase Forest Centre for an Autumn Wellbeing Day. This partnership event between Forestry England and Thames Chase Trust will have a range of free wellbeing and mindful activities to help support your wellbeing this autumn.

Indoor activities

Mindful Colouring for Adults: 10am - 2.30pm

Enjoy a peaceful space in the heritage barn to unwind with some mindful colouring. This area will be available all day, from 10am till 4pm.

Art Club; Drawing for Wellbeing: 10am - 12pm

Join a Drawing for Wellbeing session led by volunteers from the Thames Chase Trust's their monthly art club. With artists from the club on hand to support creativity.

Kinetika Waxing Workshop: 12.30pm - 1.30pm

After being inspired by an earlier outdoor led walk, re-join the silk design charity, Kinetika, in a batik waxing workshop to create a waxed and painted silk square design.

Wellness Space with Havering Health Trainers: 12.30pm - 2.30pm

Check in with the Havering Health Trainers to hear about health and wellbeing opportunities across the Borough and get to 'Know Your Numbers' with free blood pressure checks.

Yoga with Meditation: 2.30pm - 3.30pm

Led yoga with meditation session.

Beyond Autumn Wellbeing: 3.30pm - 4pm

Meet and greet with staff from Forestry England - Thames Beat and Thames Chase Trust, to hear about other opportunities to get out into nature across our community woodlands throughout the seasons.

Outdoor activities

Group Dog Walk: 10am - 11am

A guided group dog walk to meet and chat with others, and hear dog handling techniques.

Men's Nordic Walk: 10.15am - 11.15am

Led Men's Nordic walk suitable for abilities, with poles provided.

Volunteering in the Tree Nursery: 11am - 12pm and 1.30pm - 2.30pm

Taster sessions to try volunteering with Thames Chase Trust within the Tree Nursery.

Kinetika Outdoor Walk: 11am - 12pm

Join Kinetika on a guided walk around Thames Chase Forest Centre, seeking inspiration and creativity for the follow up session in the afternoon. This walk is on accessible paths and will last from 11am till 12pm.