Lunchtime Talks at Kendal Museum: A Cumbrian Herbal History

Schedule

Sat Jul 18 2026 at 01:00 pm to 02:00 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Kendal Museum | Kendal, EN

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Exploring the history of medicinal herbalism in Cumbria.
About this Event

Medical herbalist and environmental archaeologist, Suzi Richer, takes us on a journey through the past practice of Cumbrian herbal medicine in the home. Drawing on sources such as botanical remains from archaeological sites, archival information, oral history, published sources and the herbs themselves, Suzi weaves a story to show how people supported their health from the landscape they lived in and how we can learn from those people and the plants around them.
The talk will include a taster of herbal tea and the opportunity to share your own memories of herbal medicine.


Event Details:

Date: Saturday July 18th, 1:00 - 2:00PM

Venue: Kendal Museum

Price: £10 General Admission, £6 for under 16s/students

Advance booking is advised. Walk-in tickets will be available on the day on a first-come, first-served basis; however, admission cannot be guaranteed.


PLEASE NOTE: Unfortunately the venue is accessible only via a staircase, so is not suitable for wheelchair users. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

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Kendal Museum, Station Road, Kendal, United Kingdom

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