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Forage and Cookery
Intro to Foraging
july
Event Details
Join a Totally Wild UK professional forager to learn the art of foraging and to discover the vast range of wild edibles lying all around us before enjoying
Event Details
Join a Totally Wild UK professional forager to learn the art of foraging and to discover the vast range of wild edibles lying all around us before enjoying a delicious wild food meal.
WHAT TO EXPECT
To begin, we will go through the basics of foraging, how Totally Wild got started and some of the best practices we’ve found along the way.
We will then head out on our walk to discover what exciting wild foods are growing nearby from flowers to fruits, fungi, seaweeds & tubers – there’s plenty to find. We run our courses throughout the year so you can experience the changing habitats and plants through the different seasons.
During the foraging event, your professional forager will introduce you to a vast number of edible species; giving you tips on harvesting, correct identification and possible look-alikes as well as a huge range of cooking ideas.
You will have an opportunity to taste a range of pre-made wild food tasters from syrups, flavoured salts and alcohol infusions.
AFTER OUR FORAGING WALK
We’ll cook up a 3-course lunch utilising wild and foraged ingredients.
In the past we’ve created:
- Wild risotto
- Wild noodle salad
- Wild beans and dips
- Dandelion root coffee pancakes with birch syrup
- Elderflower cheesecake
- Wild eton mess
- Tapenades & pates
These dishes might change with seasonal availability but will always be deliciously wild.
Most of our food is vegan friendly, but if you need something specific please let us know should you have any other dietary requirements (there’s space for this information during the checkout process). Our chefs are well versed in cooking for specific dietary requirements.
FOLLOWING THE EVENT
You’ll be sent an email detailing everything you found on the day, along with some tips on harvesting and how to use wild food in everyday life.
WHAT TO BRING
Ultimately bring along anything you feel necessary for a day outdoors. We will be outside for the majority of the course during rain or shine. We do advise the following items:
- Suitable clothing for the predicted weather (an umbrella if it’s predicted rain)
- Sturdy footwear. Walking boots are highly recommended.
- A drink – some wild flavours may be strong and water is always advised for a days foraging
- Snacks should you feel the need for them during the foraging walk. Lunch is usually served around 3pm. There is a snack midway on the walk provided.
- A pad or paper should you wish to take notes
- A blanket or chair for the meal. We usually have a covered seating area at our venues, but sometimes these aren’t available and the ground or logs are the next best thing!
EXTRA BITS
Children are welcome on our courses, children under the age of 12 are free to attend. 1 child per paying adult. Please make sure to add a note to your order or message us directly to let us know if you are bringing a child. There are some venues which do not allow children so please check with us first.
Well behaved dogs are welcome at some of our venues. Please message us if you have any questions.
Different ingredients can be found through the changing seasons and vary from season to season and venue to venue, this is the joy of foraging and eating truly seasonal ingredients 🙂
Our foraging events take place outdoors giving you a true outdoor experience, this means they will be taking place in rain or shine. Please bring appropriate clothing and shoes for the predicted weather conditions.
Finalised course details are sent out on the Monday before the event to the email address used during the booking process. This email will include:
- Finalised and specific meeting location and details
- An introduction to your forager for the day
If you have not received this email on the Monday before the event please contact us. On the odd occassion our emails can fall into your junk folder so please check there first.
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Ticket Section Title
foraging Scotland

Foraging haul
1 ticket per forager please :)
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 - 16:00
Location
Leadburn Community Wood
Event Details
Join a Totally Wild UK professional forager to learn the art of foraging and to discover the vast range of wild edibles lying all around us before enjoying
Event Details
Join a Totally Wild UK professional forager to learn the art of foraging and to discover the vast range of wild edibles lying all around us before enjoying a delicious wild food meal.
WHAT TO EXPECT
To begin, we will go through the basics of foraging, how Totally Wild got started and some of the best practices we’ve found along the way.
