Phytology is an urban physic garden established in 2014. The 30+ species of plants that we grow here are known for their historical and ongoing use in phytotherapy*, as well as in both traditional and modern medicine. All of these medicinal plants grow wild elsewhere, and many are often dismissed as weeds.

At the top of the garden is the Apothecary Shed, where we make herbal remedies as part of our weekly volunteer sessions. Everyone is welcome to harvest from the garden with the guidance of the Phytology team. Please ask a member of the team if you’re wondering which herbs are suitable for you, or else consult the resources in our library (in the covered bench below the medicine garden.) All plants are grown in pollution-free soil to ensure they are safe for everyday use.

Opening Hours
2pm - 5pm Saturday
3rd May - 29th November 2025

Some of the plants include Yarrow, Common Mallow, Marsh Mallow, Ribwort Plantain, Dandelion, Red Clover, Feverfew, Chamomile, Cowslip, Comfrey, Poppy, Cleavers, Elecampane, Ground Ivy, , Meadowsweet, Mugwort, Sage, St John’s Wort, Calendula, Violet, White Dead Nettle and Common Nettle.

Opening Times

We host weekly volunteer sessions each Saturday 11am – 1pm, 3rd May - 29th November, 2025. Please use this link to book your place.

The Nature Reserve will be open for drop-in visits each Saturday 2pm – 5pm, 3rd May - 29th November, 2025. No prior booking is required during this time.

Please get in touch if you would like more information when planing your visit – info@bethnalgreennaturereserve.org

Please check our calendar or social media for updates on our events schedule or email our team directly to arrange a site visit.

Bethnal Green Nature Reserve, Middleton Street, Bethnal Green, E2 9RR London

Supported by Postcode Society Trust, Cape Farewell, Wellcome Trust.