Wine & Foraging

Sunday 25th April 2027 | 10am to 3pm | £75 per person

A little bit wild. A lot-a-bit winey. A very good way to spend a Sunday.

Join us for a day of foraging, food and wine with Jane Simmons, The Hitchin Forager.

We’ll meet at The Plough at Kings Walden Hitchin at 10am, then head to a beautiful local woodland location nearby.

Once there, Jane will lead us on a guided forage, showing us what to look for, what to leave well alone, and how the wild ingredients growing around us can find their way onto our plates.

Jane has worked with chefs and restaurants across the region and beyond, bringing the wonders of the natural world into professional kitchens. Her experience includes consulting with Chef Chantelle Nicholson’s Michelin Green Star restaurant in Mayfair, where foraged ingredients are a regular feature on the menu.

Along the way, we’ll stop for a warming bowl of wild mushroom soup and drop of brandy before continuing our walk and forage.

Then it’s time to settle in for a hearty lunch and guided wine tasting, before heading back to our original meeting point around 3pm.

Your ticket includes

🍄 Guided foraging walk with Jane Simmons

🥣 Wild mushroom soup during the walk

🍽️ Hearty lunch

🍷 Guided wine tasting

Tickets are £75 per person.

Come hungry, wear sensible shoes and prepare to look at the hedgerows rather differently afterwards.

Before you book

What to wear

We’ll be outdoors in April, so please dress for the weather. Sensible waterproof footwear is strongly recommended, along with warm layers and a waterproof coat.

Terrain

The forage will take place in a natural woodland / nature reserve setting, so expect uneven ground, mud, roots and potentially slippery paths.

Weather

The event will go ahead in most weather conditions. If severe weather means we need to make any changes, we’ll contact ticket holders directly.

Dietary requirements

Please let us know about any dietary requirements or allergies when booking so we can plan accordingly.

Accessibility

Because of the nature of the terrain, this event may not be suitable for everyone with limited mobility. If you have any accessibility questions, please get in touch before booking and we’ll happily talk through the day with you.

Foraging safely

All foraging will be guided by Jane. Please only pick or eat wild ingredients as directed during the event.

Timings

We’ll meet at The Plough at 10am and aim to return at around 3pm. Please arrive promptly as the wall will be start shortly after the group has gathered.

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