We will then head out on our walk to discover what exciting wild foods are growing nearby from flowers to fruits, fungi, seaweeds & tubers – there’s plenty to find. We run our courses throughout the year so you can experience the changing habitats and plants through the different seasons.
During the foraging event, your professional forager will introduce you to a vast number of edible species; giving you tips on harvesting, correct identification and possible look-alikes as well as a huge range of cooking ideas.
You will have an opportunity to taste a range of pre-made wild food tasters from syrups, flavoured salts and alcohol infusions.
AFTER OUR FORAGING WALK
We’ll cook up a 3-course lunch utilising wild and foraged ingredients.
In the past we’ve created:
- Wild risotto
- Wild noodle salad
- Wild beans and dips
- Dandelion root coffee pancakes with birch syrup
- Elderflower cheesecake
- Wild eton mess
- Tapenades & pates
These dishes might change with seasonal availability but will always be deliciously wild.
Most of our food is vegan friendly, but if you need something specific please let us know should you have any other dietary requirements (there’s space for this information during the checkout process). Our chefs are well versed in cooking for specific dietary requirements.
FOLLOWING THE EVENT
You’ll be sent an email detailing everything you found on the day, along with some tips on harvesting and how to use wild food in everyday life.
WHAT TO BRING
Ultimately bring along anything you feel necessary for a day outdoors. We will be outside for the majority of the course during rain or shine. We do advise the following items:
- Suitable clothing for the predicted weather (an umbrella if it’s predicted rain)
- Sturdy footwear. Walking boots are highly recommended.
- A drink – some wild flavours may be strong and water is always advised for a days foraging
- Snacks should you feel the need for them during the foraging walk. Lunch is usually served around 3pm. There is a snack midway on the walk provided.
- A pad or paper should you wish to take notes
- A blanket or chair for the meal. We usually have a covered seating area at our venues, but sometimes these aren’t available and the ground or logs are the next best thing!
EXTRA BITS
Children are welcome on our courses, children under the age of 12 are free to attend. 1 child per paying adult. Please make sure to add a note to your order or message us directly to let us know if you are bringing a child. There are some venues which do not allow children so please check with us first.
Well behaved dogs are welcome at some of our venues. Please message us if you have any questions.
Different ingredients can be found through the changing seasons and vary from season to season and venue to venue, this is the joy of foraging and eating truly seasonal ingredients 🙂
Our foraging events take place outdoors giving you a true outdoor experience, this means they will be taking place in rain or shine. Please bring appropriate clothing and shoes for the predicted weather conditions.
Finalised course details are sent out on the Monday before the event to the email address used during the booking process. This email will include:
- Finalised and specific meeting location and details
- An introduction to your forager for the day
If you have not received this email on the Monday before the event please contact us. On the odd occassion our emails can fall into your junk folder so please check there first.
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Ticket Section Title
foraging scotland

A days foraging
1 ticket per forager
Time
(Sunday) 10:00 - 16:00
Location
Leadburn Community Wood
Event Details
Join a Totally Wild UK professional forager to learn the art of foraging and to discover the vast range of wild edibles lying all around us before enjoying
Event Details
Join a Totally Wild UK professional forager to learn the art of foraging and to discover the vast range of wild edibles lying all around us before enjoying a delicious wild food meal.
WHAT TO EXPECT
To begin, we will go through the basics of foraging, how Totally Wild got started and some of the best practices we’ve found along the way.
We will then head out on our walk to discover what exciting wild foods are growing nearby from flowers to fruits, fungi, seaweeds & tubers – there’s plenty to find. We run our courses throughout the year so you can experience the changing habitats and plants through the different seasons.
During the foraging event, your professional forager will introduce you to a vast number of edible species; giving you tips on harvesting, correct identification and possible look-alikes as well as a huge range of cooking ideas.
You will have an opportunity to taste a range of pre-made wild food tasters from syrups, flavoured salts and alcohol infusions.
AFTER OUR FORAGING WALK
We’ll cook up a 3-course lunch utilising wild and foraged ingredients.
