'BSS is unique in being the only British botanical society with a keen interest in both flowering and non-flowering plants (e.g. ferns, mosses, algae and fungi). There is also an active alpine section, while conservation of our flora has high priority in our interests. These wide interests are covered in the winter Lecture Programme. Lectures are held mainly in Edinburgh, and occasionally in Aberdeen, Dundee, Inverness and St. Andrews.'

'During the winter months, we enjoy a varied programme of illustrated lectures, dealing with botany locally and abroad ... Both the beginner and the experienced botanist will find an annual programme with much interest, coupled with great opportunities for improving his or her botanical skills.'

'Monthly indoor meetings held throughout the winter at Shipley library, providing a varied and stimulating programme of talks, lectures, slide shows and workshop demonstrations.'

'Holds monthly indoor meetings throughout the winter months on a wide variety of subjects. Our speakers present talks that cover a wide range of topics from the ecology and biology of species to broader subjects such as botanical history, ecology and the management of local reserves, often presenting new and exciting discoveries.'

'There is a monthly indoor meeting with guest speakers on a wide variety of subjects, usually, but not always, with a botanical theme.'

'Founded in 1906, the Society runs a programme of events, ​indoor meetings ... during the winter months and field meetings around the region during spring, summer and autumn.'

'During the winter months, in addition to the Society's fortnightly open meetings, the Botanical Section organizes six talks on different aspects of plant life or natural history. The evening meetings are very popular and we finish the evening over a cup of tea or coffee with a chance to chat to the speaker and other members.'

'Offers a range of evening lectures, weekly courses and day trips covering all aspects of botany and related subjects ... Membership of the South London Botanical Institute is open to all who have an interest in the plant kingdom. It was the firm belief of the founder Allan Octavian Hume that all people, irrespective of their social class and level of education, should enjoy the opportunity to learn about plants.'