We start and finish this month's walk from Dipper Barn, a few minutes drive from the heart of Chettle village. To find the barn, head to this location on google maps and park alongside the other cars: https://maps.app.goo.gl/sECNdsbHD5wzBXag8

Please wear sensible sturdy footwear; walking boots or wellies. Come prepared for all weather, as we will only cancel for extreme wind or rain.

This introductory walk is focused on identification rather than harvesting, but you are welcome to bring a bag or basket to take home some of your finds. A notebook and camera are recommended for documenting interesting observations.

Can I bring children?

Yes, children and young people are very welcome! Please select the appropriate ticket at checkout: Free for children under 10 and Concession for young people aged 10-18.

Well behaved dogs are welcome. Please be aware that there may be other dogs on the walk, as well as children who are scared of dogs. You will be expected to clean up after your dog and if necessary, keep them on the lead.

Where are the nearest toilets?

There are no toilets at the meeting point, but there are compost loos available about halfway through the walk.

Spring Foraging Walk Tickets, Sun, Apr 12, 2026 at 2:00 PM

Overview

Join me for a guided foraging walk, to learn more about the edible, medicinal & dangerous plants & fungi that grow all around us.

I'm a foraging teacher with a passion for wild food and drink. Each and every walk is unique, responding to the plants and fungi which are in season at the time, and to the interests and experience of the attendees.

“Here we go a-foraging among the leaves so green, salads, herbs and medicines arrive with the Spring”

We meet at on the outskirts of Chettle at Dipper Barn (more details below), where we sample some seasonal drinks and wild-flavoured snacks, followed by an introduction to safe and sustainable foraging.

We'll explore the meadows and woodland at Lobster Common, stopping to identify, sample and chat about various species along the way and to discuss their properties, history and folklore.

We'll end the walk back where we began, to share a final sweet treat and seasonal drink.

The walk will be at a gentle pace and terrain includes footpaths and farm tracks. Children under 10 are free of charge and young people aged 10-18 are welcome at the concession rate.

I believe that plant identification and foraging knowledge should be available to all regardless of their financial situtation, so the concession rate is also available for home educators, students and those on low income.