For customers and patients seeking repeat prescriptions please phone or email and we will post out the following day. If you require a consultation we can organise this by phone or video call. We are able to prescribe bespoke blends for both preventative and symptomatic treatments, following a short free telephone consultation.
The clinic and walk-in dispensary are closed for the time being. If you order by phone you can collect at the doorstep - please ring the bell to let us know you are here. We are doing all we can to continue to offer help and assistance to our community, and to provide herbal medicines to those in need.
The clinic and walk-in dispensary are closed for the time being. If you order by phone you can collect at the doorstep - please ring the bell to let us know you are here. We are doing all we can to continue to offer help and assistance to our community, and to provide herbal medicines to those in need.
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I have been involved with Herbal Medicine for many years both as a manufacturer and as a Medical Herbalist. I trained at the University of Westminster, and am a member of the National Institute of Medical Herbalists. After several years in private practice I set up the Urban Fringe Dispensary in 2009.
When most people think about herbal medicine the first thing that springs to mind is usually something to do with a specific herb? Western herbal medicine can trace it origins right back to ancient Greece and today western medical herbalists combine historical knowledge with the latest scientific research.
Our focus is on working with your core state. We work from a set of principles that guide every aspect of our practice, starting with a consultation and a therapeutic approach to help you onwards. Your core state is your potential as a human being. It is what you are born with and how you have responded to events in your life to bring you to your present state of health.
Evolution is the organising principle at all levels of life. It therefore makes sense to approach health and wellbeing from an evolutionary perspective - to gain a valid and useful insight into the causes and remedies of modern illness. Agriculture only started a maximum of 600 generations ago - a blink of an eye in evolutionary timescales.
We are an integrated health centre, offering a range of therapies all in one place. Our Practitioners are all qualified and members of recognised professional bodies for their practice, fully covered by insurance. To book an appointment simply call us on 0117 9276527. Alternatively drop in to the shop and talk to one of our staff in more detail about what's on offer, and what might be most suitable for your needs.
Reviews (11)
Anna Mc Cartin
Dec 14, 2020
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Becs Davis
Aug 16, 2019
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Charlie Dance
Jun 24, 2019
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On a recent visit to the Urban Fringe Dispensary I had hoped to ask for some advice and guidance regarding my health, needless to say I left feeling completely and utterly patronised and condescended.
I was dealt with with ZERO compassion and was made to feel as though everything I have done so far to help myself had been completely wrong. No matter what I said or did, I was wrong.
Absolutely nothing was done to make me feel at ease. I felt, and indeed believe I was, judged from the outset.
The atmosphere fostered here did nothing to encourage my trust or even to feel rest assured.
Nobody should
I was dealt with with ZERO compassion and was made to feel as though everything I have done so far to help myself had been completely wrong. No matter what I said or did, I was wrong.
Absolutely nothing was done to make me feel at ease. I felt, and indeed believe I was, judged from the outset.
The atmosphere fostered here did nothing to encourage my trust or even to feel rest assured.
Nobody should
Supertiny
Jun 23, 2019
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Hari Ma
Mar 02, 2018
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Definately recommending Max for his talent for 'getting the whole person'' he has a way of listening that made me feel so completely seen, and felt, and gave me 100% confidence in his choice of herbs for me. For the past 3 years Id been living with about 40% of my energy, due to the approach of perimopause, life was a bit like being in a rocky boat… on the sea, manageable but a strain. Ive been boiling up my tea now for about a month, and even after the first couple of days life changed dramatically. I feel clear and strong, lots of energy for my work, and feet on the ground!! Brilliant
Jess Mezo
Jan 31, 2018
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Incredible little gem located near Christmas steps. Somehow I always end up wandering in when I feel under the weather and they seem to have a solution for most (if not all) of your conventional ailments. Also, everyone who works there is super helpful and kind, and most importantly, they know what they are doing. Their products have helped me get better even when I was quite ill, taking antibiotics. I'm sure many would join me in thanking them for keeping their craft alive and making their products available to all of us.
Max Dobroslavic
Oct 28, 2017
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Max's ressurected ancient formula for iron is transformative. After being anaemic for several years and unable to take any form of iron my gratitude for this iron formula is sincere and vast. It has absolutely changed my life for the better, together with the amazing adaptogens I have finally found some small energy & pain relief.
Clemence Chatelin
Aug 28, 2017
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Sheonagh Scott
Mar 24, 2016
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N. G.
Feb 23, 2010
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This shop is incredible in my opinion.
At first glance one could mistake it for being just another health shop but what they do is very unique and very beneficial.
In an age where people are looking towards alternate healing and opening their minds to different possibilities the Urban Fringe Dispensary is focussing on the healing power of natural plants and herbs. When one thinks about it they are largely the same ingredients as those used in medicine as we know it, but in their true form.
With three treatment rooms upstairs the professional yet homely staff can ascertain any issues and problems
At first glance one could mistake it for being just another health shop but what they do is very unique and very beneficial.
In an age where people are looking towards alternate healing and opening their minds to different possibilities the Urban Fringe Dispensary is focussing on the healing power of natural plants and herbs. When one thinks about it they are largely the same ingredients as those used in medicine as we know it, but in their true form.
With three treatment rooms upstairs the professional yet homely staff can ascertain any issues and problems
Lorna C.
Dec 21, 2009
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Urban Fringe Dispensary is a traditional herbal apothecary shop who provide professional herbal medicines. They also sell a variety of herbal teas and other potions and lotions! I was offered a sample of their 'Rose Cream' which is really good and I would probably buy when I am in need of some moisturiser.
This shop is however, slightly odd and I don't think i have really been in one quite like it! They have a good selection of products, however I can't imagine I would ever buy anything in here other than their moisturiser. The owners are friendly and very helpful. They also
This shop is however, slightly odd and I don't think i have really been in one quite like it! They have a good selection of products, however I can't imagine I would ever buy anything in here other than their moisturiser. The owners are friendly and very helpful. They also
