£120 incl VAT and refreshments
An excellent way to find out more about permaculture is to attend our two-day introductory course. This ‘taster’ will provide an opportunity to actively learn about the principles and see examples of designs being implemented.
Come along and learn what Permaculture is and what it can do for you and your current lifestyle. This course is suitable for you if you have a smallholding, small garden, allotment, and even if you are not growing food. It’s a great opportunity to meet and connect with like-minded people
The course provides the opportunity to discuss vitally important issues in a positive, creative, and supportive space. The course is lively, participatory, and thought-provoking.
The session include:
Ethics & principles
Design
Examples of Permaculture
An observation exercise
A practical exercise or walk
An overview of the permaculture network and how to find out more.
Our introductory course doesn’t cover all the topics in-depth - it is a taster and an overview. Therefore if you already know you want to find out about permaculture in more detail, it may be better to opt for the full permaculture design course after the introduction course. However, others have found that attending the introduction to permaculture course was enough - with the enthusiasm generated from the course, plus books and their own knowledge, people have gone on to create some incredible projects and business development.
This course is not residential.
For more information please contact Rachel Phillips or book via
Course run by
Bob Mehew
Bob Mehew will be the tutor, he is also one of our directors at the Apricot Centre. Bob is a project manager and has managed the development of the Huxhams Cross Farm. He is an expert in using permaculture design for projects and business development.