Historic collection

Erasmus Darwin House Herb Garden

Staffordshire

Description

A historical collection of herbal plants reflecting 18th century medical practice with special reference to Dr Erasmus Darwin (1731-1820), in Lichfield and Derby. The garden is adjacent to Erasmus Darwin Museum.

Contact

Dr C M Lockwood

Address

Erasmus Darwin House

Beacon Street

Lichfield

Staffordshire

WS13 7AD

Telephone

01543 306260

E-mail

enquiries@erasmusdarwin.org

Website

www.erasmusdarwin.org

Statistics

40 species
40 taxa

Best time to view

Easter to autumn.

Opening Times

Daylight hours daily, check website before visiting.

Entry

Free.

Directions

Accessible on foot via Beacon Street or Lichfield Cathedral Close.

• Disabled access
• Dogs Permitted On Leads
• WC
• Plant sales
• Talks