Random's Retreat CIC

Random's Retreat CIC 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.

Our final day focuses on practical considerations for implementing EAL and what parents and educators can expect. Our pr...
03/09/2025

Our final day focuses on practical considerations for implementing EAL and what parents and educators can expect.

Our programs are facilitated by certified professionals with experience working with children with SEND.

We have expertise in both equine behaviour and special education needs.

Typical EAL sessions involve a variety of activities, such as:

Grooming: Brushing and caring for the horse.

Leading: Guiding the horse through an obstacle course.

Team Challenges: Working together to solve problems with the horse.

Observation: Simply spending time observing the horse's behaviour.

Parents and educators can expect to see gradual improvements in a child's emotional regulation, social skills, and confidence over time.
It's important to remember that EAL is not a quick fix but a process that requires patience and consistency.

Positive reinforcement and collaboration between facilitators, parents, and educators are key to maximizing the benefits of EAL.

What to Expect:
Increased self-esteem 😊✨🥳
Improved communication skills 🗣️🤝
Greater emotional awareness 🧠💖🧘
Enhanced social interaction 🧑‍🤝‍🧑🎉😎

Do you have a child that would love to join us and learn about the animals at Random's Retreat? 🐾🌳😊Why not book them on ...
03/09/2025

Do you have a child that would love to join us and learn about the animals at Random's Retreat? 🐾🌳😊

Why not book them on to our Nurture in Nature Sessions?

We'll be working together on chores and activities that'll teach your kids about taking care of animals, themselves, and rewilding. 🧑‍🌾🌱📚

They'll get a journal to write about what they do and how it makes them feel. ✍️💖😊

We'll be completing tasks including land maintenance, taking care of small animals, equine wellbeing, rewilding, and growing food sustainably. 🚜🐴🍎

Your child will get a boost in self-confidence, emotional regulation, self-control, and physical health. 💪🧘‍♀️🌟
We'll also work on self-care, understanding emotions, body language, and setting goals. 🥰🗣️🎯

Book now with the link below👇👇👇

💜 What 5 Words Best Describe Random’s Retreat? 💜We’d love to know! Random’s Retreat is always growing, and hearing what ...
03/09/2025

💜 What 5 Words Best Describe Random’s Retreat? 💜

We’d love to know! Random’s Retreat is always growing, and hearing what you love helps us make it even better.

Share the five words that come to mind when you think of us!

🌿✨ Next Thursday: Earth & Self Healing with Rachael Richardson ✨🌿Step away from the rush of daily life and reconnect wit...
02/09/2025

🌿✨ Next Thursday: Earth & Self Healing with Rachael Richardson ✨🌿

Step away from the rush of daily life and reconnect with the grounding energy of nature. 🌳💫 This outdoor gathering is all about tuning into the earth’s natural rhythms while creating space for your own inner healing.

Together, we’ll explore gentle practices that help release stress, restore balance, and leave you feeling renewed. 🌸🧘‍♀️💖 Surrounded by nature’s beauty, you’ll have the chance to recharge and realign—mind, body, and spirit.

Come as you are, and leave feeling lighter, grounded, and refreshed. 🌎💫🌿

https://bookwhen.com/randomsretreat/e/ev-si0m-20250911190000

Thursday Free Happiness HubAre you watching us and seeing all the fun? 😂🥳🤩Want to bring your family and join our outdoor...
02/09/2025

Thursday Free Happiness Hub

Are you watching us and seeing all the fun? 😂🥳🤩

Want to bring your family and join our outdoor adventures? 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🌳🏕️

I know it can be hard to go to new places or groups, but at Random's Retreat, we welcome everyone like family. 🥰🏡🤝 We put the kettle on, sit and chat, and play with the kids. ☕🗣️👧

Our Thursday Happiness Hub is a safe place for everyone, young, old, alone, or with family. 😊🫂💖 You can join us and be part of our family, too. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🎉🥳

Embark on a journey of profound connection with the equine spirit, exploring the realms of animal healing. 🐴🌿✨ Discover ...
02/09/2025

Embark on a journey of profound connection with the equine spirit, exploring the realms of animal healing. 🐴🌿✨
Discover the power of quantum connections with horses, fostering a unique bond. 🐎💖🌟
This workshop offers an opportunity to delve into the world of holistic healing. 🧘‍♀️🌱📚
You will learn to harness the energetic potential between humans and horses. 🤝💫🐴
Embrace a compassionate approach to well-being. ❤️🕊️😊
Through interactive exercises, you will experience the transformative power of this workshop. 🤸‍♀️🌟📚

https://bookwhen.com/randomsretreat/e/ev-sspn-20250928103000

Join us for an enriching experience that will open your heart and senses. 💖👂🌈

Today, we delve deeper into the specific benefits of EAL for children with SEND. 🧠📚✨EAL can significantly improve variou...
02/09/2025

Today, we delve deeper into the specific benefits of EAL for children with SEND. 🧠📚✨

EAL can significantly improve various aspects of a child's development: 🌟🌱👧

Emotional Regulation: Horses mirror human emotions, helping children become more aware of their feelings and develop strategies for managing them.

