Tea Know-How with Mark Thirwall

Mark Thirwall is a self taught tea genius, with a fascinating history of engaging with tea growers across China and Asia. over the past 16 years. His unending passion for tea is second to none ..in fact he is a World Tea Judge. What is that? Come along and find out.

Flavours, origins, brew times, effects and everything in between. If you like tea, you'll love this talk. Expect taste tests and tales of exploration as we set up next to Five Villages Community Garden's very own Camellia sinensis (tea) bushes

His locally based business Tea Journeys serves the thirst of many across the country with an incredible variety of carefully curated teas and beverages. Your ticket price includes a sampler pack of tea. Its the best!

Turn up a little early, hang out with the locals  and get your hands dirty in the weekly Five Villages Community Garden session 9-11am.