Our Programmes

Living Food

11th October 2024 - 12th October 2024

Facilitator: Daphne Lambert

Food that truly nourishes us involves a myriad of relationships. From the diversity of soil micro-organisms, to our own body’s microbes. From the traditional wisdoms, passed down through the generations, of growing, harvesting and seed saving, to the art of preserving food and the joy of sharing. These interwoven relationships are a rich mosaic of traditions and culture, sitting at the heart of our wellbeing.

Event time: 11th October 2024 9:30am - 12th October 2024 4:00pm

Interested in spreading the cost of this course? Select Clearpay at checkout.

Not seeing Clearpay? Email info@hawkwoodcollege.co.uk for your payment options.

What Is Included

For the majority of our courses, both residential and non-residential rates are available. Residential options are fully inclusive with all meals provided. Non-residential options include suppers, lunches and all refreshments and exclude B&B. Some of our short day courses, events and talks do not include meals and refreshments. For more details about this course, please see the Practical Information section below.

Additional Activities

Mindful walking through our woodland trails
Meditate in our Woodland Sanctuary
Go on a hike and explore the Cotswolds AONB
Discover surrounding charming market towns

At a Glance

Everything we eat has a story to tell
Connecting the soil and gut microbiomes and how they share common functions
Sense of community through preparing food together
All in the beautiful surroundings of Hawkwood with a biodynamically managed kitchen garden and onsite farm, Stroud Community Agriculture

What You Will Gain

Overview of the immune system and simple ways to improve your immunity
A store of autumn delights: wild gathered tea blends, blackberry & sage shrub, rosehip chutney, nettle seed condiment, herbal mead elixir
Energy efficient ways of producing food
Sense of community through preparing food together

Booking Options

Residential (single)Residential single rate

£360.00

Residential (shared)Residential shared rate

£322.50

Non-residentialNon-residential rate

£270.00

Interested in spreading the cost of this course? Select Clearpay at checkout.

Not seeing Clearpay? Email info@hawkwoodcollege.co.uk for your payment options.

Living Food Tutors

Daphne Lambert

More about Living Food

Two days of conversations, demonstrations and hands-on preparation highlighting the multiple layers of relationship that brings good food into our bodies. Throughout our time together we will explore a range of food topics with a focus on healthy soil, healthy food and healthy people and in particular the importance of consuming a diverse range of natural foods for immunity and overall health.

Two days of conversations, demonstrations and hands-on preparation highlighting the multiple layers of relationship that brings good food into our bodies. Throughout our time together we will explore a range of food topics with a focus on healthy soil, healthy food and healthy people and in particular the importance of consuming a diverse range of natural foods for immunity and overall health.

During our time together we will look at the benefits of and how to use the abundant autumn harvest. Different ways of preserving the plentiful fruits. How to harness the power of nutrient dense seeds like hemp, walnut and linseed. Ensuring we use the healing compounds stored in roots like Jerusalem Artichokes, horseradish and galangal.

You will discover plenty of ideas on how to preserve wild and cultivated foods and once you master some basic techniques like fermenting, dehydrating & elixirs there will be no end to your creativity.

Practical Information

Please bring an apron and comfortable shoes are you may be standing for much of the course and a notebook and pen.
Equipment to bring: 1 medium-sized, sharp kitchen knife; 2 x 0.5 litre Clip Top Kilner Jars with rubber seal (not screw-top)
https://www.kilnerjar.co.uk/0025490-clip-top-round-jar-05-litre/

Price includes all meals.

full of very practical knowledge... Every detail was thought through and we felt held, inspired and nourished

James Beck

About Hawkwood

Hawkwood is a stunning Grade Il listed 19th Century country house, surrounded by 42 acres of sustainably managed woodland, farmland, and gardens. Set in the heart of the Cotswolds - an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - it is a sanctuary away from the hustle and bustle of modern life. With a diverse selection of nearly 150 courses, there's plenty to choose from, including courses in transformative leadership, future thinking, inner life, music and the arts.

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