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Exclusive Access as Erasmus Darwin House reopens to visitors

Have you ever wondered what it would  be like to have a museum all to yourself?  Erasmus Darwin House is now giving you the opportunity to find out. The museum will be reopening from 31 July, initially Thursday – Sunday on a pre booked ticket basis.  As an independant, self funded museum which has been…


In the herb garden this week

In the Herb Garden this week no 10 (1.8.20)   Marsh Mallow (Althaea officinalis)     This slender and elegant plant has come into flower this week and its delicate pink blossoms will catch your eye in the Medicine Chest Garden.   The Marsh Mallow has long been known for its healing properties. The name…


In the Herb Garden this week – 25 July 2020

There is always confusion about the distinction between Oregano and Marjoram and those who want to understand the subject better will find much opportunity for further research! The physical similarity of the plants and the difficulty with proper identification have been a historical problem that persists still today so we usually tell visitors to the…