This visit has been postponed until further notice. An announcement will be made once a new date has been arranged.
RocketGro Peat-Free Composts is a manufacturer of the most eco-friendly compost range at scale in the UK. The manufacturing plant on its Somerset farm incudes a bio-gas production plant.
Itinerary:
10.30 Meet for tea and coffee.
11.00 Welcome chat & overview with Toby Thomas, Managing Director and Co-founder of RocketGro.
11.30 Tour of the impressive bio-gas production plant & a visual deep dive into the eco story behind RocketGro with Tim Roe, Director and Co-founder of RocketGro.
12:30 Break for lunch provided by RocketGro
13:15 Tour of the compost bagging line, storage and packing facilities. See it all in action.
Please note, as this is a working factory, suitable clothing and footwear are essential for this visit!
Railway Stations:
Bridgwater is the nearest train station
Mini Bus provision:
A mini bus/bus will be provided free of charge to collect arrivals at Bridgwater train station to transfer visitors to the farm. Will leave the station at 10am-10.10am.
Parking:
Main car park on site
Delegate Terms and Conditions
Please read these terms and conditions carefully before you book your place on the tour.
Event entry is in the name of the GMG Member only and cannot be passed on to non-members unless the event allows the admission of non-members to attend. Please note, to be eligible to attend you must have renewed your membership.
Refund Policy
For events where tickets have been purchased, tickets are non-refundable but may be transferred to a future visit if 48 working hours notice has been given.
Cancellation Policy
If you cannot attend, cancellations must be made 48 working hours or more prior to the event by contacting admin@gardenmediaguild.co.uk.
We may cancel or interrupt the tour at any time if an event outside our reasonable control prevents us from operating (force majeure). This could include severe weather or injury or illness of the tour guide.
If the tour cannot go ahead for any reason, we will contact you as soon as possible to let you know.
Waiting List
If the event is ‘sold out or fully booked’ then members can be placed on a waiting list and will be informed as soon as possible but could be within 24 hours of the event
Attire
Appropriate clothing and footwear must be worn. The Garden Media Guild will advise if specific clothing is needed at working factories etc.
Accessibility
Please be aware that some gardens may be difficult for people reliant on a wheelchair or other aids due to narrow paths, steps etc. If you have accessibility requirements, please contact us in advance.
Loss or Damage
The garden owners and The Garden Media Guild cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage to you or your personal effects. You visit the gardens at your own risk.
Videos and photography
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