Browse our range of practical and educational courses
We blend theory and hands-on practice on our courses, leaving you competent and confident
Each year we run a series of courses following the seasonal cycles of fruit tree growing and care. We aim to teach the skills required to plant, graft, and prune fruit trees, as well as how to make the best out of your harvests.
Dates and venues for each training workshop are listed below and on our Eventbrite page. Places are limited, so please book in advance to reserve your spot.
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Courses in 2025
Pruning: The Basics - 5 Jan - Redcliffe Community Orchard
Formative Pruning - 12 Jan - Chapel Allerton Park
Restorative Pruning - 18 Jan - Hesketh Lane Orchard
Pruning: The Basics - 30 Jan - Sapgate Gardens
Pruning: The Basics - 22 Feb - Headingley Community Orchard
Make Your Own Tree - 15 Mar - Hollybush Conservation Centre
Grow Multiple Varieties on One Tree - 19 Mar - LILAC Co-housing
Make Your Own Tree - 29 Mar - HEART Centre
Set Up Your Own Community Orchard - 12 May - Woodhouse Community Centre
Scything - 5 Jun - Shipley Fields
Summer Pruning - 9 Jul - Western Flatts Cliff Park
Understanding Pests & Diseases - 22 Jul - Headingley Community Orchard
Summer Pruning: Trained Fruit - 18 Aug - Lidget Green Memorial Garden
What to do With All These Apples? - 3 Sep - LILAC Co-Housing
Pruning: The Basics - 6 Dec - Harehills Park Orchard
Course Feedback
“Knowledgable staff member who made the session fun and exciting, explained things really well and let us have a go while always supervising.”
“I like the teaching style, it’s calm, conversational and I never feel talked down to or like the trainers way is the only way. I like how space is made for discussion and attendees with knowledge and experience are included and given space to share.”
“Friendly and approachable workshop leader. The way information was delivered/style of delivery, easy to understand and remember. Lots of hands on time with the trees using what we learned.”
“Enthusiasm of all involved. Very organised event with very clear instruction on tasks. A hugely enjoyable day, among an age range & background of like- minded people.”
Upcoming Events
Leeds Industrial Museum Apple Day
Join us for a community apple day celebration, where we will be making apple juice using a traditional manual scratter & apple press.
Firbank Green Apple Day
Join us for a community apple day celebration, where we will be making apple juice using a traditional manual scratter & apple press.
Horton Park Apple Day
Join us for a community apple day celebration, where we will be making apple juice using a traditional manual scratter & apple press.
Try Before You Buy: Apple Tasting at Cliff Bank Nursery
Come and taste a variety of locally grown apples at Cliff Bank Nursery.
Hill Top Moor Apple Day
Join us for a community apple day celebration, where we will be making apple juice using a traditional manual scratter & apple press.
Attock Park Apple Day
Bradford residents are invited to join us for a community apple day celebration, where we will be making apple juice using a traditional manual scratter & apple press.
Skipton Apple Day
We’re looking forward to joining Incredible Edible Skipton as they host their first ever Apple Day.
Shipley Apple Day
Shipley residents are invited to join us for a community apple day celebration, where we will be making apple juice using a traditional manual scratter & apple press.
Bradford Moor Park Apple Day
BD3 residents are invited to join us for a community apple day celebration, where we will be making apple juice using a traditional manual scratter & apple press.
Garforth Apple Day
We are teaming up with Incredible Edible Garforth to host an apple juicing event at Garforth Community Wildlife Area, Oak Grove.
Seacroft Apple Day
Seacroft residents are invited to join us for a community apple day and harvest celebration, where we will be making apple juice using a traditional manual scratter & apple press.
Shipley Apple Day
Shipley residents are invited to join us for a community apple day celebration, where we will be making apple juice using a traditional manual scratter & apple press.
Garforth Apple Day
We are teaming up with Incredible Edible Garforth to host an apple juicing event at Garforth Community Wildlife Area, Oak Grove.
Apple Day at Westerton Orchard, Tingley
Tingley residents are invited to join us for a community apple day celebration, where we will be making apple juice using a traditional manual scratter & apple press.
Keighley Apple Day
Keighley residents are invited to join us for a community apple day celebration, where we will be making apple juice using a traditional manual scratter & apple press.
Denholme Apple Day
Denholme residents are invited to join us for a community apple day celebration, where we will be making apple juice using a traditional manual scratter & apple press.