Forest Garden Courses

An Introduction to Forest Gardening

This half day course gives you a general introduction to forest gardening and food forests. It will take place mainly in the forest garden (be prepared for unpredictable weather!).

The topics covered will include basic principles of forest gardening, design and layout, varieties, spacings and the relationships between plants.

Location: The Forest Garden, Penjerrick Hill, Budock Water, Falmouth, Cornwall TR11 5ED, Free Parking on site available.

Dates: The dates for 2025 courses will be up in the New Year

Times: 10:00 – 15:00 (suggest you arrive by 09:45)

Duration: 4 hours actual contact time, (with additionally 1hr lunch break. Bring a packed lunch to enjoy in the garden)

Fee: TBC

Tutor: Simon Miles NCH RHS

To book: Places on the course must be booked in advance by clicking the ‘Book Here’ button. For more information contact Simon Miles on 07964 750565 or 01326 250090.

Growing Plants in Pots!

This afternoon course will teach you how to grow plants in pots. It will cover topics such as choosing the right plants and pots, potting up, potting on, using raised beds, different types of composts, making compost teas, watering techniques, and transitioning plants from pots to the ground.

Location: The Forest Garden, Penjerrick Hill, Budock Water, Falmouth, Cornwall TR11 5ED, Free Parking on site available.

Dates: The dates for 2025 courses will be up in the New Year

Times: 14:00 – 16:00 (suggest you arrive by 13:45)

Duration: 2 hours actual contact time.

Fee: TBC

Tutor: Simon Miles NCH RHS

To book: Places on the course must be booked in advance by clicking the ‘Book Here’ button. For more information contact Simon Miles on 07964 750565 or 01326 250090.

This course runs over the two days of a weekend.

It will help you understand the principles behind designing and creating effective forest garden spaces, whether it be a 2m x 2m back garden plot or something larger!

Designing & Creating a Forest Garden

Location: The Forest Garden, Penjerrick Hill, Budock Water, Falmouth, Cornwall TR11 5ED, Free Parking on site available.

Dates: The dates for 2025 courses will be up in the New Year

Times: 09:30 – 16:30, (suggest you arrive by 09:15 for registration etc)

Duration: 2 day course (with 1hr lunch break. Bring a packed lunch to enjoy in the garden)

Fee: TBC

Tutor: Contact Simon Miles NCH RHS

To book: Places on the course must be booked in advance by clicking the ‘Book Here’ button. For more information contact Simon Miles on 07964 750565 or 01326 250090.

Medicinal Herbs & Natural Healing Course

Simon is a qualified Master Herbalist and has been practicing for over 30 years.

This 2 day course covers a wide range of topics including, philosophy of natural healing, herbal medicine, body systems, plant identification, making remedies and sourcing ingredients. It provides good useful information on looking after the health of your family and friends

Location: The Forest Garden, Penjerrick Hill, Budock Water, Falmouth, Cornwall TR11 5ED, Free Parking on site available.

Dates: The dates for 2025 courses will be up in the New Year

Times: 09:30 – 16:30, (suggest you arrive by 09:15 for registration etc,)

Duration: 2 day course (with 1hr lunch break. Bring a packed lunch to enjoy in the garden)

Fee: £230

Tutor: Contact Simon Miles MH Ir VA

To book: Places on the course must be booked in advance by clicking the ‘Book Here’ button. For more information contact Simon Miles on 07964 750565 or 01326 250090.