Explore a World of Historical Craftsmanship and Foraging
Discover the timeless traditions of herbal craft through immersive, hands-on sessions inspired by the age-old practices of historic stillrooms.
Join three or more workshops to achieve the title of Master Apothecary and receive a special keepsake celebrating your dedication to the art of herbal craftsmanship! (scroll down to find out more)
🏰 reenactment events
🌿 foraging walks
UPCOMING EVENTS IN 2025
JANUARY
SATURDAY, January 25th - The Salt Apothecary: Folklore and Craft of Culinary and Healing Salts
🏰 SUNDAY, January 26th - 1930s Country House Party at West Horsley Place (with Jane's Historical Kitchen)
THURSDAY, 13th February - Scented History: Making Incense, Pomanders and Potpourri - West Horsley Place, Surrey
FEBRUARY
SATURDAY, 8th February - The Lover's Apothecary: A Romantic Journey Through Herbs and History
SATURDAY, February 22nd - The Spice Apothecary: Crafting Spiced Remedies, Balms and Treasures
🏰 SUNDAY, February 23rd - Regency Romance Open Day at West Horsley Place (with Jane's Historical Kitchen)
MARCH
SATURDAY, March 15th - The Vinegar Apothecary: Crafting Herbal Tonics and Four Thieves Elixirs
🏰 SUNDAY, March 30th - Tudor Open Day at West Horsley Place, Surrey
APRIL
🌿SATURDAY, April 5th - Spring Foraging & Historical Remedies Walk at Thorncroft Farm, Leatherhead
SATURDAY, April 26th - The Spice Apothecary: Crafting Spiced Remedies, Balms and Treasures
MAY
🌿SATURDAY, May 3rd - Spring Foraging & Historical Remedies Walk at Thorncroft Farm, Leatherhead
🌿SATURDAY, May 17th - Spring Foraging & Historical Remedies Walk at Thorncroft Farm, Leatherhead - BOOK NOW
🏰 May 24th, 25th & 26th - The Queen's Joust at Leeds Castle, Kent
SATURDAY, May 31st - The Honey Apothecary: Sweet Remedies, Salves and Symbolism
JUNE
🌿SATURDAY, June 7th - Summer Foraging & Historical Remedies Walk at Thorncroft Farm, Leatherhead
SATURDAY, June 14th - The Fragrance Apothecary at the Museum of Farnham - BOOK NOW
WEDNESDAY, June 18th - The Artisan Apothecary at West Horsley Place - BOOK NOW
🌿SATURDAY, June 21st - Summer Solstice - Summer Foraging & Historical Remedies Walk at Thorncroft Farm, Leatherhead
🏰 June 23rd - 29th - Chalke History Festival, Wiltshire
JULY
🌿SATURDAY, July 5th - Private Foraging Walk
🌿SATURDAY, July 19th - Summer Foraging & Historical Remedies Walk at Thorncroft Farm, Leatherhead
SATURDAY, July 27th - Butser Ancient Farm TBC
AUGUST
🏰 August 2nd, 3rd, 9th, 10th - Loxwood Joust, West Sussex
SATURDAY, August 16th - The Witch's Apothecary: Flying Ointments, Bath Bombs, Ritual Oils and Smudge Sticks - BOOK NOW
🏰 23rd, 24th & 25th August - England's Medieval Festival, King's Grove, Sussex - BOOK NOW
🌿SATURDAY, August 30th - Summer Foraging & Historical Remedies Walk at Thorncroft Farm, Leatherhead
SEPTEMBER
🌿SATURDAY, September 6th - Autumn Foraging & Historical Remedies Walk at Thorncroft Farm, Leatherhead
SUNDAY, September 14th - Botanicals of the Regency: Crafting with Nature in Austen's World - at Jane Austen's House TBC
🌿SATURDAY, September 20th - Autumn Foraging & Historical Remedies Walk at Thorncroft Farm, Leatherhead
SATURDAY, September 27th - The Spice Apothecary: Crafting Spiced Remedies, Balms and Treasures - BOOK NOW
OCTOBER
🌿SATURDAY, October 4th - Autumn Foraging & Historical Remedies Walk at Thorncroft Farm, Leatherhead
SATURDAY, October 11th - The Beauty Apothecary: Crafting Historical Makeup and Skincare
SUNDAY, October 19th - Scented History at Avoncroft Museum - BOOK NOW
SATURDAY, October 25th - The Witch's Apothecary: Flying Ointments, Bath Bombs, Ritual Oils and Smudge Sticks - BOOK NOW
NOVEMBER
SATURDAY, November 15th - The Artisan Apothecary: Body Butters, Lip Balms, and Home Scents - BOOK NOW
SATURDAY, November 22nd - The Vinegar Apothecary: Crafting Herbal Tonics and Four Thieves Elixirs - BOOK NOW
SATURDAY, November 29th - The Winter Apothecary: Nourishing Balms, Candles, and Seasonal Scents
DECEMBER
SATURDAY, December 6th - The Fragrance Apothecary: Incense, Potpourri, and Floral Elegance - BOOK NOW
SATURDAY, December 20th - The Winter Apothecary: Nourishing Balms, Candles, and Seasonal Scents
Become a Master Apothecary! ✨🌿
Join our Apothecary Series and immerse yourself in a variety of hands-on workshops, from creating fragrant potpourri to crafting healing balms and more.
Earn Your Master Apothecary Certificate
Earn Your Master Apothecary Certificate
Complete 3 or more workshops in the Apothecary Series and receive a special Master Apothecary Keepsake:
- A herbal crafting kit with essential tools, such as a mortar and pestle, a set of dried herbs and measuring spoons
- A personalised Master Apothecary Certificate to recognise your dedication
- A voucher for a workshop of your choice to continue your journey
How it Works:
1. Attend 3 or more workshops from our Apothecary series
2. Geanina, The Thyme Keeper, will carefully maintain a Master Apothecary Tracker, recording your completed workshops and creations.
3. Celebrate your journey at the Master Apothecary Recognition Event at the end of 2025. Join us for a festive gathering to showcase your creations, share stories, and receive your Master Apothecary certificate and keepsake!
1. Attend 3 or more workshops from our Apothecary series
2. Geanina, The Thyme Keeper, will carefully maintain a Master Apothecary Tracker, recording your completed workshops and creations.
3. Celebrate your journey at the Master Apothecary Recognition Event at the end of 2025. Join us for a festive gathering to showcase your creations, share stories, and receive your Master Apothecary certificate and keepsake!