August Herb Walk - Slades Park Bournemouth

This is a herbal treasure hunt to find at least 10 different medicinal herbs and learn how to use them in your everyday life.

The walk takes 2 hours at a slow pace, starting at Slades Farm Park in Bournemouth, accessible to wheelchairs.

On Sunday 3rd August 2025 from 10am to 12noon, join Claire, local medical herbalist, to discover the medicinal herbs growing just on your doorstep.

Meeting point at 9:55 by Slades Park Pavilion (cafe). Parking on Ensbury Avenue or in Slades Farm Car Park.

Tickets include a discussion on herbal tinctures with the opportunity to taste a few of them, and a pdf guide on the herbs we have studied.

Max 12 people, wheelchairs welcome!

Come along and explore our natural heritage with us! This event is perfect for nature lovers and those interested in herbal medicine. See you there!

Book your place today!

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