BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Biodynamic Association - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Biodynamic Association X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Biodynamic Association REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20220327T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20221030T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240814T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240818T173000 DTSTAMP:20260604T060728 CREATED:20240411T103837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T150913Z UID:10000078-1723629600-1724002200@www.biodynamic.org.uk SUMMARY:The Art of Natural Cheesemaking with David Asher 14th-18th August 2024 Shropshire DESCRIPTION:We look forward to welcoming you at The Rare Dairy for a comprehensive\, hands on 5 day workshop\nwith David Asher of The Black Sheep School of Cheesemaking  – see below for all details or download this PDF \nVenue: The Rare Dairy at Abbey Farm\, Ash\, Whitchurch\, Shropshire\, SY13 4DP\nWe are the only certified organic\, rare breed Shetland Calf-at-Foot Dairy on the British Isles – we really are rare!\nDates and Times 14th – 18th August 2024  10am – 5.30pm each day \nBooking and Costs : We have a limited number of places on the course\, so please book early to avoid disappointment. The price of the five-day workshop is £675 which includes lunches\,  teas & coffees\, with pizza on the Friday evening  Please email to book your place and pay by BACS: Abbey Farm Partnership Triodos Bank | 16-58-10 | 21153868\nContact Details :  To to book your place or for more  information  hello@the-rare.co.uk | 07794440075 | @theraredairy \nAbout the workshop: \nThe workshop explores five main categories of cheese\, and concepts of traditional starters\, ripening ecologies\, and natural rennet\, offering a new understanding of cheesemaking even to those with many years of experience – including lifelong commercial producers. \nStudents can expect to learn how simple  traditional methods can lead to a safe\, effective\, and delicious raw (or pasteurised) milk cheesemaking; and how the philosophies of fermentation of natural wine\, beer\, sourdough and dairy are all inter-related. There will also be discussions of the implications of raw\nmilk cheesemaking for human health\, and the complicated ethics of animal  agriculture \nDay One\nLearn how to create and care for the cultures of your cheese. We begin with a session on dairy\nfermentation\, covering clabber\, kefir\, amasi (an African milk beer) and a traditional cream-top yogurt. \nDay Two\nWe’ll use the cultures and rennet to make fresh lactic cheeses such as cream cheese\, chevre and faisselle as well as Geotrichum candidum ripened French lactic goat cheeses including crottin\,\nValençay and Saint-Marcellin. \nDay Three\nWe look at rennet cheeses\, preparing\, in the morning\, the basic curd that can become many different styles of cheese. By the afternoon\, the curd’s acidity will have developed and we’ll be able to stretch the cheese into Mozzarella\, Queso Oaxaca and Burrata. We also explore the rind ecologies that can transform the fresh cheese into a ripe Camembert \nDay Four\nWe will make Bleu d’Auvergne\, a French blue cheese\, and explore the cultivation of blue fungus that\ngives this cheese its beautiful blue eyes. We will also prepare rennet in the traditional way \nAngus D. Birditt\, of Our Isles and author of A Portrait of British Cheese\, will give a talk on ‘Blue Cheeses of the British & Irish Isles’ on Saturday after class.\nAngus is a food writer and photographer and is passionate about cheese making in Britain and keeping alive this important part of our culinary and agricultural heritage. \nDay Five\nOn our final day\, we make an Alpine cheese\, and see how this one cheesemaking method can evolve in many different directions\, including Tomme and Raclette. We explore the concepts of rind washing and how it influences the hard cheese’s evolution. With the leftover whey\, we prepare a batch of traditional ricotta URL:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/event/the-art-of-natural-cheesemaking-with-david-asher-14th-18th-august-2024-shropshire/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/rare-diary-Brie-pci-.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240812T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240817T163000 DTSTAMP:20260604T060728 CREATED:20240807T113412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T121804Z UID:10000091-1723456800-1723912200@www.biodynamic.org.uk SUMMARY:Centenary Celebration of Rudolf Steiner - Marking 100 years since his visit to Torquay in 2024\, 12th - 17th August\, Devon DESCRIPTION:Organised by the Devon Anthroposohical Group and Local Biodynamic Group \nVenue: Birdwood House\, 44 High Street Totnes\nDates and Timings  12th – 17th August  10am to 4.45pm each day\nAll welcome and free of charge\nA Commemoration of Steiner’s Life & Work\n\nA daily exhibit will be held at the Birdwood House Gallery commemorating Steiner’s 1924 visit to Torquay & displaying art and craft work inspired by Anthroposophy. \n17th August 2024 10am to 5pm  – there will be  additional presentations – Free of charge\nVenue:  The Civic Hall\, High Street\, Totnes\nFocus on the 12 practical aspects of Steiner’s work\, plus:\n– a second-hand book sale\n–  a film showing on Steiner’s work\n– stands outside stands selling biodynamic products from the Apricot Centre\n–  a special Biodynamic Association info stand\, with new books for sale and free info leaflet and pamphelts staffed by the executive director\,  Gabriel Kaye\, who will be happy to answer any burning questions you may have about biodyanmics etc  – All welcome URL:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/event/centenary-celebration-of-rudolf-steiner-marking-100-years-since-his-visit-to-torquay-in-2024-12th-17th-august-devon/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Celebration-of-Rudolf-Steiner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240810T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240810T200000 DTSTAMP:20260604T060728 CREATED:20240729T105834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T110327Z UID:10000089-1723309200-1723320000@www.biodynamic.org.uk SUMMARY:Biodynamic Preparation Stirring Events\, Sat 10th August 5pm - 8pm\, Sheffield DESCRIPTION:We will have 3 Biodynamic stirrings and sprayings over the spring\, summer and early autumn of 2024\, all provisionally on a Saturday afternoon / evening as a social event open to Sheffield Steiner Group members and other friends. \n\nLocation; Moss Valley Market Garden\, Sheffield Organic Growers\, S8 8BG\nSee website for directions https://www.mossvalley-marketgarden.co.uk/\nThe first event will be on Saturday  10th August 5pm – 8pm.\nThe market garden is set in the beautiful Moss Valley\, South Sheffield and this is an opportunity to see the garden as it comes into its best over the next few months.\nThis is a bring and share BBQ as well as a stir and spray of the biodynamic 500 spray (horn manure).\n\nWe will have a fire and stir the BD preps from around 5.15 – 6.15pm\, spraying the garden together afterwards.\nWe have limited drinking water so please bring your own drinks plus food to share including BBQ bits if you wish.\n\nYou may also want to bring a verse to share or bring an instrument (or singing voice)\, to share some music.  It will be quite informal!\n\nPlease\, ideally\, let Martin Brashaw know that you intend to come via  email: martinbradshaw@hotmail.com so that if the event is cancelled at late notice (e.g. due to bad weather) we can let you know. \nBooking is not required though – you can just turn up. \n\n\nWe hope you can join us for these special stirring events during 2024; the 100th anniversary year of biodynamic farming and gardening. URL:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/event/biodynamic-preparation-stirring-events-sat-10th-august-5pm-8pm-sheffield/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/Vortex-BD-PREPS-RS-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240629T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240629T160000 DTSTAMP:20260604T060728 CREATED:20240624T110848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T111327Z UID:10000083-1719655200-1719676800@www.biodynamic.org.uk SUMMARY:The Planetary Influences in Biodynamic Agriculture - A one-day-workshop exploring the basic astronomical concepts of biodynamic agriculture 29th June\, Devon DESCRIPTION:with Ian Bailey\nDate and Time Saturday 10am to 4pm 29th June 2024\nVenue: Whites Farm\, Lower Dean\, Buckfastleigh\, Devon TQ11 0LS\nCost for the day: £30 including wood fired pizza lunch and refreshments\n\nThis practical workshop will endeavour to cover:\n• Astronomical concepts and the celestial mechanics\n• The relationship of earth to sun and the interplay and differences in the activity of the inner and outer planets\n• Geocentric verses other perspectives\n• The significance of annual/lunar/diurnal in terms of biodynamic practice\n• Constellations of the Zodiac and the rhythms of the planets\n• Studying the