Upcoming Events - Walks and Courses

May
Family Herbal Ramble - Tuesday 31st of May 2016
Time: 1.45pm–3.30pm
Venue/meeting point: Woodwell Pond, Woodwell Lane, Silverdale, LA5 0TZ
Cost: Free
Join local herbalists Veda West and Alaina Mecklenburgh to spot and learn about the herbs and plants growing around Woodwell in Silverdale. Start time will enable you to take the train and Silverdale Shuttle, then a short walk down Woodwell Lane to the start point. Spotter sheets provided!
Please wear suitable clothing and footwear (i.e. waterproofs and sturdy boots). Unfortunately no dogs are allowed.
To book: email info@arnsidesilverdaleaonb.org.uk
For further information: 01524 761034

June
Herbal Ramble – Sunday 12th June 2016
Time: 2:30-4:30pm
Venue/meeting point: The Wolfhouse, Hollins Lane, Silverdale, LA5 0TX
Cost: Free
Join local herbalists Veda West and Alaina Mecklenburgh to spot and learn about the herbs and plants growing around Woodwell in Silverdale. Circular walk of approximately two miles with a hilly section. Finishing at The Wolfhouse Kitchen which serves delicious cakes and locally roasted Atkinson’s coffee.
Please wear suitable clothing and footwear (i.e. waterproofs and sturdy boots). Unfortunately no dogs are allowed.
To book: email info@arnsidesilverdaleaonb.org.uk
For further information: 01524 761034

Herb Walk - Avenham Park, Preston - Sat 18th June

Time: 11am-1pm
Venue/meeting point: meet at the Pavillion (outside the café) in Avenham Park. Please wear walking boots and suitable outdoor clothing, which is appropriate for the weather, as the walk may include areas where the ground is uneven.
Cost: £5= (children are free – they must be accompanied by an adult)

Join local herbalists Graeme Tobyn and Veda West for a walk around Avenham Park, where you can discover the medicinal and culinary uses of many commonly found plants. The walk will last approximately two hours and will cover approx. 1 mile. Printed information to take away will be available.

July

Herbs Through The Seasons - Herbal Medicine Course ran by Veda West and Alaina Mecklenburgh
Summer – Potions and lotions       £65
Sat 2nd July 2016 (10am-4pm). Arnside Educational Institute       

• Making herbal oils
• Making ointments and simple creams
• A light lunch made from seasonal vegetables will be provided
• Making cordials
• Introduction to tincture making                                                                         CLICK HERE TO BOOK A PLACE

August

​Herb Walk - Avenham Park, Preston - Sat 27th Aug

Time: 11am-1pm
Venue/meeting point: meet at the Pavillion (outside the café) in Avenham Park. Please wear walking boots and suitable outdoor clothing, which is appropriate for the weather, as the walk may include areas where the ground is uneven.
Cost: £5= (children are free – they must be accompanied by an adult)

Join local herbalists Graeme Tobyn and Veda West for a walk around Avenham Park, where you can discover the medicinal and culinary uses of many commonly found plants. The walk will last approximately two hours and will cover approx. 1 mile. Printed information to take away will be available.

September 

Herbs Through The Seasons - Herbal Medicine Course ran by Veda West and Alaina Mecklenburgh
Autumn – Preserving                    £65
Sat 10th Sept 2016 (10am-4pm). Arnside Educational Institute

• Seasonal foods and ways of preserving
• Making a wine blood tonic
• Tincture making
• A light vegetarian lunch will be provided                                                                     CLICK HERE TO BOOK A PLACE

November

Herbs Through The Seasons - Herbal Medicine Course ran by Veda West and Alaina Mecklenburgh
Winter – Kitchen first aid              £65
Sat 12th Nov 2016 (10am-4pm). Arnside Educational Institute

• Kitchen remedies/herbal first aid
• Making fire cider
• Dealing with winter ailments
• A light lunch made from seasonal vegetables will be provided                                   CLICK HERE TO BOOK A PLACE