
🌳 An Introduction to Food Forests

Friday 6th February 2026 | 9am–1pm | Half-Day Workshop
Step into the world of forest gardening with this hands-on introduction to food forests—a low-maintenance, biodiversity-rich way to grow edible plants. Set on the beautiful Faldonside Estate in the Scottish Borders, this half-day course is perfect for gardeners, growers, and nature enthusiasts who want to work with nature, not against it.
You’ll explore our emerging food forest, learn how these systems mimic natural woodland ecosystems, and discover how to design your own, whether you have a large garden or a small urban space.
🌿 What You’ll Learn:
- Principles of forest gardening and layered planting
- Introduction to food forest design for UK climates
- Site tour of Faldonside’s developing food forest
- Practical demonstration of planting and layout techniques
- Tips for starting your own system at home
✅ Course Outcome
Leave with the knowledge and inspiration to begin designing and planting a low-impact, productive food forest tailored to your own space and goals.