About this Event
Discover the world of medicinal plants, natural remedies, and holistic wellness in our unique, once-a-month herbal course. Starting in March 2026 (dates listed below), this immersive program is crafted for anyone passionate about foraging, healing plants, and hands-on learning in nature.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
- 8 Sunday Sessions: Gather once a month at One Garden and explore the stunning grounds of Stanmer Park, conveniently scheduled for weekends.
- Hands-On Learning in Nature: Walk through the woodlands, learn to identify healing plants, and create your own remedies from nature’s Ph*rm*cy.
- Tea & Connection: Enjoy tea breaks at the charming One Garden Café, fostering a community of like-minded herbal enthusiasts.
- Optional Residential Retreats: Enhance your experience with two all-inclusive study retreats, designed to deepen your knowledge and hands-on skills.
ABOUT THE COURSE
This immersive, hands-on course will guide you through the changing seasons, allowing you to explore the use of herbs in various forms throughout the year.
Each month, we will explore a different system of the body and how herbs can support your health and well-being. This hands-on course will guide you through harvesting herbal remedies, foraging, and practical uses of medicinal mushrooms and plants throughout the seasons.
Sign up today for a life-changing year in herbal medicine!
SAVE THE DATES:
- 7th March
- Retreat optional - 2-3rd August Contact Daphney Lambert
- 25th April
- 16th May
- 13th June
- 11th July
- 8th august
- 19th September
- 21-22nd November
ABOUT THE RETREAT
Book direct with Greencuisine Trust for further discounts and gift token options. If you Book before Christmas with the trust you can enjoy no ticket fee!
During the weekend Julia and Daphne Lambert from Greencuisine Trust in Lewes, will share a wealth of knowledge on the best herbs and foods to support you on your journey .
Key Focus Areas:
Event Focus Points: Empowering Everyday Health Management
Understanding the Basics
- Understanding the history, use and the limitations of herbal.
- Key medical terminology to enhance communication with healthcare providers.
- Exploring the history and principles of herbal medicine.
Managing Common Illnesses and Symptoms
- Identifying and treating common illnesses: colds, flu, and respiratory infections.
- Safe use of over-the-counter and herbal remedies, including antihistamines, decongestants, and fever reducers.
Nutrition and Lifestyle Essentials
- Fundamentals of using mushrooms and medicinal plants in your diet for all age groups.
- Examine how the food we eat impacts not only human health but all life on planet Earth
- ·Explore the myriad of ways plants nourish us.
Retreat Activities:
- Herbal Medicine Workshop: Hands-on experience in creating your own herbal remedies (balms, tinctures, teas).
- Nature Walks: Guided tours to identify medicinal plants in the surrounding environment and understand their uses.
- Connecting land, plants & health
- Tastings and celebration drinks
- Feast from the larder and land - lots of notes, recipes and a simple guide to herbal healing.
- A nurturing gift bag for all students of life who attend.
HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL CONNECTIONS TO PLANTS
- Explore how different cultures have used plants for food and medicine.
- Discuss the need to reconnect people to plants and a sense of place.
ECONOMIC AND POLITICAL IMPACT OF THE GLOBAL FOOD SYSTEM
- Discuss the role of multinational corporations in shaping what food is available. Who benefits?
- Think how we can decentralise our food systems and support local growers
HEALTH AND WELL-BEING
- Examine how the food we eat impacts not only human health but all life on planet Earth
- Explore the myriad of ways plants nourish us
FEED THE WORLD
- A global view of how women feed the world
- The rights of citizens and communities to define their own agricultural and land policies
Join us in this journey to connect deeply with nature, learn about the plants that heal, and experience the peace of the South Downs National Park.
ABOUT JULIA, YOUR TUTOR
Julia is a one of the UK’s most highly respected Medical Herbalists. Practicing for over 25 years she has taught at the School of Herbal Medicine, East London and Westminster Universities, Plumpton College, appeared on Channel 4’s Food Unwrapped and various radio programmes and conferences, consulted for the World Wildlife Fund, Plantlife and written research papers and consulted for Neal's Yard books.
Julia's dedication to her field is evident through her publications, including "Lost inLyme," released by Aeon Books and" Healing Herbs" published by Dorling and Kindersley 2022. She is currently writing a book about womens health.
Passionate about medicinal plant conservation, Julia actively promotes self-care and empowerment in health decisions. She is deeply involved in research and collaboration within the healthcare community, particularly in areas concerning sustainable health care systems growing your own health. Her background includes practising in a an integrative health care centre in a GPs surgery in Herstmonceux, designing herb gardens and working with community groups.
Daphne Lambert has cooked, studied, taught & written about food all her adult life. She has run a nutritional consultancy practice for over 25 years working with schools, colleges and organisations looking at ways to nourish well being. Daphne is the founding member of Greencuisine Trust and brings her passion for food that truly nourishes, body, mind & soul, together with diverse experiences in the world of food, to her work as a nutritionist & educator within the Trust. Daphne has worked with Dr Romy Fraser OBE partron and founding Neals Yard Remedies in 1981 and run many of the retreats and traiing programs for Neals Yard.Through inspiring projects, courses and consultancy, the Trust focuses on the interwoven relationships that bring life giving food to the table.
Greencuisine Trust
Through inspiring projects, courses and consultancy, the Trust focuses on the interwoven relationships that bring life giving food to the table.Food is about relationship with soil, plants, animals, the landscape, seasons and each other. By honouring these connections we truly nourish our health.Every day we make decisions about the food we eat and with every bite we shape the world. Food systems are complex but we believe when we are active food citizens rather than passive food consumers, we can help shape a more just, equitable and nourishing food system.As we stand on the threshold of pushing Earths systems over the edge there has never been a more important time to rethink the way we eat and the way food shapes planet Earth.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
One Garden Brighton, Lewes Road, Stanmer, United Kingdom
GBP 325.73 to GBP 921.60
