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: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
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+0000
TZOFFSETTO:+0100
TZNAME:BST
DTSTART:20260329T010000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+0100
TZOFFSETTO:+0000
TZNAME:GMT
DTSTART:20261025T010000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:+0000
TZOFFSETTO:+0100
TZNAME:BST
DTSTART:20270328T010000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:+0100
TZOFFSETTO:+0000
TZNAME:GMT
DTSTART:20271031T010000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240801T142700
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260802T142700
DTSTAMP:20260604T201646
CREATED:20221130T133429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T111414Z
UID:10000007-1722522420-1785680820@www.biodynamic.org.uk
SUMMARY:Wholistic Living University Online Biodynamic Gardening Course & New Range of Practical Workshops on: Biodynamic Beekeeping\, Living Water\, and more
DESCRIPTION:A Seasonally Oriented Ecology of Biodynamic Practices\nThe existing and forthcoming programme hosted by Wholistic Living University (WHLU) is conceived as a seasonally orientated ecology of biodynamic practices\, with practical gardening and land-based work at its core. The primary emphasis lies in the biodynamic/wholistic approach to growing food\, enhancing biodiversity\, the restauration of soils\, building life-giving compost\, understanding plant rhythms\, developing clear observation skills\, and discovering the seasonal gesture\, supported by in-person practical experiences\, online learning\, masterclasses\, and the WHLU Calendar Club\, created to accompany those working consciously with the WHLU 2026 Grow your Own Health Calendar. \nAlongside this land-oriented core\, the programme is enriched through complementary strands including biodynamic beekeeping\, water phenomenology and flowform work\, observational and sensory schooling\, and embodied movement and formative arts. These offerings are developed with experienced practitioners and partner organisations\, allowing participants to encounter living processes\, soil\, plants\, water\, bees\, form\, and movement through a multi-disciplinary approach to develop coherent perspectives. Together\, these strands support the cultivation of perceptive\, responsible\, and future-oriented biodynamic/wholistic practices. \nWhat’s on offer in 2026  \nGrow your own Health (GYOH) Online Courses\, MasterClasses & Monthly Live Introductions Hosted by Hans-Gūnther Kern\nStructured online learning and live seasonal sessions providing foundational understanding of biodynamic principles and ecological thinking with guided practices to apply at home or in community settings\, for beginners\, intermediate and advanced learners.  For all details\, visit: www.whlu.org/courses \nGrow Your Own Health (GYOH) – Practical Biodynamic Gardening Workshops Hosted by Hans-Gūnther Kern Hands-on\, seasonal workshops introducing biodynamic gardening practices\, working with soil\, compost\, plants\, observation\, and the rhythms of the year to cultivate resilient gardens that nourish both land and human health (Dates and places to be announced). \nWholistic Living University (WHLU) Online Calendar Club (with GYOH) Hosted by Hans-Gūnther Kern\nA shared learning space supporting gardeners and practitioners working consciously with the WHLU Biodynamic Calendar\, offering seasonal orientation\, reflection and practical guidance across the year – for full details and how to book your place\, click here \nWater Phenomenology & Flowform Work  Hosted by Ebb & Flow Ltd\, Foundation for Water; Simon Charter and Matt Thornton\nLectures and practical workshops exploring the true nature of water through observation\, rhythm\, movement\, and form\, supporting biodynamic agriculture\, landscaping and ecological understanding (Dates to be announced). \nBiodynamic Beekeeping\, Practical Hive Work & Masterclasses  Hosted by Scott Thompson at Paradise Gardens\, London\, SW18 3HU\nPractical workshops\, online theory sessions\, and seasonal hive days exploring the honeybee as a keystone being within Earth and Cosmic Ecology\, including selection\, genetics\, and future-oriented stewardship (Dates to be announced). \nObservation & Sensory Schooling  The Healing Garden\, hosted by Kirsten Hartvig\, Joshua Bartel and Hans-Günther Kern (Dates to be announced).\nCultivating refined perception and sensitivity through seasonal attentive observation of living processes in plants\, landscapes\, and water \nEmbodied Movement & Formative Arts\nExplore Life Forces in Nature Course Leaders: Eurythmy Therapy (Katherine Beaven)\, Art Therapy (Johanna Berger)  23rd May 2026 \nAn integrative experience of getting closer to your inner and outer nature\, breathing together through embodied movement and artistic expression\nVenue: Peredur\, Centre of the Arts\, Sussex \nExperience the Qualities of the Pentagram – Gesture of Venus Course Leaders: Eurythmy Therapy (Katherine Beaven)\, Sacred Geometry (Saba Kafil) 4th July 2026  An exploration of the qualities the gesture of Venus\, the number 5 and its form giving impulse in the Rose family through eurythmy and sacred geometry sou.\nVenue:  Peredur\, Centre of the Arts\, Sussex \nIntegrate Your Diverse Soul Experiences  Course Leaders: Sculpting (Maria Albiez)\, Bothmer Therapy (Ionela Hanganu)  Date to be announced \nAn immersion through playful and sacred movement\, working with clay and forming a living expression of beauty and living proportions. An experience to feel deeply the expressions of living processes and pathways for cultivating full expression of our soul\, the integration and  balancing of our different centres of consciousness\nVenue: Hoathly Hill Community\, Sussex \nSeasonal Living: Festivals\, Feasts & the Arc of the Year (Dates to be announced)\nWorkshops\, gatherings and practices aligned with key seasonal festival thresholds: Advent to Holy Nights\, Lent to Easter\, through to Whitsun\, St John’s to Michaelmas\, alongside various seasonal feasts of the Saints and Heavenly Hosts in support of cultural renewal and communal rhythm.
