A Forager’s Journey through the British Countryside
Join Britain’s leading foraging expert for a journey into the wild larder of the British countryside. Known for his work with River Cottage and thousands of foraging walks, John Wright reveals the secrets of wild food, fungi, edible plants and hidden treasures underfoot. With warmth and wit, he’ll inspire you to see the natural world - and your local hedgerow - in a whole new way.
Biography
John Wright is a naturalist, author and foraging expert based in West Dorset. He has written nine acclaimed books on the British countryside, including several in the River Cottage Handbook series, The Naming of the Shrew, and The Observant Walker, with a new title on grasslands due in 2025. In addition to writing, he contributes to magazines, gives lectures and regularly appears on radio. One of the UK’s most experienced foray leaders, John has led over 1,000 walks since 1992, sharing his deep knowledge of fungi, wild plants, and the natural world with warmth, insight and humour.
Event Details
Date: Saturday 6th December 2025
Time: 14:00 -14:45
Location: The Old Pottery
