with medical herbalist Julia Behrens and eco nutritionist Daphne Lambert
Friday 20th – Sunday 22nd September 2024
Greencuisine Byre, Lewes BN8 5SN
10% off with this Flyer with booking before the end of August. Code – HERB
Enjoy nature walks, discover how to make herbal remedies and create food that deeply nourishes. This retreat isn’t just a getaway—it’s a journey towards rejuvenation & wellness.
In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and drained. Despite our best efforts to prioritize self-care, we often find ourselves running on empty—physically, mentally, and emotionally.
Join medical herbalist Julia Behrens and eco-nutritionist Daphne Lambert on a transformative seasonal weekend retreat. Together, they will guide you in harnessing the healing powers of plants to create lasting health and well-being.
Experience a Weekend of Connection and Creation
Immerse yourself in a series of hands-on activities designed to deepen your understanding of the medicinal and nourishing properties of plants. From foraging wild ingredients to growing your own, you’ll craft herbal remedies and autumn preserves, all while gaining invaluable insights from Julia and Daphne’s extensive knowledge.
Retreat Highlights:
- Crafting Apple Cider Vinegar
- Preparing an Autumn Immunity Tonic
- Making Mushroom Ketchup
- Fermenting Hot Chilli Sauce
- Creating a Mead Herbal Elixir
- Blending an Aching Leg Balm
- Formulating a Nourishing Lip Salve
- Brewing Herbal Teas
- And much more…
Nourish and Connect
Throughout the retreat, you’ll also prepare and share meals, fully embracing the nourishment that food and plants provide. This experience will leave you feeling whole, rejuvenated, and deeply connected to the natural world.
What to Expect:
This residential retreat begins with a relaxing massage on Friday afternoon (arrival time based on your massage schedule, though you’re welcome to arrive any time after 2 PM) and concludes at 3:00 PM on Sunday. Set in the serene surroundings of Greencuisine Byre in Lewes, it’s the perfect setting to restore your energy and well-being.
Pricing:
- Residential: £445 – includes all food, refreshments, massage & accommodation
- Non-residential: £345 – includes all food, refreshments & massage
We offer bursaries on a sliding scale to ensure our retreats are inclusive.
Venue: Greencuisine Byre, Lewes
Testimonials:
“I loved every minute of it, every morsel of food we made and ate. It was a sunny autumn weekend filled with so much goodness. Julia and Daphne are both experts in their field with so much experience. It was a pleasure being in the company of these two wise women. Thank you for sharing your knowing and your knowledge.”
Join Us:
This retreat is for anyone who wants to deepen their knowledge of herbal medicine and nourishing food. To learn more or to book your place, please contact us at office@greencuisinetrust.org.
