a place for outside people
what we do
We started with a simple idea – bring people together to spend time outside. Now, the club is a growing, community-led movement expanding across the UK, guided by our monthly Wildish Guide.
It’s completely free to join and made possible by sales of our Wildish Coffee.
why do we do it?
Because a few years ago we were really lonely. We felt like outsiders. Starting the Wildish Club helped us find more outside people and now we're not lonely anymore.
We believe that when you find something good, it should be shared. So we want to make sure that every place has a space for outside people.
So wherever you find yourself, you will find like-minded folk nearby.
what our members say
"Each event introduces us to something new—beautiful places, inspiring people, and hands-on activities. We’ve learned skills, made lasting friendships, and feel part of something special."
— Matt & Rebecca
"Wildish Club has been a lifeline. Moving to a rural area, we struggled to meet people—until we found this community. Now, we have friendships, a sense of belonging, and a deeper appreciation for where we live."
— Nicky & Martin
"Wildish has given me the chance to explore, connect, and try things I never would have done alone. From fly fishing to creative workshops, it's been a gateway to new friendships and experiences."
— Tamsin
how we do it
We have Wildish Clubs and Wildish Guides.
Our Wildish Clubs go on Wildish Walks.
These are slow walks, enjoyed by curious people. They are free, and anyone can join. They typically involve good coffee, good people and spending a couple of hours getting lost in nature and learning something new.
Once a month we make a Wildish Guide. We send them to our newsletter subscribers and we make them to inspire as many people as possible to spend more time outside.
Clubs sometimes host workshops. These are affordable events focused on learning a specific activity with the help of a professional.
how we fund it
In a world where everything feels transactional, we want Wildish Club to be different.
That’s why our Wildish Walks will always be free to attend—because community and connection shouldn’t come with a price tag.
As a Community Interest Company, we’re legally bound to be not-for-profit. Any event or workshop with a cost is simply to cover expenses, not to make money.
That said, keeping Wildish Club going takes support. We’re lucky to be funded through grants, private companies, optional memberships, donations, Wildish Bags, and Wildish Club Coffee.
Every purchase or contribution helps us bring more people together outside.
want to join us?
We currently have clubs across the UK and more are starting all the time.
If you're lucky enough to have one of these clubs near you, then check out what they're getting up to and get involved.
If there isn't a club near you yet, don't worry, you can still join the Wildish Club, enjoy our Wildish Guides and find people near you to get outside with via our WhatsApp groups.
Our goal is for every place to have a Wildish Club, so hopefully you will have one near you soon.
If you would like to get involved and become a host. You can learn more here.
📖 get the wildish guide to getting outside
Plus our weekly newsletter on all things Wildish. Read by thousands every Sunday.
we are supported by:
Wildish (previously BearMade), they make bags for wildish people.
We also receive grant funding from Nidderdale AONB and The Yorkshire Dales Millennium Trust.
You can support the Wildish Club directly by purchasing one of our Supporter or Absolute Legend memberships.
📖 get the wildish guide to getting outside
plus our weekly newsletter on all things Wildish. Read by thousands every Sunday.