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GUIDED WILDLIFE WALKS
2 hour walks focussing on integrating organic farm practice with wildlife conservation. Start at 2 pm. End with delicious cream tea in our Centre. £6.50 adults children free. Wellies advisable. Ring 01460 30144 to book.
Other Tues are 15th July, 23rd September, 4th November
MOTH IDENTIFICATION EVENINGS 2008
A mercury vapour moth trap will be used to attract insects for identification before release. Information will be given on all species that come to the light. Followed by reviving hot drink and home made cake in the Centre. £6.50 adults, children free. Wellies advisable. Ring 01460 30144 to book. Event weather dependent so telephone to confirm on the day. Start at 8.30 pm.
Other Mons are July 14th, September 22nd, November 3rd.
HEDGELAYING with Nick Cox
Master the traditional craft of hedgelaying. By laying correctly we can lengthen the life of trees, encourage new growth and thicken the hedge so encouraging a greater range of wildlife.
Saturday Friday 17 October, Saturday 15 November, Thursday 4 December 2008
10.00am - 3.30pm £50.00
LIVING WILLOW with Sarah Meikle
Will cover the ground preparation and the simple weaves needed to create willow arbours, tunnels, arches, fences and mazes. Each participant will make and take home a living willow chair.
Please contact for more dates
10.00am - 3.30pm £50.00
WILLOW GARDEN SCULPTURES
with Sarah Meikle
Learn the basic techniques of working with willow then use the skills to create your choice of items which could be an arbour for climbing plants, an animal or bird or a hanging basket for trailing plants. Sarah will give you plenty of ideas and encouragement to make something which will really enhance your garden and is practical as well as decorative.
Friday 11 September, Saturday 8 November 2008
10.00am - 3.30pm £50.00
AN INTRODUCTION TO POULTRY FOR THE SMALLHOLDER with Kathy Anzuino
Interested in keeping a few chickens? Wondering where to start? An introductory course, with both theoretical and practical sessions, covering
• Sourcing chickens
• General husbandry such as housing, feed and range management
• Chicken behaviour and welfare
• Animal handling
Saturday 20th September
10.00am - 5.00pm £50.00
SAUSAGE AND PATE
An introductory course suitable for the enthusiast or the small scale farm producer. You will be able to make up recipes as required. The sausages made in the morning will be on the menu for lunch, a chance to sample all varieties!
18th September
10.00am - 3.30pm POA
AN INTRODUCTION FOR SHEEP FOR THE SMALLHOLDER with Nick Cox
A one day course covering all aspects of keeping sheep from:
Choosing the most appropriate breed for your needs; Necessary equipment; Nutrition; Breeding and lambing; Flock health; Producing stock for sale; Meeting legal requirements
Suitable for all from the complete beginner to the more experienced shepherd.
Contact for future course dates
10.00am - 5.00pm £50.00
A HALF DAY COURSE IN LAMBING
with Magdalen’s vet Kat Bazeley from
The Kingfisher Veterinary Practice, Crewkerne
A practical and theoretical morning learning about all aspects of lambing from the pre-lambing preparation of the ewe and the process of lambing / complications to lamb aftercare. Lunch included after the course.
Please contact us for future course dates
10.00am - 1.00pm £42.00
FROM FLEECE TO FABRIC ~ AN INTRODUCTION TO SPINNING AND WEAVING with Tony Smith
What processes has your favourite jumper it been through? Learn how to select and prepare the fleece to carding, using natural dyes and basic spinning. Continue your introduction to this fascinating craft by preparing a warp, setting up a loom and finally starting how to weave.
Please contact us for future course dates
10.00am - 3.30pm £50.00
CIDER MAKING with Colin and Julie Comben
A practical course with part of the day being spent milling and pressing apples for juice and cider. There will be a demonstration and discussion about the different equipment used and as the day progresses you will find out about the different methods of making and dispensing cider and juice. You will be able to take home samples of juice or juice to be fermented!
Friday 17 October 2008
10.00am - 4.00pm £50.00*
CHEESEMAKING with Rita Ash
Spend an enjoyable day at The Magdalen Project learning from a practical demonstration how to make soft and hard cheeses on a small scale.
Saturday 12th July, Thursday 21st August, Thursday 16 October 2008(FULL)
10.00am - 3.30pm £55.00
SOAP MAKING with Sarah Meikle
The day will cover a variety of soaps, from a practical hand cleanser to luxurious almond soap and a deliciously scented Spice Soap (for the men). The products from the day will brighten up anyone’s bathroom and could provide some truly personalised gifts for loved ones.
Friday 21 November 2008
10.00am - 3.30pm £50.00
HURDLE MAKING with Mickey Price (Great British Hurdles)
Using time honoured traditional methods, learn to make a willow hurdle for your garden with green renewable source. By the end of the day you will have made at least one hurdle to take home.
Saturday 11th October 2008
9.00am - 4.30pm
STONE WALLING with Jonno Farey
Learn the skill of repairing and building traditional stonewalls, using a variety of different styles, techniques and mortars.
