If the pandemic taught us anything, it’s the importance of looking after our wellbeing, and more and more people are finding ways to introduce self-care into their everyday lives.
Enter, ‘forest bathing’! Originating in Japan, the activity is as simple as immersing yourself in a peaceful woodland setting and letting the wellness wash over you. Known as shinrin-yoku, the practice began in the 1980s, and studies later showed that woodland wanders could increase mental wellbeing and lower blood pressure.
Forest bathing has since made its way over to UK shores, bringing with it an opportunity to slow down, unwind and appreciate the beauty of nature, away from phones, tablets and our ‘always-on’ existence. Supporters include the Woodland Trust and RSPB, which are both encouraging schemes that allow people to reconnect with nature and recognise the importance of our wonderful woodlands.
Our resorts are perfectly placed for a spot of forest bathing, with tranquil woodland settings just a short distance away. If you are keen to explore the benefits for yourself, here are a few pointers for a perfect shinrin-yoku experience…