Reconnect with Nature - Mushroom Wisdom Walk

This experience is designed for beginners and nature enthusiasts who want to learn about wild mushrooms. This is not a specialist mycology course. It is an accessible, educational walk offering practical mushroom knowledge, clear safety guidance, and an introduction to medicinal preparations.

What the event covers

Historical use by monks:

How fungi were used for food, medicine, and daily tasks at the former monastic estate.

Identification in real conditions:

Learn how to recognise the mushrooms that typically grow in these woods at this time of year. We cover wood‑growing and ground‑growing species.

Medicinal properties:

A clear overview of selected mushrooms and their practical uses, based on species likely to appear this season.

Dual‑extraction basics:

A simple, step‑by‑step explanation of how to make your own mushroom tinctures at home, including why both water and alcohol extraction matter.

What you will gain:

• You learn skills you can use immediately
• You get reliable information, not myths or hype
• You gain confidence identifying mushrooms safely
• You get access to private woodlands with historical context

Note:

This walk is educational only and no alcohol will be used or handled during the event.