Wednesday 24 September 2008
10.00am - 3.30pm £50.00
TWO DAY COURSE IN STRAW BALE BUILDING / LIME RENDERING COURSE
Run by The Dorset Centre for Rural Skills
Using this wonderfully easy, inexpensive, natural building technique we will be running a series of two day courses (open to all, no prior building experience required!) covering all aspects of Straw Bale Building / Lime Rendering from:
Preparing the site; The foundations; Sourcing the bales; Building the walls with the use of hazel stakes; Windows and door openings; Design of roof; Obtaining sustainable supplies of timber; Cutting the timber joints; Lime rendering your building.
Currently recruiting for for a new tutor. Contact us to have your name put on our waiting list.
A ONE DAY COURSE COVERING ALL ASPECTS OF LIME
Run by The Dorset Centre for Rural Skills
History and production of lime; Health and safety; Reasons for using lime; Advantages and disadvantages of using lime; Different types of lime; Mixing lime mortars renders and plasters and their practical application; Making and applying lime wash; Clay renders, uses and abuses.
Currently recruiting a new tutor. Please contact us to have your name put on our waiting list.
MEAT CURING with Rita Ash
This course will demonstrate the traditions of meat preparation including hams, bacon, lamb and boning and rolling poultry. Prepare succulent meat ready for the festive table.
Tuesday 30th September & Saturday 15 November 2008
10.00am - 3.30pm £55.00
GREEN WOODWORKING – ONE AND TWO DAY COURSES
with Tim Beazley
These courses will appeal to anybody with an interest in working wood the traditional way. No prior knowledge or experience is necessary for Day One, as participants will be introduced to the basic theory and practice of working unseasoned timber. It is essentially a 'hands on' practical course. By the end of the first day, you will have learnt about the raw material, why wood is worked 'green' and have used a selection of different tools and devices. The basic skills of sawing, cleaving, shaving and turning, using a shave horse and pole lathe will be demonstrated enabling you to practice at your leisure. Students can expect to leave with something they have made during the day. On Day Two, you will be able to spend it developing your skills and making something from a range of small projects - a cottage stool or small hurdle for example. People with some experience of green woodwork would also be welcome to join us for Day Two. All tools are provided.
Sat 27/Sun 28 September 2008
10.00am - 5.00pm
One day £50.00/Two days £90.00
WILLOW CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS
with Sarah Meikle
Enjoy a relaxing day crafting some eye catching festive decorations for the home. Ideas could include wreaths, garlands, baskets, angels, fairies, stars and much more.
Thursday 4 December 2008
10.00am - 3.30pm £50.00
We are very happy to announce two new tutors to run our new range of Bread Making courses. Aidan Chapman is the master baker at the renowned Town Mill Bakery in Lyme Regis. Aidan is running ADVANCED BREAD MAKING courses, please see below for dates. For further information about Aidan, please go to: http://www.thetownmillbakery.com
Our second tutor is Tracey Smith, the UK's leading expert in Downshifting and creator of the UK Downshifting Week. Tracey is a great follower of good home cooked organic food and has appeared on TV's Celebrity Ready Steady Cook. Tracey is going to run our BEGINNERS BREAD MAKING course. See below for course descriptions and dates and call Lisa to book on 01460 30144!
ADVANCED BREAD MAKING with Aidan Chapman
If you already have a basic knowledge of bread making then come and ramp it up with Aidan. The master baker from Lyme Regis will teach you how to cook a range of breads using a range of techniques and local produce from our own vegetable gardens.
Mon 22 September, Mon 27 October, Mon 24 November
10.00am - 4.00pm £62.00
BEGINNERS BREAD MAKING with Tracey Smith
Tracey will be taking the fear out of bread making for you and teach you everything you need to know to make some basic bread receipes plus one more exotic version.
25th September ; 23rd October; 20th November
10.00am - 3.30pm £55.00
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AN INTRODUCTION TO LAND MANAGEMENT FOR THE SMALLHOLDER with Nick Cox
A fantastic new course for the smallholder; learn the process of making hay and silage from maintaining your grass to creating the finished products. Also learn how to care for your land, particularly hedgerow management.
Saturday 12 July 2008
10.00am - 3.30pm £50.00
HEDGEROW WALKING STICKS
with Pete Snelson
Whether you prefer a thumbstick, staff or walker, this workshop will enable the un-initiated to identify, season and craft their own personal walking stick. You will straighten, carve and finish a basic, one-piece stick (or two) as well as learn about different handles and finishes. An ideal chance to work with and really appreciate the natural beauty of wood from hedgerows or coppiced woodland.
Saturday 11th October 10am - 4pm £50
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WANT A FREE COURSE?? JOIN THE SOIL ASSOCIATION FOR ONLY £24.00 AND CHOOSE FROM A CERTAIN SELECTION OF OUR COURSES. IF YOU ARE ALREADY A MEMBER OF THE SOIL ASSOCIATION YOU CAN COME ON CERTAIN COURSES FOR HALF PRICE! FOR MORE INFORMATION GO TO THE SOIL ASSOCIATION WEBSITE AND LOOK UNDER 'A TASTE OF THE GOOD LIFE': http://www.soilassociation.org/tasteofthegoodlife
We can offer a further range of courses for those of you who would like to do a group activity with your friends or family. Perhaps there is a birthday, anniversary or other special occasion coming up and you would like to celebrate in an alternative style. The courses are listed below together with minimum numbers. Call the office to discuss possible dates. Your day(s) will of course include a delicious Magdalen lunch. Price is per person.