current month of a biodynamic planting calendar to understand how practical applications are used on farm and garden \nFor further information and booking\, please contact Alasdair  info@whitesfarm-edtrust.com URL:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/event/the-planetary-influences-in-biodynamic-agriculture-a-one-day-workshop-exploring-the-basic-astronomical-concepts-of-biodynamic-agriculture-29th-june-devon/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Ian-Bailey-astro-Image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240623T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240623T170000 DTSTAMP:20260604T060728 CREATED:20240327T140731Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T141634Z UID:10000074-1719151200-1719162000@www.biodynamic.org.uk SUMMARY:An Introduction to Gardening the Biodynamic Way\, Sunday 23 June 2pm - 5pm\, London DESCRIPTION:with Dr Sue Peat and Douglas Davidson\nVenue: Rudolf Steiner House\, 35 Park Rd\, London\, NW1 6XT \nBiodynamics is an organic method of cultivation arising out of Rudolf Steiner’s Spiritual research. It works with the rhythms of the movements of the Sun\, Moon\, planets and stars\, to which the plants respond. The\nworkshop will cover the background to the biodynamic planting calendar and using the biodynamic preparations. It’s summer and so we will focus on sharing tips for caring for flowers and food plants – from flowers and windowsill herbs to fruit trees. \nFor the last hour\, we’ll stir the horn manure preparation (known as 500)\, so bring an empty screw top bottle if you would like to take some home.  A 500ml bottle is enough for an average garden. \n  \nThe workshop is suitable for those new to biodynamics and for anyone who would like to give their garden\, window boxes or house plants a summer treat! \nAbout Sue & Douglas\nSue and Douglas are enthusiastic gardeners with lots of practical experience of biodynamic gardening. \nAll welcome\, no need to book.  Full £10 / Concession £5 URL:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/event/an-introduction-to-gardening-the-biodynamic-way-sunday-23-june-2pm-5pm-london/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/woman-holding-seedling-free-stock-image--scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240602T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240602T160000 DTSTAMP:20260604T060728 CREATED:20240514T084231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T084458Z UID:10000081-1717322400-1717344000@www.biodynamic.org.uk SUMMARY:Introduction to Biodynamic Winegrowing\, Limeburn Hill Vineyard\, Sunday 2nd June 2024) DESCRIPTION:Date and Times: Sun\, 2 Jun 2024 10:00 – 16:00\nVenue: Limeburn Hill Vineyard\, Westfield Farm Limeburn Hill Chew Magna BS40 8QW\nCost £85 ( incl vegetarian lunch)\nBook your place online via Eventbrite here \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis workshop\, run by Robin Snowdon (vineyard manager and winemaker for Limeburn Hill Biodynamic Vineyard)\, will cover the basics of biodynamic viticulture (growing the grapes) and biodynamic viniculture (making the wine). \nIt will include: \n\nthe principles of biodynamic agriculture\,\nan introduction to biodynamic vineyard management\,\nthe use of compost teas & plant-based sprays for vine health\,\nan introduction to the biodynamic preparations with examples\,\na tour of the vineyard and exploration of the grape varieties\, trellising systems\, soil care and treatments\,\nan introduction to biodynamic wine making\,\na tasting of our natural wines with an explanation of the winemaking processes\,\nplenty of space for questions and discussion\, as required\,\na vegetarian lunch is also included in the ticket price.\n\nThis course is ideal for: \n\nanyone interested in setting up an organic / biodynamic vineyard\,\nanyone interested in making biodynamic wine\,\nanyone selling or serving biodynamic wine – working in restaurants\, bars\, or in the wine trade\,\nanyone interested in the principles of biodynamic agriculture.\n\nThere will be a maximum of 15 people on the workshop to enable space and time for everyone to ask questions. The price also includes lunch and a tasting of their natural wines. \nIf you would like more information then please feel free to contact Robin directly on robin@limeburnhillvineyard.co.uk \nAbout the organiser \nRobin Snowdon and Georgina Harvey planted\, and have been running\, Limeburn Hill Biodynamic Vineyard for 10 years. Robin teaches the Introduction to Biodynamic Viticulture course for the Biodynamic Association College UK as well as giving talks about biodynamics around the country. He works as a consultant for vineyards looking to follow biodynamic principles and was Chair of the Biodynamic Association certification board for several years. \nReviews from previous participants \n“A huge thank you for a fantastic day on Sunday. Your knowledge and passion for biodynamics is truly inspiring – I gained a lot of useful information and came away feeling informed\, energised and excited to put some of these elements into practice in starting my own vineyard.” \n“Thank you both very much for Sunday. I had a fantastic time\, the course was incredibly interesting and really well balanced (and the food was fantastic!)“ \n“Thank you for a lovely day yesterday. I learnt heaps and it’s fortified my belief in the importance of biodynamic practices. The amount that you care for the land is truly inspiring.“ \n“What you have created a Limeburn Hill feels very wholesome and special and this shines through in the workshop.“ URL:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/event/introduction-to-biodynamic-winegrowing-limeburn-hill-vineyard-sunday-2nd-june-2024/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/LimeburnHIll.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240525T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240525T160000 DTSTAMP:20260604T060728 CREATED:20240517T115516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T094743Z UID:10000082-1716642000-1716652800@www.biodynamic.org.uk SUMMARY:Biodynamic workshop with Hans - Gunther Kern: Caring for Flora and Fauna\, 25th May 2024 10am to 1pm\, Ringwood\, Hants DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/event/biodynamic-workshop-with-hans-gunther-kern-caring-for-flora-and-fauna-25th-may-2024-10am-to-1pm-ringwood-hants/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Water-colour-of-can-tools-and-wellies-Free-stock-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240524T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240526T153000 DTSTAMP:20260604T060728 CREATED:20240422T120821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T111223Z UID:10000080-1716577200-1716737400@www.biodynamic.org.uk SUMMARY:Celebration of 100 years of Biodynamics: Transforming Land\, Transforming Lives 24th-26th May 2024\, Ruskin Mill\, Nailsworth\, Glos DESCRIPTION:A Ruskin Mill Trust and the Biodynamic Association conference with Ueli Hurter (Goetheanum)\, \nVenue:  Ruskin Mill The Woolbarn\, Gables Farm\, Horsley\, Glos\, GL6 0QE \nTimings: Friday evening 7pm to 8.30pm\, all day Saturday 9.00 am to  6pm followed by an evening of entertainment until 9pm)\nResearch conference Sunday 26 May – as part of Biodynamic 100 BDA and RMT in partnership. Bringing together UK and English speaking researchers connected to Ruskin Mill Trust and the BDA. Join in person or online \nRuskin Mill Trust are delighted to be hosting these BD100 events with keynote talks from Ueli Hurter\, one of the agricultural leads at the Goetheanum and Aonghus Gordon OBE\, founder of Ruskin Mill Trust\, with Gabriel Kaye and practicing UK BD farmers\, growers and researchers\, speaking to the theme of the Transformation of Land\, Transforming Lives with Biodynamics.\n\nThe conference will be a Friday evening and full day on the Saturday with speakers and workshop leads coming from the broad range of biodynamic practice in the UK covering the topics of food production\, training\, research\, therapeutic education\, curative and social pedagogy\, alchemical approaches\, medicine and nutrition and UK biodynamic history.\nIt will be an event full of inspiring talks and workshops covering topics of: biodynamic  food production\, training\, research\, therapeutic education\, curative and social pedagogy\, alchemical approaches\, medicine and nutrition and UK biodynamic history.\nIt will offer a special opportunity for sharing\, experiencing and deepening\, drawing together some of the finest thinkers and practitioners from the Biodynamic Movement in the UK.  Not to be missed!   \nTo Book:  Email Pippa Hunt  Pippa.Hunt@rmt.org\nBooking deadline 17th May 2024 \nCost: Free  – just payment for meals in advance at a cost of  £10 per meal \nProgramme  for  BIODYNAMIC 100  TRANSFORMING LAND\, TRANSFORMING LIVES Conference \n  URL:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/event/bd100-transforming-land-transforming-lives-24th-26th-may/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Rudolf-Steiner-100-logo-RMT-.