Our president’s first talk following the publication of Vickery’s Folk Flora describing his travels and events such as apple wassailing and conker championships as well as the above – all in search of plant-lore. Books available to purchase. Members Free/Non-members £5 No booking necessary Roy Vickery, President SLBI, www.plant-lore.com
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February
Battersea Park Tree Walk
An informative walk identifying a rich variety of trees in a popular London park. Meet at the Queenstown roundabout gate. Booking essential Roy Vickery http://www.plant-lore.com Members £8/Non-members £10
Find out more »Hume Centenary Education Fund Lecture – Ferns: Edible Treats or Threats
A talk on the centuries old plants that have been used as a food and still can be, in many parts of the world. Jovita will also give some further information on the controversial topic of the risk elements of the possible toxicity of ferns. Members Free/Non-members £5 No booking necessary Jovita Yesilyurt, Natural History Museum
Find out more »March
Botanical Tile Painting
Using the books in our botanical library for inspiration, we will paint between 10-20 ceramic tiles with flowers, leaves, insects and vegetables, and then stick them to a board to make your own beautiful mosaic pictures to be hung on a wall. We will also be making potato print cards. All materials provided. A perfect Mother's Day present. Booking essential £20 members/£25 non-members Maude Smith
Find out more »Mile End Park and Regents Canal Forage*
An afternoon's stroll around these two inner city green spaces combining a foraging walk with a nature walk. Ken will introduce you to the edible plants and trees along with a few of the insects and animals that share the space. Booking essential £10 refundable deposit Ken Greenway, Tower Hamlets Cemetery Park Manager *Please Note: These events are free thanks to funding from City Bridge Trust for our Botany on Your Place proect, but we would welcome donations towards…
Find out more »The SLBI 1970 – 2010
A fascinating presentation by a U3A (University of the Third Age) group. Describing the history of a 40 year span in the life of the SLBI; How it has evolved through times good and bad, and a pointer for how we see our future. Members Free/£5 non-members No booking necessary U3A South London
Find out more »Plant Drawing Evening
Join our informal drawing group (not a class) to explore and draw botany through flowers and other plant materials. Beginners and experts welcome. Please bring arts materials if you have them and refreshments to share. No booking necessary. £5 Helen Firminger
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Plant Recording – St Leonard’s Churchyard, Streatham
Another visit as part of our long-term plant survey of this site. All welcome and no booking necessary Roy Vickery
Find out more »Aromatherapy for the Menopause
Discover how to support you and your loved ones through this time of transition. You will meet 8 wonderful essential oils, learn how to blend them and make 3 heavenly aromatic remedies to take home. Handouts and materials provided. Booking essential Julie Bowles, MIFPA Aromatherapist, Neal's Yard £35 members/£40 non-members
Find out more »National Gardens Scheme Open Gardens
Enjoy our garden and house with delicious teas and cakes and chat to our gardeners. NGS tickets available on the door. Garden Cafe
Find out more »Straw Bears and Onion Fayres
Our president's first talk following the publication of Vickery's Folk Flora describing his travels and events such as apple wassailing and conker championships as well as the above - all in search of plant-lore. Books available to purchase. Members Free/Non-members £5 No booking necessary Roy Vickery, President SLBI, www.plant-lore.com
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