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Wild Plant Walk & Foraging: Greyfield Woods

Meet me nearby: Greyfield Woods, Bristol, BS39 6YF
2 hrs
Nature & Animals

Discover new-found knowledge and an appreciation for local plants and the natural world on Gifts of the Land's Spring Foraging & Wild Plant Walk.

Hosted by seasoned forager Samantha, you will spend this walk getting to know some of the local plants and learning about their herbal and culinary properties, history, folklore and how to identify them safely.

You will also learn about toxic look-a-likes and how to wild-harvest plants sustainably. There will be opportunities to get to know the plants in a tactile way, touching, smelling and sometimes tasting them! All walks are deeply rooted in a love for the Earth and reciprocity, and your host will discuss how we can lessen our impact and protect biodiversity.

The bluebells are in full bloom at this time and we will stop to enjoy the magical blue carpet that they create and learn a bit about them and why they are a protected species (please note if booking onto walks after mid-may the bluebells may be on their way out).

Important information:

  • The walks are designed for beginners but all are welcome!
  • The walk is uneven in places and involves some hills. Children are welcome and under 5's go free (however, the walk may not be pushchair friendly)
  • The exact location will be sent to you a few days before the event

Minimum fitness level required.

Adult (Adult ticket) £30
Child (5-18 (Under 5's are free)) £15

Available dates

Sorry, there are currently no dates available

The good news is that we’re expecting more to be added really soon!

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How to get there

Greyfield Woods, Bristol, BS39 6YF

Facilities

  • Family friendly
  • Experience takes place outdoors
  • Parking

On the day

  • Walks will go ahead in all but the wildest of weathers, so please come prepared.
  • Sturdy footwear recommended.
  • Parking is limited, please allow time to find a space in the village and walk 5-10 mins if car park is full.
  • Dogs may join us but please keep them on leads at all times and be mindful of the other participants.
  • Please bring water, snacks if you need them, appropriate clothing (waterproofs, suncream, hat etc) and feel free to bring a camera and notebook if you'd like.

Changes happen, don't worry

How to change dates
Change of plans? You can easily rebook the next available slot up to 7 days before your experience.
How to get a refund
Can't make it? We understand things happen! You can cancel and get a full refund up to 7 days before your experience.
Please note that this refund policy does not apply to gift bookings. You may reschedule your gift if outside the time period stated above. However, all gifts are non-refundable and expire exactly 1 year after the date of purchase.

You'll be hosted by

Gifts of the Land

Gifts of the Land is all about connecting more deeply with nature and the land which nourishes and provides for us. Founder Samantha runs herbal workshops, plant identification walks and forage and ferment events locally, primarily around Bath but also occasionally near Bristol and Frome.

Gifts of the land hopes to help people build their confidence in working with plants, helping to combat 'plant blindness' and enable people to remember their place as an interconnected part of nature. Sustainability and reciprocity are at the heart of Samantha's work, and she hopes that by attending her events people will reconnect with the ancient wisdom of how to live in harmony with the natural world.

Gifts of the Land

Gifts of the Land is all about connecting more deeply with nature and the land which nourishes and provides for us. Founder Samantha runs herbal workshops, plant identification walks and forage and ferment events locally, primarily around Bath but also occasionally near Bristol and Frome.

Gifts of the land hopes to help people build their confidence in working with plants, helping to combat 'plant blindness' and enable people to remember their place as an interconnected part of nature. Sustainability and reciprocity are at the heart of Samantha's work, and she hopes that by attending her events people will reconnect with the ancient wisdom of how to live in harmony with the natural world.

Any questions?

Ask your question directly to Gifts of the Land.

Available dates

Sorry, there are currently no dates available

The good news is that we’re expecting more to be added really soon!

Want to be the first to find out when new dates are released? Register below to notify the host of your interest