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Dobbies Sets Feb. 1 Little Seedlings Workshops on Composting

Free, book-ahead sessions teach kids compost basics through hands-on activities.

Overview

  • The February Little Seedlings Club is scheduled for Sunday, February 1, 2026, with sessions highlighted in Swindon, Gailey and Birtley coverage.
  • Children will learn what compost is, the difference between green and brown waste, and which materials can and cannot be composted.
  • Activities include a sorting challenge and making a mini compost bottle to take home for use in their own gardens.
  • Workshops also explore compost creatures and explain how composting supports healthy plants, wildlife and the wider environment.
  • Attendance is free but requires advance booking via Dobbies’ events page, and readers are advised to confirm their local store’s details and availability.