Herbal Medicine Harvesting for the Year Ahead
Sunday 21st September 2025
10:00 - 15:00
Join us for a fun day learning how to harvest herbs and make
your own herbal remedies!
Herbal Medicine – Harvesting Herbs & What to Do with Them
Come join us at
One Garden Brighton for a hands-on workshop on harvesting herbs and making the most of them! Learn how to identify, pick, and process herbs for medicinal use. Discover the various ways to use herbs in teas, tinctures, and salves. This event is perfect for beginners looking to delve into the world of herbal medicine. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with nature and learn valuable skills!
How do you harvest with respect and preserve the potency of plants? We’ll guide you through gathering local allies like Calendula, Mugwort, Plantain, and Yarrow — plus drying techniques, tincture making, and storing mushrooms for winter use. This is the how-to you’ve been waiting for if you want to confidently make your own herbal medicines at home.
Step into the new season with confidence!
This practical and inspiring day at One Garden will guide you through the
essentials of safe, responsible foraging and natural preparation for the year
ahead. We’ll cover:
Foraging health and safety basics — what you need to know to gather plants responsibly and protect yourself and the environment.
Identification tips — understanding common lookalikes and the importance of ethical harvesting.
Seasonal rhythms — how to align your gathering and self-care practices with the natural year.
Practical prep — ideas for stocking your home apothecary and setting intentions for your health and well-being in the months ahead.
Expect a mix of practical learning, thoughtful discussion, and light-hearted creativity to help root these skills into your everyday life
I am a qualified Medical Herbalist, graduating with honours from the College of Phytotherapy in 2000. Since then, I’ve dedicated my career to working with plants, people, and place, offering holistic, sustainable care rooted in tradition and science.
Cost: £90 (Herb Society members £75)
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