Ravine

Ravine South Belfast Social Enterprise & Nature Reserve
Free Training and Work Experience for Young People

Ravine is a conservation project where young people with mental health issues can gain work experience with specialists in horticulture and agriculture helping to promote and conserve the unique wildlife and natural habitats of our site. Ravine hosts 2 social enterprises, Market Garden and Explore, as well as a Patron Programme for local businesses at our site on the outskirts of Belfast. 100% of

the profit from these are re-invested into Ravine to support current and future trainees. During their time with Ravine, our trainees will work towards gaining OCN Qualification in Horticulture and a John Muir Award; awarded for growing awareness and responsibility for the natural environment.

Introduction to Foraging Workshop 🌿👇Discover the wild food growing all around us! Join us at Ravine for a relaxed, pract...
08/09/2026

Introduction to Foraging Workshop 🌿👇

Discover the wild food growing all around us! Join us at Ravine for a relaxed, practical introduction to the fascinating world of foraging🌱

Explore our nature reserve and market garden while learning how to:
🔎 Identify common edible wild plants
🌿 Discover seasonal plants and their traditional uses
🥣 Explore ways to enjoy wild ingredients
🐝 Forage responsibly while protecting local wildlife and habitats

No previous experience needed — just bring your curiosity and a love of the outdoors!

Details for upcoming workshops:
📅 Mondays; 21st September / 5th October / 19th October
⏰ 5:00pm–7:00pm
📍 Ravine, Knockbracken Healthcare Park
💷 £35 per person

Book now using the link (link also in bio): https://www.ravine-ni.com/events

🌱 Spaces are limited and bookings are on a first come, first serve basis!

Ravine Muddy Tots Explore for Kids Walking-age to 6🌳Join us on Friday mornings at Ravine for a fun-filled day of outdoor...
07/09/2026

Ravine Muddy Tots Explore for Kids Walking-age to 6🌳

Join us on Friday mornings at Ravine for a fun-filled day of outdoor education activities for Parents and Tots walking aged to 6. Perfect for young families who want to spend some time in nature together!

This outdoor children's nature workshop includes:
- Outdoor games
- Nature-based arts and crafts
- Forest skills
- Hands-on learning in a beautiful natural setting

Details:
📅Date: Fridays; 4th September / 11th September / 18th September / 25th September
🕙Time: 10am - 12pm

📍Location: Ravine NI, Unit 52, Knockbracken Healthcare Park, Saintfield Road, Belfast, BT8 8BH

Book now through the link (also in bio): https://www.ravine-ni.com/events

Perfect for school holidays and young nature lovers.

Introduction to Foraging Workshop 🌿👇Discover the wild food growing all around us! Join us at Ravine for a relaxed, pract...
04/09/2026

Introduction to Foraging Workshop 🌿👇

Discover the wild food growing all around us! Join us at Ravine for a relaxed, practical introduction to the fascinating world of foraging🌱

Explore our nature reserve and market garden while learning how to:
🔎 Identify common edible wild plants
🌿 Discover seasonal plants and their traditional uses
🥣 Explore ways to enjoy wild ingredients
🐝 Forage responsibly while protecting local wildlife and habitats

No previous experience needed — just bring your curiosity and a love of the outdoors!

Details for upcoming workshops:
📅 Mondays; 7th September / 21st September / 5th October / 19th October
⏰ 5:00pm–7:00pm
📍 Ravine, Knockbracken Healthcare Park
💷 £35 per person

Book now using the link (link also in bio): https://www.ravine-ni.com/events

🌱 Spaces are limited and bookings are on a first come, first serve basis!

