Introduction to Permaculture Course
Connect with nature. Be inspired. Start your journey into sustainable living.
Join us for a weekend exploring the fundamentals of permaculture – a powerful design approach for creating resilient, sustainable systems in gardens, farms, communities, and beyond. Whether you’re completely new to the idea or want to explore it further, this course will give you the tools, inspiration, and confidence to begin applying permaculture principles in your daily life. Our Introduction to Permaculture Course is UK CPD Accredited with the Permaculture Association Britain.
What We Will Explore
What permaculture is.
The core ethics and principles that guide permaculture.
Design tools such as sectors and zones.
An introduction to permaculture gardening.
Real-life examples of permaculture in action.
Simple, practical steps you can take right away.
Knowle Park Surrey Course
17th – 18th April 2027
Knowle Park is a country park and nature reserve in Cranleigh Surrey. It is committed to nurturing this beautiful outdoor space, protecting its biodiversity, and ensuring it remains a safe, welcoming, and accessible space for all members of our community to enjoy.
Our course runs for two full days, from 9:30am to 4:30pm on Saturday and Sunday.
The course fee is £160.
You will be awarded a certificate on completion of the course, as this is a UK CPD Accredited course with the Permaculture Association Britain.
Calendar
- 17/04/2027 - 18/04/2027 Introduction to Permaculture - Knowle Park, Cranleigh Surrey
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Why Learn Permaculture?
Permaculture is a design approach that teaches us how to live in harmony with nature – by working with natural systems, not against them. It combines traditional wisdom with modern science to create sustainable ways of growing food, building community, and regenerating the land. But permaculture isn’t just for farmers or gardeners – it’s for anyone who wants to live more intentionally, reduce their impact, and be part of positive change.
Permaculture is grounded in three core ethics: Earth Care, People Care, and Fair Share. These simple but powerful principles shape how we grow our food, build our homes, care for the land, and connect with each other. Learning permaculture offers more than just practical skills – it invites a shift in perspective. You begin to see how every part of life is connected, and how thoughtful design can create systems that are abundant, resilient, and regenerative.
As you learn, you’ll gain tools to create thriving gardens, nourish healthy soil, harvest water wisely, reduce waste, and live more lightly on the Earth. But more than that, you’ll discover how to build a life that feels grounded, meaningful, and aligned with your values – one that supports not only your own well-being, but also contributes to the health of your community and the planet as a whole. Permaculture is about creating the conditions for life to flourish – for yourself, those around you, and the generations to come.
In a time of climate uncertainty, disconnection, and burnout – permaculture offers hope. Whether you’re starting with a balcony or a backyard, a classroom or a community, permaculture gives you the tools to make meaningful, lasting change – for yourself and the world around you. Explore our courses to dive deeper into permaculture and gain practical skills you can start using right away.
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