Walk & Draw Club in The Forest of Dean

Meet me nearby: Woorgreens Lake Nature Reserve, Cinderford , GL16 7EJ
2 hrs
Nature & Animals

Join artist Henry St. Leger for a guided group walk in the breathtaking Forest of Dean. Along the way, Henry will introduce you to a variety of drawing techniques designed to help you capture your journey and see the landscape with fresh eyes.

These sessions are open to everyone—whether you’re picking up a pencil for the first time or are already an experienced artist. The emphasis is on creativity, exploration, and enjoying the natural world through art in an accessible, welcoming way.

What to expect:

• A gentle group walk through the Forest of Dean, with regular pauses to sketch and observe your surroundings

• Guidance from Henry on simple but effective drawing techniques to record your journey

• Time to experiment with your own style—no pressure, no rules

• A relaxed and supportive atmosphere, perfect for beginners and seasoned artists alike

• A chance to leave with your own visual journal of the day and a refreshed connection to nature

Minimum fitness level required.

Age restrictions: 15+

Adult £20

Available dates

Choose a slot to begin your booking
This is a gift
Choose a date later
Sat, 27 Sep 11:00 - 13:00
6 places left

How to get there

Woorgreens Lake Nature Reserve, Cinderford , GL16 7EJ

Facilities

  • Parking

COVID-19 guidelines

Activities are held outdoors where social distancing is easy to achieve. Participants experiencing any Covid-19 symptoms will not be permitted to attend.

On the day

There is parking at the site. Please arrive ten minutes before so I can greet you and provide you with the tools you will need.

All drawing materials are provided on the day to help you get the most out of your walk. Walking is along well-surfaced tracks with gentle uphill or downhill terrain.

Weather-appropriate clothing and footwear are advised. Not all walks have places to sit so be prepared to sit on the floor, logs etc.

Changes happen, don't worry

How to change dates
Change of plans? You can easily rebook the next available slot up to 2 days before your experience.
How to get a refund
Can't make it? We understand things happen! You can cancel and get a full refund up to 2 days before your experience.
Please note that this refund policy does not apply to gift bookings. You may reschedule your gift if outside the time period stated above. Please note that Yuup gift cards are valid for redemption for 12 months, and if not redeemed by this date, you will get a Yuup credit added to your Yuup account equivalent to the unspent value of the Yuup gift card less a Yuup administration fee of 20%.

You'll be hosted by

Walk & Draw Club

Connect with nature and your surroundings by journaling your walk with variety of drawing techniques.

Join Henry St.Leger on a group walk in the stunning landscape of the Forest of Dean. Along the way Henry will guide you through different drawing techniques as a way to log your journey and enjoy the surroundings through art.

These sessions are open to adults new to drawing and accomplished artists alike, with an emphasis on exploration and accessibility.

Henry St.Leger (He/Him)

Henry St.Leger is a freelance illustrator who lives in the Forest of Dean. He was a storyboard artist on several projects for the BBC Natural History Unit, including ‘Planet Earth’, ‘Life Story’ and ‘Prehistoric Planet’. His personal work is inspired by nature and the surrounding area.

Any questions?

Ask your question directly to Walk & Draw Club.

Available dates

Choose a slot to begin your booking
This is a gift
Choose a date later
Sat, 27 Sep 11:00 - 13:00
6 places left