Mushroom Cultivation Workshops
(In-Person & Online)
Whether you’re looking for a fun practical introduction or hoping to perfect some advanced cultivation techniques, we can support you on your mushroom cultivation journey!
We usually run around one workshop per month (excluding Oct-Dec), with additional dates at local events. Follow the Fat Fox Mushrooms Eventbrite page to get notified as soon as we add new dates.
Introduction to Easy Home Mushroom Cultivation
In-Person & Online
Are you intrigued by the idea of cultivating your own delicious oyster mushrooms at home with minimal equipment and experience? Look no further! Join our beginner-friendly workshop, where you'll learn to cultivate mushrooms in a straightforward, low-tech way.
We cover:
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The lifecycle of fungi
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Selecting suitable substrates for mushroom growth
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Pasteurising substrates
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Inoculating substrates with grain spawn
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Incubation and fruiting conditions
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When and how to harvest your mushrooms
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How to troubleshoot common issues
We also offer the option to purchase a mushroom starter pack which will provide you with everything you need to put your newfound knowledge into practice.
Who is this for:
Anyone who is new to the world of mushroom cultivation but is keen to get started with their first home mushroom grow.
Making with Mycelium: Mycomaterials
Mycelium is a sustainable, renewable, and biodegradable material with a wide range of potential applications - from building materials to fashion and design.
In this workshop, you will learn about the amazing properties and potential for mycelium in architecture, design and art. We will also guide you through the process of creating an object from mycelium composite material which you will then take home to grow!
This is a great option for a fun, hands-on workshop for a special event or team building day. If you're interested in booking a session, please get in touch.
Fungi as Recyclers:
Introduction to Home Mushroom Cultivation
Mushrooms are the world's greatest recyclers. Without them, the earth would be drowning in un-decomposed organic material - and deprived of the carbon rich soil that supports life.
In this workshop, we will give you an insight into the lifecycle of fungi and show you how to create a simple system that will enable you to grow delicious mushrooms on some common household waste materials.
This workshop is suitable for beginners and covers the lifecycle of fungi and its role in nature, how to create optimal conditions for growth at different stages, and how to avoid contamination from unwanted microorganisms.
We run this workshop at special events and for group or corporate bookings. If you’re interested in bringing it to your team or event, get in touch with your date, location and group size and we'll be happy to provide a tailored quote.
Workshops For Corporate Groups
Bookings for Groups & Events
If you’re looking for a unique team-building experience or would like to arrange a private group booking, we offer a range of flexible workshop options that can be tailored to your needs and group size. Sessions can be hosted at our dedicated workshop space in Tottenham, or we’re happy to bring the experience to a location of your choice, making it easy to create an engaging and memorable event for your team.
Fat Fox Mushrooms Mentorship Programme
A personalised hands-on week in applied mycology & small-scale mushroom farming.
Designed for one-to-one tuition with no more than two students at a time, this is a practical, farm-based learning experience. You’ll step into the full process of mushroom production and learn how a real mushroom operation functions day to day, from lab work through to harvest. Whether you’re completely new to mycology or already growing and ready to deepen your skills, we will tailor this programme to your experience level and interests.
We begin by understanding what you already know, then shape the week around your goals, whether that’s hobby cultivation, farm setup, strain work, or professional production.