LRSN Women in Wellies

LRSN's Women in Wellies project creates opportunities for women in farming, agriculture and horticulture to come together and meet socially, the provision of health and wellbeing support.

The sessions are led by an LRSN Nurses, who can offer health screening checks alongside a focus on delivering health information, awareness raising and supporting improved wellbeing.

Delivering sessions across Lincolnshire and North/North East Lincolnshire x 7 sessions between October 2024 and February 2025.

Here's what's coming up...

24th July - Women in Wellies Go Batty!
Join us for a magical summer evening exploring the nocturnal world of bats at the beautiful Rauceby Hall estate.

We’ll begin the evening with refreshments and a friendly catch-up in the Hall. As part of our continuing support for health and wellbeing, Nurse Rach will be on hand to offer private health checks in a quiet room at the venue.

Once the sun begins to set, we’ll head into the parkland for a guided walk around the lake, where we’ll be using bat detectors to listen for Daubenton’s bats over the water and, if we’re lucky, pipistrelles and noctules in the surrounding trees and open spaces. Helen Scarborough from the local bat group will be leading the walk and sharing her expertise – she’ll even be setting up a thermal camera overlooking the lake for an extra-special view of these amazing creatures in action. Click here to book.

1st August - Stretch and Strengthen with Olivia Brown - Lower body focus
Join us for a transformative session with sports therapist Olivia Brown. In this session, we'll focus on the lower body, helping you release tension, improve mobility, and enhance strength.

Whether you're recovering from an injury or just looking to optimise your performance, this session is designed to help you feel stronger, more balanced, and pain-free. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to work with Olivia. This session is a great way to support your overall long-term wellbeing. Click here to book. 

13th August - River dipping in the river Bain 11.00-1.00 River Bain, Horncastle
Whether you come alone or bring the kids, this event is perfect for everyone. River dipping is a fascinating activity that allows you to explore the rich aquatic life in rivers. It involves wading into shallow parts of a river and using nets or other tools to catch and observe various aquatic creatures, such as fish and macroinvertebrates.

Looking for macroinvertebrates, like mayfly nymphs, caddisfly larvae, and stonefly nymphs, is a great way to monitor water quality. These creatures are sensitive to pollution and changes in their environment, making them excellent indicators of river health. By observing the presence and abundance of these species, we can assess water quality and detect any potential issues.

It’s a fun, hands-on activity and an opportunity to learn about the ecosystem and the species that call the river home. Click here to book

5th September - Stretch and Strengthen with Olivia Brown - Upper body focus
Join us for a transformative session with sports therapist Olivia Brown. The second session will shift to the upper body, targeting flexibility, alignment, and injury prevention to keep you moving at your best. This session is designed not only to address current discomfort but also to teach you techniques you can use going forward to take better care of your body and support your long-term wellbeing. Click here to book. 

17th September - Sleep Well: Tips & Advice for a Better Night’s Rest
Join us for a relaxing and informative session with sleep specialists Elaine and Maxine, who will share practical advice and helpful hints on how to improve your sleep quality and tackle common sleep issues. Click here to book.

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