Events and training from our network
Growing With Nature
The polytunnel, Vine Road Recreation Ground, Vine Road, London, SW13 0NE
14 Mar 2026 | Accredited training
Permaculture, regenerative growing, agro-ecology; what does it all mean? There are lots of different terms used to describe sustainable growing, and in this workshop, we will attempt to demystify some of these approaches. We will also look at how to work with nature to make the most of your growing space. This will include understanding light levels and terms such as ‘part shade’ and ‘full shade’, how to be ‘water-wise’, and how to create wildlife habitat in your growing area.
Permaculture, regenerative growing, agro-ecology; what does it all mean? There are lots of different terms used to describe sustainable growing, and in this workshop, we will attempt to demystify some of these approaches. We will also look at how to work with nature to make the most of your growing space. This will include understanding light levels and terms such as ‘part shade’ and ‘full shade’, how to be ‘water-wise’, and how to create wildlife habitat in your growing area.
Fundraising for Community Food Growing
Brockwell Hall, Brockwell Park SE24
14 Mar 2026 | Accredited training
The workshop will bring together community food growers to discuss funding needs and discover current opportunities. We will be joined by Integrate Agency who share expertise on fundraising methods including crowdfunding, corporate sponsorship and grants. Come along to meet Lambeth food growers, work on your fundraising plan and get inspired!
The event is open to community food growing projects based in Lambeth. It's FREE to attend and a tasty, vegetarian lunch will be provided.
The workshop will bring together community food growers to discuss funding needs and discover current opportunities. We will be joined by Integrate Agency who share expertise on fundraising methods including crowdfunding, corporate sponsorship and grants. Come along to meet Lambeth food growers, work on your fundraising plan and get inspired!
The event is open to community food growing projects based in Lambeth. It's FREE to attend and a tasty, vegetarian lunch will be provided.
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Gardeniser Pro course (hybrid course - 3 sessions at Oxford City Farm, 5 sessions online)
Oxford City Farm Cornwallis Rd, Oxford 0X4 3NH
18 Mar 2026 | Accredited training
Gardeniser (Garden-organiser) is an in-depth course covering everything but the practical gardening side of running a community garden or city farm.
Join us for an 8 week course starting on 18th March - 13th May and become a licensed Gardeniser!
Gardeniser (Garden-organiser) is an in-depth course covering everything but the practical gardening side of running a community garden or city farm.
Join us for an 8 week course starting on 18th March - 13th May and become a licensed Gardeniser!
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Introduction to forest gardening
Edible Landscapes London, Finsbury Park
21 Mar 2026 | Accredited training
This workshop gives you the tools you need to design a low maintenance, high yield, biodiversity-rich forest garden
This workshop gives you the tools you need to design a low maintenance, high yield, biodiversity-rich forest garden
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Making Forest Garden Designs Collaboratively
Edible Landscapes London, Finsbury Park
22 Mar 2026 | Accredited training
Join Rakesh Rootsman Rak for a half-day workshop exploring how groups can co-create abundant, resilient forest garden systems—and how simple sociocratic tools can support smoother teamwork, clearer communication, and shared decision-making throughout the design process.
Join Rakesh Rootsman Rak for a half-day workshop exploring how groups can co-create abundant, resilient forest garden systems—and how simple sociocratic tools can support smoother teamwork, clearer communication, and shared decision-making throughout the design process.
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Spring Propagation
EcoLocal The Lodge, Honeywood Walk, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 3NX
28 Mar 2026 | Accredited training
Hands-on workshop learning how to propagate plants by seed, cuttings, division and layering. Our expert RHS qualified tutor will guide you through the different techniques. Lots of propagated material to take home.
Hands-on workshop learning how to propagate plants by seed, cuttings, division and layering. Our expert RHS qualified tutor will guide you through the different techniques. Lots of propagated material to take home.
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Organic Lawn Care
EcoLocal The Lodge, Honeywood Walk, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 3NX
18 Apr 2026 | Accredited training
Discover the secret to a healthier, greener lawn – naturally!
Our organic lawn care workshop has been exclusively designed to give you the knowledge to maintain a lush, vibrant lawn without the chemicals.
Whether you’re starting from scratch or improving your current patch, our expert will guide you toward a more sustainable and eco-friendly lawn.
Discover the secret to a healthier, greener lawn – naturally!
Our organic lawn care workshop has been exclusively designed to give you the knowledge to maintain a lush, vibrant lawn without the chemicals.
Whether you’re starting from scratch or improving your current patch, our expert will guide you toward a more sustainable and eco-friendly lawn.
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The Conscious Kitchen
OmVed Gardens
18 Apr 2026 | Accredited training
A hands-on course exploring sustainable cooking, zero-waste practices, and the connection between food, community, and the environment. Hosted in the OmVed Gardens Kitchen, this eight-part series of workshops will transform how you cook and eat, whether you're looking to reduce waste, experiment with fermentation, or embrace plant-based alternatives.
Join us for the full course at a discounted rate, or drop into individual sessions for a deep dive into a specific topic.
A hands-on course exploring sustainable cooking, zero-waste practices, and the connection between food, community, and the environment. Hosted in the OmVed Gardens Kitchen, this eight-part series of workshops will transform how you cook and eat, whether you're looking to reduce waste, experiment with fermentation, or embrace plant-based alternatives.
Join us for the full course at a discounted rate, or drop into individual sessions for a deep dive into a specific topic.
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Community Orcharding course (Level 3) at RHS Wisley
RHS Wisley, Woking, GU23 8QB
22 Apr 2026 | Accredited training
Join us at RHS Wisley’s inspirational garden to learn everything you need to know about creating and managing orchards. The course combines 10 action-packed, face-to-face training days and over 100 high-quality online learning resources. Based in the new Greener Skills Garden, at RHS Wisley.
Runs April 26 – Mar 27. Early bird offers, concessions and bursary places available.
Join us at RHS Wisley’s inspirational garden to learn everything you need to know about creating and managing orchards. The course combines 10 action-packed, face-to-face training days and over 100 high-quality online learning resources. Based in the new Greener Skills Garden, at RHS Wisley.
Runs April 26 – Mar 27. Early bird offers, concessions and bursary places available.
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The Regenerative Garden
OmVed Gardens
25 Apr 2026 | Accredited training
The Regenerative Garden is a 7-part course, each session focuses on a key aspect of regenerative gardening, from growing food with minimal resources to composting, seed saving, and supporting wildlife. You'll get hands-on experience, expert guidance, and plenty of inspiration to take home. Expect a mix of practical skills, ecological insights, and interactive discussions, all set within the lush OmVed Gardens.
The Regenerative Garden is a 7-part course, each session focuses on a key aspect of regenerative gardening, from growing food with minimal resources to composting, seed saving, and supporting wildlife. You'll get hands-on experience, expert guidance, and plenty of inspiration to take home. Expect a mix of practical skills, ecological insights, and interactive discussions, all set within the lush OmVed Gardens.
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