Pembrokeshire Outdoor Health Project
The Pembrokeshire Outdoor Health Project is delivered in partnership with activity providers, wellbeing experts and nature organisations with the aim to support the health and wellbeing of the people of Pembrokeshire through nature-based outdoor wellbeing activities.
We connect people to outdoor opportunities by working with activity providers, local clubs and community groups to develop ‘social prescribing’ opportunities for health and social care providers like GP surgeries and health support charities, as well as being accessible by self-referral.
The Outdoor Health programmes are designed to enable people to benefit from spending time in nature, while putting into practice the 5 Ways to Wellbeing:
- connect
- take notice
- learn
- give
- be active
We are delighted to be able to announce the following programmes for the Outdoor Health Project in 2026. We are offering these free sessions for people in Pembrokeshire who would like to get active in the outdoors to improve their mental and physical wellbeing.
Please have a look at the programmes and click on the ‘Register Here’ button to access the registration form.
If you are a health professional and would like to refer someone you work with onto a programme then please use the same form but fill the form in with your client.
If you would like to complete this form through the medium of Welsh then please contact the Project Officer.
Tir Coed – Woodland Wellbeing
Tuesday 11th August – Tuesday 15th September
Registration from July 13th
Join Tir Coed nestled in the trees in their unique woodland roundhouse and discover the benefits of spending time in nature while learning practical outdoor skills. Through fun, hands-on activities we’ll explore bushcraft and survival techniques, including fire lighting, outdoor cooking, shelter building and simple green woodwork. Along the way we’ll get to know the woodland and its wildlife by identifying plants and trees, discovering their traditional uses and learning how healthy woodlands support people and nature. Through practical conservation activities, we will care for the woodland sustainably and give something back to the environment. Whether you’re looking to build confidence, learn new skills or simply enjoy time outdoors, this is a welcoming opportunity to connect with nature, other people and yourself.
Celtic Deep – Blue Health: Exploring Pembrokeshire’s Marine Environment
Wednesday 2nd September – Wednesday 7th October
Registration from July 27th
Join us to explore Pembrokeshire’s spectacular coastline through snorkelling, rock pooling and beach combing. Develop confidence in the water, discover amazing coastal habitats, learn new skills and contribute to real citizen science projects, including seagrass monitoring, wildlife surveys and eggcase hunts. Each session combines gentle physical activity, learning, social connection and time in nature. No previous experience is needed, and all equipment is provided. Come along, meet new people and experience the benefits of connecting with the sea.
Windswept Watersports – Paddle, Plant, Protect
Saturday 12th September – Saturday 17th October
Registration from August 10th
Paddle, Plant, Protect is all about getting out on the water, exploring the beautiful coastline around Dale, and giving something back to the marine environment. Through paddleboarding, you’ll discover the incredible seagrass meadows beneath the surface, learn why they’re so important for wildlife and our climate, and get involved in a range of hands-on conservation and citizen science activities.
Wild Swim Wales – Coastal Calm
Sunday 25th October – Sunday 29th November
Registration from September 21st
Permission to pause! What if the secret to achieving more was learning to do less?
Most of us rush from work, to family life, to other responsibilities squashing in as much as possible into each day and any spare moments tend to be spent on our screens, checking messages, replying to emails, doom scrolling.. we’ve lost the ability just to do nothing and pause.
This six-week course will help you break free from the constant rush, step away from endless distractions, and rediscover the lost arts of single-tasking and even zero-tasking. Through mindful practices, nature based activities and gentle paddling/cold-water dipping, you’ll learn practical ways to reduce stress, improve focus, boost wellbeing, and find joy in simply being present.
Really Wild Emporium – Wellbeing in the Wild
Tuesday 26th January – Tuesday 9th March (please note this programme will not run on Tuesday 9th February due to school half term)
Registration from December 27th
Stay informed
If you have any questions about who can attend these programmes, or anything else about the Outdoor Health Project then please get in touch with the Project Officer:
Pembrokeshire Outdoor Health Project Officer:
Matt Lister | 07932 605341 | matt.lister@pembrokeshirecoastalforum.org.uk