In the past we’ve created:
- Wild risotto
- Wild noodle salad
- Wild beans and dips
- Dandelion root coffee pancakes with birch syrup
- Elderflower cheesecake
- Wild eton mess
- Tapenades & pates
These dishes might change with seasonal availability but will always be deliciously wild.
Most of our food is vegan friendly, but if you need something specific please let us know should you have any other dietary requirements (there’s space for this information during the checkout process). Our chefs are well versed in cooking for specific dietary requirements.
FOLLOWING THE EVENT
You’ll be sent an email detailing everything you found on the day, along with some tips on harvesting and how to use wild food in everyday life.
WHAT TO BRING
Ultimately bring along anything you feel necessary for a day outdoors. We will be outside for the majority of the course during rain or shine. We do advise the following items:
- Suitable clothing for the predicted weather (an umbrella if it’s predicted rain)
- Sturdy footwear. Walking boots are highly recommended.
- A drink – some wild flavours may be strong and water is always advised for a days foraging
- Snacks should you feel the need for them during the foraging walk. Lunch is usually served around 3pm. There is a snack midway on the walk provided.
- A pad or paper should you wish to take notes
- A blanket or chair for the meal. We usually have a covered seating area at our venues, but sometimes these aren’t available and the ground or logs are the next best thing!
EXTRA BITS
Children are welcome on our courses, children under the age of 12 are free to attend. 1 child per paying adult. Please make sure to add a note to your order or message us directly to let us know if you are bringing a child. There are some venues which do not allow children so please check with us first.
Well behaved dogs are welcome at some of our venues. Please message us if you have any questions.
Different ingredients can be found through the changing seasons and vary from season to season and venue to venue, this is the joy of foraging and eating truly seasonal ingredients 🙂
Our foraging events take place outdoors giving you a true outdoor experience, this means they will be taking place in rain or shine. Please bring appropriate clothing and shoes for the predicted weather conditions.
Finalised course details are sent out on the Monday before the event to the email address used during the booking process. This email will include:
- Finalised and specific meeting location and details
- An introduction to your forager for the day
If you have not received this email on the Monday before the event please contact us. On the odd occassion our emails can fall into your junk folder so please check there first.
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Ticket Section Title
foraging scotland

Velvet Shanks
1 Ticket Per Forager :)
Time
(Sunday) 10:00 - 16:00
Location
Leadburn Community Wood
august
Event Details
Join a Totally Wild UK professional forager to learn the art of foraging and to discover the vast range of wild edibles lying all around us before enjoying
Event Details
Join a Totally Wild UK professional forager to learn the art of foraging and to discover the vast range of wild edibles lying all around us before enjoying a delicious wild food meal.
WHAT TO EXPECT
To begin, we will go through the basics of foraging, how Totally Wild got started and some of the best practices we’ve found along the way.
We will then head out on our walk to discover what exciting wild foods are growing nearby from flowers to fruits, fungi, seaweeds & tubers – there’s plenty to find. We run our courses throughout the year so you can experience the changing habitats and plants through the different seasons.
During the foraging event, your professional forager will introduce you to a vast number of edible species; giving you tips on harvesting, correct identification and possible look-alikes as well as a huge range of cooking ideas.
You will have an opportunity to taste a range of pre-made wild food tasters from syrups, flavoured salts and alcohol infusions.
AFTER OUR FORAGING WALK
We’ll cook up a 3-course lunch utilising wild and foraged ingredients.
In the past we’ve created:
- Wild risotto
- Wild noodle salad
- Wild beans and dips
- Dandelion root coffee pancakes with birch syrup
- Elderflower cheesecake
- Wild eton mess
- Tapenades & pates
These dishes might change with seasonal availability but will always be deliciously wild.
Most of our food is vegan friendly, but if you need something specific please let us know should you have any other dietary requirements (there’s space for this information during the checkout process). Our chefs are well versed in cooking for specific dietary requirements.
FOLLOWING THE EVENT
You’ll be sent an email detailing everything you found on the day, along with some tips on harvesting and uses.
