Foraging workshop

St Ann’s Allotments are the oldest and largest area of Victorian detached town gardens in the world, and are Grade 2* Listed by English Heritage. The site covers 75 acres, has 700 gardens, over 30 miles of hedgerow and 2000 fruit trees, many of which are heritage varieties.STAA deliver outreach programmes to allow all members of the community to benefit from the site, including children’s activities on the Community Orchard, and volunteering opportunities on Urban Nature, Nursery, and Heritage Display gardens.

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St Ann's Allotments

This workshop will be a relaxing and practical morning finding food in the hedgerow and gardens of St Ann&#x27;s Allotments. The workshop will be led by Paul Paine, a local forager.Depending on the arrival of Spring, we&#x27;ll be gathering wild garlic, nettles, jack by the hedge, hairy bittercress, fat hen and hawthorn leaves.We&#x27;ll talk about how spotting blossom can show where fruits may appear later in the year. And also learn some of the things that are edible and common in a city such as eleagnus, amelanchier, fuschia as well as more recognisable things like rosemary and lavender.

<h3>Workshop details</h3>Capacity: The maximum group size will be 10 people.Tickets: The ticket price includes materials, tea and coffee, and festive treats.Concessionary rates: For anyone under the age of 25, and also for those in receipt of means-tested benefits (Universal Credit, Employment Support Allowance, Carer’s Allowance, or Pension Credits).Facilities: A compost toilet is available on the Nursery with sanitizer for hand washing.Clothing: Please dress for the weather, wear plenty of layers, and comfortable footwear as we may need to walk on muddy paths.Parking: Before the event we&#x27;ll email you directions and parking information.Contact: If you have any questions, please don&#x27;t hesitate to contact the organiser Holly James at info@staa-allotments.org.uk

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