What's on in Highford

Devon, England

Highford sits snugly in Devon where the river flows past and the air feels a bit more relaxed than the rest of the country. There is usually a market stall set up near the square if you fancy some local produce, and the community centre often hosts a family night that keeps even the grumpiest neighbours entertained. The library runs story hours when the rain decides to stay indoors, while the village hall puts on plays that make you forget about your mortgage for an hour or two. You can find out what is going on without having to trudge through a dozen websites before bed, because we have already sorted it all into one tidy list.

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Growing Perennial Vegetables – The Future of Farming and Food

We’re excited for you to join us for a very special event at Birch Farm, of The Collective at Woolsery, marking the end of our first full year growing perennial vegetables at scale and developing them as a viable and delicious food source. At Birch Farm, we believe perennialfoods will play a crucial role in building resilient, biodiverse farming systems in the face of a changing climate. By integrating Food Forest principles and perennial growing systems into our existing market garden model—rooted in Natural Farming and agroforestry—we aim to inspire others to reimagine how we grow, cook, and eat. Why Attend? Over the past year (2025), we’ve been on a journey of discovery—experimenting with a wide range of perennial vegetables, collaborating with chefs, and learning firsthand about their potential in the field and the kitchen. This event is a chance to see the process in action, taste the results, and join a growing community of growers, chefs, and food lovers who are excited by the possibilities of perennial crops. What to Expect: Reflections from the Field: What worked, what didn’t, and what we’ve learned about growing perennials in a market garden setting. Tasting & Cooking Demos: Sample dishes prepared with perennial vegetables by our Head Chef Toby Neal, alongside Jack Feeny of No Mise en Plastic—showcasing new flavour profiles and cooking techniques.

Fri 24 AprFarmer's Arms(2.8mi)
via Farmer's ArmsCurated

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