The National Herb Centre

29/09/2026

We're starting our winter opening hours a little early this year

25/09/2026

🌟 We are hiring 🌟

01/09/2026

Don’t miss out on the last few spaces for Foraging this Saturday with Lizzie of Tellus Mater!
The forecast is looking good, the fungi are growing nicely- join Lizzie and find out that there’s much more to foraging than just blackberries! 😉🍄‍🟫🌱🍓

Last call for this Saturday 5th Sept!

I'm heading over to the fabulous The National Herb Centre for a prompt 10am start, so if you wish to join me for a wild food wander please call the gang there on (01295) 690999.

Tickets for this session are £30 per person.

I will be bringing along too some wild makes and bakes for you all to try as well, and I look forward to seeing those of you that have booked on already.😊

How is it nearly September by the way? 😅 The days seem to be whizzing past.

We've been busy foraging hazelnuts over here. It was my youngest's nineth birthday on Saturday so an annual wander to check on the nutty hedge was imperative.

Some of these will be going into a fudge make and some will be squirreled away to accompany our Christmas dinner in the stuffing.🤎

Don't forget you can also book to wander with me via my website for our session at Nothing but Footprints - Zero Waste / Refill Shop
and via the National Trust websites for Canons Ashby NT
and Lyveden respectively.

08/07/2026

🌱🌺🍄 Don’t miss out on foraging courses at The National Herb Centre!🍄‍🟫 🌱🍓🍃

The fabulous Lizzie of Tellus Mater, will lead you on a journey of foraging wonderment around the surrounding beautiful countryside.

What delights does Nature have in her store cupboard? Now is your chance to find out! Learn all about what is safe and delicious to eat from our fields, hedgerows and woodland 🤩 😋

We have limited spaces on our courses on 18th July and 5th September 10-1pm.

Ring now to book your places on 01295 690999.

We’ve had great feedback from Lizzie’s courses; with some customers returning to do the course during a different season. 😊

27/06/2026

We are at Tysoe Open Gardens this weekend, we couldn't fit ALL the herbs in the truck but we have a good selection, come visit us in the Village Hall 2-6pm today and tomorrow 😁

24/06/2026

Due to the extreme weather conditions and in order to safe guard both our staff and customers we will be closing at 4pm today. Stay cool 😎😎

19/06/2026

Don’t forget Father’s Day this Sunday!

We have some interesting, fun, unusual or practical gift ideas that are great for that difficult to buy for Dad/Grandad/Step Dad/like a Dad figure in your life.

Or why not treat him to one of our famous cooked breakfasts or a tasty lunch 😉 just to say thank you for being amazing 🥰

15/06/2026

Has anyone nearby lost a ferret? Seems to be limping but otherwise healthy

13/06/2026

🌼🌺 Add some beautiful Summer colour to your garden! 🪏🪻🌸🌼 🤩

It’s the perfect weekend for spending some time in your garden.

From stunning annuals to gorgeous perennials it’s time to show your garden some love 🥰

We have quite a variety of vegetable plants available too - there’s nothing better than super fresh salad and veggies! 😋 🥒🫛🥬🍅🌶️🧅🌽🫜

Plus there’s always time to treat yourselves in our Bistro kitchen 😉 🤫 ☕️ 🧁 🍰

24/05/2026

😎 Don’t forget - we’re open Bank Holiday Monday! 🌞
10:30am-5:30pm 🤩

Make the most of the warmth and the sunshine- and get your garden Summer ready with some beautiful plants and accessories 😍
We have some lovely lighting for those pleasant warm Mediterranean style BBQ evenings. 🥰

Join us for a light lunch of one of our tasty salads or the quiche of the day, and why not treat yourself to a cake or a delicious locally sourced ice cream?🍨

Most of all: stay hydrated and sun safe 😊