URL:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/event/gyoh-online-bd-gardening-course/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/bio-pic-2.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250401T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250930T160000
DTSTAMP:20260604T201647
CREATED:20230224T103019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T112652Z
UID:10000013-1743505200-1759248000@www.biodynamic.org.uk
SUMMARY:Biodynamic and related Events & Courses at Waltham Place\, Berkshire 2025
DESCRIPTION:Waltham Place – Biodynamic by nature\nWith Courses\, Walks and Special Interest Events running throughout the year there are plenty of opportunities to join us here at Waltham Place. Whether you wish to take a walk around the gardens\, experience the seasonal highlights\, learn about the wildlife or master a new skill\, we will be happy to welcome you.  To view all events\, visit  What’s on at Waltham Place \nSeasonal Biodynamic Events 2025\nApril\n11th April 2025  – A Strong Start in the Kitchen Garden  11am – 1pm  £15  \nJoin Market Gardener Harry for a guided springtime walk of the Kitchen Garden. With hints and tips on the many ways we develop plant health and resilience\, and on how to lay the foundations of a productive growing year. Topics covered will include: successful sowing practices\, using natural sources of fertility\, the benefits of making compost teas\, plant protection in spring\, soil preparation\, and biodynamic practices for promoting vitality. To include a glass of organic cordial.\nTo Book: https://www.walthamplace.com/product/a-strong-start-in-the-kitchen-garden \n25th April 2025 –  Springtime Secrets for a Thriving Garden 11am – 1pm £15\nDiscover the art of natural resilience on a guided springtime walk through the ornamental gardens at Waltham Place.\nLearn expert hints and tips to cultivate plant health\, boost vitality\, and lay the groundwork for a productive growing year.\nTopics will include: Successful sowing practices for healthy seedlings  –  Harnessing natural sources of fertility – Protecting your plants in spring -Soil preparation for optimal growth – Biodynamic practices to promote vitality and harmony.  To include a glass of organic cordial.\nTo Book: https://www.walthamplace.com/product/springtime-secrets-for-a-thriving-garden \nJULY\n5th July 2025 – Raw Milk Day 10am  – 4pm  £55 to include refreshments\nAn experiential day exploring the role of livestock in biodynamic farms\, with an emphasis on our cattle and raw milk micro dairy. Much more than providers of fertility\, livestock shape the environment and the rhythm of the farm. Join the team for a milking session and get to know the herd through observation and anecdotes from the working day. We will also explore our reasons for opting to run a raw milk micro dairy and the nutritional benefits of raw milk.  This event includes refreshments. Please bring a packed lunch and dress for the weather.\nTo Book: https://www.walthamplace.com/product/springtime-secrets-for-a-thriving-garden \n19th July  2025 – Biodynamic Plant Propagation Day at Waltham Place 10am  – 4pm £55 to include refreshments\nJoin us for a hands-on workshop dedicated to the art of plant propagation\, hosted by the ornamental team at Waltham Place. Discover the practice of raising plants in harmony with biodynamic and naturalistic principles.This experiential day will guide you through a variety of propagation techniques\, including: Techniques for splitting and dividing plants. -Techniques for taking cuttings -Sowing seeds and nurturing seedlings -Practical tips for sustainable and natural plant care -Understanding and working with the biodynamic planting calendar.\nWhether you’re a beginner or an experienced gardener\, this workshop offers valuable insights into how to foster healthy and thriving plants. Refreshments are included in the day. Please bring a packed lunch and dress for the weather. At the end of the day we will give you a couple of samples of your work to take home with you.\nTo Book: https://www.walthamplace.com/product/biodynamic-plant-propagation-day-at-waltham-place \nSEPTEMBER\n20th September 2025 – Seed Saving  10am  – 4pm £55 to include refreshments\nSeeds are one of the key issues for food sovereignty and climate change mitigation. In a time when diversity and quality are declining\, it is imperative to reconnect once again with the practice of harvesting seeds that are tolerant and adapted to the changing climate.  Join estate manager\, André Tranquilini\, biodynamic farmer and gardener\, founding member of the Living Seeds\, organic and biodynamic seed company\, for this step-by-step workshop to help you to obtain the best quality seed from your gardens. Learn how to select\, harvest\, dry\, clean and store your seeds for maximum effect. Refreshments are included in the day. Please bring a packed lunch and dress for the weather.\nTo Book: https://www.walthamplace.com/product/seed-saving-2 \n 
