Interested in freshly picked, locally grown veg?
Visit our weekly Urban Farm produce sales throughout summer and our upcoming harvest celebrations.
Wednesday 13th August, 1pm – 5pm
Join Hannah-May, founder of Hedge School, for an immersive introduction to the fascinating world of plants, folklore, wild food foraging and community herbalism.
Together we’ll explore the woodland and we’ll forage, gather, and learn how to make hand-made herbal remedies and wild food recipes at home, and experience the flavours of our native larder. This is a great opportunity for anyone curious about foraging throughout the ages and those looking to deepen their understanding of and relationship to the place they call home.
You’ll leave this session with a deeper connection to nature and seasonal herbal remedy recipes you can try at home. You’ll also get the chance to explore the Northern Roots Urban Farm, where produce is grown using regenerative techniques, alongside medicinal herbs and flowers.
Hannah-May is passionate about supporting communities to recover, reconnect and restore their relationships with kith and kin through the sharing of traditional skills, knowledge and unruly education. Visit her website to learn more – https://hedgeschool.co.uk/plant-folk.html
KEY INFORMATION
Price: We have 8 General Admission tickets available at £25.
Reduced Price for local residents: We have 4 tickets available at £15 for individuals who are hyper-local and live directly around or on the borders of the Northern Roots site.
If you live in Glodwick, Fitton Hill, Alt, Hathershaw or Park Bridge, you are eligible for a £15 ticket. These tickets are part of our commitment to social value and affordability. They are offered on a trust basis.
If you have any questions about your eligibility, please get in touch with the Northern Roots team at info@northern-roots.uk
Group Size: 12 people
Date and time: 1pm – 5pm (4 hours) on Wednesday 13th August 2025. Please arrive 10 minutes before the start of the session.
Location: Northern Roots, Kings Road, Oldham, OL8 2BJ. Here’s how to find us.
Age: 18+
Parking: A small car park is located at the site, but we cannot guarantee spaces. The nearest carpark is a short walk up Kings Road in Alexandra Park if needed.
Public transport links: The nearest tram to Northern Roots is Oldham Central. Please allow 30 minutes to walk from Oldham Central to the Northern Roots site.
Important Information: Please wear weather-proof clothing and sturdy shoes suitable for mixed terrains. This session is not accessible for wheelchairs.
Refreshments: We will offer light refreshments. Please feel free to bring food, and we recommend bringing a water bottle.
Toilets: We have a small composting toilet available on site.
Cancellation Policy: You are free to cancel and receive a full refund up until 12pm midnight on Wednesday 6th August 2025. Any cancellations requested after this time will not be accepted. To cancel, please email info@northern-roots.uk or cancel through EventBrite.
We are using arts and culture to connect a wide range of people with the natural environment, increase awareness of environmental issues and inspire action. Visit our Arts and Culture page to learn more.
This session is made possible by funding from The National Heritage Lottery Fund.
