Courses and Events
At Grow, we believe in the power of nature to support wellbeing, learning, and belonging. Every session we run — whether for children, families, or professionals — is rooted in respect for both the individual and the natural environment. We value each person for who they are and what they bring.
Whether you're looking to book a nature-based session, train as a Forest School Leader, or commission a bespoke programme through your organisation or service, you're in the right place. Just scroll down to find what you need — or jump straight to the section that suits you:
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Join a Session – for children, families or adults
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Train as a Forest School Leader – Level 3 accredited course
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Commission a Programme – for schools, services and organisations
Book A Session
We run a variety of nature-based workshops and programmes open to the public — including sessions for children, families, and adults. These take place in parks, woodlands, and other community spaces.
Below are our current bookable events. Click through for full details and to reserve your place.
More events coming soon — check back regularly or follow us on social media to stay up to date.
Bentinck Street Community Garden
Thanks to incredible community support and a generous donation from Liverpool City Region, we’ surpassed our crowdfunding target and since our fundraising campaign, together with the local community we have transformed the Bentinck Street site into a vibrant, sustainable, biodiversity-rich community garden.
As part of ongoing life of the Garden, we are running a series of free workshops and gardening sessions, open to all.
Whether you're looking to learn new skills, meet people, or just enjoy time in nature, there's something here for you.
Check out the events listed below, and book on as many as you like!
(Note Age restrictions may apply — see details below.)
Current Events
Bentinck Street Garden Kids Club
Saturdays 10am-12pm 04 Oct - 20 Dec
12 Free Saturday morning sessions at Bentinck Street Community Garden for ages 5–14.
Hands-on making, exploring, optional gardening and hanging out in a beautiful place with friends, led by our qualified team. Places are free. You are welcome to book on all sessions, a single session, or as many as you would like. However, all session bookings need to be made individually at the moment. Click on the booking button below and you will be guided through making your bookings.
Bentinck Street Gardening Volunteers Club
Saturdays 9am-11am Ongoing
Regular Volunteer Sessions at the Garden
We have regular volunteer sessions at the Bentinck Street Community Garden each Saturday from 9-11am.
If you would like to become a regular volunteer, please complete the sign up form below.
Outdoor Cooking
Every Wednesday, 10am - 1pm
15 outdoor cooking sessions that run every Wednesday morning. starting on November 26.
Participants will learn practical outdoor cookery skills using fresh, seasonal and surplus ingredients, preparing warm meals together in a supportive community setting.
Each session combines simple hands-on cooking with shared food, gentle social connection and opportunities to build confidence, reduce food costs and increase self-sufficiency through the winter months.
Sessions are led by our qualified, experienced team with Kate at the helm. We model ways to keep warm during the sessions, using movement, and a fire.
📅 When: Wednesdays, 10am–1pm, November 24 - March 18
💚 Cost: Free of charge
👥 How to book: Just click on the green 'Learn more/Book button, below.
Session dates are November 26, December 03, 10, 17, January 07, 14, 21, 28, February 04, 11, 18, 25, March 04, 11, 18.
Growing A Community Garden
Every Thursday, 1 - 3pm
15 outdoor cooking sessions that run every Thursday afternoon, starting on November 27.
Weekly Thursday afternoon sessions where participants are invited to spend time outdoors learning how to care for a community garden through the winter season.
Participants will gain practical skills in food growing, soil care, composting and simple tool use while contributing to the Bentinck Street Community Garden, which is theirs to use on an ongoing basis.
They will build confidence and make local connections with a hsared purpose.
Join us for relaxed, hands-on gardening in a calm community setting where everyone can learn at their own pace and enjoy the benefits of being outdoors together.
Adults of all ages and stories are welcome. Free sessions, booking required.
🕔 Thursdays, 1 to 3 pm
📍 Bentinck Street Community Garden, at the end of Hilton Close, Birkenhead CH41 4NA
💚 For adults living locally who would enjoy gentle outdoor activity, learning new skills, meeting others and becoming part of a growing community space.
Youth In Nature Program for 11-18yr olds
Youth in Nature is an exciting, free outdoor group for 11-18 year olds, running fortnightly on Saturday mornings 10:00-12:00 at Bidston Hill.
Get hands-on with fire lighting, shelter building, tool use, nature ID, and creative projects, while also making a difference through community gardening, climate action, and leadership opportunities.
Each session is packed with adventure, discovery, and the chance to connect with nature and new friends.
Spaces are limited to 12 per session.
The sessions run fortnightly (with a breaks for school holidays) and you can book one at a time.
These session are free of charge and funded by the National Lottery.
Click for details and booking.
