During foraging walks, which last around three hours, we will be identifying, picking and eating a number of delicious edibles that present themselves along the way. There will be discussion about seasonal eating and the nutritional values and medicinal use of plants. We will also look at the conservation of species and their habitats, what to take and what to leave. And of course there’s use and storage of wild food, recipes and lots, lots more. Some foraging courses take place in Bristol or the surrounding area and others happen further afield; Bath, Clevedon, The New Forest or South Wales.To arrange a walk near where you live, for a private group, be it a stag or hen do, company away day or if you have any ideas for a foraging related event, please contact me directly. I have previously taught chefs and regularly deliver foraging walks and courses to schools, scouts groups, forest schools and other youth organisations.
Foraging courses gift vouchers…
Plant/Mushroom ID walk – gift voucher £35 (valid for all walks and courses)
*Discounted price for all walks and gift vouchers purchased before 31st December 2018
Plant/Mushroom walk 4 seasonal vouchers for discovering through the seasons:
Vouchers for 4 seasonal walks £105
Upcoming Events…
Fermentation Workshop
Saturday 16th February, Matter Wholefoods, Bristol
Create your own wild and wonderful ferments with organic veg plus wild seeds and seaweeds. Fermenting has changed my life, brought new and exciting flavours to almost every meal I eat and played a big part in restoring my health. I’ll show you how to make some favourite krauts then you’ll come up with your own unique ferments that you can take home, love and devour!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/forage-ferment-winter-tickets-53380079254?ref=eios&aff=eios
The Dingle, Blaise Estate, Bristol. Sunday 17th February, Sunday 24th February 10.30am-1.30pm
Forage seasonal winter micro-greens. Learn what’s good to eat, as well as what not to eat, plus take home some delicious recipes with which to impress your friends. There’ll be a chance to nibble on plants foraged along the way and also to sample my tasty, home made herbal tea blend made from wild plants plus I’ll bring some warming wild soup made from foraged leaves and sourdough bread. Plants we can expect to see include Lesser Celandine, Cleavers, Wood Avens and Dandelions
February 17th Course £30
February 24th Course £30
Spring Salads foraging walks
The Dingle, Blaise Estate, Bristol – Sunday 17th, Sunday 24th March 10.30am-1.30pm
Discover numerous, seasonal wild plants that can be foraged during Springtime. Learn what’s good to eat, as well as what not to eat, plus take home some seasonal recipes with which to impress your friends. There’ll be a chance to nibble on plants foraged along the way and also to sample my tasty, home made cordial made from wild ingredients. Plants we can expect to see include Nettles, Wild Garlic, Ground Elder, Meadowsweet and Hawthorn
March 17th Course £30
March 24th Course £30
Coastal/Estuary walk
Sunday 9th June and Sundays 7th and 21st July, Clevedon – 10.30am-1.30pm
Discover and eat some of the delicious wild edibles growing in coastal and salt marsh habitats, plants which shaped the lives of our hunter-gatherer forefathers and the menus of many a gourmet chef today! We’ll search for Sea Asters, Sea Arrow Grass, Sea Radish, Scurvy Grass, Sea Spinach, Rock Samphire and many more wonderful species. You’ll find out ways in which you can turn your foraged herbs and succulent sea veg into scrumptious meals and delightful condiments for use all year round. These walks are popular so don’t delay, book today!
Afterwards we’ll feast on a forager’s picnic with sourdough, relish, elderberry dressing, ferments and herbal teas, all made from wild ingredients.
June 9th Course £30
July 7th Course £30
July 21st Course £30
Mushroom walks, Bristol
Sunday 27th October, Sunday 3rd November 10.30am-2pm
On our mushroom hunts we will look at safe identification of fungi, preferred habitats of different species, what to eat and what not to eat plus I will give you some ideas for turning your foraged ingredients into tasty meals. You can sample some of my wonderful mushroomy snacks and hot drinks will be provided.
