Get Growing in Guildford - Session 4

Discover the pride and peace of mind that comes from harvesting your very own fresh, home-grown food. Whether you have a sunny windowsill or a suburban garden, our beginner 'Learn to Grow' workshops provide the common-sense skills needed to turn any space into a productive pantry.

These sessions are entirely volunteer-led, created by neighbours for neighbours to ensure that everyone in our community has the tools to be more self-reliant. Sign up today to cultivate your skills, save on your shopping bills, and grow a healthier future for Guildford.

Part of a series of four workshops aimed at beginners on how to grow your own vegetables, fruit & herbs.

Session 1: Introduction & Sowing Seeds – Saturday 14th March 2026 10am-12pm

Learn where to start, what to grow, how to prepare soil and sow seeds confidently.

Take home your own sown seed tray, a potted seed and a practical booklet.

Session 2: Sowing Seeds – Next Steps – Saturday 25th April 2026 10am-12pm

Potting on, watering, feeding, companion planting and a guided garden tour.

Take home a potted seedling and booklet.

Session 3: Caring for Your Crop – Saturday 13th June 2026 10am-12pm

Problem-solving, plant protection, disease prevention and practical growing tips.

Includes booklet to support you at home.

Session 4: Harvesting, Storing, and Taking Skills Forward – Saturday 5th September 2026 10am-12pm

Harvesting, saving seeds, composting, crop rotation and planning for next year.

Includes practical guide booklet.

If you need assistance travelling to Rosamund Community Garden for the event please email info@zerocarbonguildford.org