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Edible forest gardening is the art and science of putting plants together in woodland-like patterns that forge mutually beneficial relationships, creating a garden ecosystem that is more than the sum of its parts. You can grow fruits, nuts, vegetables, herbs, mushrooms, other useful plants, and animals in a way that mimics natural ecosystems. The aim is to create a low input, high output system that benefits people and the environment, providing a great range of products. A forest garden is designed and established according to site and the needs of the client.

The course is three days during which you will make your own unique boat from a design based on the Irish Boyne coracle. No previous experience necessary. Make a frame from coppiced hazel poles, cover it with calico, paint it with bitumastic paint, make a paddle and learn to paddle it.

Conception and practical realisation of an appropriate water network comprising small dams, ponds, swales, well, drains; so as to bring a permaculture solution to the water “problem”

These Events run as a complete course, covering many of the core aspects of Organic Horticulture, and the core principles of Permaculture. Yet they can also be treated as individual sessions in their own right.

Another fantastic programme of courses for 2010!

You will find many of your favourite courses of previous years, such as vegetable growing, watercolour, willow sculpture and festive crafts. But we introduce a range of new ones, too, which will capture your imagination: ‘Planet Panic’, ‘Tai Chi’ and ‘Hedgerow Drinks and Tonic Wines’, to name but three.

Experience first-hand the building and construction with Kevan Trott on a beautiful building test site at the Convento in Mértola.

This course is for anyone thinking about building their own home and anyone interested in learning about Earthships and includes practical workshops.

This course is for anyone thinking about building their own home and anyone interested in learning about Earthships and includes practical workshops.

You will learn how to cut grass and weeds without the need of a noisy fossil fuel burning lawnmower or strimmer. The course will cover everything you need to know on how to use and maintain a scythe, leaving you with the skills and knowledge needed to mow anything from a small lawn to a meadow and even brambles, and also traditional hay making. Plenty of hands-on guidance from the tutor will enable you to leave as a competent scytheperson.