A hands-on session covering the basics of starting your own backyard compost pile. Learn how to turn common waste into rich soil for your garden. Understand what goes in your compost and when it's ready to use.

Cost.

$5 incl. garden entry for adults, Children under 12 enter free.

$2 with a Backyards Bundle card.

Purchase a $15 Backyard Bundle card to visit 5 Backyards and get 3 packets of seeds for free. See our website for purchase options.

Note on parking.

Cars and bikes can be parked at the farm in entrance paddock.

Part of the Taranaki Sustainable Trails: Backyards, Builds & Farms. Check out our huge range of ticketed, koha and free events during the Trails (30 Oct - 15 Nov 2026)

www.sustainabletrails.org.nz