Learn simple, practical, and effective ways to help nature thrive, and build confidence working with land in a way that supports biodiversity.
Who is this course for?
This course is for anyone who wants to welcome more wildlife into their garden or local space but is not sure where to begin. It is ideal for people who feel curious about the natural world and want to support it in a hands on way. Whether you are working with a balcony, a small garden, the edge of a lawn, a driveway, or a larger piece of land. This weekend will help you understand what is already happening in your space and how to support more life to flourish.
You can also purchase this course as a gift here.
What will you learn?
On this course we will explore:
What biodiversity means in everyday, practical terms
How plants, insects, birds, soil, and water are connected
How to read your garden or land and recognise what is already working
Creating and caring for wildflower meadows
Simple habitat building methods using natural materials
Pollinator friendly planting
The wonder of wildlife ponds
Basic plant identification and citizen science surveying
Safe ways to manage invasive species
Why pesticides and herbicides cause harm, and practical, organic alternatives
How to design your space to support more life over time
What will you take away?
After the weekend you will leave with:
A clear understanding of how to start supporting biodiversity at home
The confidence to take practical action
A tray of seeds you have sown yourself to take home and grow on
A simple, personalised plan for your space, created with guidance and feedback
A new way of seeing your garden or land as a living, responsive system
A sense of clarity about your next steps, starting on Monday morning
Connections with other like-minded learners and new friends
How is the course structured?
Each day offers a relaxed balance of a bit of classroom learning and plenty of time outdoors, observing, experimenting, and getting our hands mucky.
On Saturday we begin by exploring the beauty and value of biodiversity, focusing on why supporting nature at any scale matters. This is followed by a guided walk around the land at Common Knowledge, where participants will experience a wide range of habitats and learn how small changes can support life. In the afternoon, we explore a range of practical habitat creation methods and take part in a hands on session focused on managing invasive species safely.
On Sunday we spend the morning outdoors with pollinator friendly planting, plant identification, simple surveying, and wildflower meadow maintenance. We also look at solutions to alternatives to pesticides and herbicides. In the afternoon, we move indoors to reflect, get creative, and develop a simple, achievable plan for increasing biodiversity in your own space, shaped by what you have learned over the weekend.
Many people find this way of working with land grounding, restorative, and deeply rewarding.
What’s included?
The course fee covers tuition, the use of tools and materials, and two wholesome and nutritious daily meals curated by our on-site chef, along with tea, coffee, and cake when it is most needed.
Staying with us at The Common Knowledge Centre
At The Common Knowledge Centre we now have a range of accommodation options on site to suit all budgets and needs. When you stay with us, you’ll be supporting our newly established guesthouse and be close to the action. We recommend arriving the evening before your course. You can view available accommodation on our booking page.
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