Surf n Turf for young children with Jane Mather
2024-07-02 10:30 - 23:15 UTC | Ross Institute, Hallkirk
Jane will share tales of fishing, farming and a few magical creatures! We’ll talk about another historic industry in our craft activity: Decorating a wee bit of Caithness flagstone to take home.

Surf n Turf for older children with Jane Mather
2024-07-02 11:30 - 12:30 | Ross Institute, Hallkirk

Coastworks for the sma’ and ta’ with Alex Patience
2024-07-05 13:00 - 15:00 | Ross Institute, Hallkirk
Stories of work on the the Caithness land and coast with Alex Patience. Try your hand at an industry craft as well while you’re at it.

Winds of Change with Doreen Leith
2024-07-13 11:00 - 12:30 | Ross Institute, Hallkirk
From peat-cutting, through oil refineries and to the wind turbines, Doreen will give a presentation on the power industries of Caithness.

Jane Mather - Hands-on stories (suited for kids up to 7yo)
2024-10-12 12:00 - 14:00 | Ross Institute, Hallkirk
In a family-friendly workshop inspired by the rich geology and archaeology of Caithness, from fossil fish of Lake Orcadie to megaliths and Brochs, Jane will share stories of the past and encourage participants to imagine a fossil of the future… something our society might leave behind that will tell a story about how we live.
https://tracscotland.org/storytellers/jane-mather/

Alex Patience - We All Love Steens - Big & Sma Bairns (ages 7+)
2024-10-12 15:00 - 17:00 | Ross Institute, Hallkirk
The use of stone in Caithness culture dates back to around 3000BC but walk any beach or road and your eyes catch ‘a steen thit jist needs picken up’ and holds our history. Alex hands the attendees a stone craft to take home and a celebration of stories.
https://tracscotland.org/storytellers/alexandria-patience/

Greg MacAllein: Old Fish, New Bones (for adults)
2024-10-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Ross Institute, Hallkirk
Griogair will guide us through layers of stone, from pondering on pebbles to the meaning and placement of rock monuments by people long ago. This will be an excavation of entrenched stories, deeply held beliefs and some of the oldest tales known to man.
https://tracscotland.org/storytellers/greg-dawson-allen/

Plant-Drawing Workshop on 7th Apr at Thurso Greenhouses
2026-04-07 10:00 - 13:00 | Thurso Community Greenhouse, Beach Road, Caithness, Highland, KW14 7BL, United Kingdom
Drawing workshop for people awaiting diagnosis for physical conditions
This session will welcome conversation and experiences of waiting for diagnoses and the effect it can have.
All materials will be provided
Workshop Schedule:

Time
Activity

10am – 10.15
Introductions

10.15 – 10.30
Handing out notebooks & describing what we’ll do

10.30 – 11.00
Indoor plant drawing

11.00 – 11.20
Tea and coffee

11.20 – 12.20
Outdoor plant drawing

12.20 – 12.30
Sharing and chatting

12.30- 12.45
Add to the Carnival of Plants banner

12.45 – 1pm
filling in a survey & winding down

This session will be:

– relaxed
– children welcome
– option to be seated throughout
– open to people of all ages

Accessibility:
– parking close by
– uneven paving
– steps up to the toilet

Please send any questions you have to sidhcart@gmail.co.uk

Plant-Drawing Workshop on 11th Apr Thurso Greenhouses
2026-04-11 13:00 - 16:00 | Thurso Community Greenhouse, Beach Road, Caithness, Highland, KW14 7BL, United Kingdom
Drawing workshop for people awaiting diagnosis for physical conditions
This session will welcome conversation and experiences of waiting for diagnoses of physical health conditions and the effect it can have.
All materials will be provided

Workshop Schedule:

Time
Activity

1pm – 1.15
Introductions

1.15 – 1.30
Handing out notebooks & describing what we’ll do

1.30 – 2.00
Indoor plant drawing

2.00 – 2.20
Tea and coffee

2.20 – 3.20
Outdoor plant drawing

3.20 – 3.30
Sharing and chatting

3.30 – 3.50
Add to the Carnival of Plants banner

3.50 – 4pm
filling in a survey & winding down

Please send any questions you have to sidhcart@gmail.co.uk
This session will be:

