Talks, Workshops, Events & Retreats

One of my favorite aspects of my work is the opportunity to connect with people face-to-face through talks, workshops, and retreats.

I’ve had the pleasure of speaking at a variety of events and festivals on topics like food growing, land restoration, community, and our planet’s future. I've also led workshops on mushroom cultivation and permaculture farming, and designed programs for retreats in both the UK and abroad.

My talks are designed to inspire and educate audiences, helping them learn how they can take actionable steps toward growing their own food at home, no matter their living situation.

Speaking Topics Include:

- Building a Regenerative Urban Farm

- How to Grow Your Own Food at Home

- Permaculture 101

- Microgreens & Mushrooms

Formats:

- Keynote Speeches

- Panel Discussions

- Q&A Sessions and Interactive Audience Engagement

- Virtual or In-Person Formats

Aligned to wellness brands, travel companies, or organisations seeking unique eco-retreats.

Host an unforgettable retreat with me, where attendees can connect with nature, learn sustainable living skills, and immerse themselves in regenerative farming practices. I offer both hands-on experiences and guided educational sessions, tailored to your retreat’s goals.

Retreat Themes:

- Permaculture Retreats

- Mushrooms 

- Microgreens

- Urban Farming and Self-Sufficiency

Services Include:

- Curated workshops and activities designed to educate and inspire

- Farm-to-table meals, highlighting organic and regenerative practices

- Guided farm tours and permaculture design lessons

- Collaborative planning to ensure your retreat meets your vision

Retreat Hosting & Immersive Experiences

Previous work

  • Community Festival - Urban Gardening Panel Talk

    Watch clip here.

  • Nourish Community Talk

    Watch clip here.

  • 'Crops Not Shops' - Permaculture in Urban Spaces Talk

  • BackMarket Event @ Inner City School- Growing Microgreens Workshop

  • Zero Waste Cooking School

    Watch clip here.

  • BBC Radio London interview with BackMarket

    Listen to clip here.

  • Seed to Plate Retreat, Tuscany

  • House of Hackney - Mushroom Growing Workshop

  • Permaculture Retreat, Aljezur

    Watch video clip here.

  • VivoLife - Team Talk

Student Testimonials

Laoise

“Jack is one of the best teachers I’ve ever had. He makes complex ideas simple, clear, and truly memorable, with phrases like “foods that taste good together usually grow well together.” I’ve been studying sustainability for years, but I still learn from him — and my beginner friends do too, without ever feeling overwhelmed. As a yoga teacher, I also learned from him how to hold space for others in their learning process. Jack is warm, passionate, generous, and deeply inspiring. I couldn’t recommend him more..”

- Nika

“If you want immersive and fun learning experience, Jack got you! I enjoyed his energy and enthusiasm! The knowledge that he shared is very informative, applicable and easy to remember. He also has an ability to make complex topics approachable, easy and enjoyable!”

Let’s create something together.

I offer a range of services, from Permaculture Design to installing Mushroom and Microgreen Growtainers. I'm also available for talks, retreats and workshops where I can share and teach about a huge range of topics within the permaculture, growing and urban farming world.

With my passion and experience, I can help turn your dreams into reality.

I look forward to hearing from you!

Jack