ABOUT POLARIS BUSHCRAFT
POLARIS BUSHCRAFT HERTFORDSHIRE
Polaris Bushcraft is an award-winning bushcraft and survival school based in a private ancient woodland in Bayford, Hertfordshire, just one hour from London. Since 2012, we've been inspiring people of all ages to reconnect with nature through hands-on bushcraft, survival and traditional woodland skills.
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Whether you're taking your first steps into bushcraft, looking to deepen your outdoor knowledge or working towards a nationally recognised qualification, our expert-led courses provide practical, immersive learning in a beautiful natural setting. From day workshops and weekend adventures to family experiences and professional training, every course is designed to build confidence, develop skills and foster a lifelong appreciation for the natural world.
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At Polaris Bushcraft, we believe the best way to learn is by doing. Our experienced instructors share a passion for traditional woodland crafts, sustainable living and responsible access to the countryside, helping every visitor leave with new skills, lasting memories and a deeper connection to nature.​
An outdoor learning practitioner, planner and leader, Graham is committed to best practice standards and ethics in Outdoor Learning.
o Accredited Practitioner of the Institute for Outdoor Learning (APIOL)
o NCFE Level 4 Bushcraft Leadership Award
o NCFE Practical Ethnobotany and Plant Identification
o Archery GB Qualified Archery Instructor
o CRB Checked, First Aid qualified
o Full Public Liability insurance
YOUR OUTDOOR CLASSROOM
All courses are based around an expedition style camp with a covered communal area at the heart. A kettle is constantly on the fire, biscuit tin, tea, coffee, water and squash are provided, so students can make drinks at any time.
The site has a cabin with a low environmental impact composting toilet. Hand washing bowls, soap, hand sanitiser and antibacterial wipes are provided to ensure good camp hygiene.
Our maximum course and day workshop size is 14, and lessons are planned to give instruction and demonstrations of techniques followed by plenty of hands on practice.
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45 acre private ancient woodland
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No public footpaths
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Access controlled
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Secure car park
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Campfire area
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Composting toilet facilities
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Wildlife
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Hot drinks and squash provided
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One hour from London by car or direct train (Bayford station)
WOODLAND WILDERNESS CAMPING
At Polaris Bushcraft, our courses are designed to be accessible to complete beginners as well as experienced outdoor enthusiasts. We provide the specialist teaching equipment, tools and expertise—you simply need to bring the essentials to stay comfortable throughout the weekend.
SLEEP SET UP
For accommodation you are expected to bring your own tent or tarp, however, if you do not have access to one please let us know and we will arrange to lend you your choice of either a tent or a tarp on a first come first served basis. If you would like to sleep in your natural shelter, we can lend you a bivi bag to keep you dry.
We believe that lack of equipment should not prevent people from experiencing the great outdoors. All knives, saws and tools required for our learning sessions are provided for all participants.
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FOOD & COOKING
Our weekend courses operate on a self-catering basis, so you'll need to bring your own food. We've put together some quick and easy camp meal ideas are here.
Water, campfire kettle, hot drinks and squash are provided free of charge and are available at all times.
We ask all guests to be mindful of the equipment and food they bring onto the site in order to keep wastage, rubbish and recycling to a minimum.
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SECURE CAR PARK​
​​From our car park there is a short walk down to the base camp. Whether you’re joining us for the day or a weekend, we will transport any bags and equipment you do not wish to carry down to the camp area in our vehicle.
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WHAT SHOULD I BRING ON A BUSHCRAFT WEEKEND?
Questions about what to bring on your bushcraft weekend? I've put together a packing check list here.