October 27th Course £35
November 3rd Course £35
Previous walks:
Mushroom walks, Bristol
Saturday 3rd, Sunday 4th, Saturday 10th, Sunday 11th, Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th November 10.30am-2pm
On our mushroom hunts we will look at safe identification of fungi, preferred habitats of different species, what to eat and what not to eat plus I will give you some ideas for turning your foraged ingredients into tasty meals. You can sample some of my wonderful mushroomy snacks and hot drinks will be provided.
Mushroom walks, Hampshire
Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th September, Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th October. 11am-2.30pm
On our mushroom hunts we will look at safe identification of fungi, preferred habitats of different species, what to eat and what not to eat plus I will give you some ideas for turning your foraged ingredients into tasty meals. You can sample some of my wild ferments and mushroomy snacks plus hot drinks will be provided.
Note: These walks are NOT in The Forest of Dean!
September 29th Course £40
September 30th Course £40
October 13th Course
October 14th Course £40
Forage & Ferment
September 21st, Matter Wholefoods, Bristol, 5pm-9pm
Discover hidden (and not so hidden) hedgerow delights. Learn to identify and use a variety of delicious, healthy and medicinal plants then, back at Matter Studio Kitchen, create your own wild and wonderful ferments. For more information and booking please visit:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/forage-ferment-martin-bailey-matter-studio-kitchen-tickets-48529186102
Stroud Foraging Walk
Saturday 1st September, Slad Valley, Stroud – 10.30am-2.30pm
Bristol park walk
Sunday 2nd September, Brandon Hill Park – Bristol – 10.30am-1.30pm
On this wild food walk you will learn about all sorts of delicious edibles growing in the park. We will look at seeds, berries and fruit which can be foraged later in the season and put to good use in the kitchen. There will also be discussion about the medicinal uses of plants, many of which can be used to help build resistance to colds and flu during the Winter months. As well as all this, We’ll be searching for bee friendly, nectar rich flowers that support urban bee colonies. Bring a friend, a camera and a sense of adventure. On our walk you can sample some of my tasty wild kimchi, pesto, pickles etc, all made from wild ingredients.
Coastal/Estuary walk
Sunday 10th and 24th June and Sundays 8th and 22nd July, Clevedon – 10.30am-1.30pm
Discover and eat some of the delicious wild edibles growing in coastal and salt marsh habitats, plants which shaped the lives of our hunter-gatherer forefathers and the menus of many a gourmet chef today! We’ll search for Sea Asters, Sea Arrow Grass, Sea Radish, Scurvy Grass, Sea Spinach, Rock Samphire and many more wonderful species. You’ll find out ways in which you can turn your foraged herbs and succulent sea veg into scrumptious meals and delightful condiments for use all year round. These walks are popular so don’t delay, book today!
Afterwards we’ll feast on a forager’s picnic with sourdough, relish, elderberry dressing, ferments and herbal teas, all made from wild ingredients.
Bristol Food Connections Forage
Sunday 17th June, Blaise Estate, Bristol – 10.30am-2pm
A foraging walk at Blaise Estate. Discovering and foraging seasonal wild edibles, You’ll learn about what to eat, and what not to eat, where to look, cooking, prep and storage of wild food, ecology, folk law and lots more. After our walk we’ll head to The Blaise Community Garden where there’ll be a chance to sample all sorts delicious food made outdoors on the day from produce grown in the garden as well as foraged on our morning walk.
Booking here: https://www.getawriggleon.com/o/bristol-go-foraging-bristol-food-connections-a-foraging-walk-at-blaise-estate
Stroud Foraging Walk
Sunday 27th May, Slad Valley, Stroud – 10.30am-2.30pm
Bristol Walk Fest Walk
12th May, 11.00-1.30pm, Brandon Hill Park, Bristol
On this wild food walk we’ll discover all sorts of delicious edibles growing in the park. Learn plant stories and how country folk have long valued wild herbs for their capacity to heal and promote good health, plus you’ll be given some ideas for how to turn your foraged ingredients into scrumptious meals. During the day there’ll be a chance to sample some tasty bits I’ve made from wild ingredients- wild kimchi or wild garlic frittatets or something else I make on a whim the night before. I’ll also provide some refreshing cordial made from wild flowers. Bring a friend, a camera and a sense of adventure.
