Lou is the owner of Cragend Farm with her husband Shaun, and deals with everything from Holiday Accommodation inquiries to egg collection from the chickens; she is the social media and web design finger-tapper.
Forest bathing is a wellness motivator for many people, especially those seeking stress relief, better mental health, and a more mindful lifestyle.
Ask us for information about using our space for this amazing experience.
Why?
Mental health focus: We are increasingly prioritising stress reduction and emotional well-being, and forest bathing (shinrin-yoku) is often recommended for anxiety and burnout.
Nature connection: There’s a growing recognition of the benefits of spending time outdoors, especially after long periods of indoor work or digital overload.
Research support: Studies suggest that spending time in nature can lower cortisol (stress hormone), improve mood, and boost immune function — which drives interest and adoption.
Holistic wellness movement: Forest bathing is akin to mindfulness, eco-therapy, and intentional living, which we offer as a opportunity to recharge your batteries.
Find Out More About Cragend
Cragend Farm has a interesting and diverse history, from technical innovations to historic buildings. Tied in closely to the neighbouring Cragside Estate home of Victorian inventor and industrialist Lord Armstrong.
Wonderful Dog Friendly B&B and self catering cottage, Amazing unique historic site, (featured on TV: Matt Baker’s Travels with Mum & Dad North East)
Original Cragside Architecture and Machinery. Celtic Camp and Ducal Border Reiver settlement, remodelled by Victorian Lord Armstrong of Cragside as his show case for hydraulic machinery.
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