Waste not, want not workshop series: Transforming the way you think about food and the seasons.

Apples and pork workshop

Every year in the UK, we throw away 6.6 million tonnes of household food waste – much of it perfectly good produce that simply wasn’t used in time. Meanwhile, the cost of living continues to rise, and many of us are looking for practical ways to make our food budget stretch further while eating well.

Over a series of two hour workshops, you’ll learn time-tested techniques for preserving seasonal produce – whether it’s from your garden, local markets, or those yellow-sticker bargains that represent genuine savings and rescue perfectly good food from unnecessary waste.

Eating seasonally isn’t just about saving money or reducing waste (though it does both beautifully). Seasonal eating connects us to the natural rhythms of the year, often provides better nutrition and flavour, and supports local growers and sustainable farming practices. When we preserve food at its peak, we capture not just its taste, but its nutritional value too.

By the end of each workshop, you’ll have the confidence to turn surplus into treasure – transforming those “too good to waste” moments into a well-stocked cupboard that serves you year-round.

What you’ll create and take home: Apples and pork workshop (veggie option available)

During September and October you’ll get hands-on experience using apples we will harvest here in our very own orchard, to create delicious homemade pork and apple pies and sausage and apple rolls – discovering how fruit can enhance savoury preserves and add natural sweetness and moisture to traditional recipes. You’ll leave with more than just new skills: each participant will receive a recipe card too. Please note we need to know about any dietary requirements in advance so we can accommodate your needs – simply email us at contact@hohcharity.co.uk when booking, and we’ll ensure everyone can fully participate and enjoy the workshop.

Workshop details

Grow, Cook, Share, Care is a Hands of Hope programme engaging vulnerable groups, those with complex needs, families, especially those living in food poverty, and older people, in learning, wellness and social activities aligned to growing, cooking, and nature.

Suitable for anyone over 50 and young carers. Priority for these spaces will be given to people meeting the above criteria.

There is no charge for this workshop, donations are always welcome!

Please ensure you arrive ten minutes before the start time to ensure we can get everyone registered.