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Events and training from Capital Growth


16
Sep
2026

All about moths at Kentish Town City Farm

Kentish Town City Farm, Permablitz London and Capital Growth get together for moth monitoring evening with a meal, a talk by Tim...

Training (in person)18:3021:30


28
Sep
2021

How to Sustain a Community Garden

Poppy George from Incredible Edible Lambeth is back to follow up on the previous practical training on...

Training (online)17:3019:00

24
Sep
2021

Food growing film screening

Join us at Calthorpe Community Garden, our September Spotlight Garden, for a special film screening of food growing...

Training (online)13:0018:00

22
Sep
2021

Seed Saving

Learn how and why it is so important to save your own seeds.

Training (online)17:3019:00

28
Jul
2021

Growing Autumn and Winter Vegetables

Thought Spring and Summer were the only seasons of food bounty? Learn how you can grow your own vegetables all year round!

Training (online)17:3019:00

27
Jul
2021

Permaculture Principles in Food Growing

Join Susannah Hall in this training about Permaculture Principles in Food Growing.

Training (online)17:3019:00

21
Jul
2021

Pest Management for Organic Gardeners

How to manage pests in your garden without using chemicals or other nasties!

Training (online)17:3019:00

14
Jul
2021

An Introduction to Beekeeping

Join trainer Sara Ward to find out how you can get started recognising the roles and responsibilities of beekeeping throughout...

Training (online)17:3019:00

7
Jul
2021

Growing Food for Nutrition

Join Nutritional Therapist and Grower, Sabrina Henry, for an informative and interactive food growing education.

Training (online)17:3019:00

30
Jun
2021

Edible Flowers

Join trainer Sinead Fenton to discover the wonder of edible flowers and why it's so beneficial to incorporate flowers in your...

Training (online)17:3019:00

29
Jun
2021

Setting up a Community Garden

Learn the foundations of setting up a community garden with Poppy George and Patrick McCabe from Incredible Edible Lambeth.

Training (online)17:3019:00

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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


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.

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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.

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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

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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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