Living Apothecary

A Botanical Sanctuary by The House of Brìghde Located at Bowhouse, East Neuk of Fife

A modern herbal and culinary sanctuary rooted in the ancient wisdom of plants, seasonal nourishment, and sacred healing.

A living, breathing expression of The House of Brìghde’s philosophy: that food is medicine, and wellness is a deeply personal, seasonal, and communal journey.

What We Offer

True health arises when body, mind, and spirit are in balance – not merely from the absence of disease.

Botanical Remedies & Functional Teas

Hand-blended infusions, tinctures, tonics and elixirs crafted from organic, foraged and where possible locally grown herbs and plants, each tailored to support the rhythms of the body and the turning of the seasons.

Medicinal Broths & Herb-Infused Nourishment

Warming broths, adaptogenic treats and gut-soothing bites, blending culinary comfort with therapeutic intent. Our food is slow-made, nutrient-dense, and always prepared with care.

Bottle of essential oil with dried flowers

Apothecary Counter & Ingredient Bar

Build your own custom herbal blends guided by a trained medical herbalist and naturopathic doctor. Whether for sleep, digestion, immunity or emotional balance, we’ll help you find what your body truly needs.

Wooden bowls filled with coarse sea salt.

Seasonal Ritual Kits & Subscription Boxes (coming soon…)

Bring the apothecary home. Our beautifully curated kits feature seasonal dried herbs, recipes, ritual guides and wellness tools to support your healing practice throughout the year. The perfect self care treat or gift.

Herb Walks, Workshops & Ritual Gatherings (coming soon…) 

Join us for intimate learning experiences, from herbal remedy-making to kitchen alchemy, seasonal foraging, and traditional healing practices. Our events honour the land, the lore, and the lineage of wise women and folk healers.

Why We Call It Living

This is not a shop. It’s a living space of healing; alive with scent, story, and the cycle of nature. Every offering responds to the turning wheel of the year, and every visitor is welcomed as part of a shared journey into reconnection, remembrance, and restoration.

Whether you’re seeking physical healing, emotional balance, or a deeper sense of rootedness, The Living Apothecary is here to nourish your body, heart and spirit, one herb, one meal, one ritual at a time.

Visit Us

Bowhouse, East Neuk of Fife

Follow us @thehouseofbrighde for opening times, offerings, and seasonal updates.
Meet us at the Bowhouse market weekends and during special events.