ABOUT THE VENUE
Leadburn Community Woodland is a lovely 23 acre site featuring wetlands, a peat bog, and mixed woodland. The site was purchased by The Friends of Leadburn Community Woodland in 2007. Since then the group have been rewilding the former Forestry And Land Scotland controlled area, work which has included clearing introduced species and allowing the return of a natural peat bog. They have also planted Hawthorn, Birch, Blackthorn, Oak, Rowan, Common Alder and Aspen.
Historically, the Peebles Railway ran through this site, and the main paths follow the old track of the rail line.
All well behaved dogs are allowed at this location on leashes.
Children are welcome at this location, children under the age of 12 are free to attend. 1 child per paying adult. Please make sure to add a note to your order or message us directly to let us know if you are bringing a child.
Please note that Leadburn Community Woodland does not have any toilet facilities.
WHAT TO BRING
Ultimately bring along anything you feel necessary for a day outdoors. We will be outside for the majority of the course during rain or shine. We do advise the following items:
- Suitable clothing for the predicted weather (an umbrella if it’s predicted rain)
- Sturdy footwear
- A drink – some wild flavours may be strong and water is always advised for a days foraging
- Snacks should you feel the need for them during the foraging walk
- A pad or paper should you wish to take notes
- A blanket or chair for the meal. We usually have a covered seating area at our venues, but sometimes these aren’t available and the ground or logs are the next best thing!
EXTRA BITS
Different ingredients can be found through the changing seasons and vary from season to season and venue to venue, this is the joy of foraging and eating truly seasonal ingredients 🙂
Our foraging events take place outdoors giving you a true outdoor experience, this means they will be taking place in rain or shine. Please bring appropriate clothing and shoes for the predicted weather conditions.
Finalised course details are sent out on the Monday before the event to the email address used during the booking process. This email will include:
- Finalised and specific meeting location and details
- An introduction to your forager for the day
If you have not received this email on the Monday before the event please contact us. On the odd occasion our email can fall into your junk folder so please check there first.
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Ticket Section Title
foraging Scotland

Western Hemlock Spruce needles
1 ticket per forager please :)
Sold Out!
Time
(Friday) 10:00 - 16:00
Location
Leadburn Community Wood
Event Details
Join a Totally Wild UK professional forager to learn the art of foraging and to discover the vast range of wild edibles lying all around us before enjoying
Event Details
Join a Totally Wild UK professional forager to learn the art of foraging and to discover the vast range of wild edibles lying all around us before enjoying a delicious wild food meal.
WHAT TO EXPECT
To begin, we will go through the basics of foraging, how Totally Wild got started and some of the best practices we’ve found along the way.
We will then head out on our walk to discover what exciting wild foods are growing nearby from flowers to fruits, fungi, seaweeds & tubers – there’s plenty to find. We run our courses throughout the year so you can experience the changing habitats and plants through the different seasons.
During the foraging event, your professional forager will introduce you to a vast number of edible species; giving you tips on harvesting, correct identification and possible look-alikes as well as a huge range of cooking ideas.
You will have an opportunity to taste a range of pre-made wild food tasters from syrups, flavoured salts and alcohol infusions.
AFTER OUR FORAGING WALK
We’ll cook up a 3-course lunch utilising wild and foraged ingredients.
In the past we’ve created:
- Wild risotto
- Wild noodle salad
- Wild beans and dips
- Dandelion root coffee pancakes with birch syrup
- Elderflower cheesecake
- Wild eton mess
- Tapenades & pates
These dishes might change with seasonal availability but will always be deliciously wild.
Most of our food is vegan friendly, but if you need something specific please let us know should you have any other dietary requirements (there’s space for this information during the checkout process). Our chefs are well versed in cooking for specific dietary requirements.
FOLLOWING THE EVENT
You’ll be sent an email detailing everything you found on the day, along with some tips on harvesting and how to use wild food in everyday life.
