For more information on Blaen Bran Community Woodland and how to get there, please visit: https://www.blaenbran.uk/about-us/ Please aim to meet us at the Lower car park for an 11am start. We will go for (roughly) a half hour walk around the woodland before finding somewhere nice to settle down for the AGM. After the AGM,…
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Spring Fermentation Workshop
The idea of fermenting at home might seem scary, but it isn’t, it is super easy and is an excellent way to prevent food waste as well as improve your health. As part of our Root For Our Future project, we held a workshop to ease into the world of fermentation, providing a bit of…
Spring Fermentation Workshop – 10/04/2025
Spring Fermentation Workshop with Amelia Pannett Thursday 10th April 2025 18:30 – 20:30 Croesyceiliog Community Education Centre **UPDATE: Tickets have sold out but we will keep a waiting list in case those who have a ticket drop out. If you currently have a ticket and are unable to make the event, please let us know…
A Guide to Growing from Seed
It’s always amazing to reflect on the knowledge and experience that is often hidden away in our communities. The Seed Growing Workshop provided a special opportunity to learn from our member Tamara, a horticultural expert who graciously volunteered her time to share her wisdom and knowledge based on decades of working in the industry. This…
No Dig Gardening
What is No Dig Gardening? No dig gardening is a method of growing that minimises soil disturbance and feeds the soil by applying compost, manure or other organic materials directly to the surface. It is a gardening technique that has become increasingly popular over the last few years as we have learnt more about the…
No Dig Online Talk – 30/01/2025
No Dig gardening – how to grow food year round using affordable, wildlife friendly and sustainable methods. an online talk with Stephanie Hafferty Thursday 30th January 2025 19:00 – 20:30 Online (via Zoom) Welcome to No Dig Gardening with Stephanie Hafferty! Join us for an informative online event where you’ll learn all about the benefits of no…
Christmas Fermentation Workshop – 30/11/24
Christmas Fermentation Workshop with Amelia Pannett Cabbage, salt, and about ten minutes of decent hand strength. This is – I have learned after attending Climate Action Torfaen’s Christmas Fermentation Workshop – pretty much all you need to make a basic sauerkraut. Saturday 30th November 2024 17:00 – 19:00 able, Upper Cwmbran The Workshop Our workshop…
Seed Saving Workshop – Sept 2025
Seed Saving Workshop September 2025 (date TBC) TBC TBC We’re busy planning a seed-saving workshop for September 2025. Follow us on social media or check back soon for updates. Facebook X-twitter Instagram hello@climateactiontorfaen.cymru
Growing from Seed – 15/02/25
Growing from Seed a Seed Sowing Workshop with Tamara Moffatt Saturday 15th February 2025 14:00 – 16:00 Croesyceiliog Community Education Centre (NP44 2HF) Are you interested in growing your own food? Perhaps you’re a complete beginner, or just looking to pick up some new hints and tips; this workshop will have something for everyone. Gardeners…
Six Inches of Soil – 09/11/24
Six Inches of Soil A Film Screening On November 9th 2024, Climate Action Torfaen were proud to host a film screening of Six Inches of Soil; the inspiring story of British farmers standing up against the industrial food system and transforming the way they produce food – to heal the soil, benefit our health and…