The Organic Food Growing sessions are for anyone from beginners who have no knowledge of gardening to more competent people who would like more information.

The course looks at planting seeds, making beds, creating compost, health and safety training, deciding what to plant - sorting out problems and is packed with handy hints for getting the best out of the facilities and resources you have.

Attendees will receive a special step-by-step workbook, with photographs, diagrams and useful information.

"The course is for complete beginners," said Emma Perks, food growing project officer for the North Chilterns Trust, which is running the course.

Having an allotments can prove fruitful

"We look at how to sow and the best places to grow food. You don't need to have a big space or dedicate a great deal of time."

Everyone is invited to attend St Peters Centre, St Peters Road, on Tuesday mornings from 10am to midday. The course will run each week until 8 April.

Emma is hoping that the participants will go on to take over an allotment on the Ferndale patch in the Dallow estate.

Later in the year, there will be courses at the Guru Nank Sikh Temple in Dallow Road and the Alcohol Services for the Community in John Street.

For more information contact the North Chilterns Trust on 01582 412225 or email them at office@northchilternstrust.co.uk