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240518T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240519T160000 DTSTAMP:20260604T060728 CREATED:20240124T162243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T094641Z UID:10000064-1716024600-1716134400@www.biodynamic.org.uk SUMMARY:Engaging with Nature\, Self and Spirit - 18th & 19th May 2024\, with Susan Raven\, Dorset DESCRIPTION:A workshop using the 6 basic exercises offered by Rudolf Steiner to engage with life as a pathway of development and connection.\nVenue:   Lower Barton Farm\, Nether Cerne\, Dorchester\, DT2 7AJ\nTimings: Weekend of the 18th & 19th of May 2024 beginning on Saturday at 9.30 am and ending on Sunday at\n4 pm\nCost:  £110 Early Bird (ends April 30th)\,  £125 from 1st May Early booking recommended as places are limited\n( cost includes delicious home-cooked meals) Accommodation is not included.  A list of local B&B’s can be sent on request.\nFor more information about the course or to book a place: Visit Susan’s website \nOr contact her directly. \n“The Nature Spirits are waiting to be reunited with us\, and as emissaries of higher spiritual beings\, they wish to\nbe of great assistance to us at this time\, but we have to step into their world and meet them in their own territory. It is time to engage in dialogue and relearn a living world wisdom from the elemental kingdom.”\n* Nature Spirits: The Remembrance \nAt this gathering we will be exploring the methods used for seership and communication described by the philosopher\, scientist and seer\, Rudolf Steiner. We will be focusing on ways in which we can build a mutually rewarding line of communication with the nature spirits\, in order that we may receive information and\ninsight into their world. By working together with the elementals – which reside in earth\, water\, air and fire – we can become responsible co-creators at this critical time in our evolution. In this workshop Susan will be describing the activities of the nature spirits in the landscape\, in plants and in the human being. We will be looking at ways in which we can effectively help these generous inhabitants of the supersensible realm for the ultimate benefit of us all. \nDuring the weekend we will be exploring:\n1. Rudolf Steiner’s ‘Six Essential Exercises’ for awakening supersensible perception\, with special emphasis on control\nof thinking and control of feeling. (It is more important to be in a state of Grace than to be ‘right’ if you wish to enter\nthe realm of the nature spirits!)\n2. The significance of colour on the inner and outer screen.\n3. The language of sense\, sound and movement.\n4. Protocols for greeting and questioning the nature spirits.\n5. Ways in which the human being can help the elementals return to their right and proper sphere. \nAbout Susan Raven\nSusan Raven is an experienced workshop facilitator and a long time student of Anthroposophy. She has worked with the methods and exercises described by Rudolf Steiner for seeing into the supersensible realms\, and has also trained with Dorian Schmidt\, director of the Biodynamic Research Institute. \nSusan is the author of the popular book ‘Nature Spirits: The Remembrance: A guide to the Elemental\nKingdom’\, featured in the Cygnus magazine\, Nexus\, Star & Furrow and Caduceus. \nReviews:\n• “You created a beautiful ‘space’ in which to explore\, test and trust insights. In so short a time I feel my understandings came together meaningfully\, most unexpectedly\, as if a window to Truth was just waiting to be opened. Thank you for having been the one to open the window!” \n• “Thank you so much for a truly inspiring and uplifting weekend. It was so moving and rewarding working in that way and finding how many wonderful observations and messages came through. I will use those methods regularly from now on to connect with nature.” \n• “Your workshop had real substance!” URL:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/event/engaging-with-nature-self-and-spirit-18th-19th-may-2024-with-susan-raven-dorset/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Plant-wagner-cropped-Susan-Raven-.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240511T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241005T170000 DTSTAMP:20260604T060728 CREATED:20240320T145742Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T132208Z UID:10000071-1715421600-1728147600@www.biodynamic.org.uk SUMMARY:Northern Region 100 Years of Biodynamics Events: 11th May\, 13th June\, 25th July & 5th Oct 2024 DESCRIPTION:This year marks 100 Years since the birth of Biodynamics – the Agriculture Course was given by Steiner during the Whitsun time in 1924. We would like to celebrate this event together with everyone interested from our region or further afield. \nThis will consist of four events: we will start together as a group in Botton\, North Yorkshire in May\,  followed  biodynamic preparation spraying events in June and July and finish with with another group gathering at\nClervaux\, Darlington  where we will be sharing the Harmonizing Preparation for everyone to take\nhome. \nThe celebration has a threefold aspect to it as we could imagine the first day as having an emphasis on celebrating the past\, the sprayings on celebrating the present and the last day as looking into and celebrating the future. \nProposed Programme of Events\n\n1. Saturday 11th May 2024\nVenue: Botton Village\,  Danby\, Whitby\, N Yorks \n10am – Welcome and coffee\n10.30am – Introduction and song / Celebrating and remembering all the Biodynamic Work that has happened in Botton / Sharing of the work and experiences of organic and biodynamic work in the area as well as our personal relationship/connection with Botton\n12.30am – Lunch with soup and rolls\n1.30pm – Celebrating stirring and spraying of 500 – future intentions for the different places\n4.00pm – Closing thoughts and looking ahead\n4.30pm – Coffee / tea and depart \nFrom this event we have 2 moments of spraying (500\, 501) in our own areas\, when we would aim to spray at the same time\, holding each other in mind while doing it\,  namely \n2. Thursday 13th June 2024  at 3pm  – sprying of the Horn Manure Preparation \n3. Thurday 25th July 2024 at 6am  – spraying the Horn Silica Preparation \n4) Saturday 5th October  tbc\nVenue: Clearvaux\, Darlington tbc\n10am – Coffee and garden/farm walk for those who don’t know Clervaux. Everyone is welcome.\n12.30pm – Bring and share harvest meal.\n2pm – Eurythmy (TBC)\n2.45pm – Open forum:\nBrief introduction to Hugo Erbe (1885-1965) and the Harmonizing Preparation.\nSharing of our experiences while spraying.\nLooking into the future: What is our task into keeping Biodynamics vibrant and alive in our region? Is there a need for more collective work/study/celebrations of Biodynamics?\n4pm – coffee and good byes. We will be giving the Harmonizing Preparation to everyone to take home. This preparation is sprayed around Michaelmas time as an expression of gratitude to the elemental beings. \nWe are hoping that many will be able to join this celebration from all over the region.\nWe very much hope that we can\, in the spirit of reflecting and celebration\, give thanks to all those who have done so much for Biodynamics as well as to give all of us inspiration to continue to take Biodynamics into the future. \nMany thanks and greetings from the organising group\nRuairidh von Stein\, Vivian Griffiths\, Hans Steenbergen and Gilberto Domingues\nFFI and to book a place on one or all of the events contact Ruairidh von Stein email  rvsdtp15r@gmail.com URL:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/event/northern-region-100-years-of-biodynamics-events-11th-may-13th-june-25th-july-2024/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240511T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240511T160000 DTSTAMP:20260604T060728 CREATED:20240320T102047Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T104245Z UID:10000070-1715421600-1715443200@www.biodynamic.org.uk SUMMARY:Bring Your Garden to Life with Biodynamic Compost Workshop 11th May 2024\, Sheffield DESCRIPTION:Location: Moss Valley Market Garden\, Sheffield Organic Growers\, Norton\, Sheffield   \nDate  May 11th\, Time 10am – 4pm\nCost £30  Drinks and light lunch of vegan soup and bread provided.\nBooking Contact Martin Bradshaw to book. Email; mossvalleymarketgarden@ooooby.com\nPlaces limited so book early to avoid disappointment. \nDiscover  the true nature of the herbal preparations used in biodynamic gardening and farming and their benefits to the compost heap\, soil and plants. \n“We tend to look at the beings of nature – the  minerals\, plants\, and animals (…) – as if they stood there in isolation. We’re in the habit of looking at a plant all by itself; then we go on to look at a plant species all by itself\, and then at another species next to it. Everything we’re supposed to know about these things is neatly pigeonholed into separate species and genera. But that is not how things are in nature. In\nnature\, and actually throughout the universe\, everything is in mutual interaction with everything else.”