Tree Planting day at Hackhurst Farm

Course dates October 3 2026, 10am-2pm Hackhurst Farm, nr Hailsham

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About the day

You are warmly invited to join us at Hackhurst Farm for a Community Tree Planting day of native trees grown locally from seed. 

This is a hands-on day for all ages where you will be guided to plant young trees to extend the existing Children’s Forest and to tend some of the trees we have planted in previous years. Full instruction and all materials and tools will be provided.

We will gather around a warming fire and enjoy games, songs and stories as well as plant and tend the trees. There will be time to slow down, connect with nature, and share in the simple joy of tending the Earth together.

No experience is needed – just a willingness to get muddy fingers, be outdoors, and be part of something fun that supports nature and builds connection for humans and animals alike. Bring a packed lunch and something to drink.

Who is this day suitable for?

  • This day is suitable for adults and accompanies children, outdoor educators, Children’s Forest guardians and anyone interested in tree planting and developing a deeper connection to the land.

Course Fee

Price by donation. Your offering, as an individual or for a group of tickets, will support the ongoing work of Children’s Forest and its vision of creating a vibrant healthy forest at the heart of every community. Thank you.

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Testimonials

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“I love everything about Children’s Forest's courses. These immersive nature days are filled with so much enchantment and joy that leave me feeling deeply connected to the more than human world and to my true self as an inseparable part of nature. I particularly adore singing tree songs together, which feels like a beautiful way of reciprocating the many gifts the trees offer us. I've shared with my children and they are now Children's Forests biggest fans!"

Rachel P
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Upcoming courses

Weekly: Oct 1st, 15th, 22nd, 29th, 10am-12pm

Parent & Toddler Group (weekly)

Children FREE, Adults: £5-£10 suggested donation

Journey with us and the trees as we gather around the fire, forage from the trees, sing songs and share stories, crafts and connection.

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Weekly - Oct 13th, 20th, Nov 3rd & 10th, 4-6pm

Greet the Trees; Autumn term offering (for community)

£10 drop-in per adult

During this term we will meet a new native tree each week, close to the tree nursery. We will learn the song of the tree together and gather in gratitude for the fruits and seeds. We will process the tree seeds to prepare them for their winter sleep and enjoy together a story and tea around the fire.

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Nov 12th 2026, 10-2.30pm

Restorative Nature connection for Wellbeing (for adults)

Pay what you can -suggested donation: £5-£20

Discover a wellspring of helpful practices and skills to tend emotional, mental and physical well being. A reset for the nervous system. Combining nourishing nature connection practices along with tools and techniques to support yourself as the cycle of the seasons move towards winter.

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