Talks for 2023

Acclaimed botanical author Margaret Willes tells us about 20 fascinating, lesser-known herbs from her recent book, The Domestic Herbal. This talk is a chance to learn about their interesting uses and cultural significance. 

Herb Group members will receive free access to this Zoom meeting (annual membership gives you free entry to all meetings in 2023 and costs just £24 - join here). 

Alternatively, to attend this specific Zoom event, you can buy a ticket for £5.

Our very own President, the herb expert, author and broadcaster Jekka McVicar, shares the joy of developing a new herbal haven.

In a change to our original speaker, we welcome aromatherapist Victoria Kubiak, who will give us some hints and tips for the use of aromatherapy to stay healthy as we grow older. Victoria will discuss various oils for issues such as circulation, arthritis and chest congestion, as well as simple massage techniques. This meeting will also include a plant sale.

The University of Bristol Botanic Garden kindly welcomes us for a summer evening, with a tour by herbalist Ann Freeman. Members only; 6.30pm start. Bring a picnic to enjoy in idyllic surroundings. 

Change of speaker but not subject!

Have you ever struggled to make sauerkraut? Caroline Gilmartin from Every Good Thing will give us tips for success with fermentation, and talk about the use of herbs in fermented foods. She will demonstrate how to make sauerkraut and salsa,  enhanced with herbs, and talk about vinegar, which is often used to 'draw out' the health and flavour benefits of herbs.

A herb-themed social evening, preceded by a short AGM.