Social Skills: EAL provides opportunities to practice communication, cooperation, and teamwork. Activities often require children to work together, fostering empathy and understanding.

Confidence Building: Mastering tasks with horses, no matter how small, can significantly boost a child's self-esteem and sense of accomplishment.

Sensory Integration: The multi-sensory environment of a horse farm can be incredibly beneficial for children with sensory processing difficulties. The sights, sounds, smells, and tactile experiences can help regulate sensory input.

Focus and Attention: Interacting with horses requires focus and attention, helping children improve their concentration skills.

UK Statistic 1: According to research by The Horse Trust, 74% of children with autism showed improved social interaction skills after participating in EAL programs.

UK Statistic 2: A study by Warwick University found that EAL reduced anxiety levels in children with learning disabilities by an average of 30%.

UK Statistic 3: Research from Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) indicates that EAL can improve gross motor skills in children with cerebral palsy by up to 20%.

🌕 Harvest Moon Women’s Circle 🌕This Thursday | 7pm – 8:30pmJoin us for an evening of reflection, release, and reconnecti...
02/09/2025

🌕 Harvest Moon Women’s Circle 🌕
This Thursday | 7pm – 8:30pm

Join us for an evening of reflection, release, and reconnection under the Harvest Moon.

✨ Celebrate your emotional, spiritual, and creative harvest
✨ Let go of what no longer serves you
✨ Connect with lunar energy through meditation, moon gazing, and gentle rituals
✨ Share herbal teas and stories with like-minded women in nature

Bring: a blanket, cushion, or mat for sitting comfortably, and optionally something symbolic to release.

Let’s slow down, realign, and gather in gratitude this full moon.

Book your spot below.

Embark on a journey of profound connection with the equine spirit, exploring the realms of animal healing. 🐴🌿✨ Discover ...
02/09/2025

Embark on a journey of profound connection with the equine spirit, exploring the realms of animal healing. 🐴🌿✨
Discover the power of quantum connections with horses, fostering a unique bond. 🐎💖🌟

This workshop offers an opportunity to delve into the world of holistic healing. 🧘‍♀️🌱📚

You will learn to harness the energetic potential between humans and horses. 🤝💫🐴
Embrace a compassionate approach to well-being. ❤️🕊️😊

Through interactive exercises, you will experience the transformative power of this workshop. 🤸‍♀️🌟📚

https://bookwhen.com/randomsretreat/e/ev-sspn-20250928103000

Join us for an enriching experience that will open your heart and senses. 💖👂🌈

Welcome to our three-day exploration of Equine Assisted Learning (EAL) and its remarkable impact on children living with...
01/09/2025

Welcome to our three-day exploration of Equine Assisted Learning (EAL) and its remarkable impact on children living with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). 🐴✨🎉

Today, we'll define EAL and set the stage for understanding its unique benefits. 🐎🌟🎈
EAL is an experiential learning approach that uses interactions with horses to promote emotional, social, and cognitive growth. 🐴🧠🎈

Unlike therapeutic riding, EAL does not focus on riding skills. 🐎👍✨
Instead, children engage in activities with horses on the ground, fostering valuable life skills through these interactions. 🐴🌟🎉

These activities are carefully designed to help children develop self-awareness, build confidence, improve communication, and enhance problem-solving skills. 🐎🧠🎈

The beauty of EAL lies in its ability to create a safe and supportive environment where children can learn and grow at their own pace, guided by trained facilitators and the intuitive nature of horses. 🐴👍🎉

Horses, as sensitive and perceptive animals, offer immediate and honest feedback. 🐎🌟✨

This allows children to gain insight into their behaviors and emotions in a non-judgmental setting. 🐴🧠🎈

The process promotes self-regulation and emotional intelligence, essential skills for children with SEND. 🐎👍🎉

Address

Behind 52 Fines Road, Medomsley
Consett
DH86QS

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+447586714493

Website

http://www.bookwhen.com/randomsretreat

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