\nRudolf Steiner (initiator of biodynamics) 1924 \nAbout the workshop\nThe biodynamic compost preparations are uniquely fermented natural remedies that will increase soil microbial populations\, vitalise plant growth and harmonise life processes. \nIn this workshop you will be taken on a journey of discovery revealing the true nature of the herbal preparations and their benefits to the compost heap\, soil and plants. By using the methods of Goethean science we will study these herbs in a living way and then be able to apply the preparations to a ready-made compost heap. \nThis workshop is led by Michael Bate and Martin Bradshaw.\nMichael is a former head grower at Weleda herb garden\, Ilkeston and has 30 years\nexperience of leading workshops.   Martin is manager and head grower at Moss Valley Market Garden. \n  \n  URL:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/event/bring-your-garden-to-life-with-biodynamic-compost-workshop-11th-may-2024-sheffield/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/Discover-box-chamomile-landscape-DK-BOOKS-e1461852674827.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240504T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240707T160000 DTSTAMP:20260604T060728 CREATED:20240325T120933Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T121243Z UID:10000072-1714815000-1720368000@www.biodynamic.org.uk SUMMARY:Separate & Reunite: An Introduction to the Theory and Practice of Plant Alchemy and Spagyrics with Jonathan Code\, 4th & 5th May\, 1st & 2nd June\, 5th\, 6th & 7th July 2024\, Chalford\, Glos DESCRIPTION:Venue: The Garden Room\, Chalford nr. Stroud\nCost:  £220 p. weekend / £600 whole course booking (two concession places available)\nTo book or enquire please contact Emily at eamthomas@hotmail.com \nAny number of weekends can be attended however signing up to the full series will offer the guidance for making a Spagyric from beginning to end. \nAn experiential course introducing the theory and practical process of preparing a spagyric tincture. This is a course for those with an interest in plant medicine\, gardening\, western esoteric traditions\, and anyone curious to explore practical alchemy. The course will run over three weekends. A focus is given each weekend to one of the three stages of the preparation of the spagyric medicine. It will include presentations\, demonstrations\, and advice for developing your own practice. \nWeekend One: Introduction to Plant Alchemy and Distillation of the Soul\nSat 4th May\, 9.30 – 17.00\nSun 5th May\, 9.30 – 16.00 \n* Introduction to plant alchemy and historical perspectives and to the alchemical world view  An overview of making a spagyric medicine  Medicinal plants in alchemy\n* Theory and practice of distilling essential oils \nWeekend Two: In Search of the Spirit – The Science and Art of Fermentation\nSat 1st June\, 9.30 – 17.00\nSun 2nd June\, 9.30 – 16.00 \n* Introduction to fermentation\n* Rectification of the ‘spirit’ of the wine  Alchemical imagery explored \nWeekend Three: Out of the Ashes – Whitening of the Salts and The Alchemical Marriage\nFri 5th July\, 18.30 – 20.30\nSat 6th July\, 9.30 – 17.00\nSun 7th July\, 9.30 – 16.00 \n*Introduction to incineration and calcination\n*Crystallisation\n*Reunification of the separated parts\n*Working with ‘time’ in spagyric production\n*Reflection on the internal and external journey URL:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/event/separate-reunite-an-introduction-to-the-theory-and-practice-of-plant-alchemy-and-spagyrics-with-jonathan-code-4th-5th-may-1st-2nd-june-5th-6th-7th-july-2024-chalford-glos/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/bowl-of-marigolds.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240418T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240418T140000 DTSTAMP:20260604T060728 CREATED:20240402T114740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T115624Z UID:10000075-1713434400-1713448800@www.biodynamic.org.uk SUMMARY:Biodynamic Preparation Making Day\, 18th April 2024 10am till around 2pm\, The Field (Weleda gardens)\, Shipley DESCRIPTION:Venue:  The Field\, Hassock Lane\, Heanor\,  Derbyshire\, DE75 7JH\nDate: Thursday 18th April 2024\nTimes: 10am – around 2pm \nWeleda would like to invite you to thier biodynamic preparation day at The Field (the Weleda gardens)\nIt’s a day for BD people in the Midlands and beyond to connect– new and old – all are welcome – and to talk preparations and biodynamics. \nWe’ll be digging up the horns and other preps\, process them\, make the yarrow prep. For anyone who is interested in learning more about the biodynamic preparations or how other farms and gardens make and use them\, share experiences\, this is the day to join 😊   We’ll also do a horn manure stir\, do an ink water vortex demo to show how it works and why we need to create a vortex and chaos when stirring the preps. \nThere will be a compost heap in the making with our preps – for people who want to dig deeper into composting matters 😊 \nWe’ll have a vegetarian potluck lunch. Please bring a dish to share\, cutlery and a mug. Don’t panic if you’re not one to cook – bread and cheese\, dips and veg\, salad\, anything goes. Just join in. \nWe’ll also run a biodynamic Q&A session – bring your questions – there will be lots of experienced BD practitioners on-site who are happy to share their wealth of experience. \nJust a bit of housekeeping: \n\nUnfortunately\, we cannot accommodate any dogs on-site to protect our wildlife.\nParking – Our grassy area is still very soggy and parking is not possible directly on-site. However\, there is ample free parking on Pit Lane. Only a 5 minute walk. I have attached a screenshot for directions.\nThe ground is uneven and at the moment very muddy. Please wear boots or wellies.\n\nIf you’re planning on coming\, please let us know so we have a rough idea on numbers  Email me on  jennifer.ruge@weleda.co.uk \nAny questions\, give us a shout.    Let’s hope for a nice day 🌞  Jen URL:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/event/biodynamic-preparation-making-day-18th-april-2024-10am-till-around-2pm-the-field-weleda-gardens-shipley/ CATEGORIES:100 Years Anniversary ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Cow-horns-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240328T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240328T213000 DTSTAMP:20260604T060728 CREATED:20240129T112233Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T115140Z UID:10000066-1711652400-1711661400@www.biodynamic.org.uk SUMMARY:Book Launch of "The Biodynamic Movement in Britain - A History of the First 100 Years” By Bernard Jarman\, 28th March 2024 at 7pm\, Hawkwood College\, Glos DESCRIPTION:The Biodynamic Association\, Floris Books and Hawkwood College warmly invite you to celebrate the launch of this timely and special book during the Centenary of Biodynamics\n \nVenue:  Hawkwood College\, Painswick Old Rd\, Stroud GL6 7QW\nTiming: 7 pm start\nLight refreshments will be included \nTo book your free place:\n– scroll down this page to the Tickets section\n– click the + sign to add the number of places you want and then follow the checkout process. \nYou can also book over the phone on  01453 759501 or via email at Office@biodynamic.org  ( NB office hours are 9-1 Mon to Fri) \nSigned copies of the book will be available on the night at a special price of £14\n(RRP £16.99)  or you can buy your copy now  at the full price plus P&P  via our webshop here \n           URL:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/event/book-launch/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/The-BD-Movement-in-UK-BJ-New-Book-Cover.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240322T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240324T190000 DTSTAMP:20260604T060728 CREATED:20240125T114451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T101304Z UID:10000065-1711134000-1711306800@www.biodynamic.org.uk SUMMARY:Nature Spirits and Biodynamics - Working with the Etheric in our Environment to bring health" Talk and Workshop\, 22nd - 24th March 2024 with Are Thoresen\, Devon DESCRIPTION:Devon Biodynamic and Anthroposophical groups in coordination with the Biodynamic Association invite you for a weekend to deepen our understanding and engagement with the healing forces of the Christ being in the farm\, the environment\, the preparations and the food  your grow. \nTalk –  Friday 22nd March  – 7pm\nVenue:  The Greenwood Hall\, South Devon Steiner School\,  Hood Manor Dartington TQ9 6AB\nCost £10 – no booking required and you are welcome to attend just the talk \nWorkshop – Saturday 23rd  -Sun 24th March ( ending at 3pm)\nVenue:  The Greenwood Hall\, South Devon Steiner School\,  Hood Manor Dartington TQ9 6AB\nCost: £120 ( includes meals)\nBook your place via Eventbrite here \nAbout the talk and workshop theme \n\nHow can I restore the full effectiveness of the preparations as given to us by Steiner?\nHow can I minimize the negative forces living in the world in my work with animal\, plant and mineral spheres on my farm?\nHow we can I Christianize the elemental beings in agriculture\, and help transform the Ahrimanic and other forces undermining the life forces of the earth?