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At Zero Mile Gardens, we dream of a world in which everyone has access to healthy,and sustainable local food, and abundant food growing spaces.

We run a variety of events with like-minded organisations and individuals to help us in this mission: training sessions and workshops, as well as joyful community events like open days, picnics, or garden parties.

Practical Food Growing Experience

Get real, hands-on experience in sustainable food growing with guidance from knowledgeable instructors. Learn techniques that can be applied not only in your personal garden but also in community food growing spaces, supporting local wildlife, reducing food waste, and contributing to a stronger, fairer food system..

Build a Network with Like-Minded People

Connect with others who share your passion for the environment, local food, and building a fairer food system. Together, we work within and beyond Zero Mile Gardens, partnering with other organizations and individuals to create a thriving community and support wildlife—while addressing critical issues like food poverty and the climate emergency.

Grow Your Garden and Support the Common Good

Take home practical tips and techniques that you can apply in your own garden, whether it’s a small balcony or a larger space. These skills don’t just benefit you—they’re tools you can use to contribute to your wider community, helping to grow food for the common good and foster a better local food system.

Mastering Compost: Tips, Techniques, and Troubleshooting with Nicky Scott

Saturday 27 September 2-5 pm, Emmanuel Hall (EX41EJ)

£13

Join composting expert Nicky Scott (Dr. Compost) for a practical, informative workshop on making top-quality compost at home or in your community. Learn how to improve soil health, troubleshoot common composting issues, and source the right materials — plus get inspired by local community projects and explore the composting setup at Emmanuel Hall.

Packed with tips, tools, and takeaways — great for anyone looking to compost with confidence, cut down on waste, and reducing reliance on shop-bought compost.

Refreshments included.

Nicky Scott has been fascinated with composting since working for Powlings Compost whilst at school. In the 1990’s he helped set up the first community composting project in Devon which has now grown into a community business in Chagford, called Proper Job.

Nicky became the co-ordinator of the Devon Community Composting Network and the chair of the National Community Composting Network for many years. He has worked with the New Economics Foundation, the Open University, the Complexity University and advised the Community Composting Network and Social Farms and gardens and has been invited to speak at many conferences and seminars in the UK and abroad.