Echo Valley
Our woodland and meadow sanctuary in Pembrokeshire, where nature meets community
A Hub for Wellbeing
Echo Valley is more than just a place - it's a living, breathing community space where people can reconnect with nature, find peace, and build meaningful connections with others.
Set in the heart of Pembrokeshire, this woodland and meadow space serves as our primary hub for workshops, retreats, therapeutic services, and community gatherings. Every aspect of Echo Valley is designed to nurture wellbeing and foster a deep respect for the natural world.
What Happens at Echo Valley
A diverse range of activities and programmes, all centred on nature connection and community wellbeing
Fire Gatherings
Regular community events featuring music, storytelling, food, and connection around the flames
Workshops & Retreats
Immersive experiences focused on nature therapy, mindfulness, creativity, and personal growth
Nature-Based Counselling
Professional therapeutic services in partnership with You First Counselling CIC
Woodland Regeneration
Community-led projects to restore and enhance our woodland ecosystem
Educational Programmes
School groups and educational workshops teaching sustainability and nature connection
Food Growing
Community gardens and sustainable food production initiatives
Beekeeping
Learning about and supporting pollinators through sustainable beekeeping practices
Wellness Facilities
Sauna and cold plunge facilities coming soon for holistic wellbeing
Our Vision for Echo Valley
We envision Echo Valley as a thriving ecosystem where human and natural communities flourish together. Our goals include:
- Creating a permanent outdoor wellbeing centre accessible to all
- Establishing sustainable infrastructure including eco-cabins and facilities
- Developing a forest school for children and young people
- Expanding therapeutic services and mental health support
- Growing our regenerative agriculture and food production
- Hosting regular community events and celebrations
- Becoming a model for community-led nature conservation
Working Together
The Echo Valley Project is made possible through collaboration with amazing organisations.
PAVS
Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services
Supporting community organisations across Pembrokeshire with training, funding advice, and volunteer coordination.
The National Lottery Heritage Fund
Investing in heritage projects that bring communities together and protect our natural spaces for future generations.
UnLtd
The UK's leading support network for social entrepreneurs, helping create positive social change.
Woodland Trust
The UK's largest woodland conservation charity, protecting and restoring ancient woodland and creating new native woodland.
Collaborations & Partnerships
Echo Valley occasionally hosts other facilitators and organisations for special workshops, events, and joint projects. We believe in the power of collaboration to create lasting impact on mental health, social connection, and resilience in our community.
Partnership Spotlight
You First Counselling CIC
We're proud to partner with You First Counselling CIC to offer accessible, nature-based counselling services at Echo Valley. This collaboration brings professional therapeutic support into natural settings, with some funded sessions available during workshops.