– relaxed
– option to be seated throughout
– open to people of all ages

Accessibility:
– parking close by
– uneven paving
– steps up to the toilet

Plant-drawing Workshop on Tue 14th Apr Flow Country
2026-04-14 13:00 - 17:00 | Forsinard Flow County, A897, Forsinard, Caithness, KW13 6YT, United Kingdom
Drawing workshop for people awaiting diagnosis for cognitive conditions
This session will welcome conversation and experiences of waiting for diagnoses and the effect it can have.
All materials will be provided. You can either meet us at Thurso train station to catch the train down, or at Forsinard.
Workshop Schedule:

Time
Activity

12.45 – 13.06
Meet at Thurso Train Station to catch the 13.06 train. Tickets provided

13.06 – 13.45
Train journey

13.45 – 14.00
Handing out notebooks, describing what we’ll do (Forsinard Visitor Centre)

14.00 – 15.20
Outdoor plant drawing

15.20 – 15.45
Sharing and chatting at the Forsinard Education Centre

15.45 – 16.15
Adding to the Carnival of Plants Banner

16.15 – 16.30
filling in a survey & winding down

16.30 – 17.00pm
Returning to the train station

17.06 – 17.50
Train journey to Thurso station (ticket provided)

This session will be:

– quiet
– structured
– open to people of all ages

Accessibility:
– blue badge holder parking
– Trail boardwalk which is not suitable for people of all abilities
– accessible toilet at the visitor centre
Please see https://www.rspb.org.uk/days-out/reserves/forsinard-flows/facilities for more details about accessibility.

Plant-drawing Workshop Sat 18th Apr Flow Country
2026-04-18 13:00 - 17:00 | Forsinard Flow County, A897, Forsinard, Caithness, KW13 6YT, United Kingdom
Drawing workshop for people awaiting diagnosis for cognitive conditions (under 30)
All materials will be provided. You can either meet us at Thurso train station to catch the train down, or at Forsinard.

Workshop Schedule:

Time
Activity

12.45 – 13.06
Meet at Thurso Train Station to catch the 13.06 train. Tickets provided

13.06 – 13.45
Train journey

13.45 – 14.00
Handing out notebooks, describing what we’ll do (Forsinard Visitor Centre)

14.00 – 15.20
Outdoor plant drawing

15.20 – 15.45
Sharing and chatting at the Forsinard Education Centre

15.45 – 16.15
Adding to the Carnival of Plants Banner

16.15 – 16.30
filling in a survey & winding down

16.30 – 17.00pm
Returning to the train station

17.06 – 17.50
Train journey to Thurso station (ticket provided)

Please send any questions you have to sidhcart@gmail.co.uk

This session will be:

– structured
– open to people ages 18 to 30

Accessibility:
– blue badge holder parking
– Trail boardwalk which is not suitable for people of all abilities
– accessible toilet at the visitor centre
Please see https://www.rspb.org.uk/days-out/reserves/forsinard-flows/facilities for more details about accessibility.

Plant-drawing Workshop Tue 21 Apr Forse of Nature
2026-04-21 10:00 - 13:00 | Forse of Nature, Forse House, Latheron, Caithness, KW5 6DG, United Kingdom
Drawing workshop for People awaiting treatment for physical conditions , small children welcome
This session will welcome conversation and experiences of waiting for diagnoses and the effect it can have.
All materials will be provided

Workshop Schedule:

Time
Activity

10am – 10.15
Introductions

10.15 – 10.30
Handing out notebooks & describing what we’ll do

10.30 – 11.00
Indoor plant drawing

11.00 – 11.20
Tea and coffee

11.20 – 12.20
Outdoor plant drawing

12.20 – 12.30
Sharing and chatting

12.30- 12.45
Add to the Carnival of Plants banner

12.45 – 1pm
filling in a survey & winding down

Please send any questions you have to sidhcart@gmail.co.uk
This session will be:

