The Wilderness Project - Bushcraft in Mid Wales

Description

Real Bushcraft, Navigation, and Countryside Expeditions in Wales

The Wilderness Project providers authentic countryside experiences, hands-on bushcraft courses, mountain navigation training, and multi-day wilderness expeditions. Operating primarily out of the stunning hills and mountains of the Cambrian Mountains and Mid-Wales, they are dedicated to connecting people with the skills, confidence and appreciation of the great outdoors.

Whether you are looking to learn wild foraging and primitive survival skills, gain the confidence to safely navigate rugged mountain terrain, or embark on a multi-day unsupported wild camp trek, their team of expert outdoor instructors offers comprehensive, professional guidance for all levels. 

What They Offer

• Bushcraft Courses: Hands-on and engaging public, private and bespoke bushcraft experiences run from dedicated woodland sites. Learn fire-lighting, shelter building, foraging, and outdoor crafting.
• Navigation Experiences: Tailored courses designed to develop your confidence and expertise to safely plan routes and explore the hills and mountains of the UK.
• Wilderness Expeditions: Fully supported multi-day treks, such as their signature 4-day Cambrian Mountains expedition) combining initial instructor-led training with independent wild country days, remote supervision, and exclusive wild camping.
• Group & Bespoke Bookings: Flexible dates and custom programmes for private groups, private parties, and adult adventurers.

Who They Cater For

• Adult Adventurers & Solo Walkers: Individuals looking to build real backcountry confidence, map-reading independence, or survival skills in a friendly environment.
• Private Groups & Couples: Friends or couples seeking a memorable, off-grid challenge or weekend escape in nature.
• Schools, Youth & Duke of Edinburgh (DofE): As part of Learn Outdoors, they deliver structured educational outdoor training, expedition support, and youth development programmes.
• Corporate Teams: Teams looking for unique outdoor bonding, leadership exercises, and bushcraft challenges in Mid-Wales.

UK Activity Breaks: Why We Love The Wilderness Project

Authentic Backcountry Mastery: They don't just take you for a walk, they teach you genuine wilderness self-reliance, from map-reading to primitive shelter building.

Top Tip: If you're booking their multi-day Wilderness Expedition, take advantage of their pre-expedition kit review service. Getting your pack weight and gear dialled in before heading out into the wild country makes all the difference when wild camping!

Start your bushcraft journey and book your wilderness experience today.