This event is running from 10am - 12.30pm
Join us for an inspiring Food Forest and Pond Design Workshop hosted by our gardening team. Dive into the art of creating lush, self-sustaining ecosystems that blend productivity and beauty. Learn how to design a thriving food forest and create a biodiverse pondscape that works in harmony with nature. Whether you're a green-thumbed gardener or just getting started, this hands-on workshop will leave you buzzing with ideas and practical skills to transform your outdoor space.
The workshop will include both classroom-based and practical elements. Please dress for the Great British weather and wear appropriate footwear.
We recommend reading our General Terms and Conditions, and Accessibility Guide before booking (both can be found in the footer on our main website).
Your ticket includes the workshop, admission to Careys Secret Garden and access to the Berlin Wall Exhibit.
What is a Food Forest?
A food forest is a sustainable, self-sufficient gardening system designed to mimic a natural forest but with a focus on producing food and other useful plants for people and wildlife.
It uses layers of plants—just like a forest—including trees (fruit, nut, or timber), shrubs (berries), herbs, ground cover, vines, and even root crops, all working together in harmony. Each layer plays a role, whether it’s providing food, improving soil health, attracting pollinators, or offering shade and support to other plants.
The goal is to create a low-maintenance, biodiverse ecosystem that produces food year after year while regenerating the environment. It’s a beautiful way to combine permaculture principles with sustainability—perfect for anyone looking to grow more while doing less!
