Reconnect with Nature - Mushroom Wisdom Walk

Join us for an exclusive mushroom walk at historical Abbey Manor in Buildwas, Shropshire! Not far from Ironbridge, Telford and Shrewsbury!

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.