Ravine Training & Work Experience for young people (18-24) 🌱Our programme provides a supportive nature-based learning en...
02/09/2026

Ravine Training & Work Experience for young people (18-24) 🌱

Our programme provides a supportive nature-based learning environment for young people facing mental health challenges to develop new skills, gain accredited qualifications and improve their mental and physical wellbeing🌟

Included in the programme:
- Level 1 OCN in Horticulture
- Level 1 OCN in Personal Success & Wellbeing
- Employability Support & Work Experience
- Personalised Future Options Plan
- Free Uniform
- Travel Allowance

How to join:
Drop us a message or complete a referral form through the link (link also in bio): https://www.ravine-ni.com/training

One of our team will then be in touch to assist with next steps🌻

Who can refer:
We welcome self-referrals & referrals from healthcare professionals, agencies, or organisations supporting young people facing mental health challenges💚

Ravine Muddy Tots Explore for Kids Walking-age to 6🌳Join us at Ravine for a fun-filled day of outdoor education activiti...
01/09/2026

Ravine Muddy Tots Explore for Kids Walking-age to 6🌳

Join us at Ravine for a fun-filled day of outdoor education activities for Parents and Tots walking aged to 6. Perfect for young families who want to spend some time in nature together!

This outdoor children's nature workshop includes:
- Outdoor games
- Nature-based arts and crafts
- Forest skills
- Hands-on learning in a beautiful natural setting

Details:
📅Date: Fridays; 4th September / 11th September / 18th September / 25th September
🕙Time: 10am - 12pm

📍Location: Ravine NI, Unit 52, Knockbracken Healthcare Park, Saintfield Road, Belfast, BT8 8BH

Book now through the link (also in bio): https://www.ravine-ni.com/events

Perfect for school holidays and young nature lovers.

31/08/2026

Nature Reserve on the outskirts of South Belfast!
Save this for next time you are looking for things to do in Belfast ...we got you covered! 💫

Immerse yourself in nature and discover:

🗺️2km Nature Trail
💡Training & Work Experience Programme
🐸Wildlife Pond
🪴Therapy Garden
& much more!

📍Ravine, Unit 52, Knockbracken Healthcare Park, Saintfield Road, Belfast BT8 8BH

30/08/2026

Shaped by community💚

The Ravine Project wouldn't be what it is today without the help of our trainees, volunteers, staff, site visitors and YOU, our social followers, so thank you!

Are you 18-24 and ready for a new challenge? Learn more about our Training and Work Experience opportunity below OR drop us a message:

Develop new skills and gain qualifications in a supportive learning environment at our South Belfast Nature Reserve whilst working alongside industry specialists in our Social Enterprises🌱

When you join us, you will receive:
- Level 1 OCN in Horticulture
- Level 1 OCN in Personal Success & Wellbeing
- Employability Support
- Personalised Future Options Plan
- Free Uniform
- Travel Allowance

We welcome self-referrals & referrals from healthcare professionals, agencies, or organisations supporting young people facing mental health challenges✏️

Interested??
DM us to receive an online referral form OR follow the link in our bio!

Introduction to Foraging Workshop 🌿👇Discover the wild food growing all around us! Join us at Ravine this September for a...
28/08/2026

Introduction to Foraging Workshop 🌿👇

Discover the wild food growing all around us! Join us at Ravine this September for a relaxed, practical introduction to the fascinating world of foraging🌱

Explore our nature reserve and market garden while learning how to:
🔎 Identify common edible wild plants
🌿 Discover seasonal plants and their traditional uses
🥣 Explore ways to enjoy wild ingredients
🐝 Forage responsibly while protecting local wildlife and habitats

No previous experience needed — just bring your curiosity and a love of the outdoors!

Details for upcoming workshops:
📅 Mondays; 7th September / 21st September / 5th October / 19th October
⏰ 5:00pm–7:00pm
📍 Ravine, Knockbracken Healthcare Park
💷 £35 per person

Book now using the link (link also in bio): https://www.ravine-ni.com/events

🌱 Spaces are limited and bookings are on a first come, first serve basis!

Address

Ravine, Unit 52 Knockbracken Healthcare Park, Saintfield Road
Belfast
BT88BH

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 1pm

Telephone

+442893356730

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