Join guide Anna for a relaxing walk around the arboretum, exploring the edible, medicinal, and toxic plants and fungi that thrive here. Start in the roundhouse with a hot drink made from foraged ingredients, while discussing foraging and historic food practices. Then, head out to focus on easily recognisable and accessible plants. Don’t forget to...
Join bushcraft expert Kelly for an engaging and hands-on leather workshop in the peaceful surroundings of Tortworth Forest Centre. Learn traditional techniques to create your own bespoke leather and cotton foraging pouch, perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike. Foraging pouches sit at your belt, then unfold when you need to store your collection. Using high-quality...
Join extraordinary Bushcraft lead Kelly for a hands-on evening crafting a functional broom brush with colourful threads. We will use natural fibres including broomcorn to create a beautiful and functional hand fan brush, with colourful threads to make it unique to you. These objects are both functional and beautiful! Ideal for anyone who appreciates handmade...
Join us for a delightful day immersed in the ancient art of willow weaving at our serene outdoor venue, nestled within an ancient arboretum. Our one-day "Introduction to Basketry" course offers a unique opportunity to learn the traditional craft of basket-making, focusing on creating your very own foraging or berry basket. Whether you're a complete...
Immerse yourself in the beauty of mid-summer at Tortworth Arboretum this June. Wander through vibrant wildflowers, soak in the tranquillity of ancient woodland, and explore a stunning collection of over 600 native, exotic, and veteran trees. Follow marked trails or create your own path to uncover the arboretum’s unique features, including an old arena and...
Spend a relaxing few hours on a summers evening enjoying working with the wonderful aroma of lavender. Learn how to make lavender wands to place around your home to ensure a lasting scent of calm. And create some natural products using lavender to make the most of its natural relaxing and calming qualities. Knowledge required:...
Nettles are amazing plants; no only do they provide us with the materials to make stinging nettle cordage, they’re also edible, full of nutrients and have medicinal properties. Did you know that nettles have been made to make everything from binding, necklaces cords, bracelets, hafting tools, nets, small baskets etc for more than 3000 years?...
Calling all mini nature lovers and their families! Join us for a fun-filled morning of nature exploration at Tortworth Arboretum! Welcome the school holidays with a morning of outdoor exploration, hands-on activities, and nature discovery. From bug hunting to crafts and challenges, there’s something for the whole family to enjoy – plus, no adventure is...
Join extraordinary Bushcraft lead Kelly for a hands-on day crafting a functional woodland brush using natural bramble fibres. We will use a hedgerow handle with natural Tampico fibres for the brush head. We will also spend some time looking at native natural fibre options and learn how to gather and process bramble fibres so you...
Join us in September to hunt for bats on a unique guided night walk through the arboretum.
Join our Collection Manager, Jake, for a few hours of happy rambling, learning about the mushrooms that grow right on our doorstep.
Join our Collection Manager, Jake, for a few hours of happy rambling, learning about the mushrooms that grow right on our doorstep.