URL:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/event/biodynamic-events-and-courses-at-waltham-place-berkshire-2025/
CATEGORIES:100 Years Anniversary
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Kitchen-Garden-Diversity-island-Waltham-Place-2022--scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250812T094500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260711T150000
DTSTAMP:20260604T201647
CREATED:20230313T121532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T092833Z
UID:10000018-1754991900-1783782000@www.biodynamic.org.uk
SUMMARY:Step by Step Introduction to Biodynamic Gardening Workshops\, Feb - July 2026 at venues across the UK
DESCRIPTION:Discover the art and science of growing in harmony with nature with our Step-by-Step Biodynamic Gardening Courses 2026 \nGrow Your Own is becoming increasingly popular; there is growing recognition\, too\, that being outdoors\, and getting in touch with Nature is hugely beneficial and brings many positive health and well-being rewards. Now you can experience both\, plus the power and vitality of biodynamic gardening\, and discover its benefits for yourself. \nComprising of 6 x 1-day sessions from Feb to July 2026 this course is a great way to learn about all the biodynamic principles and practices and enable you to put them into action in your garden\, community garden or allotment. \nThe total cost for the course (six sessions\, including a simple lunch) is £180\, which is exceptional value\, working out at just £30 per day\, including lunch. Places are limited\, so we advise booking early!\n\nONLINE BOOKING IS NOW LIVE!   scroll down the page to find the ticket for the venue of your choice\nYou can also book over the phone Tel 01453 759501  (office hours 9-1 Mon to Fri) or email us at office@biodynamic.org.uk\n \nThe courses take place at Ruskin Mill Trust biodynamic gardens and are run by experienced biodynamic gardeners.\nFor more information about Ruskin Mill Trust  visit  http://www.rmt.org \nWhat course participants have said:\n“  I would like to say how much I enjoyed the inspirational step-by-step course. Although I have had an allotment for several years and have always aimed to grow organically\, this course has opened my eyes to so much more. My only regret is that I had not discovered the biodynamic way a lot earlier”\n“ One of my greatest joys now is coming back from a Step by Step day and putting into practice some of the many strategies that I am learning. . I am forming a noticeably different relationship with the plot and with the growing process\, which I find truly wonderful” \nCourse Locations & Dates  –  All sessions run from  09.45 am -15.00 pm\nClick on the venue name for more info and directions \nDevon: Whites Farm\, Whites Farm Education Trust\, Buckfastleigh\, Devon TQ11 0L\nSession Dates for 2026  14th Feb\, 14th March\, 11th April\, 9th May\,  13th June\,  20th June\, 11th July\nNB this venue comprises 7 sessions\, the cost is £210 and please contact Alasdair: info@whitesfarm-edtrust.com  directly to book your place \nNEW VENUE!  Just added \nCumbria: Gaydon Cottage\, Low Fellside\, Sizergh\, Cumbria LA8 8DY\nSession dates 2026:  NB these sessions take place on Sunday:  22nd Feb\, 29th March\, 19th April\, 31st May\, 21st June\, 26th July \nEyam Edge Farm\, Peak District National Park\, Derbyshire S32 5QT\nSession dates 2026: 14th Feb\, 14th Mar\, 25th Apr\, 16th May\, 13th June\, 11th July \nNorth East England  Clervaux Garden School\, Jolby Lane\, Croft-on-Tees DL2 2TF\nSession dates 2026: 14th Feb\, 14th Mar\, 25th Apr\, 16th May\, 13th June\, 11th July  \nWest Wales:  Coleg Plas Dwbl\, Mynachlog-ddu\,\, Clynderwen SA66 7SE\nSession dates 2026: 7th Feb\, 7th Mar\, 18th Apr\, 9th May\, 6th June\, 4th July\n \nGloucestershire:  Upper Grange\, Lovedays Mead\, Stroud GL5 1XB \nSession dates 2026: 28th Feb\, 21st Mar\, 18th Apr\, 9th May\, 13th June\, 11th July \nGrace Garden School\, Canford Ln\, Bristol BS9 3PE\nSession dates 2026: 28th Feb\, 21st Mar\, 18th Apr\, 16th May\, 13th June\, 4th July \nNEW VENUE:  Emerson College\, Forest Row\, East Sussex\, RH18 5JX\nSession dates 2026:  28th Feb\, 21st Mar\, 18th Apr\, 16th May\, 13th June\, 11th July\n \nProgramme Outline  – Full Programme (PDF) \nSession 1 –  Seed connects with soil\nSession 2 –   Planning our garden\nSession 3  –  The plant between the sun and earth\nSession 4 –   The biodynamic preparations\nSession 5  –   Tending the garden\nSession 6  –   The garden as an organism
URL:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/event/step-by-step-bd-gardening-2026/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/CROPPED-radish-in-hand--scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251004T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251004T170000
DTSTAMP:20260604T201647
CREATED:20250910T103729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T104233Z
