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Start your own veg patch

May 10 @ 10:00 am – 12:30 pm

Perfect for beginners who want a Summer of sustainably grown, chemical free food!

Join this small group at our sustainable food education charity to learn everything you need to know about setting up your own veg patch using sustainable growing techniques. Led by our RHS qualified Head Community Gardener, Gavin Hughes, you will leave full of confidence for the growing season ahead. There will be plenty of opportunity for troubleshooting and questions.

This course is for adults. Young People aged 14 and older can book a place if accompanied by a participating adult.

About your workshop tutor

Gavin Hughes is the Head Community Gardener at Communigrow, responsible for all horticultural aspects on our 2.4 acre site. This includes growing all of our vegetables, teaching skills and theory to our volunteers and beneficiaries and planning for the development of the site.

Gavin has a RHS Diploma in Horticulture as well as a teaching qualification. He has also taught the RHS qualification to mature students.

In 2018 Gavin was privileged to work at RHS Chelsea on the Spirit of Cornwall Garden.

About Communigrow

Communigrow is a sustainable food education charity based in East Malling. We teach people to grow food in a chemical free way, working in harmony with nature.

There may also be chemical free plug plants available to purchase at Communigrow to get you started.

Weekend access to Communigrow is via Bradbourne Lane, Ditton, ME20 6PE.

*Please note tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable to another event. If you are unable to attend, you are welcome to transfer your ticket to someone else (please let us know the name and email address of the attendee), otherwise your ticket fee will be considered a donation to Communigrow.

£25.00

Communigrow

New Road
East Malling, Kent ME19 6DD United Kingdom + Google Map
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Get Set Grow – Family Workshop

May 10 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Have a great time outdoors at our sustainable food education charity. Enjoy a screen-free Saturday morning in our family workshops for children aged 4-16 with parents/carers (younger siblings welcome but remain the full responsibility of accompanying adult)

Take part in activities such as:

Digging, planting, harvesting, composting, bug hunting, making habitats for animals. Learn new skills and find out about the fantastic fresh food we grow at our sustainable food education charity.

Good to know:

  • Booking is essential.
  • Compost toilet and hand washing facilities available on site
  • Free parking is available.

*Please note tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable to another event. If you are unable to attend, you are welcome to transfer your ticket to someone else (please let us know the name and email address of the attendee), otherwise your ticket fee will be considered a donation to Communigrow.

£2.50 – £5.00

Communigrow Field

Park Farm
East Malling/Ditton, Kent ME20 6PE United Kingdom

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Get Set Grow – Family Workshop

May 24 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Have a great time outdoors at our sustainable food education charity. Enjoy a screen-free Saturday morning in our family workshops for children aged 4-16 with parents/carers (younger siblings welcome but remain the full responsibility of accompanying adult)

Take part in activities such as:

Digging, planting, harvesting, composting, bug hunting, making habitats for animals. Learn new skills and find out about the fantastic fresh food we grow at our sustainable food education charity.

Good to know:

  • Booking is essential.
  • Compost toilet and hand washing facilities available on site
  • Free parking is available.

*Please note tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable to another event. If you are unable to attend, you are welcome to transfer your ticket to someone else (please let us know the name and email address of the attendee), otherwise your ticket fee will be considered a donation to Communigrow.

£2.50 – £5.00

Communigrow Field

Park Farm
East Malling/Ditton, Kent ME20 6PE United Kingdom

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Get Set Grow – Family Workshop

April 26 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Have a great time outdoors at our sustainable food education charity. Enjoy a screen-free Saturday morning in our family workshops for children aged 4-16 with parents/carers (younger siblings welcome but remain the full responsibility of accompanying adult)

Take part in activities such as:

Digging, planting, harvesting, composting, bug hunting, making habitats for animals. Learn new skills and find out about the fantastic fresh food we grow at our sustainable food education charity.

Good to know:

  • Booking is essential.
  • Compost toilet and hand washing facilities available on site
  • Free parking is available.

*Please note tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable to another event. If you are unable to attend, you are welcome to transfer your ticket to someone else (please let us know the name and email address of the attendee), otherwise your ticket fee will be considered a donation to Communigrow.