Family Forage and Feast
Join us at The Community Farm this Spring for our family Forage and Feast. Two sessions on this day:
10am-12.30pm: 2-7 year olds – SOLD OUT
1.30pm-4pm: 8 year olds and over
Joining forces with Earthwise for a spring forage and feast!
We’ll be having fun picking lots of different wild leaves, flowers and seeds, all of which you can eat! We’ll then head back to our yurt kitchen for some wild snacks and cordials and get the kids cooking a delicious lunch from our foraged ingredients.
All food prepared on the day will be vegetarian and will be made according to the dietary requirements of the group.
This is sure to be a fantastic experience for both parents and children to have fun learning about foraging and some kid-friendly cookery!
Spring Salads foraging walks
The Dingle, Blaise Estate, Bristol – Sunday 1st April 10.30am-1.30pm
Discover numerous, seasonal wild plants that can be foraged during Springtime. Learn what’s good to eat, as well as what not to eat, plus take home some seasonal recipes with which to impress your friends. There’ll be a chance to nibble on plants foraged along the way and also to sample my tasty, home made cordial made from wild ingredients. Plants we can expect to see include Nettles, Wild Garlic, Ground Elder, Meadowsweet and Hawthorn
Brean Down coastal walks
North East Somerset, Brean Down – Sunday 8th and Sunday 22nd April. 11.00am-2.00pm
Discover numerous, seasonal wild plants that can be foraged during Springtime. Learn what’s good to eat, as well as what not to eat, plus take home some seasonal recipes with which to impress your friends. There’ll be a chance to nibble on plants foraged along the way and also to sample my tasty, home made cordial made from wild ingredients. Plants we can expect to see include Wild Mint, Aromatic Alexanders, Sorrel and Pennywort. This location also has stunning views across the Severn Estuary.
Community Farm Forage
Mother’s Day foraging walk
The Dingle, Blaise Estate, Bristol – Sunday 11th March, 10.30am-1.30pm
Discover numerous, seasonal wild plants that can be foraged during spring time. Learn what’s good to eat, as well as what not to eat, plus take home some delicious recipes with which to impress your friends. There’ll be a chance to nibble on plants foraged along the way and also to sample my tasty, home made herbal tea blend made from wild plants plus I’ll bring some warming wild soup and sourdough bread plus hot drinks. Plants we can expect to see include Nettles, Wild Garlic, Ground Elder, Meadowsweet and Hawthorn.
The Dingle, Blaise Estate, Bristol. Sunday 4th February, Saturday 24th February
Forage seasonal winter micro-greens. Learn what’s good to eat, as well as what not to eat, plus take home some delicious recipes with which to impress your friends. There’ll be a chance to nibble on plants foraged along the way and also to sample my tasty, home made herbal tea blend made from wild plants plus I’ll bring some warming wild soup and sourdough bread plus hot drinks. Plants we can expect to see include Lesser Celandine, Cleavers, Wood Avens and Dandelions
Christmas Gifts Workshop – Wild Kimchi and Kombucha , Bristol
Saturday 9th December. 10.30am-2.30pm
Learn to make Kimchi and Kombucha with me and fellow fan of all things fermented Shumbi Love. At the end of the session you’ll come away with some fabulous pots of pro-biotic goodness to share with your family and friends! Lunch, including various ferments made from wild and organic ingredients, will be included.
SOLD OUT
Mushroom walks, Bristol
Sunday 29th October, Sunday 5th, Saturday 11th, Sunday 12th, Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th November 10.30am-2pm
On our mushroom hunts we will look at safe identification of fungi, preferred habitats of different species, what to eat and what not to eat plus I will give you some ideas for turning your foraged ingredients into tasty meals. You can sample some of my wonderful mushroomy snacks and hot drinks will be provided.
