Join us for an evening exploring fascinating history, refreshments, and goodie bags all rounded off with a tour of the landmark Napiers store.

Special guests:

LYNDA MELVIN
Duncan Napier's Great Grand-daughter who will read excerpts from Duncan's original journals.

DEE ATKINSON
BA(Hons) FNIMH Senior Medical Herbalist at Napiers and expert on its current herbal practice.

ERIC MELVIN
Established and respected local historian and author of "The Fresh air in the Summer Morning: The story of Duncan Napier".

This event is open to tour industry professionals and anyone who wants to learn more about the history of Napiers.

Event details:

Venue: Hotel Du Vin, 11 Bristo Pl, Edinburgh EH1 1EZ
Date: 15 March 2023
Time: 5pm - 7.30pm

How to reserve your space:


Email RSVP to: rebecca.norris@samarkand.global

A trust kept since 1860

Napiers the Herbalists was founded by Duncan Napier, who despite being abandoned at birth, went on to become an eminent Victorian botanist and the most famous herbalist in Scotland. His legacy lives on.