Mushroom Foray at Northern Roots

A mushroom foray is where you search for and learn about mushrooms in their natural habitat. Led by self-taught mushroom forager Josh, you’ll join a small, friendly group and explore the Northern Roots woodland and meadows on the lookout for unique fungi.

You could find species such as Parrot Waxcaps, Inkcaps, Blushing Amanita or Amythest Deceiver.

You’ll learn how to correctly identify mushrooms based on their unique characteristics and learn about the important role and function they play in the ecosystem. Learn about the benefits of foraging mushrooms and the edible and medicinal qualities of each species. Please note we will not be eating the mushrooms found on this walk.

KEY INFORMATION

Price: £10

Group Size: maximum 12

Date and time: 1pm – 3pm (2 hours) on Thursday 2nd October 2025

Location: Meet at the Park Bridge Heritage Centre Car Park. Exact location here.

Age limits: 18+ only

Parking: Parking is free at the meeting point, Park Bridge Heritage Centre Car Park, OL6 8AQ.

Public transport links: The nearest bus route is the 409, which stops on Ashton Road. Visit the Bee Network to plan your transport.

Clothing: Please wear weather-proof clothing and sturdy shoes suitable for mixed terrains, including woodland and steep slopes. This session is not accessible for wheelchairs. This session require standing for periods of time. Please arrive 10 minutes before the start of the session.

Refreshments: No refreshments will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own lunch, snacks and drinks.

Toilets: There are no toilets available on the section of Northern Roots you’ll be exploring.

Cancellation Policy: Cancel before 12 midnight on Monday 22nd September for a full refund. After this deadline we will not process refunds. Please let us know in advance if you cannot attend by cancelling through Eventbrite or emailing aW5mbyB8IG5vcnRoZXJuLXJvb3RzICEgdWs=.

In the case of extreme weather or risk of lightning and thunder, we will inform you of cancelation via email by 5pm on Wednesday 1st October.

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Josh’s foraging journey began while hiking around Saddleworth, where he learnt to identify wild plants and turned them into jams and teas.

Josh went on to study Biology at Portsmouth University, dedicating his learning to fungal ecology and identification. Now back in Oldham, Josh hopes to make mycology (the study of fungi) accessible to local people, with a mission to foster deeper understanding of fungi and why they’re important to healthy ecosystems, and inspire appreciation for our planet.

Follow Josh on Instagram.

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