About this tour
This 3.5-hour foraging and bushcraft cookery session teaches you how to identify and harvest wild edibles responsibly across the UK countryside. You'll learn the ethics of sustainable gathering—knowing which plants to take and which to leave for wildlife—alongside the cultural heritage of wild food traditions. The course culminates in preparing and sharing a meal using your foraged ingredients, grounded in practical, beginner-friendly instruction.
Highlights
- Identify edible plants safe to harvest in UK landscapes
- Understand sustainable foraging and wildlife conservation
- Cook foraged ingredients into a shared meal
- Receive Richard Mabey's Food for Free guidebook
- Learn historical context of wild food traditions
- Small-group instruction suitable for absolute beginners
What to expect
You'll spend the first portion outdoors locating and discussing wild plants, learning what's harvestable and what should remain untouched. Your instructor will explain the ecological impact of foraging and how to recognise endangered species to avoid. Back at the cooking area, you'll prepare and cook your gathered ingredients with guidance on traditional techniques. Food and non-alcoholic drinks are provided throughout, with your foraged finds incorporated into the meal you'll eat together at the end.
Good to know
Wear sturdy, weatherproof footwear and layers suited to outdoor conditions. The walk involves moderate ground coverage over uneven terrain. Dietary requirements can usually be accommodated with advance notice. Service animals are welcome.
Frequently asked
- How long does Adult Foraging Walk & Bushcraft Cookery Course for Beginners take?
- Adult Foraging Walk & Bushcraft Cookery Course for Beginners runs for approximately 3h 30m.
- How much does Adult Foraging Walk & Bushcraft Cookery Course for Beginners cost?
- Prices start from GBP $65 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Adult Foraging Walk & Bushcraft Cookery Course for Beginners run?
- This tour operates around United Kingdom. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Adult Foraging Walk & Bushcraft Cookery Course for Beginners?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. New Forest National Park earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original New Forest National Park summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.