WHAT TO BRING
Ultimately bring along anything you feel necessary for a day outdoors. We will be outside for the majority of the course during rain or shine. We do advise the following items:
- Suitable clothing for the predicted weather (an umbrella if it’s predicted rain)
- Sturdy footwear. Walking boots are highly recommended.
- A drink – some wild flavours may be strong and water is always advised for a days foraging
- Snacks should you feel the need for them during the foraging walk. Lunch is usually served around 3pm. There is a snack midway on the walk provided.
- A pad or paper should you wish to take notes
- A blanket or chair for the meal. We usually have a covered seating area at our venues, but sometimes these aren’t available and the ground or logs are the next best thing!
EXTRA BITS
Children are welcome on our courses, children under the age of 12 are free to attend. 1 child per paying adult. Please make sure to add a note to your order or message us directly to let us know if you are bringing a child. There are some venues which do not allow children so please check with us first.
Well behaved dogs are welcome at some of our venues. Please message us if you have any questions.
Different ingredients can be found through the changing seasons and vary from season to season and venue to venue, this is the joy of foraging and eating truly seasonal ingredients 🙂
Our foraging events take place outdoors giving you a true outdoor experience, this means they will be taking place in rain or shine. Please bring appropriate clothing and shoes for the predicted weather conditions.
Finalised course details are sent out on the Monday before the event to the email address used during the booking process. This email will include:
- Finalised and specific meeting location and details
- An introduction to your forager for the day
If you have not received this email on the Monday before the event please contact us. On the odd occassion our emails can fall into your junk folder so please check there first.
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Ticket Section Title
foraging

One of the the 4 Dishes on a recent foraging Event
1 Ticket Per Forager :)
Time
(Sunday) 10:00 - 16:00
Location
Leadburn Community Wood
Organizer
Totally Wild UK
Event Details
Join a Totally Wild UK professional forager to learn the art of foraging and to discover the vast range of wild edibles lying all around us before enjoying
Event Details
Join a Totally Wild UK professional forager to learn the art of foraging and to discover the vast range of wild edibles lying all around us before enjoying a delicious wild food meal.
WHAT TO EXPECT
To begin, we will go through the basics of foraging, how Totally Wild got started and some of the best practices we’ve found along the way.
We will then head out on our walk to discover what exciting wild foods are growing nearby from flowers to fruits, fungi, seaweeds & tubers – there’s plenty to find. We run our courses throughout the year so you can experience the changing habitats and plants through the different seasons.
During the foraging event, your professional forager will introduce you to a vast number of edible species; giving you tips on harvesting, correct identification and possible look-alikes as well as a huge range of cooking ideas.
You will have an opportunity to taste a range of pre-made wild food tasters from syrups, flavoured salts and alcohol infusions.
AFTER OUR FORAGING WALK
We’ll cook up a 3-course lunch utilising wild and foraged ingredients.
In the past we’ve created:
- Wild risotto
- Wild noodle salad
- Wild beans and dips
- Dandelion root coffee pancakes with birch syrup
- Elderflower cheesecake
- Wild eton mess
- Tapenades & pates
These dishes might change with seasonal availability but will always be deliciously wild.
Most of our food is vegan friendly, but if you need something specific please let us know should you have any other dietary requirements (there’s space for this information during the checkout process). Our chefs are well versed in cooking for specific dietary requirements.
FOLLOWING THE EVENT
You’ll be sent an email detailing everything you found on the day, along with some tips on harvesting and uses.
ABOUT THE VENUE
Leadburn Community Woodland is a lovely 23 acre site featuring wetlands, a peat bog, and mixed woodland. The site was purchased by The Friends of Leadburn Community Woodland in 2007. Since then the group have been rewilding the former Forestry And Land Scotland controlled area, work which has included clearing introduced species and allowing the return of a natural peat bog. They have also planted Hawthorn, Birch, Blackthorn, Oak, Rowan, Common Alder and Aspen.
Historically, the Peebles Railway ran through this site, and the main paths follow the old track of the rail line.