UID:10000126-1759564800-1759597200@www.biodynamic.org.uk
SUMMARY:Biodynamic Land Trust AGM & Family of Farms Day Events  - 4th October 2025\, Devon
DESCRIPTION:Venue: At The Apricot Centre\, Huxhams Cross Farm\, Rattery Lane\, Dartington TQ9 6AA\nTimings:  9.30am – 4.30pm   AGM Meeting starts at 1.30pm\nBooking:  To attend the event in person at The Apricot Centre\, you are required to book in advance. Please book\nthrough Eventbrite using the following Link:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/biodynamic-land-trust-family-of-farms-day-agm-tickets1358475339309?aff=oddtdtcreator\nIf you are unable to Register via Eventbrite you can Register by phone: contact Amber Lawes-Johnson on\n07754 753128.\nCost: Tickets are priced at £15 which includes lunch and refreshments.\nAttendance at the AGM (1.30pm) by members is free of charge. The day will be in person only and there will not be a virtual option. \nTimetable for the Day\nMembers and supporters are invited to arrive between 9.30 and 10.00 when coffee and tea etc will be  provided.\nStarting the programme at 10.00 with introductions we will again be hosting our Family of Farms Event.\nThis year we will focus on the financial challenges faced by our farms\, looking at possible solutions and how we as the Trust\, its farms\, members and supporters\, might support our farms. \nBreaking for lunch and conversation at 12.15 we will reconvene for the formal AGM at 1.30pm. As the final item of the Agenda we will introduce our draft proposals for our strategy for the next five years\, Strategy 2026-30. We welcome feedback from member shareholders. At 3.15 following the AGM we will be guided on a farm walk through Huxhams Cross Farm\, finishing\naround 4.30. \nA Family of Farms Event\nThe Family of Farms event will be an exciting collaborative\, sharing and learning process. The day will be structured around a series of presentations from our Family of Farms. The theme this year will be exploring ‘Funding for Agroecological Farms’ and the different funds available across local and national government to support farm viability. \nThis session aims to deepen the ongoing conversation around multi-enterprise strategies\, farm diversification\, and succession planning by exploring how government grants and funding streams can support farm viability. We’ll also examine how funding can enable greater social engagement through educational activities and community connection. Through farm case studies\, peer-to-peer sharing\, and expert input\, we’ll explore what funding opportunities are available\, how to apply\, what’s worked well\, what hasn’t\, and where to seek guidance and support. \nThis is a dynamic\, collaborative process within our Family of Farms and with the opportunity throughout the workshop for participation from all present to take a deep dive into on-farm challenges across a range of diverse farms in the UK. \nOpen to all – join us for this dynamic\, collaborative process within our Family of Farms and have the opportunity to ask questions and discuss challenges in a changing climate\, understand more of what our farms are facing and how they are meeting these challenges in different ways \nThe Annual General Meeting\nAt the AGM our Directors will present reports of activities and finances to shareholders\, including information about the organisation’s developments\, strategy\, achievements and future prospects. The AGM is also open to non-members and will start at 1.30pm (with coffee and tea available in advance from 1.15). The indoor aspects of both the AGM and the Family of Farms Workshop will take place as an inperson event. \nThe Trust Strategy for 2026 to 2030\nIt is time for the Trust to implement its next 5 year strategy. We would like to give members an opportunity to review and influence the strategic proposals ahead of their implementation in 2026. The Strategy 2026-30 will be presented as the final item of the AGM and we would encourage members to have a look at this in advance and a copy can be found on the Trust’s website at the following link: https://biodynamiclandtrust.org.uk/what-we-do/business-plan/bdlt-strategy-2026-final/ \nThe Farm Walk\nFollowing the AGM and Family of Farms workshop\, we will take a guided walk around Huxhams Cross\nFarm. This will be an opportunity to explore the multiple enterprises on site\, including the agroforestry\, mixed low-input livestock systems\, market garden\, and more – and of course ask the big questions and take inspiration into your own communities of practice.
URL:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/event/biodynamic-land-trust-agm-family-of-farms-day-events-4th-october-2025-devon/
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.biodynamic.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Huxhams-BD-course-pic.jpg
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR