Events and training from our network
BigCity Bug Hunt @Northwick Park Community Garden
Northwick Park Community Garden. Wembley HA0 3tQ
11 Aug 2026 | Accredited training
Join us on 11 August 2026, at 6:00 PM (BST) for a fun and exciting bug hunt at Northwick Park Community Garden! This event is aimed at children, so be sure to bring an adult along to explore and discover the wonderful little creatures living in the garden together. We have our Critter Consultant available. It’s a great opportunity to get outside, learn about nature, and enjoy hunting for bugs in a friendly, relaxed environment. Don’t forget to bring your curiosity and your grown-up!
Join us on 11 August 2026, at 6:00 PM (BST) for a fun and exciting bug hunt at Northwick Park Community Garden! This event is aimed at children, so be sure to bring an adult along to explore and discover the wonderful little creatures living in the garden together. We have our Critter Consultant available. It’s a great opportunity to get outside, learn about nature, and enjoy hunting for bugs in a friendly, relaxed environment. Don’t forget to bring your curiosity and your grown-up!
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Pruning Workshop
Hazelbrouck Gardens IG6 2XL
11 Aug 2026 | Accredited training
Learn the why, when and how of pruning and caring for fruit trees in this hands on pruning workshop.
The workshop is suitable for beginners and those with more experience.
If you have a pruning saw and secateurs, please bring this with you and wear sturdy footwear.
Hot drinks will be provided but please bring a packed lunch/snack.
Tickets are £15, with a concession rate available, as well as a solidarity price for those who can pay a bit more.
Learn the why, when and how of pruning and caring for fruit trees in this hands on pruning workshop.
The workshop is suitable for beginners and those with more experience.
If you have a pruning saw and secateurs, please bring this with you and wear sturdy footwear.
Hot drinks will be provided but please bring a packed lunch/snack.
Tickets are £15, with a concession rate available, as well as a solidarity price for those who can pay a bit more.
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BigCity Bug hunt@NorthwickParkcommunitygarden for adults
Northwick Park Community Garden. Wembley HA0 3tQ
14 Aug 2026 | Accredited training
Join us at the Northwick Park Community Garden for a fun and educational bug hunt designed specifically for adults! Discover the fascinating world of insects while learning how to use the iNaturalist app to identify and document your finds. You'll also be taking part in citizen science by helping us document the biodiversity in the Community Garden
Date & Time: August 14, 2026, at 6:00 pm
Please download the free iNaturalist app before you arrive, and we'll get you started
Join us at the Northwick Park Community Garden for a fun and educational bug hunt designed specifically for adults! Discover the fascinating world of insects while learning how to use the iNaturalist app to identify and document your finds. You'll also be taking part in citizen science by helping us document the biodiversity in the Community Garden
Date & Time: August 14, 2026, at 6:00 pm
Please download the free iNaturalist app before you arrive, and we'll get you started
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Summer pruning of Stone fruit one-day workshop
Sutton Community Farm, Telegraph Track, SM6
15 Aug 2026 | Accredited training
Stone fruit trees should all be pruned in the summer months to avoid the risk of disease, yet the process can appear complicated and confusing.
Led by EcoLocal’s RHS qualified, experienced fruit grower and tutor this practical workshop will demystify the process and guide you through summer pruning of stone fruit to keep your trees healthy and producing quality fruit for many years to come.
• lots of information to take away
• hands-on practical pruning experience
• Q&A, hints and ti
Stone fruit trees should all be pruned in the summer months to avoid the risk of disease, yet the process can appear complicated and confusing.
Led by EcoLocal’s RHS qualified, experienced fruit grower and tutor this practical workshop will demystify the process and guide you through summer pruning of stone fruit to keep your trees healthy and producing quality fruit for many years to come.
