4th May Forage and Harvest Day: Gorse

"A nature meditation for doers"

Learn about the amazing qualities of gorse through foraging together with an experienced wild food guide. This day event celebrates gorse, both culinary uses and wildlife benefits,  Join us for walking, tasting, foraging, sharing and recalibrating ourselves through time in nature, with like-minded people. There will be gorse drinks and nibbles during the day.

We have permission to do this at a quiet, rewilding site and will walk to the destination together.

Gorse is a plant of joy, known for building a sense of faith in life, with an intoxicating spring aroma of coconut.

Itinerary:

10.15am Leisurely walk to our wild spot, enjoying nature along the way (1-1.5 miles)

11am Arrive to gorse drinks

11.20am Learn about the amazing qualities of gorse, how and why to pick it. Dive into the process of foraging gorse together

1pm Lunch (bring your own packed lunch), they'll be gorse infused treats too.

1.30pm Reflections from the day and what next...

2pm Walk back to our starting point.

2.45pm End. Opportunity to buy signed copies of Rachel’s books

Who is this event for? Anyone who enjoys time in nature with others and would like to intimately get to know a plant. You may know gorse already and want to deepen your knowledge, or it might be a new edible plant for you. You will need to be to comfortably walk 3 miles over the day, including stiles and uneven ground. The itinerary is loose, with time to relax as well as do and will flex to meet the needs of the group and individuals.

What to bring and wear: Please read what to bring notes. For this event you'll need thick gloves and a packed lunch.

Meet: 2 miles from Penzance. Exact spot given on booking.

Min/Max numbers: 5-12 adults. You are welcome to come alone or with others.

Get the bus and get a discount! Arrive by public transport and receive a £5 voucher for another course

Dogs: Please ask before booking.

Further reading: FAQs, books, blog