Booking is essential for all courses and workshops 1st January 2013 - 1st December 2013
It's easy to book, just call us in the office on 01630 638696!
Seedlings and Saplings Group 29th April 2013 - 17th December 2013
Every Tuesday at Fordhall Farm is our 'Parent and Toddlers' Group. In our secure and beautiful classroom there are various toys and activities to keep your children entertained, to learn about new sights, sounds and textures and to explore the farm and see what gorgeous creatures you might discover! A lovely space for you to meet other parents, let the children play and you can enjoy a cup of tea, cake or lunch from our tearoom.
Tuesdays 9.30am to 11.30am FREE
Biodynamic Workshop 11th May 2013 - 11th May 2013
These workshops provides a unique introduction to the basic principles of biodynamic farming and gardening. Bernard Jarman will show participants by harmonising terrestrial and cosmic influences and strengthening the all-round vitality of plant and soil, crops can be grown that are strong, resistant and filled with vitality. Practical outdoor demonstrations will be included as well as plenty of time for discussion. Please bring suitable outdoor clothing and footwear. 10am-5pm, £65 including lunch
Basket Weaving Workshop 25th May 2013 - 25th May 2013
This one day workshop gives you a chance to learn the traditional art of basket weaving. Tutors Helen and Kelvin Stanley guide you through the whole process of weaving with willow, at the end of the day, you will take home your very own handmade basket 10am-4pm, £45, bring and share lunch
Bee Aware Workshop 1st June 2013 - 1st June 2013
Brigit Strawbridge (BBC2 Its not easy being green) will be coming to Fordhall to hold a Bee Aware Workshop. Learn about the importance of bees as pollinators and the problems they face. Brigit will take participants on a walk around Fordhall, whilst teaching about this beautiful, but endangered species. £25 including lunch, 9.30am-4.30pm
Inroduction to Greenwood Working (Adults) 8th June 2013 - 8th June 2013
This workshop will teach you the basics of Greenwood Working. You will learn how to make a stool using traditional tools and techniques, which you can take home at the end of the day! 10am-4pm, £35 including lunch
Basket Weaving Workshop 29th June 2013 - 29th June 2013
This one day workshop gives you a chance to learn the traditional art of basket weaving. Tutors Helen and Kelvin Stanley guide you through the whole process of weaving with willow, at the end of the day, you get to take home your very own handmade basket. 10am-4pm, £45, bring and share lunch
Summer Fair 7th July 2013 - 7th July 2013
A day of fun for all the family, with a local producers market, family activities, tree climbing, local ale, live music, fishing, face painting, Fordhall BBQ, hay bale tunnel, story telling, sack race and welly wanging! 10am-4pm, £3 per person
Basket Weaving Workshop 17th August 2013 - 17th August 2013
This one day workshop gives you a chance to learn the traditional art of basket weaving. Tutors Helen and Kelvin Stanley guide you through the whole process of weaving with willow, at the end of the day, you will take home your very own handmade basket 10am-4pm, £45, bring and share lunch
Beer and Music Festival 7th September 2013 - 7th September 2013
Local Ale, fantastic bands and local food! A family friendly festival in the beautiful North Shropshire countryside. Bands and Beers TBC Advance tickets £10.
(Advance tickets available until 5pm Friday 5th September)
Introduction to Greenwood Working 14th September 2013 - 14th September 2013
This is a workshop for chilldren aged 10-16 (with an accompanying adult). Participants will learn how to use traditional handpowered wood tools and every child will make their own stool to take home! 10am-4pm, £35 includes lunch
Bread Making Workshop 15th September 2013 - 15th September 2013
A one day course learning how to make bread the natural way. Experiment with different dough; bake in our clay oven (weather dependant) and take home what you have made. 10am-4pm £80
Gardening with Herbs 21st September 2013 - 21st September 2013
A day for beginners to learn about growing herbs - how to propagate and use them in the kitchen and around the home. Go home with a window box of herbs from our organic garden. 10 am - 1 pm £30
Introduction to Greenwood Working (Adults) 5th October 2013 - 5th October 2013
This workshop will teach you the basics of Greenwood Working. You will learn how to make a stool using traditional tools and techniques, which you can take home at the end of the day! 10am-4pm, £35 including lunch
Basket Weaving Workshop 12th October 2013 - 12th October 2013
This one day workshop gives you a chance to learn the traditional art of basket weaving. Tutors Helen and Kelvin Stanley guide you through the whole process of weaving with willow, at the end of the day, you will take home your very own handmade basket 10am-4pm, £45, bring and share lunch
The Big Draw 13th October 2013 - 13th October 2013
National art event held annually at Fordhall, giving you the chance to get creative and experience nature at its best. Pencils at the ready! 10am-4pm, FREE
Mushroom Mosey and Munch 20th October 2013 - 20th October 2013
Explore the dark, damp underworld of mushrooms and other fungi found at Fordhall Farm, with local mushroom expert John Hughes (Shropshire Wildlife Trust) leading the way. 10am-12.30pm, followed by a Fordhall lunch, £15 including food.
