The Wild Mane Project

17/03/2026

Looking for fun and practical learning for your home-educated kids?

Our small group, Home Education Programme offers pony care and outdoor skills sessions designed to build confidence and real-life skills.

It’s a great way for home-educated children & teens to connect & learn.
Interested? Book online at https://www.wildmane.org.uk/book-online

15/03/2026

Wild Child Club were amazing today and battled the elements to be there. They should be proud of themselves 👏 A huge Well done to Maya for passing her Level one First Hoof beats Equine Skills Certificate and badge. 🐴🤩

Each week children will learn Pony skills & Wilderness skills to earn certificates & Badges. 🏅

We also looked at our wildlife 'Badger-cams' that were donated by NatureSpy. We have seen a few snaps of one of the badgers and I have brought the footage to check tonight.

I can't wait to show the Wild kids what I have found on the cameras. As well as TWO badgers, we have some amazing wildlife footage to watch next week! 🎥

Last but not least, a warm welcome to the team Courtney 🥰

13/03/2026

📢 Clear Communication in Your Equine Business 🐴

Instructors and yard owners regularly work with riders who communicate and respond in different ways. This short online session explores how understanding communication, sensory experiences, and interaction around horses can help instructors connect more effectively and get more from their lessons.

📍 Online
⏱ 1 hour
💻 Book online https://www.wildmane.org.uk/book-online

12/03/2026

📷 Your Point of View , Phone Photography for Adults with Ponies, Nature & Landscapes

Ever taken a photo of your horse and something just doesn’t look quite right?

Sometimes it’s where you’re standing, sometimes it’s the angle, and sometimes it’s simply knowing how to frame the shot.

In this outdoor workshop we’ll explore simple ways to take better photos using just your phone, learning how changing your position, angle and framing can completely change the picture.

We’ll practise photographing the ponies and the landscape around us while learning techniques that make your photos stand out.

📅 Sunday 29th March
⏰ 1pm–3pm
💷 £20 per place

Teens who are interested in photography may book on with a paying adult

Limited spaces available.
Book online at https://www.wildmane.org.uk/book-online

12/03/2026

In Tree Explorers, children become woodland detectives — learning how to recognise different trees by their leaves, bark, shapes, and the clues they leave behind.

We’ll explore, investigate, and discover the trees that live around us.

Once you know what to look for, your kids will start to recognise them everywhere.

Perfect for curious kids who love exploring outdoors.

A free Template to take home to practice.

Book online at https://www.wildmane.org.uk/book-online

12/03/2026

🐰 Easter Nature Craft Workshop for Kids 🌳

Sticks, leaves, bark, seeds… nature is full of things waiting to be turned into something fun.

In this workshop, children will explore and use natural materials to create nature crafts.

Perfect for children who like making things and spending time outdoors.

To book visit https://www.wildmane.org.uk/book-online

12/03/2026

We’re hiring at Wild Mane 🐴

We’re looking for a calm and competent Session Support Assistant to help during pony sessions and outdoor activities.

This is a casual role supporting sessions in the field around ponies and participants.

If you’re confident handling horses, sensible around people, and comfortable working outdoors, we’d love to hear from you.

Shortlisted applicants will be invited for a paid trial session.

Apply here:

The Wild Mane Project is looking for a calm, competent and reliable person with horse experience to assist during pony sessions and outdoor activities.

12/03/2026

We are now taking bookings for our adult sessions.

You’ll work in small groups, at a gentle pace, grooming ponies, leading, field tasks, and basic woodland activities, and learning new skills. No horse experience needed.

The next programme starts on the 13th April please complete your interest at https://www.wildmane.org.uk/referrershub/adultreferralform

We accept Employers Referrals, Direct Payment (for people who are already with Adult Social Care), & private payment.

12/03/2026

Monty always seems a bit grumpy. He’s protective over his food and doesn’t always like having his headcollar put on straight away.

But he is my heart horse.

He has a quiet way of supporting you, the herd, and the space around him. He’s reliable and friendly, the kind of horse you can depend on.

He’s also the one who waits behind for Skyla, our mare in foal, keeping an eye on her and making sure she’s alright.

And when you groom him, he’ll stand there for hours while you relax, and he does too.

Monty is rare.

And here at The Wild Mane Project, we love him.

11/03/2026

Skyla’s on maternity leave! 🥰 She’s out in the field each day, grazing, stretching her legs, and keeping close to her herd 🐎🐎 We’re keeping her routine simple and giving her lots of love. Updates soon as we get closer to foaling 🐴

08/03/2026

They’re not just here for the ride. 🐴✨

At Wild Mane, our horses and ponies are our co-facilitators.
They are our colleagues.
They are our partners.

They live outside in a herd, with space to move, graze, and just be.
This isn’t a luxury; it is the foundation of their wellbeing.
Because they are grounded, they are ready to teach us.

They show us trust.
They reflect our boundaries.
They heighten our awareness.

No classroom.
No pressure.
Just real connections on the low.

We are so lucky to share Werneth Low with them every day.

www.wildmane.org.uk

08/03/2026

Dusty is officially out of office. 💤

If you’re looking for him, he’s currently in a very important meeting with a fleece blanket.

We had such a fun session at Wild Child Club today: huge thanks to everyone who came along!

Steadiness supports regulation.
Regulation creates space.
Space allows the learning to sink in.

Don’t skip the rest part. It’s where the magic settles. 🤍

www.wildmane.org.uk