Courses and events
Workshops are offered at £20 per two-hour sessions with six to ten participants, depending on activity. Flexible rates may be available, depending on individual circumstances and the number of participants in the group.
Step-by-Step Biodynamic Gardening 2026
A structured course with Step by Step Handbook, running every second Saturday of the month from February to July. It introduces the gardener to the principles of Biodynamic Agriculture with practical experience and discussion.
£210.00 for 7 Saturday courses (£30.00 per day and includes lunch). Also includes Ian Bailey’s workshop on 20th June below. Please contact us for further details, bookings and payments: info@whitesfarm-edtrust.com
Ian Bailey: The Planetary influences in Biodynamic Agriculture 2026
A one-day-workshop exploring the basic astronomical concepts of biodynamic agriculture. Saturday June 20th 2026 9:45am to 4:00pm lunch included £30 (further details to follow)
Sophia Goddess of Wisdom and Guardian of the Earth
Join us on Wednesday 5th November (7.30–9pm) for an evening with Karsten Massei, author and spiritual researcher, as he presents his new book Sophia – Goddess of Wisdom and Guardian of the Earth.
Through stories and insight, Karsten explores Sophia’s living presence within nature and the human soul.
Discover how reconnecting with this ancient wisdom can deepen our understanding of the Earth and ourselves.
Green Woodworking in the Whites Farm Glade
We’re expanding our weekly Greenwood workshops to Thursday mornings, as our afternoon sessions are now fully booked.
Join us in the woodland glade by the river to learn traditional green woodworking skills — from selecting fresh timber to shaping and assembling simple, beautiful objects using hand tools.
Small groups, steady pace, and real craft rooted in place.
Regular courses: Introduction to Green Woodworking every Thursday 10-12am and 2-4pm See flyer for more details
Thematic learning projects for young people, see dedicated page below for an overview of course approach and the immense learning potential of Greenwood Crafts. More information:
For dates and costs for other Greenwood courses please contact us.
Alternative photography
Taster Pinhole Photography sessions 9th August 2025 Whites Farm Open Day.
Pinhole photography, camera making and cyanotype.
World Pinhole Photography Day with free tuition Sunday April 26 2026.
See pinholeday.org website about this worldwide event.
Aonghus Gordon: Place, Craft and Neurodiversity
Part of Whites Farm’s Open Day!
Aonghus Gordon will be talking on the arts and crafts that support neurodiverse education and the application of the insights of Rudolf Steiner, John Ruskin and William Morris.
Saturday August 9th at 7:00pm
Donations towards practical skills workshop tools
Cooking and Nutrition
From Garden to Table - 20th September 2025, details to be announced.
Peter Taylor talk
Subject and date to be announced.
Advent Spiral
Sunday 30th November at 4:30 pm
Dear Friends,
We are very much looking forward to welcoming you to our Advent Spiral this year on Sunday 30 November. It is always a beautiful and gentle gathering, and your presence is as always very welcome
In preparation, we will be setting up the spiral and arranging the space on Friday morning, from 10am to 1pm, and we would be deeply grateful for any help from our community in creating the spiral together — laying the evergreens, preparing the candles, and shaping the atmosphere that holds the festival.
We will provide lunch for all helpers, with good conversation, warmth, and shared purpose.
If you are able to join us, please do let us know, so we can plan lunch and tasks accordingly. info@whitesfarm-edtrust.com
We would also love to hear from anyone who would like to be The Angel (who hands out the apple/candles to those walking the spiral).
Last year, we planned for 30 participants and 50 came and we were not able to give everyone a candle to walk the spiral - so booking is essential please.
Thank you, as always, for your support and for being part of the life of Whites Farm.
With warm wishes
Denise and Alasdair