\n\nThis workshop is intended for those already working with the Agriculture lectures and the preparations and/or familiar with Anthroposophy. \nAbout Are Thoresen:\nAre is an active spiritual researcher\, author and veterinary doctor with lifelong clairvoyant faculties. He will bring his insights into such questions and others of an esoteric nature. He will engage us with practices to work with these forces. \n…. “Even the slightest progress on the spiritual path will be in vain if the motive is to further our own progress and knowledge of the spiritual world\, or if we are driven by vanity…. People who have grasped the need for spirituality… will carry over the knowledge presented… creating a new culture of spiritual and brotherly love”.\nFrom; Experiences From the Threshold and Beyond by Are Thoresen. Temple Lodge URL:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/event/nature-spirits-and-biodynamics-talk-and-worshop-22nd-24th-march-2024-with-are-thoresen-devon/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Are-T-image-with-blackboard-drawing.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240218T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240218T170000 DTSTAMP:20260604T060728 CREATED:20231206T145318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231211T171812Z UID:10000061-1708264800-1708275600@www.biodynamic.org.uk SUMMARY:An Introduction to Gardening the Biodynamic Way: 18 February 2024 2pm-5pm\, London DESCRIPTION:Venue: Rudolf Steiner House\,  35 Park Rd\, London NW1 6XT  https://rsh.anth.org.uk/\nWith Sue Peat and Douglas Davidson \nBiodynamics is an organic method of cultivation\, arising out of Rudolf Steiner’s Spiritual research. It works with the rhythms of the movements of the Sun\, Moon\, planets and stars to which the plants respond. The workshop will cover the background to the biodynamic planting calendar and using the biodynamic preparations. It’s spring and so we will focus on sharing tips for sowing and growing food plants – from windowsill herbs to fruit trees. For the last hour\, we’ll stir the horn manure preparation (known as 500)\, so bring an empty screw top bottle if you would like to take some home. A 500ml bottle is enough for an average garden. The workshop is suitable for those new to biodynamics and for anyone who would like to give their garden\, window boxes or house plants a spring treat! \nSue and Douglas are enthusiastic gardeners with lots of practical experience of biodynamic gardening. \nAll welcome\, no need to book. £10/ £5 \n  URL:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/event/an-introduction-to-gardening-the-biodynamic-way-18-february-2pm-5pm-london/ CATEGORIES:100 Years Anniversary ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Hands-with-plants-social-farming-conf-image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240113T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240113T130000 DTSTAMP:20260604T060728 CREATED:20240104T122459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240104T122741Z UID:10000063-1705140000-1705150800@www.biodynamic.org.uk SUMMARY:Biodynamic Compost - The Heart of Biodynamic Gardening 13th Jan 2024 10am - 1pm Sussex DESCRIPTION:Biodynamic compost is special: it helps to nourish the soil life and to inform and regenerate the soil so that in turn the soil life can feed the plants. It acts like the leaven in the bread inoculating the soil with nitrogen fixing bacteria and bringing enzymes and vitamins into the soil for healthy soil and optimal plant growth. \nDiscover the art and science of biodynamic composting in this workshop with Hans-Gunther Kern\, an international biodynamic course leader\, lecturer and consultant \nVenue:  Hamewith\, Birch Grove\, Sussex\, RH17 7BT\nTimings: 10am to 1pm\nCost £15 if booked in advance\, £20 on the day\nFFI email  merillambrich@gmail.com \nTo book: Email admin@wholisticliving.co.uk   or call +44 (0)7852917497 \n  URL:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/event/biodynamic-compost-the-heart-of-biodynamic-gardening-13th-jan-2024-10am-1pm-sussex/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Compost-heap-Pexels--scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231127T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231218T150000 DTSTAMP:20260604T060728 CREATED:20230804T095035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T095542Z UID:10000049-1701090000-1702911600@www.biodynamic.org.uk SUMMARY:Biodynamic Agriculture & Anthroposophy Free online course 27th November to 18th Dec 2023 DESCRIPTION:This course is being offered by the Agricultural Section at the Goethenum as a gift as part of the 100th Anniversary Celebrations of Biodynamics 1924-2024 \nEnroll here \nThrough deepening into anthroposophy\, biodynamic agriculture can be experienced in a truly fruitful way. Anthroposophy develops an image of the human being\, whereby the human being – completely connected with the soil\, plants\, animals and the climate – is able to penetrate nature in such a way that a personal relationship with the spiritual world of beings\, which appears in it\, can develop. \nOut of this spiritual relationship\, you can work practically\, for example with the biodynamic preparations\, you can shape the farm into a living organism and align your commitment with the big picture of the earth as a living being. \nWhere does the human ability to cultivate nature come from? How far are we as human beings actually allowed to cultivate nature agriculturally? These are some of the questions we will look at in this course. \nFind here a report from a participant of the first course in November 2021 \n\n\n\n\nCourse leaders\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUeli Hurter   Co-Leader of the section of Agriculture\, since 2010. Board-member of the General Anthroposophical Society\, since 2020.\nIn the Supervisory Board of the Biodynamic Federation Demeter International\, since 2020. For 30 years biodynamic farmer in Switzerland on ‘Ferme de L’Aubier’ an Co-entrepreneur in the associative initiative L’Aubier\, until end of 2020.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJean-Michel Florin  Studied agriculture and nature conservation\, coordinator of the biodynamic association in France (MABD) and trainer for bd farming\, author and editor of books and journals\, expert and speaker on the subjects: Goethean approach of nature\, medicinal plants\, landscape\, viticulture\, etc. Since 2010 Head of the Section for Agriculture. In the Supervisory Board of the Biodynamic Federation Demeter International\, since 2020.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProgram\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe course lasts four weeks\, 7 live sessions 2h with a maximum weekly workload of 6h. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPractical exercises as well as self-study and peer group learning accompany and connect the regular live sessions during the four weeks of the course. \n\n\n\n\nParticipation terms\nThe in-depth modules are designed to support people who want to work in the field of biodynamic agriculture at the level of farm management\, communication\, advisory services\, training\, coordination or research. They are mainly addressed to people who already have previous knowledge and are connected to the biodynamic movement. A basic interest in the anthroposophical background\, as well as the will to explore the subject in depth\, should be present. \n  URL:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/event/biodynamic-agriculture-anthroposophy-free-online-course-27th-november-to-18th-dec-2023/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/9K5A7697-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231110T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231112T193000 DTSTAMP:20260604T060728 CREATED:20231024T124932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231024T125502Z UID:10000059-1699644600-1699817400@www.biodynamic.org.uk SUMMARY:Weekend Conference exploring " Interfluence - the multidirectional interplay that weaves through us and our world" 11 - 12th November 2023\, The Field Centre\, Glos DESCRIPTION:Venue: The Field Centre\, Hay Lane\, Nailsworth\, Glos GL6 0QE\nCost of the weekend conference is £125 per person and includes both evening events ( on 10th Nov & 11th Nov) meals and refreshments.  