Westerlands in West Sussex offers a back-to-nature experience with equestrian wellness sessions led by stable manager Elly Middleton and wellness coach Gemma Peterson. Participants can spend time with horses, slow down, and recharge, learning mindfulness techniques from the animals. The farm, owned by the Jamison family, is transitioning into a regenerative farm managed for nature, with a focus on increasing biodiversity and protecting the environment.
Accommodation options at Westerlands include off-grid cabins and cottages, with the newest cabin, Timber Country, offering sweeping countryside views and a covered outdoor bath. The farm also features a WildSpa with a sauna and spring-fed plunge pool, a Rose Room for treatments like reflexology, and a WildFit outdoor green gym. Visitors can enjoy horseback riding through the farm and countryside, with options for riders of all levels and ages, as well as horse connection sessions for non-riders.
The farm’s focus on restoration and community building includes limited livestock, beekeeping, planting edible hedgerows, and rewilding efforts. Westerlands aims to create a peaceful and accessible space for everyone to connect with nature. Participants in the equine wellness workshops are encouraged to slow down, be present, and learn from the therapeutic benefits of being with horses. The transformative experience at Westerlands leaves visitors feeling rejuvenated and inspired by the healing power of nature.
