A rare opportunity to not only learn about the theory behind forest gardening, but also to participate in the planting of one at a developing permaculture site on the edge of beautiful Dartmoor. Please note: This is a course unlikely to be repeated at this venue as the planting is a one-off activity.

This practical hands-on course will inform & inspire participants to plan, establish and maintain a forest garden.

The five day course will cover:

• A day of forest garden theory (& site visit to Martin Crawford's superb forest garden).
• A day of designing the forest garden layout, using permaculture principles.
• Half a day of tree planting & after care tuition.
• A day of planting out the trees & shrubs.
• Additional sessions on pruning trees & shrubs, plus propagation techniques.
• And much, much more!
  

The High Heathercombe Centre is situated at 1250feet, high in the Dartmoor National Park, backing onto the open moor and adjoining Heathercombe woodlands. The centre looks out over the valley towards Easdon Tor, providing a beautiful, tranquil setting for a variety of activities and courses throughout the year. We offer self-catering facilities to youth and community based charities, and run a wide public programme of courses and events, including Creative Family Weeks, Retreats, Arts and Crafts Courses, Permaculture Training and Volunteer Weeks. The developing vision for High Heathercombe incorporates permaculture principles, sustainability, arts and crafts, forest school and an embryonic organic vegetable garden. The Centre is run on a charitable basis by the High Heathercombe Trust.

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