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We invite audiences to rethink our relationship with the natural world and discover the profound benefits of plants for health, medicine and wellbeing. As well as exploring our blog resources, you can join inspiring, independently-run tours, talks, workshops and courses, in the tranquil setting of Dilston Physic Garden in Northumberland. From remedy-making and using herbs everyday, to learning about plant medicine to improve the mind and brain and a Foundation in Plant Medicine, to Children’s Potion Club and NIMH Junior Herbalist Club, to nurturing wellbeing through art, writing and philosophy, our programme of events is designed to educate and inspire, as well as promote mental wellbeing.

Please kindly park only in our Top-Up Car Park for all events. * = Foundation in Plant Medicine optional course choice.

Are you searching for a unique venue for your business meeting, workshop, group event, small party, or just some personal time? Look no further than our tranquil Herbology House, nestled in the serene setting of Dilston Physic Garden in Northumberland. Perfect for professional gatherings or personal celebrations, our Herbology House, with use of the 2-acre physic garden, offers a peaceful, picturesque environment that supports the garden’s sustainability. Half-Day (4 hours): £70, Full-Day (8 hours): £120. For the ultimate retreat we have Exclusive Garden and Herbology House Hire on Monday only: Half-Day (4 hours): £170, Full-Day (8 hours) £300. For more details or to book, please email us at info@dilstonphysicgarden.com. Utilise this special space and contribute to the ongoing support and sustainability of our physic garden community. Please note: hire charges may change; booking is confirmed with full payment; refunds on the deposit cannot be given.

Junior Herbalist Club

September 1, 2024 - July 1, 2025    

10:00 am - 12:30 pm

Dilston Physic Garden

children's course, herbal workshop, medicinal plants, national institute of medical herbalists, plant medicine course

Junior Herbalist Club (JHC) Dilston Physic Garden is taking place every year with the support of the National Institute of Medical Herbalists (NIMH) and aims [...]

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Study Day at the Herbology House

February 20, 2025    

10:30 am - 4:00 pm

Dilston Physic Garden

This winter we are offering the chance for learners to benefit from the tranquil, inspiring surroundings of the garden during designated study days in the [...]

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Study Day at the Herbology House

February 23, 2025    

10:30 am - 4:00 pm

Dilston Physic Garden

This winter we are offering the chance for learners to benefit from the tranquil, inspiring surroundings of the garden during designated study days in the [...]

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Study Day at the Herbology House

February 27, 2025    

10:30 am - 4:00 pm

Dilston Physic Garden

This winter we are offering the chance for learners to benefit from the tranquil, inspiring surroundings of the garden during designated study days in the [...]

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Potion Club

April 24, 2025    

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Dilston Physic Garden

Join medical herbalist Davina Hopkinson for a series of four enchanting Potion Club sessions throughout 2025. Perfect for curious children aged 8–12, these interactive clubs [...]

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Botanical Brain Balms: Memory & Mood*

May 1, 2025    

12:30 pm - 2:30 pm

Dilston Physic Garden

Invaluable information on the scientifically proven plant medicines to improve memory and mood. These plants have parallel efficacy to conventional drugs but with few, if [...]

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Fully Booked: Foundation in Plant Medicine 2025 Part 1

May 9, 2025 - May 11, 2025    

12:00 am

Dilston Physic Garden

Discover the vital power of plants for health and medicine with this practical immersive course over four seasonal weekends (10 days). Learn how to use [...]

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Writing for Wellbeing: Journaling for Joy

May 17, 2025    

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Dilston Physic Garden

Sometimes we need a little reminder that the real reason we do writing is ... because we like it! Journaling is a marvellous tool for [...]

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Wild Medicine Wild Food

May 18, 2025    

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Dilston Physic Garden

Discover how to identify, harvest and use wild plants for medicine and food. Explore delicious and nutritious foods found in the wild. Gain the skill, [...]

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Potion Club

May 29, 2025    

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Dilston Physic Garden

Join medical herbalist Davina Hopkinson for a series of four enchanting Potion Club sessions throughout 2025. Perfect for curious children aged 8–12, these interactive clubs [...]

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