Fungi Exploration on the Lizard
with Nathan Orr
20th-23rd October 2023
Early Bird Bookings before 1st of March 20% off!
What the weekend has in store...
Come join fungi enthusiast, ecologist and arboriculturist Nathan Orr for a indepth mycology experience. Spend a weekend on the beautiful Lizard Peninsular looking at, and for, the vastly diverse fungi this rich landscape has to offer. Discuss what the critical role of fungi are in the environment, learn how to find them and to understand the process of identification. Nathan will be bringing his microscope and ID tools, helping you to prepare spore prints, microscope slides and deepening your knowledge at the finds with you.
In addition, Nathan will also be sharing tips and tricks for fungi photography. Please note, this is not a foraging weekend, this is a deep immersion in the ecology of fungi, its importance in our ecosystems as well as a great way to spend hours wandering in one of our most beautiful landscapes settings.
We will be taking a mycelium meander through stunning landscapes and ancient lands, discovering the world of fungi and the hidden but essential part they play. With ancient woodlands and untilled grasslands either at Treglossick farm or close at hand, the prognosis is good for a fine assemblage of fungi! The weekend is fully inclusive of three meals a day, stay in the 15th Century Farmhouse with all bedding and towels provided so, just bring your kit and get out there, discovering a whole new world.
About Nathan Orr
Nathan is an ecologist and arboriculturist of 20 years. His interest in fungi started 8 years ago and has quickly grown into a passion. He is a volunteer Ranger with the Mendip Hills AONB, where he has led several walks and is bringing his knowledge to the peninsular to see what he can find there. He would love for you to join him on this journey! Check him on Instagram to see the fungi, slime moulds and other creatures he has found @nate_orr_what.
The itinerary...
Friday
Arrive after 1700
Find your beautiful room for the weekend
Sit and dine,
meet and greet – introduction and icebreaking
Intro to fungi
Fires and rest
Saturday
0900
Lazy Breakfast
1000-1230
Local walk, woods, and meadow, sample collection, beach with optional swim
1300-1400
Wholesome lunch at the house
free-time
1500-1800
Collection ID and Spore print preparation
1900
Warming dinner, fires, and chit chat
Sunday
0900
Lazy Breakfast
1030-1200
Walk at the rewilding place, fungi photography hints and tips
1300-1400
Hearty lunch in the woods, head back to the house
free-time
1530-1800
ID assemblage and spore print prep
1900
Dinner, and Fireside chit chat about all that has been learned
Monday
0900
Lazy Breakfast and depart
About your Treglossick Host...
Hi, I'm Fleur, I have worn many cloaks in this life from 15 years in hospitality to 10 years in ecology and design to 8 years of transforming places and generating beauty. I have owned my own Indonesian restaurant, managed boutique hotels and worked with a renowned French wedding caterer. In this experience, I bring you a world of cuisine, A1 hosting and a whole load of attention to detail. As an ecological designer, I invite you to explore this area with a gentle appreciation for the local wildlife while encouraging you to forage responsibly to enjoy the fruits, vegetation and wonderful creatures we sustainably harvest.
Rooms and prices
All prices are fully inclusive of meals, snacks, tea/coffee, linen, towels, toiletries and fun!
Superking Booked
£400 pp
based on two sharing
1 available
(single occupancy £600) £700)
King room
£200 pp
Based on two sharing
2 available (only one left)
(single occupancy £500)
Double room
£200pp
Based on two sharing
3 available only one left
(single occupancy £400)
Twin room
£200 pp
Based on two sharing
1 available
Whiskers and Hectors (outbuildings)
£200 pp
based on two sharing
Only 1 available
(single occupancy £300)
Park your camper!
£200 pp
Space for 2 campers
Day tickets:
£55 per day (includes Lunch) or £90 for both days!