Conc tickets are available on request\nFULL PROMGRAMME HERE  (PDF) \nStarts 9 am on Sat 11th November 2023\nEvening session on the Sat will be a presentation  exploring\n” Our creative participation in the life around us – how can spiritually orientated science help? Experiences with biodynamic farming and pharmaceutical work with plants”  presented by Vesna Forstneric Lesjak\nThis talk ( and the one on Fri 10th Nov 7.30 pm at the Centre for Science and Art )  can be attended independently of the main conference. Cost is £15 / £10 conc for each evening talk\nThe conference ends at 1 pm on Sun 12th November 2023 \nOrganised by the Natural Science Group of the Anthroposophical Society in Great Britain\nFFI and to book either for the talks or the whole event incl both evening presentations\, please\nemail Simon Charter at simon.charter@live.co.uk or tel 07814786682 \nBOOKING FORM (PDF) \nAbout the Conference  and speakers\nInterfuence  Global\, Biological and Human \nThe word “mechanism” is widely\, unthinkingly and often inappropriately used in relation to environmental and life sciences. We would like to explore the idea of “interfluence” through this conference\, meaning this word to represent “mutual influence” and “multidirectional interplay”. \n“Interfluence” doesn’t simply replace “mechanism” but rather invites qualitatively different\, more appropriately fluent and inter-relational ways of thinking. \n“Global” interfluence includes motions and effects of the hydrosphere\, biosphere and atmosphere in relation to the sun and moon\, at least. “Biological” includes the various forms of organic life on earth – microbial and fungal as well as plant and animal\, and their interactions. “Human” includes the imagination\, creativity and activities of we humans\, and our influence on earth systems. So our fields of reference are broad\, but particular attention will be paid to environmental and organic circulatory systems\, including our own\, which help to unify the diversity and maintain continuity through continual change. \nSaturday morning will include hands-on\, interactive experiences of fluidity\, aiming to engage and educate our senses. \nOn Sunday morning\, participants will be invited to share their perspectives on interfluence in relation to their own areas of interest. \nThere will be space for dialogue among all participants\, and we look forward to meeting and hearing from the work of Vesna Forštnerič Lesjak\, Prof Meinhard Simon and Dr Philip Kilner. \nVesna has recently become joint leader of the Natural Science section at the Goetheanum. She is a pharmacist\, biodynamic farmer and Goethean researcher. Since 2013 she has run a production company for food supplements and cosmetics. She has helped to establish and manage an association for further education in natural sciences – “Sapientia”\, and the section for anthroposophical pharmacy and medicine in Slovenia. \nMeinhard is Professor of Aquatic Microbial Ecology at the University of Oldenburg in North-West Germany where he supervises researchers in fields such\, biological oceanography\, environmental microbes and microbiome ecology. He retired in July\, which will leave him freer to participate in events such as this. He is member of the board of the Natural Science Section for about 30 years \nPhilip has retired from his posts as Consultant and Reader in Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance at Royal Brompton Hospital and Imperial College in London. Previously\, after studying flow with John Wilkes\, he researched flow in relation to reconstructive heart surgery at Great Ormond Street Hospital\, London. His central interest is in our healthy living blood circulatory system and heart. \nOrganising Group \, Alex Murrell\, Philip Kilner and Simon Charter.   For the Natural Science Group of the Anthroposophical Society in Britain  Cost £125 including meals (concessions available please ask) \nBookings contact:   simon.charter@live.co.uk. \n  \n  \n  URL:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/event/weekend-conference-exploring-interfluence-the-multidirectional-interplay-that-weaves-through-us-and-our-world-11-12th-november-2023-the-field-centre-glos/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231110T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231112T193000 DTSTAMP:20260604T060728 CREATED:20231024T122643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231024T125715Z UID:10000058-1699644600-1699817400@www.biodynamic.org.uk SUMMARY:Interfluence - Global\, Biological & Human: Talk Fri 10th Nov 7.30pm "The hidden microbial world\, the actors of the etheric in nature and man\, Stroud\, Glos followed by a weekend conference DESCRIPTION:A presentation by Prof Meinhard Simon followed by a panel discussion with Vesna Forstneric and Dr Philip Kilner\nVenue:  The Centre for Science and Art\, 13 Lansdown Rd\, Stroud\, Glos\, GL5 1BB\nStart time 7.30pm\nCost £15 / £10 conc \nThis is followed by a weekend conference on 11-12th Nov 2023  on the theme of\n” Interfluence – The Multidirectional interplay that weaves through us and our world”\nStarts 9 am on Sat 11th November 2023  and includes an\nEvening session on Sat 11th Nov:  a presentation  exploring\n” Our creative participation in the life around us – how can spiritually orientated science help? Experiences with biodynamic farming and pharmaceutical work with plants”  presented by Vesna Forstneric Lesjak\nThis talk ( and the one on Fri 10th Nov)  can be attended independently of the main conference. Cost is £15 / £10con\nThe conference ends at 1 pm on Sun 12th November 2023 \nVenue: The Field Centre\, Hay Lane\, Nailsworth\, Glos GL6 0QE \nOrganised by the Natural Science Group of the Anthroposophical Society in Great Britain\nFFI and to book either for the talks or the whole event incl both evening presentations\, please\nemail Simon Charter at simon.charter@live.co.uk or tel 07814786682\n \n  \n  URL:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/event/interfluence-global-biological-human-talk-fri-10th-nov-7-30pm-the-hidden-microbial-world-the-actors-of-the-etheric-in-nature-and-man-stroud-glos/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231029T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231029T170000 DTSTAMP:20260604T060728 CREATED:20230831T115842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T113833Z UID:10000053-1698588000-1698598800@www.biodynamic.org.uk SUMMARY:An Introduction to Gardening the Biodynamic Way: 29th Oct 2pm - 5pm London DESCRIPTION:With Dr Sue Peat and Douglas Davidson \nVenue:  Rudolf Steiner House\,\nTimes  2pm till 5pm \nAbout the workshop:\nBiodynamics is an organic method of cultivation\, arising out of Rudolf Steiner’s spiritual research. It works with the rhythms of the movements of the Sun\, Moon\, planets and stars\, to which the plants respond. \nThe workshop will cover the background of the biodynamic planting calendar and the biodynamic preparations\, including those used in composting. We will be paying special attention to the work of the worms. Participants will be invited to exchange seasonal tips\, ideas and experiences. \nFor the last hour\, we will stir the horn manure preparation (known as 500)\, so bring an empty screw top bottle if you would like to take some home. A 500ml bottle is enough for an average garden. The workshop is suitable for those new to biodynamics and for anyone who would like to give their garden\, window boxes or house plants a winter treat! \nAbout Sue Peat and Douglas Davidson \nDr. Sue Peat is an enthusiastic biodynamic gardener and long term student of Rudolf Steiner’s work. She is a medical consultant at a London Teaching Hospital\, with a specialist interest in\npain relief. \nDouglas Davidson is an enthusiastic BD allotment holder. \nAll welcome\, no need to book. £10 Full / £5 Concession\nFor updated news on this event please see:  www.meetup.com/rudolf-steiner-spiritual-science URL:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/event/an-introduction-to-gardening-the-biodynamic-way-29th-oct-2pm-5pm-london/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/healthy-vege-in-a-bowl-pic-pexels--scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231013T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231015T130000 DTSTAMP:20260604T060728 CREATED:20230908T103848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230908T111926Z UID:10000057-1697216400-1697374800@www.biodynamic.org.uk SUMMARY:Communicating and Co-creating with the World of Nature Spirits - Stage II: 13th- 15th Oct 2023 with Susan Raven\, Wales DESCRIPTION:A workshop with Susan Raven at The Urdd Centre\, Pentre Ifan\, Pembrokeshire.\nOn the weekend of the 13 th – 15th of October 2023 \n(This course is open to participants who have completed a Stage 1 course\, and to those who are following a regular spiritual practice in Nature) \n“Knowledge will take us up to a point\, imagination will take us everywhere. Creation sighs for a new creative human.”\nDorian Schmidt\, director of the Biodynamic Research Institute \nAs human beings\, we incarnate into a whole field of relationship and connectedness with the beings of Nature\, but most of us are unaware of this vibrant field. The nature spirits and elementals are part of the natural order of things and they are active within an eco-system parallel to the physical ecology we are all familiar with. At this time in our evolution\, it is vital that we repair our connection with their world and begin to create a field of harmonic inter-relationship and co-creativity. \n“Nature groans under the travail of waiting for us to participate. People used to live in the ‘Will of Nature’. We don’t. Our magic is… push the button and it happens and who cares! We pass the implications of this on to the Earth. We need imaginative forces to solve these problems\, and the schooling of the heart means we learn to think and work with living pictures.”