Mushroom walks, New Forest, Hampshire
Saturday 30th September, Sunday 1st October, Saturday 14th October, Sunday 15th October. 11am-2.30pm
On our mushroom hunts we will look at safe identification of fungi, preferred habitats of different species, what to eat and what not to eat plus I will give you some ideas for turning your foraged ingredients into tasty meals. You can sample some of my wild ferments and mushroomy snacks plus hot drinks will be provided.
Bristol park walk
Brandon Hill Park – Bristol – Sunday 3rd September. 10.30am-1.30pm
On this wild food walk you will learn about all sorts of delicious edibles growing in the park. We will look at seeds, berries and fruit which can be foraged later in the season and put to good use in the kitchen. There will also be discussion about the medicinal uses of plants, many of which can be used to help build resistance to colds and flu during the Winter months. As well as all this, We’ll be searching for bee friendly, nectar rich flowers that support urban bee colonies. Bring a friend, a camera and a sense of adventure. On our walk you can sample some of my tasty wild kimchi, pesto, pickles etc, all made from wild ingredients.
Coastal/Estuary walk
Clevedon – Sunday 9th July, Sunday 23rd July, Sunday 6th August. 10.30am-1.30pm
On our walk you can sample some of my tasty chutneys, vinegars, syrups etc, all made from wild ingredients.
Where the wild things are
Children’s foraging walks
Victoria Park, Bristol – Thursday 13th July & Thursday 3rd August. 10.30am-12.00pm
Learning in the fresh air; have fun picking lots of different leaves, flowers and seeds, all of which you can eat! Discover things you never knew about the plants growing right under your nose – in the park. With a super forager’s quiz and a chance to taste the things I make from the things I find – like my yummy Elderflower cordial.
This foraging walk will last around one and a half hours. Although aimed at children these walks will have lots of interesting information for adults too. (suitable for ages 3 and above).
Price: £10 per child
Grown ups welcome but must be accompanied by a child (limited to one grown up per child).
Bristol Walk Fest Walks
Brandon Hill Park – Sunday 14th and Sunday 28th May. 10.30am-1.00pm
On these wild food walks we’ll discover all sorts of delicious edibles growing in the park. Learn plant stories and how country folk have long valued wild herbs for their capacity to heal and promote good health, plus you’ll be given some ideas for how to turn your foraged ingredients into scrumptious meals. During walks there’ll be a chance to sample some tasty bits I’ve made from wild ingredients- wild kimchi or wild garlic frittatets…or something else I make on a whim the night before. I’ll also provide some refreshing cordial made from wild flowers.
Bring a friend, a camera and a sense of adventure.
Community Farm Foraging walk
The Community Farm, Chew Magna – Saturday 13th May. 10.00am-1.00pm
Join us for a morning of foraging at The Community Farm, in Somerset. During the walk we will explore the hedgerows and wilder areas of the farm. You will forage your own tasty leaves, learning what’s in season and good to eat right now. After our walk we’ll enjoy refreshing drinks, delicious wild kimchi, pesto, sourdough bread plus pickles. It doesn’t matter whether you have experience of foraging or you are completely new to the subject, you’re sure to find this an enjoyable and interesting day – bring a camera, some comfortable footwear and a friend. Booking through The Community Farm.
Brean Down coastal walks
North East Somerset, Brean Down – Sunday 9th and Sunday 30th April. 10.30am-1.30pm
Discover numerous, seasonal wild plants that can be foraged during Springtime. Learn what’s good to eat, as well as what not to eat, plus take home some seasonal recipes with which to impress your friends. There’ll be a chance to nibble on plants foraged along the way and also to sample my tasty, home made cordial made from wild ingredients. Plants we can expect to see include Wild Mint, Aromatic Alexanders, Sorrel and Pennywort. This location also has stunning views across the Severn Estuary.
