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Monday 10am - 5pm Tuesday 1pm - 5pm Wednesday 10am - 5pm Thursday 1pm - 5pm Friday 10am - 5pm Saturday 10am - 12pm Sunday 10am - 3pm

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Random's Retreat, where Natural Living meets Natural Learning. Come and experience the real outdoors Welcome to Random's Retreat.
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We are a natural learning centre based in Medomsley on the outskirts of Consett. We believe in all things outdoors, allowing everyone to learn and play in nature and with our animals. Please feel free to visit our website in the links on this page to find out more.

01/11/2026

Did you know we run a Home Education Community session every other Wednesday from 10am–12pm?

We’d love for homeschooling families to join us for a relaxed and welcoming opportunity to connect, explore, and learn together outdoors.

During the session, children can enjoy:
• Outdoor play and games
• Nature-inspired crafts
• Time with our animals
• Bushcraft activities including fire cooking and whittling

As an approved AQA provider, we can also offer short unit certificates for an additional charge, just speak to our team to find out more.

Parental supervision is required throughout the session.

Cost: £2.50 per child to help cover snacks and materials.

Come along, make new connections, and enjoy learning in the great outdoors

https://bookwhen.com/randomsretreat

31/10/2026

Now, we might be a little biased... but we think there's a lot of truth in this! 😊

There is something truly special about spending time with animals. They don't judge, they don't rush you, and they have a wonderful way of helping you slow down and focus on the present moment.

Whether it's a quiet cuddle with a guinea pig, a chat with one of the chickens, or spending time with our horses, animals have an amazing ability to lift our spirits and bring a sense of calm to even the busiest days.

So if you're having a tough day, perhaps the answer is simple... Spend some time with an animal.

We'd love to know, which of our animals would be your choice for a little four-legged therapy?

31/10/2026

Dysregulation and Reconnection

So, it's like, breaking up and making up, or... losing it and finding each other again?

The point isn't being perfect, always chill, or never losing it.

It's about this:
🔸 We disconnect sometimes.
🔸 Our nerves get fried.
🔸 Someone bails — either emotionally or actually leaves.
🔸 The mood changes.

That's the break.
And it's not a screw-up — it's just our nervous system doing its thing.

What's most important?
Getting back together / Reconnecting things
When we find our way back to feeling safe, being present, and connecting.

💬 In real-people talk?
It's that deep breath.
The awkward "are we okay?"
The "Sorry, I lost it."
The "Can we try again?"

🧠 Reconnecting makes us feel safe again.
It shows your brain:
"I can come back after a fight, and it's okay."
"I don't have to vanish forever."
"I'm still lovable — and loved."

We're not trying to be perfect.
We're here to practice.
And to see every moment — with people or horses — as a chance to calm down together ❤️

31/10/2026

We have a Home Education Community session this Wednesday from 10am–12pm.

We’d love for homeschooling families to join us for a relaxed and welcoming opportunity to connect, explore, and learn together outdoors.

During the session, children can enjoy:
• Outdoor play and games
• Nature-inspired crafts
• Time with our animals
• Bushcraft activities including fire cooking and whittling

As an approved AQA provider, we can also offer short unit certificates for an additional charge, just speak to our team to find out more.

Parental supervision is required throughout the session.

Cost: £2.50 per child to help cover snacks and materials.

Come along, make new connections, and enjoy learning in the great outdoors

https://bookwhen.com/randomsretreat

31/10/2026

The aunbis out, the fire is ready to light, goodies bags, snacks and crafts are ready to go

Are you joiningnus for free halloween howl this afternoon? 🎃 🎃 🎃

31/10/2026

You see them all the time when you visit us… but could you actually name every one of our horses? 🐴🤔

Let us know in the comments! (No pressure 😂)

31/10/2026

👻 Halloween Howl at Randoms Retreat - Saturday from 3-6pm!🎃

LAST CHANCE TO BOOK

We are back bigger and better than last year with spooky shadow games, twisted treasure hunt, crafts and marshmallows around the fire.

Join us for an unforgettable afternoon filled with Halloween magic. Our site will be decked out in spooky decorations, with plenty of creepy crafts for kids to get creative, while our friendly animals wait for a cuddle.

You can warm up with delicious fire-cooked snacks, and little ones won’t leave empty-handed – every child will take part in our halloween hunt with plenty of treats. It’s the perfect mix of frights, fun, and feasts!

Book your spot now, we are filling up fast!

All children under 7yrs must be supervised by an adult

https://bookwhen.com/randomsretreat/e/ev-skg32-20261031150000

30/10/2026

Looking after our horses means paying attention to the little things as well as the big ones.

Regularly picking out their feet is an important part of their daily care. It helps remove stones, mud, and anything else that could become trapped and cause discomfort or injury.

It's a simple job, but one that plays a big part in keeping our herd happy, healthy, and comfortable.

Join our AQA programme to learn more and complete our UAS courses to recieve your certificates. Learning for all ages and abilities. Drop a comment for more information.

30/10/2026

The question is... How long will this stay clean?

Every week we have a full clean in the poultry shed. Yet when it gets w days in you would never think it looked like this!!

Thankfully our kids groups help to do our big cleans so they all know how much hard work they put in for the birds to destroy it days later 🤣🤣
Give your guesses in the comments! I say about two hours🤣

30/10/2026

Our herd loves being groomed, and at Randoms Retreat, every hand helps care, learn, and share in the joy of our animals.

Address

Behind 52 Fines Road, Medomsley
Consett
DH86QS

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 5pm
Tuesday	1pm - 5pm
Wednesday	10am - 5pm
Thursday	1pm - 5pm
Friday	10am - 5pm
Saturday	10am - 12pm
Sunday	10am - 3pm

Telephone

+447586714493

Website

https://www.randomsretreatcic.co.uk/, http://www.bookwhen.com/randomsretreat

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