– relaxed
– small children welcome
– option to be seated throughout
– open to people of all ages

Accessibility:
– wheelchair accessible
– accessible toilet with pull cord and railing
– 2 blue badge holder parking spaces
For more information on accessibility, visit https://forseofnature.com/accessibility-and-inclusivity-information/

Plant-drawing Workshop Sat 25 Apr Forse of Nature
2026-04-25 13:00 - 16:00 | Forse of Nature, Forse House, Latheron, Caithness, KW5 6DG, United Kingdom
Drawing workshop for People awaiting treatment for physical conditions
This session will welcome conversation and experiences of waiting for diagnoses and the effect it can have.
All materials will be provided

Workshop Schedule:

Time
Activity

1pm – 1.15
Introductions

1.15 – 1.30
Handing out notebooks & describing what we’ll do

1.30 – 2.00
Indoor plant drawing

2.00 – 2.20
Tea and coffee

2.20 – 3.20
Outdoor plant drawing

3.20 – 3.30
Sharing and chatting

3.30 – 3.50
Add to the Carnival of Plants banner

3.50 – 4pm
filling in a survey & winding down

Please send any questions you have to sidhcart@gmail.co.uk
This session will be:

– relaxed
– option to be seated throughout
– open to people of all ages

Accessibility:
– wheelchair accessible
– accessible toilet with pull cord and railing
– 2 blue badge holder parking spaces
For more information on accessibility, visit https://forseofnature.com/accessibility-and-inclusivity-information/

Plant-Drawing Workshop Tue 28th Apr Thrumster House
2026-04-28 10:00 - 13:00 | Thrumster House, Thrumster Estates,, Wick, Caithness, KW1 5TX, United Kingdom
People awaiting treatment for neurodivergencies

Neurodivergence refers to brain functioning, learning, and behavior that differs from the societal “standard,” divided into innate (from birth, e.g., autism, ADHD, dyslexia, Tourette’s, Down Syndrome) or acquired (developed later via trauma, illness, or injury, e.g., PTSD, ABI, dementia). Both forms represent non-typical cognitive styles. This session will welcome conversation and experiences of waiting for diagnoses for cognitive conditions and the effect it can have.

These sessions are run by an artist as an inclusive practise, not a clinical practitioner. If you usually have a carer with you, please bring them along.

All materials will be provided.

This session will be:

– structured
– open to people of all ages

Accessibility:
– steps
– uneven ground
For more information on accessibility, please contact askus@thrumster.co.uk

Workshop Schedule:

Time
Activity

10am – 10.15
Introductions

10.15 – 10.30
Handing out notebooks & describing what we’ll do

10.30 – 11.00
Indoor plant drawing

11.00 – 11.20
Tea and coffee

11.20 – 12.20
Outdoor plant drawing

12.20 – 12.30
Sharing and chatting

12.30- 12.45
Add to the Carnival of Plants banner

12.45 – 1pm
filling in a survey & winding down

Email sidhchailleannart@gmail.com

Plant-drawing workshop on Sat 2nd May at Thrumster House
2026-05-02 13:00 - 16:00 | Thrumster House, Thrumster Estates,, Wick, Caithness, KW1 5TX, United Kingdom
People awaiting treatment for neurodivergencies

This session will welcome conversation and experiences of waiting for diagnoses for cognitive conditions and the effect it can have.

These sessions are run by an artist as an inclusive practise, not a clinical practitioner. If you usually have a carer with you, please bring them along.