• lots of information to take away
• hands-on practical pruning experience
• Q&A, hints and ti
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Volunteers Needed – Tabard Gardens Allotment Learning Area and Meadow Project
Opposite SE1 4DL. What3Words: tilt.judges.gasp
27 Aug 2026 | Event
Tabard Gardens Allotment we’ll be creating a new events and learning area, transforming the waste into wildflower mounds
Tasks:
* Digging and preparing the ground
* Laying hardcore, weed membrane and gravel
* Creating wildflower meadow mounds
* Completing the bench tops
* Installing Bee hotel
Bring:
* Sturdy footwear and gloves
* Lunch: 12:30pm – 1:30pm
* Hot & cold drinks, & snacks
Thursday 27th August
10:00am – 4:00pm
Tabard Gardens Allotment, opposite SE1 4DL
What
Tabard Gardens Allotment we’ll be creating a new events and learning area, transforming the waste into wildflower mounds
Tasks:
* Digging and preparing the ground
* Laying hardcore, weed membrane and gravel
* Creating wildflower meadow mounds
* Completing the bench tops
* Installing Bee hotel
Bring:
* Sturdy footwear and gloves
* Lunch: 12:30pm – 1:30pm
* Hot & cold drinks, & snacks
Thursday 27th August
10:00am – 4:00pm
Tabard Gardens Allotment, opposite SE1 4DL
What
1 Day Organic and No Dig Growing Course at Sitopia Farm
Sitopia Farm, 331 Shooters Hill, London DA16 3RP
11 Sep 2026 | Accredited training
Come and learn from our Head of Growth and her friendly, experienced team as we share our passion and knowledge about how to produce delicious food and beautiful flowers using organic, regenerative, no-dig farming methods.
The course takes place on our 2 acre farm in the London Borough of Greenwich, surrounded by ancient trees and thriving hedgerows. You'll learn together through the day and share a delicious lunch made using produce from the farm.
Come and learn from our Head of Growth and her friendly, experienced team as we share our passion and knowledge about how to produce delicious food and beautiful flowers using organic, regenerative, no-dig farming methods.
The course takes place on our 2 acre farm in the London Borough of Greenwich, surrounded by ancient trees and thriving hedgerows. You'll learn together through the day and share a delicious lunch made using produce from the farm.
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10-week Gardening Fundamentals evening course (7-9pm) starts 17th September for 10 consecutive weeks
EcoLocal The Lodge, Honeywood Walk, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 3NX
17 Sep 2026 | Accredited training
Discover the joy of gardening, a creative hobby that’s accessible to everyone. Join our expert tutor on this inspiring course, where you’ll explore everything you need to become a confident and successful gardener. From pruning and pest management to garden design and plant propagation, each session covers essential topics.
Perfect for those starting out or considering further qualifications, this classroom-based course will unlock the secrets of professional gardeners.
Discover the joy of gardening, a creative hobby that’s accessible to everyone. Join our expert tutor on this inspiring course, where you’ll explore everything you need to become a confident and successful gardener. From pruning and pest management to garden design and plant propagation, each session covers essential topics.
Perfect for those starting out or considering further qualifications, this classroom-based course will unlock the secrets of professional gardeners.
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Climate Resilient Garden Border one-day workshop
EcoLocal The Lodge, Honeywood Walk, Carshalton, Surrey, SM5 3NX
26 Sep 2026 | Accredited training
Led by our RHS qualified tutor, you’ll learn:
techniques for ‘successional’ planting to maintain year-round colour
how to improve your soil to ensure your plants thrive
how to choose plants for difficult situations
tips and tricks for being water wise
about some of the new climate-change pests and diseases
Led by our RHS qualified tutor, you’ll learn:
techniques for ‘successional’ planting to maintain year-round colour
how to improve your soil to ensure your plants thrive
how to choose plants for difficult situations
tips and tricks for being water wise
about some of the new climate-change pests and diseases
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Guided Mushroom Foraging Walks near South London
TBC Near Crawley West Sussex
26 Sep 2026 | Accredited training
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