Join Medical Herbalist, Yasmin Kerr, on an informative exploration of our local hedgerows and meadows!

On the day, we will discuss key identification features of seasonal plants; delve into their botanical folklore; and consider their historic and contemporary uses in Western Herbal Medicine. Participants will learn how local plants can support them throughout the Spring for common conditions such as hay fever.

Subject to availability, we will forage seasonal plants such as plantain, nettle, cleavers, dandelion and more. Participants will harvest and brew their own Spring Tonic infusion! Yasmin will also provide book recommendations and discuss some seasonal wild-food recipes.

By the end of the walk participants will feel confident to identify, harvest and use seasonal plants in food and herbal remedies for themselves and their loved ones.

So, come along, stretch your legs, connect with nature and some friendly strangers, learn about what’s growing around us and how plants can support us throughout the seasons!

Useful Information for participants

Location: We will begin the walk from Mincinglake Valley Park car park. Please note, the turning for the car park is directly opposite from 51 Calthorpe Road, Exeter, EX4 7JS.

Public transport: There is a bus stop on Calthorpe Road situated next to the car park. Use services P, F1, or F2. The nearest train station is Polsloe Bridge.

Route difficulty: Easy to moderate.

Nearest public toilet: Morrisons Supermarket, Prince Charles Road, Exeter, EX4 7BY.

What to bring: Please wear weather appropriate clothing and footwear. Feel free to bring a notepad, pen, foraging basket, mug and flask with hot water.

COURSE TUTOR: YASMIN KERR

Yasmin Kerr, founder of Honeysuckle Herbal, is a Medical Herbalist practicing in Exeter and Topsham. Yasmin spends most of her time foraging and making medicine with plants.
Yasmin is dedicated to making private healthcare affordable, accessible, and sustainable for people and the planet. Yasmin aims to share her knowledge, empowering individuals to
make informed choices throughout their healthcare journey.

Website: www.honeysuckleherbal.co.uk

Instagram: @honeysuckleherbal

Future Workshops:

On Saturday 12 April, join Yasmin for a practical medicine making workshop at Exeter Phoenix. This workshop will explore hay fever, teach you how to make your own bespoke hay fever remedy, and discuss numerous remedies that can make spring picnics and summer BBQs less sneezy and more enjoyable this year.

Workshop attendees get 10% off all food and hot drinks at the Café Bar.

VENUE: EXETER PHOENIX

LOCATION: Mincinglake Valley Park car park

*Subject to a £1.50 ticketing system charge. We don’t charge this to make a profit. Find out more >>