Workshops provide a ‘hands on’ opportunity to learn a new technique and then practice using our beautiful seasonal flowers

Learn how to tie a bouquet as a gift or for an upcoming wedding - Monday 20 April, 2-4 pm

Bring a favourite - or maybe troublesome - vase and learn how to arrange beautiful seasonal flowers to best effect - Tuesday 28 April, 10-12

Learn how to create bridal party flowers (bouquets, buttonholes and/or flower crowns) - Friday 1 May, 10-12

Explore the art of arranging in the round, using a bowl and pin holder - Thursday 14 May, 2-4 pm

Workshops can be designed around the needs of your party, flowers, materials and refreshments are included. All mechanics are sustainable

Prices from £65 per head. Please email to explore dates and prices for a bespoke session, or to discuss options if the dates above are not convenient

During December, you can come and learn how to make your own beautiful Christmas wreath or table centre in a small group where you will receive hands-on support, ensuring a beautiful outcome

Workshops are a lovely way of spending time with friends or family, away from the business of Christmas preparations, doing something fun and creative.

Dates will be announced in September, or make an enquiry if you would like to schedule a private session with friends (at Close Cottage, or your own venue)

Autumnal wreath workshop also available

Demonstrations can be a great way of injecting inspiration, new ideas and techniques

How to use sustainable techniques and transition away from floral foam - arranging at home or in church - Thursday 23 April, 2-4 pm

Flower arranging tips for beginners - Tuesday 12 May, 2-4 pm

Introduction to growing and arranging your own cut flowers - Friday 22 May, 10-12

Autumnal Tablescape - TBD

Christmas Tablescape - TBD

These can be designed around the interests of your party and held in a small group setting at Close Cottage (£30 per head) or your own venue if you have a larger group (e.g. a Gardening or Flower Arranging group)

Consultations and advisory services are available ‘one off’, or over an extended period, on the following topics (£50 per hour, indicative)

Plan and grow your own wedding or event flowers

Establish your own cutting garden

Revitalise your garden planting

Sustainability for venues and institutions - how to grow and arrange your own seasonal flowers throughout the year