All well behaved dogs are allowed at this location on leashes.
Children are welcome at this location, children under the age of 12 are free to attend. 1 child per paying adult. Please make sure to add a note to your order or message us directly to let us know if you are bringing a child.
Please note that Leadburn Community Woodland does not have any toilet facilities.
WHAT TO BRING
Ultimately bring along anything you feel necessary for a day outdoors. We will be outside for the majority of the course during rain or shine. We do advise the following items:
- Suitable clothing for the predicted weather (an umbrella if it’s predicted rain)
- Sturdy footwear
- A drink – some wild flavours may be strong and water is always advised for a days foraging
- Snacks should you feel the need for them during the foraging walk
- A pad or paper should you wish to take notes
- A blanket or chair for the meal. We usually have a covered seating area at our venues, but sometimes these aren’t available and the ground or logs are the next best thing!
EXTRA BITS
Different ingredients can be found through the changing seasons and vary from season to season and venue to venue, this is the joy of foraging and eating truly seasonal ingredients 🙂
Our foraging events take place outdoors giving you a true outdoor experience, this means they will be taking place in rain or shine. Please bring appropriate clothing and shoes for the predicted weather conditions.
Finalised course details are sent out on the Monday before the event to the email address used during the booking process. This email will include:
- Finalised and specific meeting location and details
- An introduction to your forager for the day
If you have not received this email on the Monday before the event please contact us. On the odd occasion our email can fall into your junk folder so please check there first.
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Ticket Section Title
foraging Scotland

Lichen found on fallen branches
1 ticket per forager please :)
Sold Out!
Time
(Friday) 10:00 - 16:00
Location
Leadburn Community Wood
september
Event Details
Join a Totally Wild UK professional forager to learn the art of foraging and to discover the vast range of wild edibles lying all around us before enjoying
Event Details
Join a Totally Wild UK professional forager to learn the art of foraging and to discover the vast range of wild edibles lying all around us before enjoying a delicious wild food meal.
WHAT TO EXPECT
To begin, we will go through the basics of foraging, how Totally Wild got started and some of the best practices we’ve found along the way.
We will then head out on our walk to discover what exciting wild foods are growing nearby from flowers to fruits, fungi, seaweeds & tubers – there’s plenty to find. We run our courses throughout the year so you can experience the changing habitats and plants through the different seasons.
During the foraging event, your professional forager will introduce you to a vast number of edible species; giving you tips on harvesting, correct identification and possible look-alikes as well as a huge range of cooking ideas.
You will have an opportunity to taste a range of pre-made wild food tasters from syrups, flavoured salts and alcohol infusions.
AFTER OUR FORAGING WALK
We’ll cook up a 3-course lunch utilising wild and foraged ingredients.
In the past we’ve created:
- Wild risotto
- Wild noodle salad
- Wild beans and dips
- Dandelion root coffee pancakes with birch syrup
- Elderflower cheesecake
- Wild eton mess
- Tapenades & pates
These dishes might change with seasonal availability but will always be deliciously wild.
Most of our food is vegan friendly, but if you need something specific please let us know should you have any other dietary requirements (there’s space for this information during the checkout process). Our chefs are well versed in cooking for specific dietary requirements.
FOLLOWING THE EVENT
You’ll be sent an email detailing everything you found on the day, along with some tips on harvesting and uses.
ABOUT THE VENUE
Leadburn Community Woodland is a lovely 23 acre site featuring wetlands, a peat bog, and mixed woodland. The site was purchased by The Friends of Leadburn Community Woodland in 2007. Since then the group have been rewilding the former Forestry And Land Scotland controlled area, work which has included clearing introduced species and allowing the return of a natural peat bog. They have also planted Hawthorn, Birch, Blackthorn, Oak, Rowan, Common Alder and Aspen.
Historically, the Peebles Railway ran through this site, and the main paths follow the old track of the rail line.
All well behaved dogs are allowed at this location on leashes.