Spring foraging walks
Blaise Estate, Bristol – Sunday 5th February, Sunday 26th February, 5th March. 10.30am-1.30pm
Discover numerous, seasonal wild plants that can be foraged during Springtime. Learn what’s good to eat, as well as what not to eat, plus take home some seasonal recipes with which to impress your friends. There’ll be a chance to nibble on plants foraged along the way and also to sample my tasty, home made cordial made from wild ingredients. Plants we can expect to see include Nettles, Wild Garlic, Ground Elder, Meadowsweet and Hawthorn
Mother’s Day foraging walk
Blaise Estate, Bristol – Sunday 26th March, 10.30am-1.30pm
Discover numerous, seasonal wild plants that can be foraged during Springtime. Learn what’s good to eat, as well as what not to eat, plus take home some seasonal recipes with which to impress your friends. There’ll be a chance to nibble on plants foraged along the way and also to sample my tasty, home made herbal tea blend made from wild plants plus I’ll bring some warming wild soup and sourdough bread. Plants we can expect to see include Nettles, Wild Garlic, Ground Elder, Meadowsweet and Hawthorn. I’ll bring hot drinks.
Valentine’s Day foraging walk
Brandon Hill Park, Bristol – Tuesday 14th February, 5pm-7.00pm
Discover aphrodisiac potions, heart tonics and wild cocktails to get your valentines evening off to a flying start. There’ll be a few nibbles to enjoy along the way and soft drinks for anyone driving!
Bath Forest of the Imagination
Henrietta Park, Bath. Saturday 4th June, 3.00-5pm
Discover edible salads and wild herbs growing in this tranquil green space near the heart of the city of Bath.
Bristol Food Connections/Walk Fest walk
The Dingle, Blaise Estate, Bristol – Bristol. Sunday 1st May, 11.00-1.00pm
Walking in picturesque surroundings, discover numerous tasty wild plants growing in our urban green spaces. During the walk we’ll discuss how to create delicious meals from wild ingredients you’ve foraged, plus we’ll look at plant families, habitats and lots more. There’ll also be a chance to sample some of my homemade pickles, fermented wild leaves and Elderberry cordial.
Bristol Food Connections/Walk Fest walk
Brandon Hill Park, Bristol. Saturday 7th May, 11.00-1.00pm
Exploring one of Bristol’s great treasures and a haven for wildlife, discover numerous tasty wild plants growing in our urban green spaces. Learn about plant families, the hidden habitats of Brandon Hill Park and discover its edible secrets. During the walk I will talk about how you can create delicious meals from wild ingredients that you forage. There’ll also be a chance to sample some of my homemade pickles, fermented wild leaves and Elderberry cordial.
Spring salads walks
Blaise Estate, Bristol – Saturday 12th, Saturday 26th March. 10.30am-1.30pm
Discover numerous, seasonal wild plants that can be foraged during Springtime. Learn what’s good to eat, as well as what not to eat, plus take home some seasonal recipes with which to impress your friends. There’ll be a chance to nibble on plants foraged along the way and also to sample my tasty, home made cordial made from wild ingredients. Plants we can expect to see include Nettles, Wild Garlic, Ground Elder, Meadowsweet and Hawthorn
Spring salads walks
North East Somerset, Brean Down – Saturday 9th and Sunday 24th April. 10.30am-1.30pm
Discover numerous, seasonal wild plants that can be foraged during Springtime. Learn what’s good to eat, as well as what not to eat, plus take home some seasonal recipes with which to impress your friends. There’ll be a chance to nibble on plants foraged along the way and also to sample my tasty, home made cordial made from wild ingredients. Plants we can expect to see include Wild Mint, Aromatic Alexanders, Sorrel and Pennywort. This location also has stunning views across the Severn Estuary.
