Forage & Feast
WE HAVE THREE TYPES OF FORAY
Standard: Groups of up to 15, guided by Daniel Butler
Polish-twist: These forays cash in on Central Europe’s millenia of mushroom knowledge. Groups of up to 30, guided by Daniel Butler and Natalia Joanna, take guests on a variety of routes, before returning to a larger buffet lunch based around a Polish-based fungal menu. Two guides provide a greater range of expertise and flexibility.
Customised: Forays only (usually two - three hours) designed for families or groups. Numbers, target species and routes set by guests who keep all finds. Basic wild mushroom-based food in the woods can also be arranged.
WHAT HAPPENS ON A FORAY?
10-1: Embark on a three-hour walk where we collect a range of edible species before returning to a lovingly-restored 17th century Welsh longhouse.
Lunch: Enjoy a wild mushroom-based vegetarian lunch with drinks (vegan options possible).
2-4: A tasting and preserving session.
TIMES
10am-4pm
2026 DATES
Saturdays and Sundays: 12 September - 11 October
Standard: 12, 13, 20 and 27 September; 4 and 11 October
Polish: 19 and 26 September; 3 and 10 October
LOCATION
Within 5 miles of Rhayader, details on booking.
ACCESSIBILITY
Paths and woodlands are muddy, uneven and steep. Toilets available in the afternoon at the house, but some steps are required for access.
Please give advance notice of any relevant health or dietary issues - we can cope with almost anything, but this helps immensely.
PRICE
Both Standard and catered forays include all food, hot drinks and your share of the day’s haul.
Children and dogs are welcome. Children receive a discount.
Standard: £80 pp per day
Polish: £100 per day.
Customised: Priced at £50 per hour
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Sept 2026
Sat 12 Sun 13
Sat 19 Sun20
Sat 26 Sun 27
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Oct 2025
Sat 3 Sun 4
Sat 10 Sun 11
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Private Bookings
Private Bookings available. Individuals, small or large groups. May-November.
£50 per hour per group, min. 2 hours. Lunch and tastings can be arranged for an additional fee.