Children are welcome at this location, children under the age of 12 are free to attend. 1 child per paying adult. Please make sure to add a note to your order or message us directly to let us know if you are bringing a child.
Please note that Leadburn Community Woodland does not have any toilet facilities.
WHAT TO BRING
Ultimately bring along anything you feel necessary for a day outdoors. We will be outside for the majority of the course during rain or shine. We do advise the following items:
- Suitable clothing for the predicted weather (an umbrella if it’s predicted rain)
- Sturdy footwear
- A drink – some wild flavours may be strong and water is always advised for a days foraging
- Snacks should you feel the need for them during the foraging walk
- A pad or paper should you wish to take notes
- A blanket or chair for the meal. We usually have a covered seating area at our venues, but sometimes these aren’t available and the ground or logs are the next best thing!
EXTRA BITS
Different ingredients can be found through the changing seasons and vary from season to season and venue to venue, this is the joy of foraging and eating truly seasonal ingredients 🙂
Our foraging events take place outdoors giving you a true outdoor experience, this means they will be taking place in rain or shine. Please bring appropriate clothing and shoes for the predicted weather conditions.
Finalised course details are sent out on the Monday before the event to the email address used during the booking process. This email will include:
- Finalised and specific meeting location and details
- An introduction to your forager for the day
If you have not received this email on the Monday before the event please contact us. On the odd occasion our email can fall into your junk folder so please check there first.
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Ticket Section Title
foraging Scotland

A wild food salad
one ticket per forager please :)
Time
(Sunday) 10:00 - 16:00
Location
Leadburn Community Wood
Event Details
Join a Totally Wild UK professional forager to learn the art of foraging and to discover the vast range of wild edibles lying all around us before enjoying
Event Details
Join a Totally Wild UK professional forager to learn the art of foraging and to discover the vast range of wild edibles lying all around us before enjoying a delicious wild food meal.
WHAT TO EXPECT
To begin, we will go through the basics of foraging, how Totally Wild got started and some of the best practices we’ve found along the way.
We will then head out on our walk to discover what exciting wild foods are growing nearby from flowers to fruits, fungi, seaweeds & tubers – there’s plenty to find. We run our courses throughout the year so you can experience the changing habitats and plants through the different seasons.
During the foraging event, your professional forager will introduce you to a vast number of edible species; giving you tips on harvesting, correct identification and possible look-alikes as well as a huge range of cooking ideas.
You will have an opportunity to taste a range of pre-made wild food tasters from syrups, flavoured salts and alcohol infusions.
AFTER OUR FORAGING WALK
We’ll cook up a 3-course lunch utilising wild and foraged ingredients.
In the past we’ve created:
- Wild risotto
- Wild noodle salad
- Wild beans and dips
- Dandelion root coffee pancakes with birch syrup
- Elderflower cheesecake
- Wild eton mess
- Tapenades & pates
These dishes might change with seasonal availability but will always be deliciously wild.
Most of our food is vegan friendly, but if you need something specific please let us know should you have any other dietary requirements (there’s space for this information during the checkout process). Our chefs are well versed in cooking for specific dietary requirements.
FOLLOWING THE EVENT
You’ll be sent an email detailing everything you found on the day, along with some tips on harvesting and uses.
ABOUT THE VENUE
Leadburn Community Woodland is a lovely 23 acre site featuring wetlands, a peat bog, and mixed woodland. The site was purchased by The Friends of Leadburn Community Woodland in 2007. Since then the group have been rewilding the former Forestry And Land Scotland controlled area, work which has included clearing introduced species and allowing the return of a natural peat bog. They have also planted Hawthorn, Birch, Blackthorn, Oak, Rowan, Common Alder and Aspen.
Historically, the Peebles Railway ran through this site, and the main paths follow the old track of the rail line.
All well behaved dogs are allowed at this location on leashes.
Children are welcome at this location, children under the age of 12 are free to attend. 1 child per paying adult. Please make sure to add a note to your order or message us directly to let us know if you are bringing a child.
Please note that Leadburn Community Woodland does not have any toilet facilities.