\nDenis Klocek\, Director of Consciousness Studies\, Rudolf Steiner College\, USA. \nThere is an intelligence in everything around us; and with interest\, reverence and wonder we can access the pure wisdom of nature’s phenomena. When we learn to use the heart field to engage in a direct exchange of meaning\, without the intermediary of biased mental languaging\, we can allow the beings of nature to speak in their own terms. A collaboration between nature spirits and humans will bring about a co-creation of new ideas and visions for the future. \nAt this gathering in the beautiful environs of The Urdd Centre and the ancient Ty Canol woods in West Wales\, we will be exploring the methods used for seership and communication described by the philosopher\, scientist and seer\, Rudolf Steiner. We will be focusing on ways in which we can build a line of communication with the nature spirits\, in order that we may receive information and insight into their world. By working together with the elementals – which reside in earth\, water\, air and fire – we can become responsible co-creators at this critical time in our evolution. In this workshop\, Susan will be describing the activities of the nature spirits in the landscape and in the human being. We will be looking at ways in which we can effectively help these generous inhabitants of the supersensible realm for the ultimate benefit of us all. \nNature speaks and everything in Nature is communicable. The intelligent beings of Nature wish to communicate and co-create with an awake and aware humanity. So how do we contact them? How do we learn from them? How do we enter the dream time of their world? How do we interpret the sensations we experience with them? And how do we begin to co-create with them? \nDuring this course\, we will be exploring more of the exercises described by Rudolf Steiner aimed at awakening our dormant capacities of supersensible perception. \nCo-operation between ourselves and the nature spirits through methodologies like ‘Word Meditations’\, ‘Plant/phenomena Spirit Protocols’\, eurythmy and focused ceremony\, can take us beyond standard scientific research methods. Our task is to explore the landscape of the supersensible dimensions and to recognise (and respond with) the elemental vocabulary of colour\, vibration\, movement\, mood\, feeling-tones and symbology. \nFor further information about the course and to book a place\, please contact Susan at the following email address: raven@izun.co.uk \nwebsite: https://www.susanraven.com/ \nWorkshop fee: £130 early booking is recommended as places are limited. \nThis price includes delicious organic\, home-cooked meals by super-cook Vivienne Collins and also includes basic shared accommodation. To view the location and venue please click on the following link: \nhttps://www.urdd.cymru/en/residential-centres/pentre-ifan/ \nSusan Raven is an experienced workshop facilitator and a long-time student of Anthroposophy. She has worked with the methods and exercises described by Rudolf Steiner for seeing into the supersensible realms and has also trained with Dorian Schmidt\, director of the Biodynamic Research Institute. Susan is the author of the popular book ‘Nature Spirits: The Remembrance: A Guide to the Elemental Kingdom’\, featured in the Cygnus magazine\, Nexus\, Star & Furrow and Caduceus. \nReviews:\n“Your workshops have real substance!”\n“Inspiring\, fascinating\, it opened up the potential for doing something\nreally useful in the world.”\n“Susan is providing such a high level of reinforcement for all we have seen\, sensed and co-created with Spirit. I will be going over and over her writings in her book\, so that I can find as clear a way as possible into the\nkingdoms with whom we are sharing this life.” URL:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/event/communicating-and-co-creating-with-the-world-of-nature-spirits-stage-ii-13th-15th-oct-2023-with-susan-raven-wales/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231007T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231104T110000 DTSTAMP:20260604T060728 CREATED:20230905T091033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T084505Z UID:10000056-1696669200-1699095600@www.biodynamic.org.uk SUMMARY:‘We are not Separate’ Perceiving and working with subtle energies in nature 5 weekly online meetings: Sat 7th October 2023 9.00am - 11.00am DESCRIPTION:Through a series of simple meditation and movement exercises\, we will learn ways to perceive the subtle and often unnoticed energies that live in the world around us. With continued practice\, these inspiring introductoryexercises can help us feel more in tune with the phenomena of nature\, leading to more empathic ways of connection. Using a unique blend of online meetings\, individual exercises in nature\, and shared internet–freemeditative spaces we will create a warm and supportive group experience\, which can nurture theunfolding of our perceptive faculties.\n• 5 x 2–hour Zoom meetings including meditation and nature connection exercises\, eurythmy–inspiredmovement\, space for sharing/questions (5 Saturdays in October and November)• 5 individual walking exercises in nature (between meetings)• 5 background reading texts from different streams of nature connection• 5 optional short group meditations offline\, remotely from our own homes (between meetings)\nCost: £100\, concessions availableFor information\, dates and reviews see: www.michaelfullergardens.co.uk/courses\nTo book contact Michael Fuller at michaelfuller5@icloud.com / 07952 751029 URL:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/event/we-are-not-separate-perceiving-and-working-with-subtle-energies-in-nature-5-weekly-online-meetings-sat-7th-october-2023-9-00am-11-00am/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Course-PIC.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231006T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231006T150000 DTSTAMP:20260604T060728 CREATED:20230823T150818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230823T150946Z UID:10000050-1696586400-1696604400@www.biodynamic.org.uk SUMMARY:Biodynamic Preparation Making Day 6th October 10am - 3pm The Field\, Weleda\, Derbyshire DESCRIPTION:Venue: The Field\, Hassock Lane\, Heanor\, Derbyshire\, DE75 7JH\nDate & Times:  Fri 6th Oct  10am to 3pm\nJoin Head Gardener Jen Ruge at Weleda’s 13-acre biodynamic gardens\, known as ” The Field” to get hands-on experience in making some of the biodynamic preparations.  It’s a great opportunity to learn more about the preparations that are at the heart of the biodynamic approach. \nEveryone is welcome –  bring along your friends and family\, meet like-minded gardeners and growers and discover more about what biodynamics can bring to your plot. \nThis day is free of charge and hot drinks and biscuits will be provided throughout the day\nLunch – Please bring a dish to share for a potluck lunch and your own plate\, cutlery and mug.\nNB Unfortunately\, we can’t accommodate dogs on-site. \nBooking: Please let us know via email jennifer.ruge@weleda.co.uk if you’re planning on coming so we can get an idea of the numbers\, ditto if you have any questions \nDirections:  What3words   https://w3w.co/chucked.shunning.minerals \nPlease use the postcode DE75 7JB until you arrive at Shipley Garden Centre\, then look for the small ‘The Field’ road sign which is on the same side of the road as the garden centre. \nIf approaching from Ilkeston ‘The Field’ sign is on your right before you arrive at Shipley Garden Centre after the traffic camera as you come down the hill past the community allotments. \nIf you are travelling from Heanor\, the sign is after Shipley Garden Centre on the left. \nTurn down this small road in the direction of ‘The Field’ arrow\, and the Weleda garden is on the left after the bungalow. Turn through the wooden gate where you see the Weleda sign and park ahead on the grass car park area. \nLooking forward to welcoming everyone at The Field this year 😊 Jen URL:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/event/biodynamic-preparation-making-day-6th-october-10am-3pm-the-field-weleda-derbyshire/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/000_0021.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231003T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231005T163000 DTSTAMP:20260604T060728 CREATED:20230901T085940Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230901T090742Z UID:10000055-1696327200-1696523400@www.biodynamic.org.uk SUMMARY:Biodynamic Preparation Making Days 3rd - 5th October 2023\, Tablehurst Farm\, E Sussex DESCRIPTION:Venue: Tablehurst Farm London Rd\, Forest Row RH18 5DP \nEveryone is welcome to join Bryony and the team at Tablehurst on 3rd-5th October to make the biodynamic preparations for use on Tablehurst Farm and for supplying the Biodynamic Association stock. \nParticipation is free of charge and you can come to any or all sessions/days\nTo register your free place and for further info please contact Bryony Young  Email biodynamicbonny@gmail.com\nor tel 07971 781 325 \nFor more info about Tablehurst Farm URL:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/event/biodynamic-preparation-making-days-3-5th-october-2023-tablehurst-farm-e-sussex/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/000_0021.