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8 forms of capital active hope agroecology agroforestry alder buckthorn Amazon anxiety apples arthritis back yard beans Bec Hellouin beech tree bees beneficial berries biochar biodigester biodiversity blackberries blackthorn book review brain brassica cage budget build building campesino capital card deck Celtic festivals change changes chemical-free chickens christmas circular clay pot cleansers cleansing milks climate change climate emergency climate grief climate solutions climbers climbing cob comfrey community compost compost teas connection consciousness conservation container cooking coppice coppicing cordial cosmology courgettes crafts crisis crop protection Cross Quarter Festival cultural emergence culture cut flowers cycles degraded design diary diversity DIY do it yourself dryland earth care Earth's energy ecoculture economics ecopoetry ecosystem ecosystem restoration camps ecosystems edges edible edible flowers education efficiency elder elderflowers elements elixir energy equinox ethics face mask fair shares Fairtrade farming feedback feminine ferns figs film firewood floristry flower essence flower garden flowers food food forest food garden footbath forage foraging forest garden forest gardening forests fruit fruit leather fruit trees fungi future future care gardening garlic gift economy gin Give Nature a voice Glennie Kindred global poverty glut grapes greenhouse grief groundcover grow grow food grow your own growing guilds habitat habits handcream harvest harvests hawthorn hazel hazelnut healing shrubs healing trees health healthy soil heart health hedgerow hedging herbal herbal remedies herbal teas herbalist herbs holistic holistic planned grazing home homeless homemade wine homestead hope Hugelkultur humanure hummus hungry gap IBC tanks Imbolc incense increase yields Indigenous inexpensive influence inspiration International Womens Day jam keyline kitchen garden lacto-fermentation Lammas land landscape landscapes life lifestyle limeflowers livelihood livestock living labs logs Looby Macnamara lotion low cost low-impact Lush Spring Prize macerations Mangwende Orphan Care Trust market garden market gardening marmalade marshmallow mass heater meadowsweet medicinal microbes microfarm Midwest Permaculture mimic mindset mitigation money Morag Gamble moringa Mother Earth mulch multifunctional mushrooms native plants natural natural building natural fertiliser natural skincare natural swimming pool nature nature connection nitrogen no dig no waste no-dig November nutrition nuts observe oca October off-grid oil cleansing orchard orchards organic organic flowers organic gardening outdoor shower oven oxymel oyster pallets pasture-fed patterns people people care peoplecare perennials permaculture permaculture design permaculture magazine award permaculutre permayouth pesto pests philippines pine tree pips pizza oven plant profile plants pollinators pollution polyculture polycultures preserving principles propagating protection pruning prunings psycho-spiritual awareness psychospiritual transformation rainforest rainwater raspberries recipe recipes reduce reed beds regeneration regenerative regenerative agriculture relative location relative matter remedy renewable renewable energy resources restoration reuse revolution rhythms rootstock rootstocks roundhouse roundwood runner beans sage salad salve Samhain schools Scotland scotts pine seasonal seasons seeds selfcare Sepp Holzer september septic tanks sewage treatment shade sheet mulching shrubs skincare sloes slugs small solutions small-scale smallholding social justice soil health solar solutions sowing spiritual spring squash stacking functions stock-free straw straw bale summer sustainable Sweet Bay syntropic systems temperate terraces thistles thrutopia timber timber framing tincture tonic toolkit tools transformation trees upcycle urban veg garden vegan veganic vermicomposting vinegar walnuts waste water water cleansing watering weeds wellbeing wetland wild edges wild food wild garlic wildflower wildlife wine recipes wings winter winter greens winter salads wood stove woodburner woodland woodland management woodlands worms yarrow year-round food yield young people youth zai pits zone 00 zoning

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Classified advertising in Permaculture is highly effective. Minimum fee £40 (£48 inc. VAT) for up to 40 words. If you have missed the deadline to appear in the magazine don’t worry as your classified can also appear just on this website for the duration of the magazine issue. To find out more, contact Tony Rollinson: tony[at]permaculture.co.uk

Permaculture.co.uk receives 1.2 million page views per year and reaches more than 300,000 people through its social media.

FESTIVAL EN DEFENSA DEL AQUA - the FIFTH annual gathering to celebrate the life of the Río Aguas and shine a light on the environmental injustices happening in our precious desert landscape. Please join us for a day of workshops, talks, guided tours of the drylands, Sunseed and river, activities for children, delicious vegan food, live music and an artisanal market! It takes place in Los Molinos, on Saturday 27th April 2024. See Sunseed Desert Technology: https://www.sunseed.org.uk/ They also have vacancies for Communication, Administration and Education Coordinators.

CAMBRIDGESHIRE. Got some capital but not enough to buy land? Want to live ethically low impact and self-sufficient in a community? So do I. Let's get together, join resources and energy and see where it goes… Contact Jonny: [email protected]

THE WORLD PERMACULTURE ASSOCIATION have launched their Self-Reliance Test: https://worldpermacultureassociation.com/self-reliance-self-assessment-test/ Your journey to permaculture and sustainable living starts with understanding your current capabilities and areas for growth. Our Self-Reliance Test helps you gain invaluable insights into your preparedness for sustainable living, from water management in crisis situations to efficient food production and storage. As part of our community, you’ll have access to a wealth of resources, workshops, and a network of like-minded individuals all committed to the principles of permaculture.

REGENERATIVENYC. Join start-ups, investors, and academics to explore regenerative agriculture. Join us as we unite a diverse spectrum of voices, including farmers, students, academics, NGOs, start-up founders, business leaders, bankers, investors, and more to initiate a groundbreaking conversation on regenerative agriculture. Our mission is to educate through scientific evidence, foster collaboration, and cultivate a community dedicated to driving positive change through regenerative agriculture. Held at New York University, Monday 22nd April 2024: https://www.regenerativenyc.com/

FOR SALE at £699,000: Cropthorne, Worcestershire, 4 bedroom detached house in 0.75 acre grounds with expansive countryside views. The Autonomous House is one of the most sustainable, energy efficient, and environmentally friendly houses known to exist in the UK. https://theautonomoushouse.com/

CUSTOM-BUILT 2200SF home + garage + outbuilding w/power on 4.63 acres, Kanab, Utah, USA. Permaculture layout, 12-station drip irrigation. Walled courtyards, garden & orchard fencing. Beautiful redrock canyon country/Zone 7A/270 sunny days avg/low-cost water. Phone: +14 356 891 583. Email: [email protected]

SUBSTANTIAL DETACHED COTTAGE with a productive walled garden. Managed as a Permaculture site for 30+ years Pleasantly situated on the outskirts of Coldstream, this 2-storey family home has four bedrooms, two bathrooms, two reception rooms, a large kitchen/dining room, conservatory, double garage, workshops and greenhouse/toolshed, solar panels and air-source heat pump system, electric car charging and parking. The garden hosts a large number of mature fruit and nut trees, soft fruit bushes, vegetable garden and two ponds. The nearby town’s amenities include health centre, primary school, shops and parks, and many lovely walking/cycling routes. For full details please call 01890 882 448 or email: [email protected]

SEASONAL GROWER FOR ORGANIC CSA: looking for an enthusiastic and competent grower, July - November 2024. We grow for wholesale and weekly CSA shares. Accommodation in a caravan, access to kitchen and shower. Wage DOE. More info: [email protected]

MIDLANDS PERMACULTURE FESTIVAL Earthed Up! hosted the first festival last year and we're doing it again! Talks, practical workshops, wholesome food and drink, stalls. If you're interested to help run it or attend www.earthedup.com/contact 01773 856 226.

LONDON PERMACULTURE FESTIVAL Sunday 7th July 2024. Cecil Sharp House, 2 Regents Park Road, Camden, NW1 7AY. 11am-6pm. Learn about sustainable solutions, including: permaculture design, organic food growing, composting, mushroom cultivation, living well in tiny spaces, yoga, supporting biodiversity, simple herbal remedies, forest gardening, indigenous people, sustainable fashion, keeping poultry & bees, domestic renewables and retrofitting, building community. View: www.londonpermaculturefestival.com

WALES PERMACULTURE CAMPOUT. Following the success of Campout 2023, we're delighted to announce that Campout 2024 is happening between 8-11 August 2024 at the Three Pools permaculture farm, in the hills of Wales just west of Abergavenny, South Wales. Includes: campfires, permaculture, wellbeing, yoga, breath work, talks, nature connection, arts & crafts, music, sauna, wild swimming, constellations, kombucha, bar and more. View: https://campout.live/campout-2024-announcement-this-week

MIDWEST PERMACULTURE'S online PDC course, available worldwide. Learn to create abundance that lasts generations. A self-guided course with optional live weekly support. Led by Bill Wilson and team (Megan Christian and Milton Dixon), 18+ years of experience. We've taught over 100 PDC online and in person. View: www.midwestpermaculture.com for our full schedule.

SHIFT BRISTOL, the Practical Sustainability Course, September 2024 - July 2025. Modules include: permaculture design, organic horticulture, green energy, green building, soil and ecology, re-localisation, group dynamics, woodland management, community engagement, resilience toolkit. Also, Full Permaculture Design Course September - November 2024, Monday evenings and weekends. Intro to Permaculture Design, Monthly, from February to May (Friday, Saturday and Sundays). View: www.shiftbristol.org.uk

PRIMAL GATHERING, Regenerative Retreat. 14-19 May 2024. Broughton Sanctuary, Skipton, Yorkshire, UK. Primal Gathering is an environmentally. Socially and psychologically regenerative events company that restores people, forests and ecosystems all over the world. They aim to leave both people and places better than how we find them. Together we will inoculate mushrooms, identify local species while bio blitzing and learn how to naturally build structures. View: https://primalgathering.co/currentevents

THE IDLER is once again taking over Fenton House in Hampstead from 5 - 7 July 2024. There'll be philosophy, comedy, dancing on the lawn, lounging to DJs in the 400-year-old orchard and harpsichord recitals in the house. Plus beekeeping, ukulele, bibliotherapy, life-enriching talks, workshops and walks. Details: https://www.idler.co.uk/product/idler-festival-2024-early-bird-tickets-2/

ONLINE REGENERATIVE TRAINING for teams. Skill your team in regenerative systems thinking to improve your organisation, and our planet. View www.permaculture.org.uk/certified-team-training

THE SELF-SUFFICIENCY GARDEN by Huw Richards & Sam Cooper. A practical no-nonsense approach to self-sufficiency in today's world. Learn how we grew enough food on a half-size allotment plot for 4 adults to enjoy 5 portions of veg per day, 365 days a year. Month-by-month advice. Space saving ideas. Time-saving kitchen tips. Harvests for every month. Complete cooking guide. Available online, from bookstores and: www.regenerative.press

KEELA PERMACULTURE FARM, PORTUGAL. June 2024 Permaculture Design Course and Natural Building. September 2024 Permaculture Design Course and Food Forests. View: https://www.keelayogafarm.com/permaculture/permaculture-design-course-portugal/

PERMACULTURE DESIGN COURSE. Bellevue Permaculture Smallholding, Brittany, France.
6 - 20 July 2024 with Karen Noon. View: www.afrinoonpermaculture.org/permaculture-courses/

DETACHED STONE COTTAGE in Galicia, NW Spain for sale with 1946 m2 land. Offers around €120,000. Rural (but not remote) off-grid homestead with it's own water supply, 12v electrics, south facing garden, poly tunnel, large hen house. Info at: https://offgridgalicia.wixsite.com/cottage

OOOOBY – SELL SMALL-SCALE FOOD ONLINE. We are an online platform that allows farms and food hubs to sell fresh food direct to customers. With our software you can increase sales, simplify packing and optimise deliveries. Book a demo to find out more at ooooby.com

ARGYLL NATIVE WOODLAND approx 2 acres of mature trees with 350 metres of hedged access owned track. Off-grid Cabin, 30m2 and mezzanine area reached by 200 metres of upland path from track, built pre-1000 Huts legislation, robust larch lap construction with stove. Small barn by track, with parking for one vehicle and legal access of 1km plus to Kilmartin village. Sunny south east aspect. Cabin situated in a sheltered spot, well above year round hill burn (stream). Spring waters flow within woodland. Price £22,000. For more info phone Woody on 07900 473 493.

SCOTTISH BORDERS. Two bed, 168sqm, 2009 passive type 'eco-house' on almost 1/2 acre including organic fruit, vegetable garden and Keder polytunnel. 3.7KW photovoltaics, rainwater harvesting, reed bed sewage treatment. Tranquil, rural with lovely south facing views. Guide price £333,000. For detailed specification contact: [email protected]

CHECK OUT ECOHUSTLER.COM! Ecohustler is a 100% independent and free platform broadcasting campaigns and content pushing forward an ecologically progressive agenda. Currently, top quality keep cups are for sale at half price in their store https://ecohustler.com/shop All proceeds are used on campaigns. Find out more here: https://linktr.ee/ecohustler

SEEKING COUPLE TO RUN & MAINTAIN RETREAT CENTRE and grow organic food in the Black Mountains, near Abergavenny, with accommodation. See holfordnaturalholidays.com/job

FOR SALE. Unique beamed cottage in idyllic, secluded position 4 miles from Bridgnorth, Shropshire. 3 bedrooms, living room (new Clearview stove), dining room, study, bathroom. Requires new kitchen. 1 acre of land. Perfect permaculture/self-sufficiency site for those with a deep heart. £250,000. Contact Rachael: 07792 776 836.

1-BEDROOM DETACHED BUNGALOW in a walled garden. Guide Price £325,000 - £350,000. Hall Farm Cottage, Hooton Lane, Ravenfield, Rotherham S65 4NH. A captivating, rare gem with many outbuildings and origins tracing back to the 1800s. Nestled behind a high brick boundary wall, this peaceful and hidden home spans approximately 0.7 acres. The land has been cultivated using organic principles over more than five decades of single ownership. For full details contact ELR on 01709 917 676 and view: https://www.elr.co.uk/properties/18503206/sales#/

BLACK ISLE PERMACULTURE LAND CENTRE. Woodland Accommodation and Creative retreats in the Scottish Highlands. Siskin & Coll Eco Cabins are perfect for eco conscious travellers seeking slow, simple living which combines environmentally friendly features, artistic touches and rustic charm for a sustainable self catering holiday in our Regenerative Forest Garden. Green Tourism Gold rating, Accessible by public transport and cycling. Siskin & Coll Eco Cabins available on AirBnB. Instagram @blackislepermaculture or web blackislepermacultureandarts.co.uk for more details.

AT BANTU CHOCOLATE, we're building a better cocoa trade because we believe that good chocolate should not come at the expense of people or the planet. We uniquely operate as both farmers and chocolate makers on our family land in Cameroon, addressing major issues in the cocoa trade and chocolate industry. Beyond Fairtrade, we implement an Anker Living Wage (5xFairtrade equivalent) and tackle issues like generational poverty, deforestation, and climate impact through agroforestry. Bantu Chocolate are offering Permaculture magazine readers a 15% discount, simply use the code PM120 at the checkout: https://bantuchocolate.com/

GROWER FOR CSA: Canalside is a well established CSA, near Leamington Spa. We are looking to employ a part-time grower to join our team producing organic vegetables and fruit for our 170 members every week. More details and full job description: https://tinyurl.com/ccfgrower2024. Application deadline – 9.00am 15th January 2024. Interviews in the two weeks following the application deadline.

RESTORATION INTERNSHIP. In 2024 we’re offering a 6 month internship at a 160 acre restoration project in Derbyshire. Get experience of living and working in a project that is figuring out how to merge agroecology, wilding and nature connection. Opportunities to engage in; research, agroecological production, ecosystem restoration, public engagement and more. www.heartwoodsfc.com. For information email: [email protected]

GATCOMBE VALLEY CASTLE, Combe Chippenham, Wiltshire. A rare opportunity to acquire a picturesque valley covering 28.03 acres. The land predominantly comprises a combination of permanent pasture, mature woodland and running brook. The land has been farmed organically and registered as organic with the Soil Association for many years. In recent years the land has been utilised for the grazing of sheep. It has also historically been included within a High Level Stewardship agreement, although this has recently expired. It is for sale with a guide price of £295,000 via private treaty by prior appointment with the Vendors’ agents Carter Jonas call 01174 039 970 or email [email protected] Website: https://www.carterjonas.co.uk/property/BTR210006 For more details call Karen on: 07955 887 083

53 ACRES OF BEAUTIFUL LAND in the village of Castle Combe in Wiltshire. It has woodland, pasture, and is bordered by the Bybrook River. Part of it is a Site of Special Scientific Interest provides a unique opportunity for numerous biodiversity interests. The land has not been intensively farmed, with intermittent grazing having taken place throughout the years. It is for sale with a guide price of £375,000 via private treaty by prior appointment with the Vendors’ agents Carter Jonas call 01174 039 970 or email [email protected] Website: https://www.carterjonas.co.uk/property/BTR230004  For more details call Karen on: 07955 887 083

BEAUTIFUL AND UNIQUE ALGARVIAN RETREAT. Situated in a peaceful valley, close to the historic town of Silves. This tranquil corner of Portugal is the perfect place to re-energise and heal. Tropical hillside gardens of 2.5 acres. Sleeps four. Email: [email protected] Web: www.colinatranquila.com/

ITALIAN RURAL RETREAT. Rooms in characterful hill-village house in Tuscan Apennines, with woodland and growing project in development, library with permaculture and sustainable living books/magazines, stunning scenery. Balance time between study, relaxation, walks – la bella vita!: https://musaclio.com/land-study-holiday

TO RENT, LLANDEILO AREA. 3/4 bed detached barn conversion. Down a track surrounded by 22 acres of private nature reserve, so no pets. Rent negotiable, land available for growing. Landlords live next door. Vegetarians preferred, compatibility essential. Email: [email protected]

FOR THE PAST 20 YEARS the Tashirat orphanage in central Mexico has taken unadoptable children with mental, physical, and emotional disabilities, given them family homes, healed them with a proper diet, and wholesome education. They are looking for new ways to become more sustainable and energy independent and are desperately seeking reliable permaculture guidance. They have built Hugelkulture beds, banana circles, lasagna beds and are trying to create worm septic toilet systems. They must become sustainable so that they are not limited by ever-rising food costs and water shortages. They would be grateful for regular consultations over Zoom or Whatsapp. "I promise it could be one of the most worthwhile things you do with your expertise in the field of permaculture" writes Zev and the staff at the orphanage. "We could be your biggest success story and we would be eternally grateful. For more details email Zev on: [email protected] and view their website: www.tashiratorphanage.org

RESTORATIVE COTTAGE RETREAT on Suffolk organic farm. Beautiful views over meadows and dovecote, tranquil atmosphere, wonderful river and coastal walks nearby, wood-burning stove, and spacious room for six people. Visit www.greatglemhamfarms.co.uk or email [email protected] for booking information and further details.

SUSTAINABLE, ECO SHEPHERD'S HUT in the Scottish Highlands. Wonderful views, great walks, submerged in nature. Follow us on Instagram @fiddlersgreenhighlands, visit www.fiddlersgreenhighlandhideaways.co.uk or call 01862 811 570 for booking information and further details.

WAKELYNS IN SUFFOLK IS ORGANIC FARMING, short food chains and enterprise stacking on perhaps  the oldest most diverse UK agroforestry site. Visit for courses, events, Wakelyns Bakery (lovely bread from our YQ population wheat and delicious food), farmhouse/pod holiday accommodation and NGO retreats, CSA horticulture, willow-weaving, and volunteer opportunities (food & accommodation provided): www.wakelyns.co.uk  @wakelyns

ACCIDENTAL GODS PODCAST featuring Permaculture magazine editor Maddy Harland. “No doubt my most honest, comprehensive and deepest podcast EVER with Manda Scott who is currently featuring in PM117. It was a privilege to be in conversation with this thought leader, writer, explorer of the future, and spiritual activist. You'll find the pod on Apple, Spotify and Google podcasts and on the Accidental Gods channel on YouTube. I listen to many of Manda's pods. They are profound, important, inspirational, educational and, generously, totally free.” https://accidentalgods.life/spiritual-activism-permaculture-of-land-heart-and-people-with-maddy-harland/?fbclid=IwAR0G265MurnRi17Nj3bSZS_5Br16VnzulxGV_yttoY6ZwaLmJCF1NDnd7hA

GRANTS FOR NEW FOOD FORESTS. Plants For A Future (PFAF) is able to award small grants to groups or individuals planning or starting to develop a new food forest/ forest garden project. See more at https://pfaf.org/fund/ and tell us about your plans at [email protected]

SOCIAL FORESTRY: Tending the Land as People of Place by Tomi Hazel Vaarde (foreword by Starhawk). Helps readers remember the ways of the wild while implementing local food production and conservation for the long term: https://synergeticpress.com/

BUILD A GREENER BRITAIN with your energy bills. We’re Britain’s greenest energy company. We only supply 100% green electricity and carbon neutralised gas. We built our first windmill over 25 years ago and kicked off the green energy movement. We use 100% of our profits to build new sources of green energy. You can join our mission to end the use of fossil fuels. Don’t just pay an energy bill. Pay it to a company that will do some good with it and invest in all of our futures. Visit: Ecotricity.co.uk

IF WE WAIT FOR GOVERNMENTS, it will be too late. If we act as individuals, it will be too little. But if we act as communities we change what is possible. Right now, Transition groups are reimaging food, energy, transport and connections in their local communities. We’re building a fairer, regenerative world from the ground up. Join them: https://transitiontogether.org.uk/

ALDERFEN MARSHES: Private conservation area on the Norfolk Broads. 'Experience Days' including charcoal making, regenerative conservation, biochar production, wild tea harvesting, spoon carving and conservation composting. Half-day and full-day experiences with optional camping. Web: www.alderfenmarshes.co.uk

WAKELYNS - Suffolk Organic Agroforestry with short food chains and enterprise stacking including Wakelyns Bakery, Real Veg CSA, Phoenix Willow and The Contemporary Hempery. Shortlisted for Farming Today’s ‘Farming for the Future’ award 2022 (Radio 4’s Food and Farming Awards). Lovely Farmhouse (12 bed, 5 bedroom, 6 bathroom) and Ley Alley Pod (double bed bunks) accommodation - ideal for groups small and large and NGO retreats (meeting room spaces available). Events, courses, and community days. www.wakelyns.co.uk @wakelyns @wakelynsbakery @realveg_csa @contemporaryhempery

LANDSCAPE CARBON CALCULATOR. Discover how long your landscape will take to sequester the carbon emitted to build it and become part of the global climate solution. This global climate solution application is transforming the way landscape professionals approach planning to support carbon positive designs. Sign up today and calculate your projects complete carbon cycle: calccarbon.com

CULTURAL EMERGENCE Summer 2023 courses at Applewood Permaculture Centre and online, with Looby Macnamara. For detials please see: www.applewoodcourses.com

BIODYNAMIC TRAINING: Growing the Land, Growing People. 2 year practical course. For more details view: http://biodynamictraining.org/

CAN YOU HELP? The team here at Permaculture Magazine are hearing from readers in the UK who, because of the squeeze on the cost of living, cannot currently afford to subscribe to the magazine, although they still wish to. Can you buy, or donate, £17.95 and gift them a subscription to help them through this period? You can do that here: www.permaculture.co.uk/subscribe entering GIFTSUB in ‘where you heard about us’ field (we will do the rest). Of course, we will keep yours and the recipient’s details totally private. Our Donations button is also available for larger amounts, supporting international perma- culture communities who do not have access to currency: https://tinyurl.com/2p92r4pk

ETHICALLY MADE BEDDING & CLOTHING: Organic cotton pillowcases, Soil Association certified towels, Natural skincare and cleaning products, Organic and natural mattresses, Comfortable and breathable socks! We are very happy to offer Permaculture magazine followers 20% off your next order, running from 1st - 14th November 2022 – the discount code is  PERMA20. (the offer cannot be applied to mattress or gift voucher purchases). Mail order: www.greenfibres.com

STEPHANIE HAFFERTY, the ‘permaculture no dig gardener’, seasonal plant-based recipes, organic no dig gardening, homegrown eco friendly potions from plants, edible garden design, permaculture, small-scale homesteading, living lightly and abundantly: nodighome.com

FOREST GARDENING in Dartington, Devon, led by the world renowned, and Permanent Publications author, Martin Crawford. Various course dates 2023/2024: www.agroforestry.co.uk

FOREST GARDENING EXPERT. Tomas Remiarz, advice, design, practical support. For more details view: reallifeforestgardens.com

IS THERE SOMETHING YOU NEED or would like? A contact, community, help? Have your ad placed here, contact [email protected]

CAREYS SECRET GARDEN, Dorset. Come and discover this walled, wild plot which has been left untouched (and most definitely untamed) for over 40 years, until now. Open for visits, courses and events. Discover more by visiting the website:
www.careyssecretgarden.co.uk

LEARN PERMACULTURE. Various courses and dates with Aranya during 2023/2024: https://www.learnpermaculture.com/

PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES of Deep Transformation. Laying the groundwork for an ecological civilization with Jeremy Lent. Starts Fall 2022 for 10 weeks: www.jeremylent.com/calendar.html

MEDICINAL FOREST GARDENING. Learn online about design & harvest with healing trees & shrubs, with Anne Stobart, experienced medical herbalist & grower. Start any time: medicinalforestgardentrust.thinkific.com

ECCO STOVE wood fired masonry heaters provide an economical and highly efficient way of getting the most out of the least amount of fuel. Go green with up to 93% Carbon Neutral efficiency. Continues to heat your home for up to 12 hours after the fire has gone out from just 7kg of logs. No radiators or electrical connections. To find out more contact our team on 01527 857 814. Web: www.eccostove.com

BROCKWOOD PARK SCHOOL. A vegetarian, international, alternative, boarding school for around 70 students aged between 14 - 19 in Hampshire, UK. Founded in 1969. Open Days available. Please view: www.brockwood.org.uk for further details or phone 01962 771 744.

CORNISH ECO RETREAT Come back to Earth and stay in our little paradise on the south coast of Cornwall. We have 3 yurts, a shepherd’s hut and strawbale barn and love people to come and get inspired by the surrounding nature and wildlife. Cotna is just a woodland walk away from the coast path and quiet beaches, ideal for wild swimming & kayaking. We offer practical courses such as no-dig, foraging and sourdough breadmaking. Phone: 01726 844 867. Email: [email protected] Web:
www.cotna.co.uk

BEAUTIFUL, RUGGED PEMBROKESHIRE. Three eco-friendly, converted barns on smallholding. Each sleeps 4 - 6. Coastal path 2 miles. Phone: 01348 891 344. Email: [email protected] Web: stonescottages.co.uk

PERMAYOUTH – from refugee camps to metropolises, we are a network of teenagers from all over the world. Collectively, we want to make a positive change in our communities and we’re using permaculture to do it. We believe there is a need to rapidly shift to a one-planet life, to regenerate and repair the planet and become carbon neutral by 2030. We are for teens and our allies and include guest speakers, garden tours, [PR]Activism, the Arts and workshops. Take part in our free online monthly festivals. Details: www.permayouth.org

DONATE. Your generosity continues to allow Permaculture magazine to support people and communities around the world. Donations mean that together we can supply subscriptions and key books to permaculture projects without access to currency: www.permaculture.co.uk/donate
Permaculture magazine is receiving more and more requests for acknowledgement and support. Requests come from those being impacted today by climate change and those living in refugee camps who want to help their children learn, adapt and live more resilient lives. These donations allow us to reach these people who are making real differences within their communities.
The World Forest Organisations’ thank you letter here is an example of the positive impact we can make to people such as Eva Jefa in Kenya.
Permaculture magazine also seeks to pair up projects with expert mentors and volunteers (keep an eye on the Classified and News pages for these requests).
Donate today and we can get key texts to projects in time for their academic years. We always welcome large contributions, but even the smallest contribution you can make will go a long way. 100% of the money goes to supporting permaculture people and projects, wherever they may be.

HERE IS A LIST OF PM STOCKISTS
UK: www.permaculture.co.uk/stockists
USA: www.permaculture.co.uk/stockists_us
Your store, or favourite store, could join them! Please email: [email protected] for further details or to give him a heads-up!
We support shopping locally and independently. New outlets are also welcome for our award winning Permanent Publications book range!

VEGAN ORGANIC FARMING & GROWING promotes permaculture using green manures and composts. Environmentally and animal friendly, sustainable growing – step into the future with the Vegan Organic Network. For magazines, DVDs, course details, info and support see www.veganorganic.net or ring 08452 235 232.

AMERICAN READERS of PM can order our Permanent Publications books from our USA distributor Chelsea Green. View: www.chelseagreen.com/?s=Permanent+Publications Free shipping on orders over $100. Call them to order direct, or to be a stockist, on 800 639 4099

SUPPORT SEA SHEPHERD UK (SSUK) and help defend ocean wildlife. Our mission is to defend marine wildlife from illegal exploitation, expose atrocities to conserve species, and protect ocean habitats. Your support will help our volunteers continue to:
    •    Try and stop whaling in the Faroes Islands
    •    Keep Icelandic whaling as a thing of the past
    •    Coordinate coastal clean-ups
    •    Free the seabed of discarded fishing gear
    •    Educate the next generation – our ‘Ocean
        Warriors’ of the future!
Visit: www.seashepherd.org.uk

ELEVATOR – The Good Job Network promotes jobs with social enterprises, charities and purpose driven companies. Sign-up for free, create freelance profiles and earn money from referring friends to ethical jobs. All the jobs have been curated to ensure they are all paid opportunities to make the world a better place. For details: https://elevatorcafe.com