WHAT TO BRING
Ultimately bring along anything you feel necessary for a day outdoors. We will be outside for the majority of the course during rain or shine. We do advise the following items:
- Suitable clothing for the predicted weather (an umbrella if it’s predicted rain)
- Sturdy footwear
- A drink – some wild flavours may be strong and water is always advised for a days foraging
- Snacks should you feel the need for them during the foraging walk
- A pad or paper should you wish to take notes
- A blanket or chair for the meal. We usually have a covered seating area at our venues, but sometimes these aren’t available and the ground or logs are the next best thing!
EXTRA BITS
Different ingredients can be found through the changing seasons and vary from season to season and venue to venue, this is the joy of foraging and eating truly seasonal ingredients 🙂
Our foraging events take place outdoors giving you a true outdoor experience, this means they will be taking place in rain or shine. Please bring appropriate clothing and shoes for the predicted weather conditions.
Finalised course details are sent out on the Monday before the event to the email address used during the booking process. This email will include:
- Finalised and specific meeting location and details
- An introduction to your forager for the day
If you have not received this email on the Monday before the event please contact us. On the odd occasion our email can fall into your junk folder so please check there first.
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foraging Scotland

Forager Vicky leading a day of foraging
one ticket per forager please :)
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Time
(Friday) 10:00 - 16:00
Location
Leadburn Community Wood
Event Details
Join a Totally Wild UK professional forager to learn the art of foraging and to discover the vast range of wild edibles lying all around us. WHAT TO EXPECT
Event Details
Join a Totally Wild UK professional forager to learn the art of foraging and to discover the vast range of wild edibles lying all around us.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Whether you’re a beginner or someone who wants to deepen their knowledge, our three-hour foraging walks are the perfect way to learn all about wild food.
To begin, we will go through the basics of foraging, how Totally Wild got started and some of the best practices we’ve found along the way.
We will then head out on our walk to discover what exciting wild foods are growing nearby from flowers to fruits, fungi, seaweeds & tubers – there’s plenty to find. We run our courses throughout the year so you can experience the changing habitats and plants through the different seasons.
During the foraging event, your professional forager will introduce you to a vast number of edible species; giving you tips on harvesting, correct identification and possible look-alikes as well as a huge range of cooking ideas.
You will have an opportunity to taste a range of pre-made wild food tasters from syrups, flavoured salts and alcohol infusions.
FOLLOWING THE EVENT
You’ll be sent an email detailing everything you found on the day, along with some tips on harvesting and how to use wild food in everyday life.
WHAT TO BRING
Ultimately bring along anything you feel necessary for a day outdoors. We will be outside for the majority of the course during rain or shine. We do advise the following items:
- Suitable clothing for the predicted weather (an umbrella if it’s predicted rain)
- Sturdy footwear. Walking boots are highly recommended.
- A drink – some wild flavours may be strong and water is always advised for a days foraging
- Snacks should you feel the need for them during the foraging walk.
- A pad or paper should you wish to take notes
EXTRA BITS
Children are welcome on our courses, children under the age of 12 are free to attend – 1 child per paying adult. Please make sure to add a note to your order or message us directly so we can prepare food for them.
Well behaved dogs are welcome at some of our venues. Please message us if you have any questions.
Different ingredients can be found through the changing seasons and vary from season to season and venue to venue, this is the joy of foraging and eating truly seasonal ingredients 🙂
Our foraging events take place outdoors giving you a true outdoor experience, this means they will be taking place in rain or shine.
Finalised course details are sent out on the Monday before the event to the email address used during the booking process. This email will include:
- Finalised and specific meeting location and details
- An introduction to your forager for the day
If you have not received this email on the Monday before the event please contact us. On the odd occasion our email can fall into your junk folder so please check there first.
more
Ticket Section Title
foraging Scotland

Forager Vicky leading a day of foraging
one ticket per forager please :)
Time
(Sunday) 10:00 - 13:00
Location
Leadburn Community Wood