"Gardening for Wildlife and Wellbeing" with Shelagh Todd

Description

'Gardening for Wildlife and Well-being' With Cumbrian Garden Designer, Lecturer & Plantswoman, Shelagh Todd. Do you want to create a wildlife friendly garden or outdoor space that embraces sustainability? If so, this is the course for you. Tutor Shelagh Todd will explore how the garden surrounding Quirky Workshop’s barns has evolved into a haven for wildlife over the last 25 years. During the course, we will explore the beds and borders, wildlife ponds, wildflower meadow and nooks and crannies that attract an abundance of wildlife to Annie’s garden. We will explore the quirkiness of the sustainable techniques incorporated into her unique garden and give you some inspiration and ideas for you to take back to your own outdoor space. Shelagh will share how over the last 30 years she has created her own sustainable wildlife garden in a fellside village situated on the edge of the Pennines. During the day, Shelagh will share her top tips on creating a sustainably designed wildlife garden. - Selecting wildlife friendly plants to attract bees & butterflies to your borders. - Creating a mixed hedge for wildlife. - How to encourage wildlife & birdlife into your garden. - Tips on how to create & maintain a wildlife meadow. - The enjoyment & benefits of building a dead hedge accompanied by a demonstration in the garden at Poplin Dub. - A hands on practical session making small bug hotels. - Creative & practical ideas on adding a wildlife pond to your garden. - Enjoy being inspired with ideas to benefit both nature and your wellbeing.

What's included in the price?

- Tasty home made lunch, fresh coffee, and cream tea. - Material charges: N/A.

Cancellation policy

Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts

Maker

Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden and Barns

with Craft Courses since 2013

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Situated in a tranquil location on the fringes of the Lake District in north west England, we have been hosting a Quirky range of workshops since 2005. We are now proud to offer over 140 Arts, Craft and Heritage Skills Workshops each year, led by an incredible and talented range of local and national tutors, all experts in their field. We have two teaching studios, the 'Squirrel Barn' and the newly renovated, spacious and airy 'Swallow Barn', the latter of which, at 60m2 was very popular in the months post Covid, allowing 2m distancing, hand washing and two staircases. We have several garden teaching spaces too. Lunch (included) can be taken outside on the Tea Lawn in warmer months and teas/coffee with Aga home-baking is served at your desk. Our days are considered real treats.