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230930T091500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230930T163000 DTSTAMP:20260604T060728 CREATED:20230825T101544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T101830Z UID:10000051-1696065300-1696091400@www.biodynamic.org.uk SUMMARY:Biodynamic Land Trust Soil & Farm Fertility Day 30th September\, Nr Stroud\, Glos DESCRIPTION:Land Trust Annual Event with Family of Farms Afternoon\nJoin us for an informative day on the activities of the Biodynamic Land Trust and 5 of our farms’ approaches to building on-farm fertility!\n\nVenue: Oakbrook Farm\, Stroud Micro Dairy\, Painswick Old Road Stroud GL6 7QN\nAGM meeting 9.15 – 11 .00am\nThe Family of Farms day starts at 11.30 \nRegister your free place via Eventbrite here \nMore info about the day\n \n\n\n\nOur Annual General Meeting will be held this year alongside our Family of Farms Day hosted in-person at Oakbrook Farm in Stroud\, Gloucestershire with a hybrid online option for those that cannot join in-person. The AGM will start at 09.30 with coffee and tea available in advance from 9.15. At the AGM our Directors will present reports of activities and finances to shareholders including information about the organisation’s development and strategy\, achievements and future prospects. \nThe Family of Farms day will start at 11.30 and will be an exciting display of 10-minute flash talks from each of our 5 farms; (Tablehurst\, Huxhams Cross\, St Giles\, Springham Grove and Oakbrook). Each farm will discuss its approach in building fertility throughout the farm organism. \nTo follow will be a workshop and panel discussion with soil samples from each farm\, providing an opportunity for tangible and broader engagement with fertility building – including the use of biodynamic preparations and the integration of livestock. The day will finish with a farm walk hosted by Oakbrook to explore how the onsite enterprises interweave with the fertility question. \nThis is a dynamic\, collaborative process within our Family of Farms and with the opportunity throughout the workshop for participation from all to take a deep dive into on-farm challenges across a range of geographically diverse farms in the UK. \nLUNCH and refreshments – will be provided on the day by a local Oakbrook caterer (A donation of £15 in cash to support the costs of this is much appreciated) \n \n\n\n\nFor more information about the Biodynamic Land Trust see https://biodynamiclandtrust.org.uk/ URL:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/event/biodynamic-land-trust-soil-farm-fertility-day-30th-september-nr-stroud-glos/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Biodynamic-Land-Trust-Vertically-Stacked.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230909T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230909T170000 DTSTAMP:20260604T060728 CREATED:20230712T100056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230725T095958Z UID:10000040-1694268000-1694278800@www.biodynamic.org.uk SUMMARY:No Dig Organic Gardening with Charles Dowding Sat 9th Sept 2023 2pm - 5pm DESCRIPTION:Venue:  Homeacres\, Shepton Mallet\, Somerset\, BA4 6PZ Cost: £70 pp The Biodynamic Gardening Club is very pleased to be offering this event  – All welcome \nCharles Dowding needs no introduction; an early pioneer of No Dig organic gardening\, he is now the UK’s foremost and most famous exponent\,  His courses are hugely popular and sell out quickly – we advise early booking to ensure your place.Bring a notebook;  Charles always gives out so much information and top practical tips you can take home and use in your own garden it helps to write them down. \n\n\n\nThere will be an opportunity to buy his books\, tooLunch is not included but Charles has kindly said we can picnic in his garden beforehand. Programme for the day 1-2 pmarrive and have a picnic in the garden if wanted 2-5 No-Dig master class \n\n\n\n\n\nDirections: Click here for full directions to Home Acres Parking: Is limited at the venue itself to 12 cars max. Please consider car-sharing or coming by public transport. The nearest train station is Castle Cary station a 15 min walk from the venue. \n\n\n\nWhy not make a weekend of it and explore the delights of Castle Carey. Shepton Mallet and beyond – there are plenty of wonderful gardens to visit including Kilver Court\, The Newt and more. Click here for more details \n\n\n\nOur grateful thanks to Charles Dowding for enabling us to offer this event at a very special discount for our members & friends. URL:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/event/no-dig-organic-gardening-with-charles-dowding-sat-9th-sept-2023-2pm-5pm/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Charles-D-3-pinched-off-website.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230901T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230901T170000 DTSTAMP:20260604T060728 CREATED:20230901T084649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230901T090858Z UID:10000054-1693555200-1693587600@www.biodynamic.org.uk SUMMARY:Biodynamic Preparation Making Days in October 2023 - The heart and soul of Biodynamics DESCRIPTION:Biodynamic preparations lie at the heart of successful biodynamic farming and gardening. Made from specially prepared natural ingredients\, their function is to optimise soil and plant health and vitality. \nYou can experience making some of the preparations at the following days\, taking place on biodynamic farms and gardens.  They offer hands-on experience to explore these unique remedies for the soil\, plants and compost and the benefits they can bring to your plot. \nAll welcome.   Click on the venue links for full details \nBiodynamic Preparation Making Days 2023 \n3rd – 5th October 2023\, Tablehurst Farm\, London Rd\, Forest Row RH18 5DP \n6th October 2023  10am – 3pm The Field\, Weleda\, Derbyshire \n  \n  URL:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/event/biodynamic-preparation-making-days-in-october-2023-the-heart-and-soul-of-biodynamics/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/000_0021.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230825T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230827T180000 DTSTAMP:20260604T060728 CREATED:20230802T082241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230802T094740Z UID:10000048-1692979200-1693159200@www.biodynamic.org.uk SUMMARY:Biodynamic Summer Gathering with Hans -Gunther Kern: 25th /26th/27th Aug 2023 Dorset DESCRIPTION:Venue:  Pilford Farm\, Pilford Lane\, Colehill\, Dorset BH21 7BD\nAll welcome \nJoin Hans – Gunther Kern for the annual Wholistic Living University Summer Event\nIncl: Talks\, Sharings\, Garden Walks\, Star Gazing / Bring the Biodynamic Planting Calender to life / Yoga / Cacao Ceremony and much more\nMeet like-minded people and make new friends. \nCost Sat / Sun – 2 full days at £25 per day\nCamping is available for 1 to 3 nights\nBring your own tent / camper at £10 pp per night or beautiful furnished bell tents are available at extra cost \nFor more details and to book call  Ali Mayes Tel: 07900 803317 URL:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/event/biodynamic-summer-gathering-with-hans-gunther-kern-25th-26th-27th-aug-dorset/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230726T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231011T153000 DTSTAMP:20260604T060728 CREATED:20230627T112715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T102738Z UID:10000036-1690365600-1697038200@www.biodynamic.org.uk SUMMARY:Biodynamic On Farm Events 2023 - Farming for health and a resilient food future DESCRIPTION:The biodynamic approach addresses the most pressing issues of our time: the health of the soil\, the production of nutritious food and the well-being and sustainability of people and planet\nTo explore this unique approach to organic farming and growing and find out how you can bring its benefits to your farm\, land and produce\,  why not come to one of our forthcoming events – by farmers\,  for farmers!   Biodynamics has been practised for nearly 100 years across the world and today continues to be a powerful force for healing the Earth \nThis special series of events offers farmers and growers (including wine growers and all interested in sustainable growing) the opportunity to visit a biodynamic farm\, see biodynamics in action and learn how it can regenerate soil\, combat climate change\, restore nature and biodiversity and produce quality food.  All welcome \nAll days run from 10 am to 3.30 pm and include refreshments and lunch\nTo book your place: click on the venue you wish to attend below for online tickets\nOr you can book over the phone 01453 759501 (Office hours 9-1 Mon to Fri) \nOCTOBER 2023\n\n18th October: Lauriston Farm\, Chase\, Goldhanger\, CM9 8AH \n  URL:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/event/farm-2023/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/cows.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR