Step into the storied walls of Chelsea Physic Garden and uncover the hidden histories of women who shaped botany, medicine, and botanical art. Led by actor and storyteller Maria from Herstorical Tours, Bloomin’ Women! Herstories of Women in Botany is an immersive tour through the Garden which celebrates just some of those brilliant women whose legacies live on in the world of plants and botanical art.

We invite you to join us in celebrating Women’s History Month this March, with Maria from Herstorical Tours as she introduces to you extraordinary women through history. Through live storytelling you will learn about Hildegard of Bingen, Mary Seacole, Jeanne Baret, Elizabeth Blackwell, and Mary Delany—women who healed, explored, illustrated, and cultivated knowledge. Some of these women walked these very grounds, while others left a legacy that reaches us from afar.

Doors open at 5:30pm, giving you time to arrive, explore the Garden or visit the Physic Garden Café for a drink before the tour begins at 6pm. The evening will conclude with a discussion on women in botany today—celebrating progress while reflecting on the challenges that remain.

Expect an evening of live storytelling, history, and interactive moments that bring these stories to life.

About Herstorical Tours:

Herstorical Tours are guided walking tours with a difference. Created and led by women only, our tours focus on women’s stories in London’s history and bring those stories to life using acting, comedy and fun!  With a special focus on the dark and curious underbelly of London’s past along with the ‘forgotten’ women – we explore the hidden nooks and crannies of the City whilst introducing you to the characters that created ‘herstory’ there –  from witches to harlots.

Our tours aim to educate on sensitive historical subjects with the right balance of respect and entertainment.

To find out more visit: https://www.herstoricaltours.co.uk/