Upcoming Workshops…
Therapeutic Gardening at Lothlorien – 2 taster sessions 25th September and 2nd October.
We are organising 2 therapeutic gardening taster sessions for people experiencing mental health issues to come and connect with nature, meet new people, and nurture their wellbeing through gentle activities in a supportive and welcoming space.
Theses sessions are run by Abi Mordin and are free to attend but individuals do need to book. There are two sessions that will be held on the above dates and run 2-4pm, at Lothlorien Therapeutic Community.
We are able to offer transport, outdoor clothing if needed, all tools and equipment and snacks. No previous gardening experience is required!
To attend these sessions individuals can be referred by support workers or self refer, please email hello@lothlorien.tc for more details and a booking form.
Previous Workshops…
Drawing Workshop
A creative workshop with Emily Tough from We Agree on Eggs
Permaculture Herb Bed Design Workshop
This session will introduce you to the design principles and practices of permaculture with Lusi Alderslowe—a holistic approach to designing regenerative systems that harmonise with nature. This workshop will explore permaculture zones and sectors. Together, we will design an area of the land for growing herbs, discussing where to locate it, and which plants to put where. Then create a herb bed ready to be planted out in the spring.
Herbal Medicine Walk & Talk
A walk and talk around Lothlorien’s garden with medical herbalist Sarah Jane Scouten Sarah Jane trained as a medical herbalist at Betonica School of Herbal Medicine and is a member of the National Institute of Medical Herbalists. She practices, forages and grows herbal medicine in Moniaive and at Napiers the Herbalists in Glasgow.
Compost, Teas & Mulches!
Join Abi from Propagate for this 3 hour workshop digging into the world of compost. Using Lothlorien’s composting system as an example we’ll explore microbes, fermentations, what makes ‘good’ compost and more.
Sketch booking and Observational Drawing Workshop
A creative workshop with Emily Tough from We Agree on Eggs
Wild Garlic Foraging Walk
A walk and talk with Bianca Leder of Drumrash Farm, about how to forage safely, and with the environment in mind. Followed by a tasting lunch of wild garlic goodies.