Moses Gate Spring Forage

Spring has sprung and excitement is in the air! Come for a walk and learn about edible plants and we'll see what mushrooms we can find. There's a good chance of St Georges mushrooms and with this incredibly wet winter finally drying up there has been a good few unseasonable fungi species popping up. Fingers crossed!

Moses Gate Country Park is a superb location for springtime foraging with lots of edible plants and herbs.

The route will take us around the park and woods where you’ll learn to confidently identify some common edibles, understand the ecological roles of plants and fungi in woodland systems, and talk through key features for identification.

I will also introduce you to some ideas from Embodied Foraging — a sensory approach to nature connection that invites you to notice how we move through the woods, what draws our attention, and how we build a relationship with place through more than just facts and species lists.

Research into Foraging:
This walk is part of my research into foraging and will be exploring themes of nature connection. As such, this is a free event. All details of participation will be provided once you register your interest. Thank you for your contribution to this :D

Lets go foraging :D

Practical Info:

There is parking nearby. Public transport is easy, there are regular trains and buses between Bolton and the Manchester and some of them stop at Farnworth which is a 5 minute walk away. If you have any transport questions or issues please get in touch.

Meet at 10.00am at Farnworth Cemetery car park.

This is a relaxed, slow-paced walk, covering around one to two miles depending on detours and discoveries. Some of the paths are uneven, and if it’s wet, the ground can be muddy or slippery in places. Please wear sturdy footwear and bring waterproofs.

• Boots or wellies
• Waterproof clothing
• Any refreshments you need
• Foraging basket or field bag (optional)
• Knife & ID books if you have them
• Staff or walking stick (optional)
• Notebook for your observations

No need to print your ticket — I’ll have your name on the list.

Refunds: N/A, this is a free event.

Email contact: Please make sure that the email you have for your eventbrite account is the one you use regularly as this will be my main communication method with you. If you prefer a different method of contact, please message me on 07984 123891.

This walk offers a peaceful and varied woodland setting to build your foraging confidence, deepen your understanding of fungi, and enjoy an autumn day outdoors. All levels welcome — no prior experience needed.

Looking forward to sharing the trail with you!

Col,

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