Lisbon PDC: 72-Hour Residential Permaculture Design

A residential Permaculture Design Certificate (PDC) course is scheduled to take place near Lisbon, Portugal, from March 15th to March 27th, 2026. This comprehensive 72-hour program will be held at Fools' Valley, a 16-hectare rural property situated approximately 20 minutes north of Lisbon. Fools' Valley is described as home to a burgeoning international community actively engaged in exploring the connections between ecological restoration and personal and collective development practices.

The course is designed as a face-to-face, immersive experience. The curriculum will cover the full scope of permaculture design principles and practices, leading to certification upon completion. The lead instructor for this PDC is Tom Henfrey, a certified permaculture teacher. The organizers are also open to offers from apprentice teachers who wish to gain valuable teaching experience during the course.

The cost for the full PDC is €975. An early bird discount is available, reducing the fee to €900 for registrations made by January 3rd, 2026. Additionally, discounts are offered specifically for Portuguese residents and nationals. The course fee encompasses tuition, certification, access to the site's facilities, all meals, and refreshments. Accommodation in the form of camping is included, requiring participants to bring their own tent and bedding, or to use their own camper van. For those seeking alternative lodging, accommodation supplements are available starting from €96 per person.

The venue's postal address is Rua Principal 2A, Casal da Fonte das Pombas, 2590-407 Sobral de Monte Agraço, Portugal. Further details and registration can be accessed through the Fools' Valley website, which is provided as the primary course website. The booking link directs interested individuals to a Google Forms page for registration. The event is being promoted by the Permaculture Association UK.