All materials will be provided.
Workshop Schedule:

Time
Activity

1pm – 1.15
Introductions

1.15 – 1.30
Handing out notebooks & describing what we’ll do

1.30 – 2.00
Indoor plant drawing

2.00 – 2.20
Tea and coffee

2.20 – 3.20
Outdoor plant drawing

3.20 – 3.30
Sharing and chatting

3.30 – 3.50
Add to the Carnival of Plants banner

3.50 – 4pm
filling in a survey & winding down

This session will be:

– structured
– open to people ages 18 to 30

Accessibility:
– steps
– uneven ground
For more information on accessibility, please contact askus@thrumster.co.uk

Email sidhchailleannart@gmail.com with any questions you have

Plant-drawing Workshop on Tue 5th May at Dunnet Forest
2026-05-05 13:00 - 16:00 | Dunnet Forest, A836, Dunnet, Caithness, KW14 8XD, United Kingdom
For people managing symptoms of physical health conditions

This session will welcome conversation and experiences of the management of physical health conditions and the effect it can have.

These sessions are run by an artist as an inclusive practise, not a clinical practitioner. If you usually have a carer with you, please bring them along.

All materials will be provided.

Workshop Schedule:

Time
Activity

1pm – 1.15
Introductions

1.15 – 1.30
Handing out notebooks & describing what we’ll do

1.30 – 2.00
Indoor plant drawing

2.00 – 2.20
Tea and coffee

2.20 – 3.20
Outdoor plant drawing

3.20 – 3.30
Sharing and chatting

3.30 – 3.50
Add to the Carnival of Plants banner

3.50 – 4pm
filling in a survey & winding down

Email sidhchailleannart@gmail.com

This session will be:

– relaxed
– open to people of all ages
– young children welcome
– chatty

Accessibility:

– wheelchair accessible with a dedicated all-abilities trail
– no toilets (nearest at Seadrift Centre)
For more information on accessibility, please visit https://dunnetcommunityforest.org/your-forest/

Plant-drawing workshop on Sat 9th May at Dunnet Forest
2026-05-09 13:00 - 16:00 | Dunnet Forest, A836, Dunnet, Caithness, KW14 8XD, United Kingdom
For people managing symptoms of physical health conditions

This session will welcome conversation and experiences of the management of physical health conditions and the effect it can have.

These sessions are run by an artist as an inclusive practise, not a clinical practitioner. If you usually have a carer with you, please bring them along.

All materials will be provided.

Workshop Schedule:

Time
Activity

1pm – 1.15
Introductions

1.15 – 1.30
Handing out notebooks & describing what we’ll do

1.30 – 2.00
Indoor plant drawing

2.00 – 2.20
Tea and coffee

2.20 – 3.20
Outdoor plant drawing

3.20 – 3.30
Sharing and chatting

3.30 – 3.50
Add to the Carnival of Plants banner

3.50 – 4pm
filling in a survey & winding down

Email sidhchailleannart@gmail.com

This session will be:

– relaxed
– open to people of all ages

Accessibility:

– wheelchair accessible with a dedicated all-abilities trail
– no toilets (nearest at Seadrift Centre)
For more information on accessibility, please visit https://dunnetcommunityforest.org/your-forest/

Plant-drawing workshop on Tue 12th May at the Seadrift Centre
2026-05-12 10:00 - 13:00 | Seadrift Centre, Seadrift Visitor Centre, Dunnet Bay Caravan Site, Wick, Caithness, KW14 8XD, United Kingdom
For people managing symptoms of cognitive health conditions.

This session will welcome conversation and experiences of people managing the symptoms of cognitive conditions and the effect it can have.

These sessions are run by an artist as an inclusive practise, not a clinical practitioner. If you usually have a carer with you, please bring them along.

All materials will be provided.

Workshop Schedule:

Time
Activity

10am – 10.15
Introductions

10.15 – 10.30
Handing out notebooks & describing what we’ll do

10.30 – 11.00
Indoor plant drawing

11.00 – 11.20
Tea and coffee

11.20 – 12.20
Outdoor plant drawing

12.20 – 12.30
Sharing and chatting

12.30- 12.45
Add to the Carnival of Plants banner

12.45 – 1pm
filling in a survey & winding down

This session will be:

– structured
– open to people of all ages
– option to be seated throughout

Accessibility:
– no step-free toilets
– not wheelchair accessible
For more information on accessibility, please contact sidhchailleannart@gmail.com

Plant-drawing workshop on Sat 16th May at the Seadrift Centre
2026-05-16 13:00 - 16:00 | Seadrift Centre, Seadrift Visitor Centre, Dunnet Bay Caravan Site, Wick, Caithness, KW14 8XD, United Kingdom
For people managing symptoms of cognitive health conditions.

