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Expert vegetable gardener Sally Nex will teach you how to grow vegetables in your garden all year, including winter vegetable gardening and plant ideas. As you learn you'll be designing your vegetable garden and producing your own planting plan. This course takes you right through the growing year, and explores the best ways to make the most of your garden so you can enjoy home grown fruit and vegetables, no matter what the season.
Wether you're just getting started with growing your own vegetables or looking to expand the amount of vegetables you grow, Sally's course will teach you how to plan your garden and plant choices. You'll learn:
Friday 6th March 2026, 10am-3pm
Hedgerows are not (just) for keeping the livestock secure. Join Friends of the Lake District to discover the many ways hedges can benefit your farm, wildlife and the wider environment, and discuss what management approaches help them live up to their impressive potential, from planting all the way…
Tuesday 24th February 2026, 10am-4pm at a venue tbc in Eden Valley
An introductory session exploring the traditional landscape management technique of hedgelaying which is much in demand across different landscapes! Booking essential.
Friday 13th February 2026, 10am-4pm at Gosling Sike
An introductory session exploring the creation of new orchards as well as managing established orchards, with a focus on community orchards. Booking essential.
Farming + Technology
Monday 2nd February 2025 - 9am - 4pm
This course will take place at Westmorland Agricultural Society, Lane Farm, Crooklands, LA7 7NG with assessment on the morning of Friday 6th FebruaryMember price - £160+VAT. Contact the office to book your place on 01768 868615 or email admin@thefarmernetwork.co.uk
Furness College Open Day 20 November
Cumbrian Agriculture, Arboriculture and Forestry Apprenticeship INFORMATION EVENINGS
Carlisle College Open Days 15 January and 26 March 2026
