Events and Community Projects
Farm Visit
Events
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Tree Planting
Hilltown Organics Northlew Road, Okehampton, United KingdomDue to the extreme wet and windy weather leading up to and forecast for this Sunday has forced us to cancel the tree planting event at Hilltown Organics. There is a chance that we may reschedule this event at a later date so if anyone was hoping to come along, watch this space for notifications. … Continue reading "Tree Planting"
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Natural Wreath Making
Hilltown Organics Northlew Road, Okehampton, United KingdomNatural Wreath Making Making winter wreaths is a tradition that goes back to Pagan times and pays tribute to the natural cycle of the seasons. Gather the materials yourself from our organic land then create and take home your own wreath. All materials used will be natural and wreath can be composted at home. Hot … Continue reading "Natural Wreath Making"
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Farm Walk : Blackaller Apiary
Blackaller Apiary Bovey Tracey, Devon, United KingdomFarm Walk : Blackaller Apiary Meet Peter Hunt and some of the bees who make the Dartmoor Wild Flower Honey we sell in the shop. Find out more about the life of bees and how Peter cares for them. Tickets Cost : £5 per person Limited Spaces. Book by popping into the Harvest Farm Shop … Continue reading "Farm Walk : Blackaller Apiary"
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Farm Walk : West Town Farm
West Town Farm IdeFarm Walk : West Town Farm Come and find out more about this organic farm on the outskirts of Exeter and about the educational charity organicARTS that is based there. There will be a walk followed by campfire cooking at the end. This is the first of 4 seasonal walks celebrating the changing seasons. Tickets … Continue reading "Farm Walk : West Town Farm"
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Natural Wreath Making
Hilltown Organics Northlew Road, Okehampton, United KingdomNatural Wreath Making Making winter wreaths out of evergreen and other natural materials is a tradition that goes back to Pagan times and pays tribute the the natural cycle of the seasons. Gather some of the materials yourself from our organic land. Take home your own wreath. All materials used will be natural and wreath … Continue reading "Natural Wreath Making"
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West Town Farm – Autumn Tree Walk
West Town Farm IdeThe Visit Cooking seasonal food around the campfire Exploring the trees and plants of the farm Fireside storytelling Tickets Booked through the Harvest Farm Shop by emailing jo@harvestworkerscoop.org.uk £10 (£8 reduced price) Notes The farm visit is suitable for adults and older children Please wear clothing and footwear suitable for being outside!!
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Shillingford Organics – Farm Visit
Shillingford Organics The Barns, Barton LaneShillingford Organics Farm Visit Come and visit Shillingford Organics in the height of the season where you’ll be able to see a range of vegetable crops inside our no-dig polytunnels and out in the field. As we walk through the site you’ll learn about how we provide for our veg box scheme, farmers market and … Continue reading "Shillingford Organics – Farm Visit"
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Scything Workshop
Hilltown Organics Northlew Road, Okehampton, United KingdomScything Workshop Learn the traditional and wonderful skill of using a scythe on this hands-on practical course. Not experience needed, suitable for anyone interested in using a scythe to manage green spaces. Max. 6 people. Tickets Tickets can be bought either in the Harvest Farm Shop or through our online shop here
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No Dig Practical Growing Workshop
Hilltown Organics Northlew Road, Okehampton, United KingdomNo Dig Practical Workshop Discover the beauty of no-dig organic growing at the beautiful site of Hilltown Organics - just outside of Okehampton. Get hooked on gardening the no-dig way at Hilltown Organics! Find out why back breaking digging is unnecessary and learn why it's great for the health of the soil. No digging supports … Continue reading "No Dig Practical Growing Workshop"
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Taw River Dairy Farm Visit
Taw River Dairy Westacre Farm, Sampford Courtenay, United KingdomCome and walk the farm with Sam and Katie and find out how they farm naturally and sustainably to produce fantastic milk.
£5
Tickets can be reserved through this website or in the shop or by emailing hello@harvestworkerscoop.org.uk
Pricing We have tried to keep prices as affordable as we can whilst ensuring that everyone is paid a fair rate for their work. Most activities feature a reduced rate thanks to the kind support of Okehampton United Charities. If you can’t afford the full rate please buy a ticket at the reduced rate. Do get in touch if cost is a problem.
We do hope you enjoy what we are doing and if you are interested in a food and farming activity and can’t see it here just let us know and we’ll see what we can do.