Wild Food Feast
The Community Farm, Chew Magna – Saturday 30th May. 10.00am …this is a Chelsea Fringe in Bristol event
Join us for a day of foraging at The Community Farm, in Somerset. During the morning we will explore the hedgerows and wild areas of the farm as well as the banks of Chew Valley Lake. You will forage your own tasty salad leaves and seeds, learning about what’s in season and good to eat right now. Our chef will then show you how to transform your foraged ingredients into a delicious meal, cooked on site at the farm. It doesn’t matter whether you have experience of foraging or you are completely new to the subject, you’re sure to find this an enjoyable and interesting day – bring a camera, some comfortable footwear and a friend. £50 per person
Hedgerow and woodland walk
Somerset – Sunday 15th May. 10.30am
On this walk we will look at some favourite edible plants which grow along the wayside in an idyllic rural spot near Bath. We will discuss plants that are in season now, their medicinal uses and some recipes with which to impress your friends and family. As well as trying some of the plants we find, you will have a chance to sample some of my tasty chutneys, vinegars and syrups, all made from wild ingredients.
Bristol park walk
Blaise Estate – Sunday 29th May. 10.30am
May 29th Course £30
Foraging Walk & Harty Supper
Foraging walk in Clevedon, followed by supper at Hart’s Bakery, Bristol – Saturday 11th June…this is a Chelsea Fringe in Bristol event
Walk: 10.30am-1.30pm, Clevedon
Meal 7.30pm, Hart’s Bakery, Bristol
Join me for a morning of coastal foraging along The Poet’s Walk, Clevedon. Discover and forage delicious, seasonal wild herbs and coastal vegetables. In the evening, relax and enjoy a vegetarian feast prepared by the Harty Suppers team – expect fresh, wild ingredients and wonderfully new flavours!
*Note: The price includes both the foraging walk and evening meal- following our walk you will have the afternoon to yourself. We will meet again around 6.45pm at Harts Bakery.
I will email all the information you need once you have booked. This will include: what to bring, what to wear and exactly when and where to meet.
Coastal/Estuary walk
Clevedon – Saturday 18th June, Sunday 19th June, Saturday 9th, Sunday 10th, Sunday 31st July. Sunday 14th August. 10.30am
Where the wild things are
Children’s foraging walk
Blaise Estate – Bristol – Friday 12th, Friday 19th August. 10.30am
Learning in the fresh air; have fun picking lots of different leaves, flowers and seeds, all of which you can eat! Discover things you never knew about the plants growing right under your nose – in the park. With a super forager’s quiz and a chance to taste the things I make from the things I find – like my yummy syrups and cordials.
This foraging walk will last around one and a half hours. Although aimed at children these walks will have lots of interesting information for adults too.
Price: £10 per adult and £10 per child
Grown ups welcome but must be accompanied by a child!
Bristol park walks
Brandon Hill Park – Bristol – Saturday 3rd September. 10.30am Blaise Estate – Bristol – Sunday 18th September. 10.30am
On these wild food walks you will learn about all sorts of delicious edibles growing in the park. We will look at fruit which can be foraged later in the season and put to good use in the kitchen. There will also be discussion about the medicinal uses of plants, many of which can be used to help build resistance to colds and flu during the Winter months. Bring a friend, a camera and a sense of adventure. On our walk you can sample some of my tasty chutneys, vinegars, syrups etc, all made from wild ingredients.
Mushroom walks
The New Forest – Saturday 1st October, Sunday 2nd October, Saturday 15th October, Sunday 16th October. Walks start at 10.30 am
On our mushroom hunts we will look at safe identification of fungi, preferred habitats of different species, what to eat and what not to eat plus I will give you some ideas for turning your foraged ingredients into tasty meals.
Mushroom walks, Bristol
Bristol – Sunday 6th November, Sunday 13th, Saturday 19th, Sunday 20th, Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th November. Walks start at 10.30 am and end around 2pm
On our mushroom hunts we will look at safe identification of fungi, preferred habitats of different species, what to eat and what not to eat plus I will give you some ideas for turning your foraged ingredients into tasty meals.
