Our story

Built around teaching properly.

TJ Bushcraft grew out of a simple belief: bushcraft is best learned in the woods, alongside someone who has done it for a long time, at a pace that fits the group.

Every day we run is shaped by who is turning up. A primary-school session looks nothing like a corporate away-day, and a family afternoon looks nothing like a stag day in the woods. What stays the same is the care taken to plan it, the skills we teach, and the woodland we work in.

We don't try to do everything. We do tailored outdoor experiences for the people who come to us — quietly, properly, and with a fire on at lunchtime. Read a few words from past groups if you'd like a feel for how that lands in practice.

What we believe

The things we never compromise on.

  • Skills, taught properly

    Real techniques, in real woodland, the way they actually work. No theatre, no shortcuts, no “survival” gimmicks.

  • People before plans

    The group in front of us shapes the day. We listen, adapt, and pace the session to suit who is there.

  • Respect the woods

    Leave no trace, work with the landscape, and pass on a quiet love for being outside.

  • Safety, quietly

    Risk assessed before the day. Calm and unfussy on the day. Never lectured about — just done.

The team

Meet Tony and James.

Tony and James cooking over an open fire at an outdoor event

TJ Bushcraft is run by Tony and James, who share a genuine passion for the outdoors and creating memorable hands-on experiences. Tony has been immersed in bushcraft for nearly 30 years, travelling across the UK, learning practical outdoor skills and building a deep appreciation for life outdoors. James discovered his passion more recently, but has embraced it wholeheartedly, rapidly developing his skills and experience through dedication, practice, and a love of learning.

Together, they combine experience, enthusiasm, and a practical down-to-earth approach to delivering outdoor experiences that are engaging, educational, and great fun.

The best way to know us

Get us in the woods with your group.

Send a quick enquiry and we'll come back with a tailored experience suggestion for you.

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