Holyrood herbal histories

Explore fantastic flowers and hundreds of years of herbs in a Physic Garden just outside the gates of the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Take a guided tour through the garden to hear the stories of this experimental garden, used a living medical store cupboard for twelfth-century canons and seventeenth-century doctors. Delve deeper into the curious world of medieval medicine in our activity table and explore centuries of cures through textures, techniques and smells.

Drop-in for tours at 10:00, 11:00, 14:00 and 15:00, and any time for activities– tours allocated on a first come first served basis. Please dress appropriately for this outdoor event including sensible footwear and waterproof clothing.