Women In Wellies

The Women In Wellies project will create opportunities for women in farming, agriculture, and horticulture to come together, meet socially, and develop peer support relationships while also creating opportunities for LRSN to provide health and wellbeing support. The sessions will be led by one of the LRSN nurses, who will offer health screening checks alongside a focus on delivering health information, awareness raising, and supporting improved wellbeing. 

Starting from the 1st of April 2025, we will be introducing a non-refundable £5 booking charge per person for each session. This decision has not been made lightly, but as our funding for this wonderful initiative is limited and to ensure we can continue providing high-quality support and resources, this small charge will help us cover essential costs and reduce the impact of missed appointments.

Please rest assured that every penny we receive is directly reinvested into our work within the local community. As a non-profit organisation, we are working hard to bring this valuable project to life, and this small change will help us continue offering the support and resources that we know make such a difference to so many women in farming.

Just to clarify, any new bookings made from the 1st of April onwards will be subject to the £5 booking charge, which will be processed through Eventbrite. All existing bookings, as well as any made before this date for events taking place after the 1st of April, are confirmed and will not be charged.

Come along to one of the following Women In Wellies events, we'd love to see you there...

22 May - Wild medicine walk 9.30-12.30 Jenny's Wood, Wyberton

Come for a walk through the woods with Fenland Natural Health and find out which plants and flowers have medicinal qualities. Join our Women in Wellies team for a spot of gentle exercise before indulging in a piece of cake and a well-being chat. Click here to book  

24 July - Women in Wellies Go Batty!

Join us for a magical summer evening exploring the nocturnal world of bats at the beautiful Rauceby Hall estate.

We’ll begin the evening with refreshments and a friendly catch-up in the Hall. As part of our continuing support for health and wellbeing, Nurse Rach will be on hand to offer private health checks in a quiet room at the venue.

Once the sun begins to set, we’ll head into the parkland for a guided walk around the lake, where we’ll be using bat detectors to listen for Daubenton’s bats over the water and, if we’re lucky, pipistrelles and noctules in the surrounding trees and open spaces. Helen Scarborough from the local bat group will be leading the walk and sharing her expertise – she’ll even be setting up a thermal camera overlooking the lake for an extra-special view of these amazing creatures in action. Click here to book.

1 August - Stretch and Strengthen with Olivia Brown - Lower body focus

Join us for a transformative session with sports therapist Olivia Brown. In this session, we'll focus on the lower body, helping you release tension, improve mobility, and enhance strength.

Whether you're recovering from an injury or just looking to optimise your performance, this session is designed to help you feel stronger, more balanced, and pain-free. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to work with Olivia. This session is a great way to support your overall long-term wellbeing. Click here to book. 

13 August - River dipping in the river Bain 11.00-1.00 River Bain, Horncastle

Whether you come alone or bring the kids, this event is perfect for everyone. River dipping is a fascinating activity that allows you to explore the rich aquatic life in rivers. It involves wading into shallow parts of a river and using nets or other tools to catch and observe various aquatic creatures, such as fish and macroinvertebrates.

Looking for macroinvertebrates, like mayfly nymphs, caddisfly larvae, and stonefly nymphs, is a great way to monitor water quality. These creatures are sensitive to pollution and changes in their environment, making them excellent indicators of river health. By observing the presence and abundance of these species, we can assess water quality and detect any potential issues.

It’s a fun, hands-on activity and an opportunity to learn about the ecosystem and the species that call the river home. Click here to book

5 September - Stretch and Strengthen with Olivia Brown - Upper body focus

Join us for a transformative session with sports therapist Olivia Brown. The second session will shift to the upper body, targeting flexibility, alignment, and injury prevention to keep you moving at your best. This session is designed not only to address current discomfort but also to teach you techniques you can use going forward to take better care of your body and support your long-term wellbeing. Click here to book. 

17 September - Sleep Well: Tips & Advice for a Better Night’s Rest

Join us for a relaxing and informative session with sleep specialists Elaine and Maxine, who will share practical advice and helpful hints on how to improve your sleep quality and tackle common sleep issues. Click here to book.

The Women In Wellies Project is funded by