£2.50 – £5.00

Communigrow Field

Park Farm
East Malling/Ditton, Kent ME20 6PE United Kingdom

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Communigrow Eco-Education 11-14

May 20 @ 1:15 pm – 2:30 pm

Interested in the natural world and caring for the environment? Want to gain practical skills and deepen your knowledge?

Our hands on sessions at our sustainable food education charity in East Malling give you the opportunity to grow, harvest and cook seasonal vegetables, support wildlife and care for our planet.

This session is a one off session in a series of 5 sessions this term.

Designed to inspire young people to get outside and active with focused activities to engage and inspire them to learn more about the natural world.

The Field School at Communigrow is a relaxed outdoor setting where young people can be themselves.

Experienced tutors and absorbing activities mean that everyone, including those with anxiety or sensory needs, feels comfortable.

Whilst acquiring valuable practical skills, learners grow in confidence and experience the mental health benefits that come with spending time in nature.

Registration at 1.05 pm, session runs 1.15pm – 2.30pm

Good to know:

  • These sessions are for young people (ages 11-14). Please book a ticket per participant.
  • Booking is essential.
  • Compost toilet and hand washing facilities available on site
  • Free parking is available.

If you have any questions please email us:

education@communigrow.org.uk

*Please note tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable to another event. If you are unable to attend, you are welcome to transfer your ticket to someone else (please let us know the name and email address of the attendee), otherwise your ticket fee will be considered a donation to Communigrow.

£7.50 – £32.50

Communigrow Field

Park Farm
East Malling/Ditton, Kent ME20 6PE United Kingdom

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May 13 @ 1:15 pm – 2:30 pm

Interested in the natural world and caring for the environment?Want to gain practical skills and deepen your knowledge?

Our hands on sessions at our sustainable food education charity in East Malling give you the opportunity to grow, harvest and cook seasonal vegetables, support wildlife and care for our planet.

This session is a one off session in a series of 5 sessions this term.

Designed to inspire young people to get outside and active with focused activities to engage and inspire them to learn more about the natural world.

The Field School at Communigrow is a relaxed outdoor setting where young people can be themselves.

Experienced tutors and absorbing activities mean that everyone, including those with anxiety or sensory needs, feels comfortable.

Whilst acquiring valuable practical skills, learners grow in confidence and experience the mental health benefits that come with spending time in nature.

Registration at 1.05 pm, session runs 1.15pm – 2.30pm

Good to know:

  • These sessions are for young people (ages 11-14). Please book a ticket per participant.
  • Booking is essential.
  • Compost toilet and hand washing facilities available on site
  • Free parking is available.

If you have any questions please email us:

education@communigrow.org.uk

*Please note tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable to another event. If you are unable to attend, you are welcome to transfer your ticket to someone else (please let us know the name and email address of the attendee), otherwise your ticket fee will be considered a donation to Communigrow.

£7.50 – £32.50

Communigrow

New Road
East Malling, Kent ME19 6DD United Kingdom + Google Map
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May 6 @ 1:15 pm – 2:30 pm

Interested in the natural world and caring for the environment?Want to gain practical skills and deepen your knowledge?

Our hands on sessions at our sustainable food education charity in East Malling give you the opportunity to grow, harvest and cook seasonal vegetables, support wildlife and care for our planet.

This session is a one off session in a series of 5 sessions this term.

Designed to inspire young people to get outside and active with focused activities to engage and inspire them to learn more about the natural world.

The Field School at Communigrow is a relaxed outdoor setting where young people can be themselves.

Experienced tutors and absorbing activities mean that everyone, including those with anxiety or sensory needs, feels comfortable.

Whilst acquiring valuable practical skills, learners grow in confidence and experience the mental health benefits that come with spending time in nature.

Registration at 1.05 pm, session runs 1.15pm – 2.30pm

Good to know:

  • These sessions are for young people (ages 11-14). Please book a ticket per participant.
  • Booking is essential.
  • Compost toilet and hand washing facilities available on site
  • Free parking is available.

If you have any questions please email us:

education@communigrow.org.uk

*Please note tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable to another event. If you are unable to attend, you are welcome to transfer your ticket to someone else (please let us know the name and email address of the attendee), otherwise your ticket fee will be considered a donation to Communigrow.