TRIPLE BOTTOM LINE ACCOUNTING is managed by Peter Ellington, PM and Permanent Publications Financial Director. It provides accounting and taxation services for social enterprises, charities, businesses, and individuals looking to build communities with environmental concerns. For a free initial consultation call Peter on 07824 479 489 and view their website:
www.triplebottomlineaccounting.com

PRINT DESIGN: Do you need some graphic design help? Nicola designs the articles for PM as well as books for Permanent Publications. Whilst books and magazines are her speciality, she also designs programmes, brochures and other promotional material, and ebooks too. She’s approachable, reliable and meticulous. Email [email protected]

PERMACULTURE MAGAZINE’s own range of hoodies, t-shirts and more are available in all sizes and colours. Clothing made from plants not plastic and designed to be sent back for re-manufacturing instead of landfill. Made with certified organic cotton in renewable energy powered factories. Order via: www.permaculture.teemill.co.uk

OUTDOOR COOKING at Permaculture Magazine’s online store. Quality, long term, additions to the home and garden as we look at our lives beyond lockdowns and reimagine our own spaces: https://shop.permaculture.co.uk/outdoor-cooking.html

HOTBIN COMPOSTER makes composting easy. Compost 100% of your domestic food waste and garden clippings simply and easily and it produces high quality weed free compost. Order from PM’s online shop: https://shop.permaculture.co.uk/hotbin-composter-mk2-extras.html

VEGAN PERMACULTURE in Essex, London and at other UK venues: www.spiralseed.co.uk

TOMAS REMIARZ forest gardening expert: Web: http://reallifeforestgardens.com

FREE TRAINING IN ACTIVE HOPE. Active Hope Foundations Training is an online, video-based, course designed to strengthen your ability to make a difference in the world. With Chris Johnstone, Joanna Macy, Rob Hopkins and others, it offers a wealth of regenerative practices for positive change: https://activehope.training

DESIGNED VISIONS. Various permaculture courses, dates, tutors, including Aranya. Please see: www.designedvisions.com

CHARLES DOWDING, growing since 1982, no dig organic gardening and teaching in Somerset, UK. View: www.charlesdowding.co.uk

BRIGHTON PERMACULTURE COURSES. Dates throughout 2023/2024. Phone: 07746 185 927. Web: brightonpermaculture.org.uk

THE BIODYNAMIC AGRICULTURAL COLLEGE offers a range online courses around Biodynamics; “introduction”, “BD Preparations” “New Eyes for Land” and soon more … As well as certified work based trainings and seminars for professional skills in agroecology and biodynamic farming - www.bdacollege.org.uk

BEN LAW’S WOODLAND MANAGEMENT & ROUNDWOOD TIMER FRAMING COURSES. For full details please view: www.ben-law.co.uk

ACS DISTANCE EDUCATION – Personalised courses that you can study from quarantine, we offer expert tutor support, that comes free with 100hr & up purchases. We also offer over 800+ fully customizable modules, in fields such as: Permaculture, Mud Brick Construction, Landscaping, Carpentry, and many more fields. Feel free to get in touch at [email protected] or visit www.acsedu.co.uk or give us a call on 01384 442 752

Does your permaculture course appear on our Course listings pages in the print/digital/online editions? As with our classifieds they also appear on the digital/app editions of the magazine and on our website for the duration of each issue. For details email: [email protected]

THE WILLOWS LAKESIDE RETREAT is an eco glamping site for nature lovers just within the South Downs National Park. Close to Knepp and the RSPB. View: www.thewillowslakesideretreat.com

PEACEFUL GARDEN COTTAGE in North Devon’s area of outstanding natural beauty, perfect for walking, writing or a spiritual retreat. Spacious Christopher Day eco design with wood burner. Standard and small double in linked rooms. Three miles from spectacular coast. View: https://airbnb.com/h/peaceful-garden-cottage

ECO-HOSTEL & CAMPSITE, including Yurts and Tipis in the heart of the South Downs National Park. Family friendly, 55-acre woodland site. Great location for walking and cycling. The Eco-Hostel has been eco-retrofitted. Take a look at the new Longdown Wing, with en suite rooms, organic linen and towels and eco friendly toiletries included. View: www.sustainability-centre.org/accommodation.html

CENTRAL LONDON B&B, family run by Stefan Geyer (Zen in the Art of Permaculture Design). Quote ‘Permaculture’ for 10% discount on standard rooms. Tel: 020 7837 9140. Email: [email protected]. Web: www.stathanshotel.com