Winter Herbal Farmacy

A hands-on day of winter remedies, acute herbal medicine and seasonal treatment skills

Build the confidence and practical skills to support yourself and your loved ones through common winter ailments using herbs, foods and traditional preparations.

During this immersive workshop, you will explore how colds, coughs, fevers, sore throats, sinus congestion, viral infections and tummy upsets can present, and how to choose safe and appropriate herbal support.

What you will learn

• How to recognise common symptom patterns
• Key winter herbs, garden plants and kitchen spices
• How to choose remedies for different stages of illness
• How to make and use infusions, decoctions, syrups, vinegars and oxymels
• Foods that may support or hinder recovery
• Important safety considerations, red flags and when to seek medical advice

The day combines practical remedy making, tasting and experiential learning with clear, clinically informed teaching.

You will also spend time meeting medicinal plants growing on Bee’s two-acre smallholding.

What you will take home

• Your own Winter Herbal First Aid kit containing eight seasonal remedies
• A detailed A4 workshop folder and reference guide
• Practical remedy-making skills for the colder months
• Greater confidence in choosing herbal and nutritional support
• A one-hour online group follow-up session approximately one month later

Who is it for?

The workshop is suitable for beginners as well as those with existing herbal, clinical or healthcare experience. Teaching will be adapted to the knowledge and experience of the group.

Food and refreshments

Herbal teas will be available throughout the day.

A mug of warming soup will be served at lunchtime, followed by afternoon tea and cake. Please bring your own accompaniments for the soup and provide details of any dietary requirements when booking.

Practical details

Date: Friday 4 September 2026 or Sunday 6 September
Time: 10:30am–5:30pm; please arrive at 10:15am
Location: Bee’s Herbalist @ Home, near Whitchurch, Shropshire

The workshop takes place outdoors in the sheltered Bee-Hive teaching space, with some time spent in the garden. Please dress appropriately for the weather and wear suitable footwear.

Full directions and final preparatory details will be emailed shortly before the workshop.

Tickets

Early Bird: £145
Available until 3 August 2026

Full Price: £165
Available from 4 August 2026

The ticket includes all teaching, workshop materials, your Winter Herbal First Aid kit, workshop notes, refreshments and the online follow-up session.

Places are limited to keep the workshop small, personal and hands-on.

Cancellations: With more than 28 days’ notice, the amount paid will be refunded less the Ticket Tailor and Stripe fees incurred in processing the original booking, as these fees are not returned to Bee. A 50% refund is available with 15–28 days’ notice. Cancellations made 14 days or fewer before the workshop are non-refundable. Transfers may be possible by prior arrangement and subject to availability. Full booking terms apply.

To learn more about Bee and her approach to herbal medicine and wellbeing, visit www.herbsbybee.co.uk