A cosy meet-up about all things plants ! Botany, foraging, nature writing, ... Join us for a cuppa and good chats at books on the walls.

Plant Club 🌱📚☕

This month’s theme: Folklore, Witches & Druids: Between History & Myth 🧙‍♀️

Together, we’ll explore the curious relationship between plants, people and the supernatural, and how healing herbs, poisonous plants and old remedies became entangled with witchcraft, folklore and strange beliefs.

Drawing from history, folklore and modern research, we’ll untangle fact from fiction and discover the many roles plants have played in healing, ritual and altered states, and the stories and legends that grew around them.

Expect a relaxed, chatty evening with drinks and nibbles, curious plant lore and plenty of book recommendations for anyone wanting to delve deeper.

Find the list of recommended titles here (available for purchase at books on walls): https://uk.bookshop.org/lists/halloween-plant-folklore-vegartemis?&new-list-page=true&bkshp-astro=t (https://uk.bookshop.org/lists/halloween-plant-folklore-vegartemis?&new-list-page=true&bkshp-astro=t)

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About your host

Currently in my 2nd year of Ethnobotany studies, I am a professional pastry chef by trade. I love sharing my passion for wild edible plants and teaching local communities how to incorporate them into their everyday lives. I run various workshops on foraging, fermentation, and reducing food waste.

I look forward to meeting you ! In the meantime, you can see what I'm up to on instagram @vegartemis (https://instagram.com/vegartemis)

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books on the walls

Where stories, sounds and spirits intertwine in the heart of Chester.

Nestled within Chester's historic city walls, books on the walls is more than just a bookshop – we're a haven where stories come alive and individuals connect.

Our carefully curated space brings together a perfect blend of contemporary culture and timeless traditions.

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