TALKS
I give talks to societies, clubs and groups on range of subjects mostly related to wildlife, gardening and photography. Please find a guide below on the subjects I cover and contact me at info *at* pierswarren.co.uk for further information/bookings.
I charge £75 – £100 for a 60 to 90 minute illustrated talk
Plus travel expenses if over 15 miles (from BN2 6SB)
An introduction to the equipment and techniques to take better photographs of the fauna and flora in your garden, whether you are using a mobile phone or the latest mirrorless camera. The talk is illustrated with many of my own photographs.
A guide to all the different ways we can store and preserve our garden fruit and vegetables – from pickling and jam-making to drying and fermenting. The third edition of my book with the same title was published in 2025.
A guide to the 35 species of British native trees including their identification from leaves, twigs and overall shape, and an exploration of the past and present uses of their products (wood, bark, fruit, sap etc).
An exploration of the diverse uses of this fascinating plant – in the garden and the kitchen, for their medical and fibrous properties and so on, including a guide to the botany of stinging nettles, and how to collect and store them.
Wildlife of East Africa
Having led many filming safaris in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda I present a guide to the many charismatic animals of the region – from the lions and leopards of the Masai Mara to the mountain gorillas of the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. .
Moving to a Plant-Based Lifestyle
A guide to transitioning to a plant-based or vegan lifestyle, with its clear improvements in health and longevity, lowering carbon footprints to reduce climate change and increases in animal welfare.