Dates and times
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9.30am - 5.30pm each day
Cost
£70 (£65 early bird discount for bookings before Jan 31st)
Course summary

Permaculture takes nature as the model for designing human systems, be it a garden, a building, or even a website!

The Introduction to Permaculture weekend is ideal for those who aren't able to commit to the full design course but want to learn more about permaculture and sustainable living in a supportive atmosphere of like-minded folk. No experience is necessary, though an interest in gardening and sustainable living will help!

The course is based at Day’s Cottage in Gloucestershire. Helen and Dave manage their orchards traditionally without any spraying, and the farm is a haven for wildlife. Day's Cottage is a family run business, based on the family farm, reviving a long tradition of cider and perry making in Gloucestershire. They run courses and manage much of the site using Permaculture principles.

The course comprises of two days of talks, discussions and activities, during which we’ll explore the ethics and philosophy and the basics of Permaculture design. There'll be plenty of outdoor activity, and a guided walk to observe natural systems and useful plants and learn how to apply nature's wisdom to our own systems. We'll look at examples of projects and plots from around the UK to give an idea of the range of possibilities of Permaculture.

The Introduction Course is held over a weekend. It is informal and participatory with plenty of time to talk and relax over a shared lunch.

Several options for staying at Days Cottage are available, including a lovely Shepherd's Hut with wood burner - please enquire for details.

For more details and a booking form please contact:

Seb Buckton
T: 01453 763495
M: 07557 508025
E: [email protected]

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Seb Buckton
Course type
Introduction to Permaculture
Course is face to face
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Contact name
Seb Buckton
Contact telephone number
07557 508025

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