At a time when interest in vegetable growing is at a level that’s been unknown for decades we are delighted to offer a comprehensive one day course covering all the basics of vegetable gardening – and more! It will include all the essentials for growing under glass, pest control and everything you need to know to ensure that your plot is productive all year round. We will also be looking at a wide range of techniques that are essential for success from seed sowing to harvest for maximum yields and even how to hoe! The aim is to provide all the information that’s needed to ensure maximum output for minimal input from plot or pot plus advice on choosing the best varieties and new exotic vegetables so that you will always be growing produce to be proud of!

Matthew Biggs is a broadcaster and writer and has been a professional gardener for over 25 years. He presented Channel 4’s ‘Garden Club’, is a panel member on ‘Gardeners’ Question Time’, the author of ‘Gardening at Eden – and how to do it at home’ and ‘Matthew Biggs’ Complete Book of Vegetables’ which was translated into five languages.