Welcoming Autumn at The Gardeners’ House

New Events Programme to Celebrate Foraging, Fungi & Nature

As the leaves turn golden and the air grows crisp, The Gardeners’ House in Penzance has announced a rich autumn programme rooted in nature, creativity and community.

Having officially opened in June this year, the West Cornwall charity is now launching its first full autumn programme of events - following a summer of welcoming events which saw almost 1,500 people come through their doors.

With autumn events themed on foraging, fungi, and seasonal craft, there’s something for all ages and interests to enjoy—and a chance to reconnect with the landscapes and stories of West Cornwall.

The Gardeners’ House is a recently restored community hub in Morrab Gardens, after a journey of almost nine years to bring the derelict building back to life The team is dedicated to celebrating the unique stories of West Cornwall, offering a space where the local community can connect both with nature and one another.

Their work includes:

·        A living archive preserving documents, art, books and ephemera that reflect Cornwall’s natural history and the people who have cared for its land.

·        Wellbeing, arts and green projects—including workshops, walks, the sensory garden and a partnership with Sustainable Penzance —designed to nurture both people and place.

·        Creating new community spaces where local voices, past and present, are invited in: to share, learn, explore and to enjoy the beauty of Penzance and the wider Penwith region.

Miki Ashton, director of The Gardeners’ House, said: “Autumn is a time of change, reflection and coming together. Our events are designed to help you enjoy the season—whether by spending time outdoors noticing the beauty of nature, or by joining creative workshops that use natural materials and stories from our archive. Each activity is about connecting past and present, while bringing people together in a friendly and welcoming space.”

 The Gardeners’ House charity received a £2.2 million grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund, as well as a grant of £896,000 from the Penzance Town Deal fund to help realise their vision of bringing the former gardeners’ house in Morrab Gardens back to life. It is the first of the Penzance Town Deal funded projects to open its doors.

 Their Sensory Garden was made possible by generous funding from the Tanner Phoenix Trust and the Emily Bolitho Fund, administered by Cornwall Community Fund.