£7.50 – £32.50

Communigrow

New Road
East Malling, Kent ME19 6DD United Kingdom + Google Map
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April 29 @ 1:15 pm – 2:30 pm

Interested in the natural world and caring for the environment?Want to gain practical skills and deepen your knowledge?

Our hands on sessions at our sustainable food education charity in East Malling give you the opportunity to grow, harvest and cook seasonal vegetables, support wildlife and care for our planet.

This session is a one off session in a series of 5 sessions this term.

Designed to inspire young people to get outside and active with focused activities to engage and inspire them to learn more about the natural world.

The Field School at Communigrow is a relaxed outdoor setting where young people can be themselves.

Experienced tutors and absorbing activities mean that everyone, including those with anxiety or sensory needs, feels comfortable.

Whilst acquiring valuable practical skills, learners grow in confidence and experience the mental health benefits that come with spending time in nature.

Registration at 1.05 pm, session runs 1.15pm – 2.30pm

Good to know:

  • These sessions are for young people (ages 11-14). Please book a ticket per participant.
  • Booking is essential.
  • Compost toilet and hand washing facilities available on site
  • Free parking is available.

If you have any questions please email us:

education@communigrow.org.uk

*Please note tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable to another event. If you are unable to attend, you are welcome to transfer your ticket to someone else (please let us know the name and email address of the attendee), otherwise your ticket fee will be considered a donation to Communigrow.

£7.50 – £32.50

Communigrow

New Road
East Malling, Kent ME19 6DD United Kingdom + Google Map
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April 22 @ 1:15 pm – 2:30 pm

Interested in the natural world and caring for the environment?Want to gain practical skills and deepen your knowledge?

Our hands on sessions at our sustainable food education charity in East Malling give you the opportunity to grow, harvest and cook seasonal vegetables, support wildlife and care for our planet.

This session is a one off session in a series of 5 sessions this term.

Designed to inspire young people to get outside and active with focused activities to engage and inspire them to learn more about the natural world.

The Field School at Communigrow is a relaxed outdoor setting where young people can be themselves.

Experienced tutors and absorbing activities mean that everyone, including those with anxiety or sensory needs, feels comfortable.

Whilst acquiring valuable practical skills, learners grow in confidence and experience the mental health benefits that come with spending time in nature.

Registration at 1.05 pm, session runs 1.15pm – 2.30pm

Good to know:

  • These sessions are for young people (ages 11-14). Please book a ticket per participant.
  • Booking is essential.
  • Compost toilet and hand washing facilities available on site
  • Free parking is available.

If you have any questions please email us:

education@communigrow.org.uk

*Please note tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable to another event. If you are unable to attend, you are welcome to transfer your ticket to someone else (please let us know the name and email address of the attendee), otherwise your ticket fee will be considered a donation to Communigrow.

£7.50 – £32.50

Communigrow Field

Park Farm
East Malling/Ditton, Kent ME20 6PE United Kingdom

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Home Ed Spring Age 4-6

May 20 @ 11:15 am – 12:30 pm

Hands on learning about the natural world at our sustainable food education charity in East Malling. Learn how to grow vegetables, support wildlife and care for our planet.

This session is a one off session in a series of 5 sessions this term:

20/5 Cook up a Feast! – harvest and cook fresh produce from the field.

Designed to inspire your children to get outside and active with focused activities to engage and inspire them to learn more about the natural world.

The Field School at Communigrow is a relaxed outdoor setting where young people can be themselves.

Experienced tutors and absorbing activities mean that everyone, including those with anxiety or sensory needs, feels comfortable.

Whilst acquiring valuable practical skills, learners grow in confidence and experience the mental health benefits that come with spending time in nature.

Registration at 11.05 am, session runs 11.15am – 12.30pm

Good to know:

  • These sessions are for children (ages 4-6). Please book a ticket per participant.
  • Booking is essential.
  • Compost toilet and hand washing facilities available on site
  • Free parking is available.

If you have any questions please email us:

education@communigrow.org.uk

*Please note tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable to another event. If you are unable to attend, you are welcome to transfer your ticket to someone else (please let us know the name and email address of the attendee), otherwise your ticket fee will be considered a donation to Communigrow.

£7.50 – £32.50

Communigrow

New Road
East Malling, Kent ME19 6DD United Kingdom + Google Map
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