Wild Garlic Experience

A TASTE OF WILD GARLIC

Wild garlic is one of the tastiest and most nutritious of our native Irish wild spring herbs. The two best known varieties are wide leaved ramsons, found in deciduous woodland, and three-cornered leek or triangular stalked garlic, often found on country lanes.

Ramsons has a delicious and pungent garlicky taste and makes a wonderful pesto or flavoured oil. It is in season for a relatively short time, usually from March to May. It tastes best and is at its most nutritious before it flowers, so early to mid-spring is the ideal time to harvest it and preserve it for use throughout the year.

DETAILS

Duration: 2.5 to 3 hours
Start: 11am
Finish: 1:30pm to 2pm (approx.)
Location: Naul, Co

Tickets

Adult: €65
Child: €25 (under 16 years old)
Pre-school children FREE
Group bookings available
Private rates on request

Included

Your own foraged wild garlic to take home
A small wild food nibble to taste
Light lunch of wild garlic soup and brown bread
Follow-on email with resources for further learning
Comprehensive Wild Garlic eBook with recipes

What You'll Learn

In this workshop you will learn how to safely identify and use both varieties of wild garlic. You will also learn how to harvest and prepare nettles, which are also in season and combine well with wild garlic in many dishes. We will then visit a local woodland area where you can harvest your own ramsons to take home.

After the foraging session, we will finish with a light lunch of a delicious bowl of wild garlic soup and home-made brown bread at The Cottage Café in Naul village. Our wild garlic eBook will give you plenty of inspiration on how to prepare and preserve your foraged wild bounty.

Identify

Learn how to safely identify two varieties of wild garlic, where to find them and how to harvest them with confidence.

FORAGE

Visit a local woodland where you can forage for your own wild garlic to take home.

EAT

Finish with a delicious light lunch of wild garlic soup and home-made brown soda bread in the Cottage Café, Naul.

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If you wish to book a corporate or group experience, you can find more information on our Corporate and Groups page.

If you would like to book a private experience for an individual, small group, or special occasion event, you can read about our available options on our Private Experiences page.

We are always happy to create a bespoke experience tailored to your requirements. Contact Us!

Testimonials

What our participants say about their learning experience at The Herb School

I wandered toward the river in my town today and literally as far as the eye can see is wild garlic. Thank you so much for this wisdom. We’re going back tomorrow to harvest some because the pesto recipe you gave us was delicious!

Margaret Ulrich

Denise is a knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide, and her foraging workshop has transformed the way I see nature around me. In a few short hours she managed to impart so much useful information in such a friendly and accessible way. Really looking forward to the next time.

Aisling Conn

Excellent! I was amazed at what I learnt in such a short space of time. Great fun!

Catriona Bale

Denise is a wonderful guide with a vast knowledge about every single plant around us. We went on an extensive walk and still only scratched the surface in terms of foraging, cooking and medicinal effects some of these plants have. I’ll definitely be back for another foraging walk!

Corinna Gast

Denise has great knowledge and stories to share. She creates a very welcoming and nurturing experience. I will be back.

Lisa Brooks

Such a refreshing new way to explore Dublin off the beaten track. If alternative cooking and using natural native ingredients are of interest to you, the foraging workshop is definitely something you will enjoy.

Magda Cybulska

Wild Garlic Experience FAQ

Check out our frequently asked questions. If you don’t find the answer you are looking for, please contact us.

What should I wear?

Please wear sturdy, waterproof shoes or boots and bring a rain jacket, as we’ll be outdoors in all conditions.

What should I bring with me?

A notebook is useful for taking notes or pressing leaves and flowers. A small bottle of water is recommended for rinsing wild leaves before tasting. Bring a scissors for harvesting your wild garlic. We will provide compostable bags.

What happens if the weather is bad?

Walks go ahead in most weather conditions. We only cancel in cases of very severe weather or official storm warnings.

Are the walks suitable for everyone?

We aim to be as inclusive as possible. Please contact us before booking to discuss any accessibility needs.

Can children attend?

Yes, children are very welcome, but they must be supervised by an adult at all times.

Are dogs allowed on the walks?

Unfortunately, dogs are not permitted on this foraging walks. They are welcome on our seashore foraging walk once they are kept on a lead at all times.

Is there parking available?

Yes, free parking is available at our locations.

Can I get there by public transport?

In many cases, yes. Please contact us for specific directions and options for your chosen walk.

Do you offer private or corporate group bookings?

Yes, we offer tailored experiences for private groups and corporate events. Please visit our Corporate & Groups page for more details.

What is your cancellation policy?

We do not offer refunds. However, in some circumstances, you may be able to transfer your booking to another date. Please refer to our Terms & Conditions for full details.

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From seashore foraging walks and seasonal workshops to herb tea making, medicinal herb masterclasses, and wild food cookery demos, our experiences are always changing and evolving.