Discover the secrets of nature’s remedies during a guided tour amidst the lush greenery of Dilston Physic Garden, led by either of the visionary minds behind Dilston Physic Garden: director of the charity and pharmacognosist, Dr. Nicolette Perry, or Professor Elaine Perry, the curator and renowned neuroscientist.
Whether you’re a seasoned enthusiast or a curious newcomer, our tours promise to inspire and educate as we uncover secrets of nature’s pharmacy.
Advance booking is required, and if you inform us of any special areas of interest beforehand we will try to accommodate. Our standard talks include:
Introduction to a Physic Garden
Introducing the concept of a day physic garden and its medicinal plants, where centuries of wisdom meet cutting-edge science. We will be delving into the evolution of this physic garden and exploring its special collections.
Exploring Plant Medicine
Exploring the wonderful medicine chest of our native plants and some of the wild foods available too. You will come away with a new-found appreciation for the therapeutic potential for plants, both new and known.
Botanical Brain Balms: Exploring Plant Medicine for the Mind
A tour for the mind, our special area of plant medicine research at Dilston Physic Garden, with a focus on plants scientifically demonstrated to improve sleep, memory, mood, and more.
Pricing:
Our tours are conveniently priced in half-hour blocks:
30 minutes – £40
45 minutes – £60
60 minutes – £80
General admission still applies if you wish to spend time in the garden afterwards. However bookings for groups of 10 people or more have a reduced entry price to £5 per person.
You can visit our Talks & Tours page for further details.
For booking enquiries and to reserve a spot please email info@dilstonphysicgarden.com
Bookings
Bookings are closed for this event.
