This indoor 'taster' course will provide an introduction to the basic concepts and practice of permaculture design. It is the first step in learning skills, knowledge, and building an interest in how to 'do' permaculture.

It will explain how permaculture principles can be applied in a range of settings from small gardens to whole farms. And how permaculture integrates land, food, social, economic and health factors to create resilient, abundant and efficient systems.

We also challenge ourselves to explore the big questions of our time, and create space for emotional expression around grief. These weekends provide a lovely opportunity to meet in community, with others who are also passionate about sustainability, regeneration, learning from nature, and skill development.

• Ethics and Philosophy

• Permaculture Design - principles, spirals, linking, zone & sector, frameworks, limiting factors

• Permaculture in Action - in the garden; soil, compost, applying Nature's patterns

• Permaculture in Action - in the community; social permaculture, appropriate technology

• Signposting and Next Steps - Development pathways

The course is taught through chalk & talk, audio visuals, group work, individual reflective exercises, and observation in the outdoors. You will be given a range of art materials to work with - and sometimes even the Lego bricks and microscopes get an outing! We aim to teach in a non-traditional way - with more balance in our heart, head and heads.

Our permaculture tutor Tammi leads a working group on Disability, Accessibility, Inclusion and Equity (DAIE) as her part of her Trustee role with the Permaculture Association (Britain). She is also neurodivergent, and has had chronic health challenges for many years. She is passionate about creating teaching safe spaces and cultures that authentically support individual needs and self expression.