Events and training from our network
Weekly Gardening Volunteering
Blythe Hill Fields, entrance via Blythe Hill Lane SE6 4UN
1 Aug 2026 | Event
We will be meeting weekly throughout the summer to water, weed, mulch and plant in our Wildlife Garden and Food Forest
Saturdays from 10am
Tools provided, bring gloves and a kneeling mat if you have them!
We will be meeting weekly throughout the summer to water, weed, mulch and plant in our Wildlife Garden and Food Forest
Saturdays from 10am
Tools provided, bring gloves and a kneeling mat if you have them!
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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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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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