Welcome to Wylderne

Welcome to Wylderne at The Wilderness Centre.

The Wilderness Centre is an iconic venue in the Forest of Dean, whose facilities, history, location, and ecological vitality make it the natural place for people to connect with each other, and with Nature.

In October 2023 Wylderne Limited was created and registered as a Community Benefit Society (CBS) with the Financial Conduct Authority. Wylderne Limited CBS intends to buy The Wilderness Centre and put it back into the hands of the community through the support of a CBS Share Membership Scheme.

The purpose is to support local people and the local economy to benefit families, community and the natural environment.

Children and young people are at the heart of this vision. Building thriving lives through good mental and physical health with an appreciation of the natural world will be a central theme in Wylderne CBS and The Wilderness Centre’s programmes and activities.

Simply put, Wylderne at The Wilderness Centre has the unique potential to evolve into a pivotal community role.

Our vision

Wylderne Ltd CBS is led by social purpose;

Is not for profit - all surplus income will be invested back into the CBS

is asset locked - all assets belong to the CBS

is democratically owned - every member has one vote

is driven by members - our Board is elected by and from the members.

Members will own at least one share in the CBS. The members own and control the organisation and membership is open to individuals and organisations who support the purpose of Wylderne CBS Limited.

How to become a member

In July 2024 we will be holding a community share issue to raise capital towards the purchase of the freehold of The Wilderness Centre.

Membership is open to individuals over the age of 16, corporate bodies and unincorporated associations who support the society's objectives.

Potential members must provide their name, address, email address and telephone number.

If you would like to register your interest in becoming a Member of Wylderne Limited CBS, please complete the form below.