This summer foraging course is an invitation to learn about the edible and
medicinal summer plants found in the grounds of Blair Castle & Gardens.
Summer is a special time for foraging and this walk will give us time to celebrate
the best of this season, as the plants bring forth the last of their flowers, nutritious seeds and ripening berries.
The course consists of a 2.5 hour foraging walk, in which you will learn lifelong
identification techniques, inspiring recipe ideas and botanical tales.
During the walk we will move through a variety of habitats – woodland, meadow, hedgerow and garden.
We will finish up with a wild tea in Hercules Garden, with time to revise the plants
learnt and how best to store them for future use. All participants will also receive
a personalised PDF containing information about all the plants met.
What to bring:
Shoes that are comfortable and waterproof
Wet weather gear in case of rain
A basket or container
Meeting point:
Meet on the green in front of the castle, next to the ‘The Cannon’ coffee cart.