This session will welcome conversation and experiences of people managing the symptoms of cognitive conditions and the effect it can have.

These sessions are run by an artist as an inclusive practise, not a clinical practitioner. If you usually have a carer with you, please bring them along.

All materials will be provided.

Workshop Schedule:

Time
Activity

1pm – 1.15
Introductions

1.15 – 1.30
Handing out notebooks & describing what we’ll do

1.30 – 2.00
Indoor plant drawing

2.00 – 2.20
Tea and coffee

2.20 – 3.20
Outdoor plant drawing

3.20 – 3.30
Sharing and chatting

3.30 – 3.50
Add to the Carnival of Plants banner

3.50 – 4pm
filling in a survey & winding down

This session will be:

– relaxed
– open to people of ages 18 to 30
– option to be seated throughout

Accessibility:
– no step-free toilets
– not wheelchair accessible
For more information on accessibility, please contact sidhchailleannart@gmail.com

Hapazome with Garance Warburton
2026-05-23 11:00 - 13:00 | Forse of Nature, Forse House, Latheron, Caithness, KW5 6DG, United Kingdom
Hapazome

Try Hapazome, the art of getting plants to dye fabric through hitting them with a hammer!

Suits all ages
Drop in, but book a space to get the full experience
Outside in the walled garden
From 11am- 1pm (with a wander around the grounds)
From 2pm – 4pm (with a wander around the grounds)

Let us know if you have any questions by emailing sidhcart@gmail.com

"Hans' Tree of Life"
2026-05-23 12:15 - 12:30 | Forse of Nature, Forse House, Latheron, Caithness, KW5 6DG, United Kingdom
Debut Performance by the Caithness Handbell Ringers

This is an extraordinary opportunity to hear the debut performance of a piece of music composed for the Carnival of Plants.
Katrina Gordon worked with Thurso resident Han Mainland to compose a piece of music for handbells, flute and plant. The piece expresses the experience of living with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, a connective tissue disorder.
Han lives with this condition, and with a joy and whim which produced the idea of including a plant synthesiser in this music. The handbells set the cheerful tone of this piece, while the plant provides a subtle and unnoticeable intrusion at first. Flute comes in with a tune which is neither major nor minor but something in between, with the high airy notes symbolising the delight which Han enjoys video games and time with friends. Then the plant takes a more centralised position. The synthesiser picks up minute changes in the water content of the plant’s leaves, and the soil – these changes are converted into sound by the synth. There is noticably more sound produced when the plant is interacted with, but significantly, the sounds produced are not in time with the music: they are not predictable, they are not controllable. This mirrors the way that a health condition affects every day life. It is always there, sometimes quiet, sometimes louder, but always present.
It is an honour to be able to host this collaboration, and the performance will be a treat.
Book a ticket for a guaranteed seat, but do know that you will be able to come in and stand for the performance. Booking is not essential for a standing ticket!
The venue is downstairs, with accessible ramps, an accessible toilet on the same floor and we are happy to hear about any adjustments you may need.
The performance will be filmed, and we ask you to let us know on the day if you would not like to be filmed – we will make sure that you are not included in any publicised footage.
Find out more:
Katrina Gordon – Composer
Caithness Handbell Ringers
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome

Linoprinting with Ellie Sheales
2026-05-23 13:00 - 16:00 | Forse of Nature, Forse House, Latheron, Caithness, KW5 6DG, United Kingdom
Linoprinting – plant theme

Do some plant-themed linoprinting with Ellie

10 spaces
1:1 support
suitable for ages 18+
working on the theme of plants – bring your ideas and get the benefit of experienced guidance in this beautiful location
in “The Snug” (downstairs at Forse of Nature)

