Abbey Physic Forest Garden: Monthly Permaculture Sessions

Monthly forest gardening sessions are scheduled to take place at the Abbey Physic Community Garden, offering practical experience combined with permaculture principles. These sessions are designed to run from January 21, 2026, through July 15, 2026, occurring on monthly Wednesdays between 10 AM and 12 PM.

The primary focus of these gatherings is hands-on gardening activities, integrated with an exploration of permaculture philosophy and design methodologies. Participants will engage in practical tasks related to forest gardening, which involves cultivating edible plants in a multi-layered system mimicking a natural forest ecosystem. A key element of these sessions will be the introduction of a permaculture planning tool, referred to as "4W's and 1H," which likely stands for Who, What, When, Where, and How, indicating a structured approach to design and implementation. Additionally, attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy a foraged garden tea during the sessions.

While participation in these sessions is free of charge, donations are encouraged to support the initiative. Following the gardening activities, a garden lunch will be made available at 12:30 PM for those who wish to partake.

The event is organized by Jo Barker, who can be contacted for further information via email at futurefoodforests@gmail.com or by phone at 07747386994. The venue, the Abbey Physic Community Garden, is located at Abbey Physic Community Garden, Behind the Black door, Abbey Place (Alley), Faversham, ME13 7BG, United Kingdom. More details about the permaculture activities at this specific garden can be found on their dedicated website. The event is promoted with an image depicting a winter forest garden scene, highlighting the seasonal aspect of the gardening work.