Join us for a gentle late summer forage walk through Sunnyhurst Woods . We’ll explore what is growing

Join us for a gentle Late Summer Forage Walk through Sunnyhurst Woods, Darwen, with Pete Compo from Pendle Plant Craft.

This event is part of Thriving with the Seasons, our Heritage funded project reconnecting people with seasonal living, local plant wisdom, food, remedies, stories and the old skills that would once have been passed down through families and communities.

Late summer is a lovely time to notice the shift in the season. The woods begin to show us berries, seeds, late flowers, leaves and plants that have traditionally been used in different ways. Pete will guide us safely through the woodland, helping us identify what is growing, how plants have been used historically, and how to forage respectfully.

These walks are not about knowing everything. They are about getting curious.

You can walk through a park or woodland and think there is not much there, then someone like Pete starts pointing things out and suddenly you realise you have probably walked past food, medicine and old plant wisdom hundreds of times without even knowing.

No previous knowledge is needed. This is a relaxed, friendly community event suitable for all ages.

What to expect

A gentle guided walk through Sunnyhurst Woods

Plant identification and seasonal foraging knowledge

Traditional plant uses and local heritage

A chance to connect with nature, others and the season

A friendly, welcoming group atmosphere

Event details

Date: Sunday 6 September 2026

Time: 1pm to 3pm

Location: Sunnyhurst Woods, Darwen

Meeting point: The kiosk

Facilitator: Pete Compo, Pendle Plant Craft

Suitable for: All ages

Please note

Please wear suitable shoes and clothing for woodland paths and whatever the weather is doing on the day.

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Foraging should always be done safely and respectfully. Pete will guide the learning on the day, and we ask everyone to respect the woodland and only take guidance from the walk leader.

This event is part of Thriving with the Seasons, made possible with support from the Heritage Fund.

Description supplied by the event organiser.