Take a look at more of Ellies work here: https://www.facebook.com/p/Ellie-Sheales-Art-61578239805238/
Send any questions to sidhcart@gmail.com

Foraging Workshop with Amanda Williamson
2026-05-24 11:00 - 16:00 | Forse of Nature, Forse House, Latheron, Caithness, KW5 6DG, United Kingdom
Foraging Workshop with Amanda from Nature’s Path Natural Ways

Make some floral and botanical beverages with Amanda

Learn about foraging
Make your own refreshments
Sessions from 11am – 1pm and 2pm – 4pm
Suitable for ages 8+ (under 18’s to be accompanied by an adult)
Let us know any allergies in advance!

See more about the amazing food and work that Amanda does here: https://www.facebook.com/NaturesPathNaturalWays/
Visit the Hidden Lane in Thurso in person or see their Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheHiddenLaneThurso
Send any questions to sidhcart@gmail.com

Felting Workshop with Eleanor Lee
2026-05-24 12:30 - 15:30 | Forse of Nature, Forse House, Latheron, Caithness, KW5 6DG, United Kingdom
Felt 3D plants with Eleanor Lee

Eleanor will guide you through the felting process so you end up with a felted plant of your very own

materials provided
bring an idea to work on if you like
suitable for people at all levels from beginner to expert
relaxed, fun session
booking essential

Find out more about Eleanor’s work here https://www.sidhchailleannart.com/eleanor-lee-casf/ and visit her Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091556659018
Send any questions to sidhcart@gmail.com

Sound and Forest Baths
2026-05-24 13:00 - 16:00 | Forse of Nature, Forse House, Latheron, Caithness, KW5 6DG, United Kingdom
Sound and Forest baths with Haven House Healing

Join Lisa McDonald in immersive, soothing sounds and nature in one of 2 sessions. Lisa knows the venue and her craft well – this is a great opportunity to experience the potentials of sound as therapeutic

Each session will include a sound bath and a forest bath
Suitable for people of all ages
Under 18’s to be accompanied by an adult
Give yourself the grace to try something new
Sessions from 1pm – 2pm and 3pm – 4pm
Downstairs at Forse of Nature – wheelchair accessible

Find out more about Lisa’s practise on here website here: https://havenhousehealing.com/
Send any questions to sidhcart@gmail.com

Life Drawing: Queer Body
2026-06-07 10:00 - 15:00 | Haven Coffee Shop, 1-3 Brabster St, Thurso, Cathness, KW14 7AP, United Kingdom
Life drawing session which celebrates the queer body
This session will be held to rase money fro 2 LGBTQIA+ charities: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ and https://lgbthealth.org.uk/

Clothed model in the same pose throughout both sessions
Bring your own materials, and something to put on the floor to catch paint/dust if you think you could make some mess (extra art!).
No previous drawing experience is needed – this is a welcoming and supportive environment
Morning session from 10am – 12pm (with gentle guidance) and the afternoon from 1pm – 3pm. You are welcome to book onto one or both.
5 min breaks at each hour, and people are welcome to go to the bathroom, and take their own breaks throughout
You can book an easel, a stool (bring your own if you can) or a sofa/floor space
This is not a step-free space, there are narrow stairs to get up

If you have any questions, please get in touch at sidhcart@gmail.com.
This will above all be a time to support the queer, trans and LGBTQIA+ community who live with us and over the seas. This will be a non-judgemental, welcoming space where difference is celebrated.
We would like artworks to be included in a mini exhibition from 20th – 27th June. Artworks can be mounted on the easels, or displayed in another way.

