The Introduction to Permaculture is a weekend course giving you an overview of permaculture, its key design tools, case studies of permaculture people and places and some practical activities. You have the opportunity to try out permaculture design tools on a project of your choice: here you will have design support and go away with your first permaculture design. After this course, you are ready to get started in permaculture! We will cover: permaculture design thinking the history of permaculture permaculture ethics and principles key permaculture design tools case study permaculture designs examples of permaculture in action, both land-based and people-based a practice design activity practical activities and you will have the opportunity to go into more depth with your own interests and projects. The Introduction to Permaculture will give you the tools you need to start designing with nature’s principles. It is a stand-alone course as well as a good foundation course for the full Permaculture Design Course (a 72-hour course certified by the Permaculture Association of Great Britain). Course fee: £160 / £120 concessions Venue: Hoathly Hill Community, an intentional community with various projects. Travel: direct train link from London to East Grinstead, lifts from the station. Accommodation: various options including camping.
