Forest School and Bushcraft in Birmingham
At Bracken Outdoors, I run Forest School and bushcraft sessions in Birmingham and the West Midlands — helping families build skills, confidence, and a lifelong love of nature. Alongside this, I provide training, resources, and online courses for Woodland Leaders who want to grow their outdoor practice and business.
Whether you’re a home-educating family raising capable, resilient children, or a Forest School leader developing the skills to inspire and guide others, I’m here as a partner on your journey to truly belong outside.
Choose your adventure
Tarps & Knots Masterclass: 6-Minute Shelters for Woodland Leaders
Master the skills and systems that make tarp setup simple, reliable, and fast.
This complete online course takes you step-by-step through shelter systems, essential knots, troubleshooting, and real-world teaching strategies — built specifically for Forest School leaders and outdoor educators.
Bushcraft & Forest School Skills on YouTube
On my YouTube channel I share practical, professional resources for Forest School leaders and outdoor educators — from bushcraft tutorials and tool safety guides to equipment reviews, activity ideas, and interviews with practitioners. It’s a space to grow your skills, discover new approaches, and connect with a wider community of leaders.
What people say about Bracken Outdoors
Families
“Bracken is incredibly welcoming, engaging, and skilled. My children have grown in confidence with tools, firelighting, and teamwork — forest school has become the highlight of our week.”
— Faiza
Bushcraft
“I really love coming to Bracken’s bushcraft sessions. I’ve learned firelighting, shelter building, and carving. His sessions have given me more self-confidence and a sense of achievement.”
— Ev, 13
Woodland Leaders
Bracken has an easy, clear way of teaching knots and tarps. The course is beautifully structured, practical, and paced perfectly. Highly recommended for outdoor leaders.”
— Online course participant
Join the Bracken Outdoors Community
Be part of a growing community of families and outdoor leaders who want to build skills, confidence, and connection in the woods. When you join, you’ll get:
Free resources and activity ideas
Early access to events and courses
Occasional reflections and updates from the woods