Life Drawing 16th Aug
2026-08-16 13:30 - 15:30 | Haven Coffee Shop, 1-3 Brabster St, Thurso, Cathness, KW14 7AP, United Kingdom
Life Drawing Sessions

Open to all experience levels, there will be guidance for those who would like it
Accessible – let us know what adjustments we can make by emailing sidhcart@gmail.com to discuss attendance comfortable for you
Bring sketchbooks, paper and materials – if you are working with paint or similar, bring something to protect the floor with (we might have spare material too!)
Please arrive at 1.15 to set up. We will not be able to open the door to latecomers but there will be a break half way through
No photos or filming in the space
Nude model
This is a respectful and thoughtful space. Please read the Code of Conduct and understand the importance of it.
Trigger warning: these sessions will be places where physical and cognitive health conditions are apparent. We invite you to reach out if you have any questions about the sessions.
For ages 18+
If you are interested in modelling, please get in touch at sidhcart@gmail.com.
Take a look at our Concession Form to see if you qualify. if so, fill out the information on the concession ticket, and let us know any adjustments we can make for your attendance

Life Drawing 30th Aug
2026-08-30 13:30 - 15:30 | Haven Coffee Shop, 1-3 Brabster St, Thurso, Cathness, KW14 7AP, United Kingdom

Therapeutic Horticulture 1 day course
2026-09-01 09:30 - 15:30 | Haven Coffee Shop, 1-3 Brabster St, Thurso, Cathness, KW14 7AP, United Kingdom
We are delighted to be running the first of a series of training courses for artists and community workers across Caithness. This series is funded in part by Camster Windfarm administered by Foundation Scotland, and in part from Dounreay

What the course will cover:
An Introduction to Therapeutic Horticulture (1 Day Course)
What is TH? What does it look like? Where does it happen? How does it benefit wellbeing and health? Find the answers to these questions and more in this basic level, introductory day course.

What will you learn ?

Understand what Therapeutic Horticulture (TH) is
Explore the variety of different types of TH, gardens and practitioners
Appreciate the benefits to social, emotional and physical health of TH
Find out how an ‘adaptive gardening’ approach enables person-centred TH activities
Understand what Social and Therapeutic Horticulture (TH) spaces are
Explore the theory and practical steps in TH garden design and the design process including accessibility and inclusivity, circulation and orientation, plant selection, sensory gardens
Also consider the wellbeing outcomes of shelter, social and private spaces; connection with nature; restoration and disconnection from daily routine
Find out about the careers in TH, Profession , Association and PDA and other training & support avaible

How is it delivered?

In-person training with experienced Trellis staff
Interactive sessions using a combination of slides, breakout tasks, quizzes, video clips etc , with time for Q&A, and group discussions.
Downloadable course notes and Trellis web resources avaible

Who should attend?
This is a basic level course . Its open to all beginners and those with little knowledge of TH or at the beginning of a TH career journey.

Anyone interested in/already involved in gardening activity and health
Anyone interested in/already delivering nature-connection activities

Professionals and volunteers supporting wellbeing, working in settings such as:

Health e.g. nurses, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, link workers with an interest in Green Health
Care e.g. managers, care staff, activity co-ordinators
Education e.g. teachers, classroom assistants, those specialising in additional and Special Educational Needs support
Community and Specialist support groups e.g. mental health, dementia, homelessness, cancer support, welfare support

CPD Accredited
Greenhouse & Artspace Accessibility:
Art space: First half of the day.

Up one flight of stairs to meet at the Sidh C Art Space
unisex bathroom on the same floor
seats of varying heights including sofas

Walk from Art space to Greenhouses: 7 min walk with around 2 road crossings
Greenhouse: Second half of the day

uneven paths
steep incline to enter the greenhouses
step to the unisex toilet

Please email sidhchailleannart@gmail.com to discuss access requirements

www.trellisscotland.org.uk

Bug Drawing Adult Workshop
2026-09-03 14:30 - 2026-11-06 16:30 | Haven Coffee Shop, 1-3 Brabster St, Thurso, Cathness, KW14 7AP, United Kingdom
Bug specimen drawing workshops for adults in Caithness at the Haven Coffee Shop. Please bring your own supplies such as pencils/paints/etc and we will be observationally drawing bug specimens.
Please review the Code of conduct & safeguarding policies before attending workshops.
Take a look at the Concession form to see if you qualify and email at the address below to discuss possible adjustments
Any questions? Feel free to email sidhcart@gmail.com!
