Reclaim
Thank you for joining us for Reclaim 2024. An inspiring weekend of talks, events and happenings, curated to support mental and planetary wellbeing.
Please note that entry to the Eden Project is not guaranteed without an advanced booking, unless you are a Member or Patron. Visitors to Eden are strongly encouraged to pre-book a time slot in advance of each visit, including Passholders, and those who can visit for free.
What's planned
Art is for everyone: in conversation with Serge Attukwei Clottey
THIS TALK IS FULLY BOOKED
When: Saturday 27 January, 11.30am
Location: Mediterranean Biome
Ghanaian artist Serge Attukwei Clottey works across installation, performance, painting, photography and sculpture. Serge primarily employs found and recycled materials from his hometown of Accra in creating a dialogue with the city’s cultural history and identity, while exploring the ideological and psychic meanings that are invested in everyday objects as well as how such materials circulate in local and global economies.
Serge will be joined by Jelena Sofronijevic, producer of the EMPIRE LINES podcast*, to discuss why art should be approachable and the important dialogues it can open up about politics, culture and the environment.
Serge's artwork is currently being exhibited in our Acts of Gathering exhibition in the Core Gallery.
Please note, this talk is free to attend, however places are limited.
Podcast link
In Conversation with Gaz Oakley
THIS TALK IS FULLY BOOKED
When: Saturday 27 January, 2pm
Location: Mediterranean Biome
Gaz Oakley, is a popular chef, Youtuber and author. He'll be offering empowering advice on moving towards a more plant-based diet and discussing his transition from bustling London to homesteading in the Welsh countryside.
Please note, this talk is free to attend, however places are limited.
Can Football Save the World? In conversation with Elliot Arthur-Worsop
When: Sunday 28 January, 11.30am
Location: Mediterranean Biome
Join us in conversation with Elliot Arthur-Worsop, founder of Football For Future, as he argues that football is the unlikely solution for tackling the climate crisis. Elliot is joined by Alexei Rojas, goalkeeper for the youth academy of Arsenal.
Please note, this talk is free to attend, however places are limited. Secure your place early to avoid disappointment.
Steph Elswood X Millie Gooch
When: Sunday 28 January, 2pm
Location: Mediterranean Biome
Steph Elswood is a wellness advocate, professional dancer, director of the body confidence workshops ‘Stay Sassy’, founder of CAROUSE non-alcoholic spirits and co-founder of Dry Disco Sober Festival events. She is joined by Millie Gooch, founder of Sober Girl Society and author of The Sober Girl Society Handbook, to discuss the relationship between body image, sobriety, mental health and looking for joy in everyday life.
Please note, this talk is free to attend, however places are limited. Secure your place early to avoid disappointment.
Beginner Vegetable Gardening Workshop
THIS WORKSHOP IS FULLY BOOKED
When: Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 January – 11am and 3pm
Location: Tipis
Embark on your gardening journey! Join us for a transformative Beginner Vegetable Gardening Workshop in our Tipis, where seasoned experts will guide you through your first forays into growing, with plenty of advice on garden planning and hands on demonstrations.
An additional charge of 50p applies for this workshop. Spaces are limited and must be booked in advance. Each workshops lasts approximately 60 minutes.
Please note, this workshop is now fully booked.
Clay workshops
THIS WORKSHOP IS FULLY BOOKED
When: Sunday 28 January – 10.30am, 1.30pm and 3.30pm
Location: Classroom 3, Core Building
Join in our creative workshop making clay sculptures inspired by nature. These sessions will be facilitated by artist Anna Harris and the creations will become part of Maria Nepomuceno’s Você me Alimenta (You feed me), on show as part of the Acts of Gathering exhibition on display in our Core Gallery. This workshop is suitable for all ages, but children must be accompanied by an adult.
An additional charge of 50p applies for this workshop. Each workshops lasts approximately 60 minutes.
Please note, this workshop is now fully booked.
What are Acts of Gathering? A mindful tour of our exhibition
THIS TOUR IS FULLY BOOKED
When: Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 January, 10am and 4.30pm
Location: Core Gallery
This exhibition brings together a number of artworks that celebrate and interrogate the nature of food culture, inviting us to consider the ceremony and symbolism that shape our connections to food, to each other and to the earth.
Join our Arts team for a 30-minute interactive guided tour of our latest exhibition, to explore how we connect through food culture in a rapidly changing world.
Please note, this tour is free to attend, however places are limited. This tour is now fully booked.
Free entry for 17-25-year olds and students
Exclusively for this weekend we'll be offering free entry for 17-25-year olds and students. The discount will apply automatically when selecting young adult or student tickets for 27 or 28 January 2024 via our bookings page. *Terms and conditions apply.
Please bring along a valid proof of age or student ID.
Full weekend programme
Immerse yourself in nature
