Herbal Talks, Workshops & Events
An important aspect of Joseph’s work as a Herbalist is running informative, educational and accessible events for people of all levels of herbal expertise. These events include herb and foraging walks, medicine making workshops, tastings, formal and informal talks, and other plant related activities for groups of all sizes.
Sadly due to the current climate all events have been postponed until it is safe to meet in groups again. We are currently developing a virtual programme so please do keep checking back for more information.
In the mean time, please feel free to learn more about past events below.
Past Events
Home Herbalism Course: Spring Remedies
Evenings in March, 2019
Join Joseph Nolan for this four-week course on making your own medicines at home. We will be stocking up your herbal medicine chest, looking at essential preparations and how to make and use them. It is a spring course, so we will be looking at the seasonal herbs, and how best to use them, as well as botanical features and reliable ID.
Mabon Harvest Herb Walk
September 17th, 2018
In Scotland, autumn is moving on and the glorious harvest continues. There are berries and fruits, nuts and seeds, some hearty herbs and big sweet roots packed with a whole summer’s delights awaiting the canny forager. Join Joseph Nolan for a wee wander down the bike path in Balgreen, identifying and learning about the culinary and medicinal uses of the “weeds” we pass every day. Assemble by the Balgreen tram stop at 6:00 for an hour long walk.
Home Herbalism Course: Autumn Remedies
Evenings in September & October 2018
Join Joseph Nolan for this four-week course on making your own medicines at home. We will be stocking up your herbal medicine chest for winter, making two preparations a day, discussing helpful herbs you probably already have at home, and venturing out to ID and collect seasonal native medicines, so you are never without herbal help again.
Herbs for Prostate Health and BPH
20th June 2018
Prostate problems are common, and will affect most men at some point in their lives. Whether the symptoms are pelvic pain, problems with the water works, or more intimate issues, herbs can help a lot. Come find out more about herbs and the male system.
Medicinal Herb Walk with the International Federation of Professional Aromatherapists
10th June 2018
As part of the IFPA’s 2018 conference, held at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, Joseph Nolan will lead a 90 minute herb walk through the beautiful grounds of the Edinburgh Botanical Gardens, discussing native plants and aromatics, uses and harvesting, giving a deeper understanding of the medicinal plants from which essential oils are extracted.
Herbs for Hay Fever & Seasonal Allergies
18th April 2018
Hay fever and seasonal allergies make many people miserable and ruin what should be the loveliest time of the year. Join Joseph Nolan and find out how to ID, harvest, and use herbs, plus other natural remedies, to make the most of summertime.
Sleep & Stress: Mental Health Awareness Month
26th April 2017
It’s mental health awareness month, just in time for exams! Find out how to improve sleep, cope better with stress, and manage anxiety - whether it’s exams, the run up to summer craziness at work, or stress in nursery.