This is an event that is NOT happening at Three Hares, but is definitely of interest so we are spreading the word!
Dr.Brian Moffat (Archaeobotanist) hosts Open Days at Soutra Aisle 2017 (site of the medieval hospital and monastery founded in 1164 and operating for approx 300 years).
Brian imparts a wealth of knowledge about medicinal plants used, plants introduced, and much more info that you won’t find on Google!!
Easter Weekend- April 15th, 16th, 17th.
May 6th (For Midlothian Heritage Week)
Summer Weekend- August 26th, 27th, 28th
2pm prompt start.
Usually lasts until 5pm-ish.
Bring warm clothes as it is an exposed windy hilltop!
Buses from Edinburgh- Perrymans 51/52
Get off at Soutra Aisle, just after Fala, and it’s a 10/15min walk from A68.
If you are interested in herbs, you’ll be into this!
Soutra Aisle: http://www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/lauder/soutraaisle/
Perryman’s Bus Timetable: https://www.perrymansbuses.co.uk/item/51-52
Google Maps: https://www.google.co.uk/maps/place/Soutra+Aisle/@55.8158533,-2.8927275,14z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x4887a280544eb4a7:0x323cb10bb9372fbd!8m2!3d55.8158503!4d-2.8752127