Nick Phillips, Founder of Grown Up Mushrooms, will take you exploring the woods and fields of Symondsbury Estate for a 2.5 - 3 hour walk where he will chat, pick and tell you all you need to know about fungi. He will show you how to safely and responsibly identify, and forage for, mushrooms and the incredible role that fungus plays on the planet. Along the way, learn about the folklore and history of the rich diversity of plants on the estate, connect with nature, and enjoy a fresh cup of mushroom tea, brewed in front of you in the great outdoors.
This event is not about stripping the forest, but about gaining a wealth of knowledge, lungfuls of fresh air and having a great time. All participants will go home with some mushrooms and mushroom goodies.
Date: Sunday 14th September, Sunday 28th September, Sunday 26th October, Sunday 16th November
Time: 10:30am - 2pm
Location: Meet in the Visitor Centre
Please Note: This event will be run outdoors so please bring appropriate clothing for wet or cold weather, sturdy footwear and we would recommend wearing long trousers to protect yourself from bites and ticks.
Event Details
Date: Sunday 14th September, Sunday 28th September, Sunday 26th October, Sunday 16th November
Time: 10:30am - 2pm
Location: Meet in the Visitor Centre
Program For The Day:
10.30am - Course starts
1:30pm - 2pm - Course finishes
About Nick Phillips
Nick, who is accredited by the Association of Foragers, runs a gourmet mushroom farm (a fungarium) in North Chideock. Raised under the shadow of Colmers Hill, his grandmother would wander the hills of the area with her basket, which Nick uses today, and take her grandchildren with her on her forays. Nick has a special connection to the land here, living nearby and knowing the fields and woodlands like the back of his hand. His passion for foraging really took off 14 years ago whilst living in London, he would be out looking for all the finest and strangest mushrooms of the ancient woodlands of Epping, Penn woods and the South Downs.
Grown Up Mushrooms forage in line with the Association of Foragers' code of ethics, only taking what is necessary and highlighting tips and tricks you can do to help the network spread.
Terms & Conditions
Please note, tickets for all events and workshops are non-refundable and non-transferable. Please note this course is suitable for people aged 16+ and dogs will not be allowed to attend. Maximum 12 people per course.
Even at Symondsbury Estate the weather is unpredictable. If conditions are incompatible with your activity, then Mother Nature may force us to postpone this experience at short notice. You can choose to be refunded or booked onto another course if available.
