Events and Activities at Hurst Farm

We have developed a programme of sociable events, projects and activities throughout the year that bring us together to explore and enjoy the natural habitats and woodlands at Hurst Farm.

We welcome you to get involved – a great opportunity to connect to each other and the beauty of the woodland on our doorstep.

Walk With Us

A programme of sociable and educational guided walks and tours, taking place each month.

We meet at the Hurst Farm Community Garden and the walks encourage us to explore the woodland at Hurst Farm in different ways.

The next ‘Walk With Us’ TBC

Wild Works Events

The Wild Works Events take place four times a year and are fun for all the family.

Our last event was an Easter Fun Day in partnership with the Friends of Hurst Farm.

It took place on Saturday 19th April from 11am – 2pm at Farmers View.

Community Volunteer Events

A range of events that encourage social action for the community and nature at Hurst Farm.

Wild Works Community Volunteer Events are planned every month, take place at locations around Hurst Farm and inspire us to do something positive in our neighbourhood.

Look out for family friendly activities such as Litter Picking and Tree Planting and skills based experiences such as Dead Hedging and Coppicing.

Details of our next Volunteer Events are coming soon.

Craft and Woodland Skills

With a 14.4 hectare woodland on our doorstep we are planning a range of courses and groups to encourage you to learn new skills.

More details to follow soon.

Hurst Farm Stories Project

Hurst Farm Stories is an Oral History project that will capture the voices and stories of people who shaped Hurst Farm.

Throughout May and June 2025 Oral History Volunteers will record your stories and memories.

If you have personal experiences of living or working at Hurst Farm we would love to hear from you.

Get in touch with your availability in May and June 2025 if you would like to add your stories and memories.

Or come along to one of the Community Drop-In sessions

27th and 29th May at The Hive from 10am – 3pm.

4th June at Farmers View from 10am – 3pm.

Dry Stone Walling

If you have ever taken a stroll in Hurst Farm you may have noticed the dry stone walls taking shape there.

They are an integral part of the heritage landscape at Hurst Farm and they have fallen into disrepair in places.

Community Rangers and Dry Stone Walling Volunteers have been working to restore this important local landscape feature that will last for generations.

If you are curious about this traditional heritage craft and would like to get involved in some way, why not come along to our Dry Stone Walling Taster Session, taking place every Monday from 10am – 3pm at the Community Garden.

You will meet the Wild Works Community Rangers and Volunteers and find out what is involved.

Volunteer Opportunties

Volunteering is good for our wellbeing. It is a rewarding and positive experience that enables us to use our skills and knowledge to help others.

There are many ways to volunteer with the Wild Works project at Hurst Farm and we have a range of new roles.

The Hurst Farm volunteer roles also provide opportunities for skills development, with a range of training available.

Community Garden

The Hurst Farm Community Garden is located at the top of Hazel Grove adjacent to Farmers View Social Club.

The garden is being developed by volunteers who are turning it into a thriving community space for the people of Hurst Farm.

The first stage of this involves preparing the ground, and volunteers have already cleared a large space of overgrown land and are in the process of building the infrastructure needed to create a functional, secure and attractive community run facility.

There are also opportunities to explore bee keeping.

Produce from the Community Garden will be used to support local community projects such as The Pantry and Milk Churn Café.

KEEP UP TO DATE AND GET IN TOUCH

Follow the Wild Works Project on Facebook and Instagram if you would like to keep up to date with events and activities taking place at Hurst Farm.

Or if you would like to get involved please get in touch.

Email: Ruthie Boys at events@hurstfarm.org.uk

Call and leave a message: Ruthie on 07593 794565

In person: Hurst Farm Community Garden or Milk Churn Cafe, the top of Hazel Grove, Hurst Farm, Matlock, DE4 3ED

info@hurstfarm.co.uk