May 14 11am to 2pm Behind the Greenhouse A cutting garden is made for harvesting blooms throughout the season. Our gardener Simon has made a small cutting garden planted for a succession of flowers to be used in the house. Simon advises on plot preparation, soils, planting or sowing and most importantly on how to […]
June 4 11am to 2pm In the Greenhouse and Garden by October the autumn garden is thinking of fading, but you can continue its fascination by growing those weird and wonderful verities of gourds, pumpkins and squash creating an interesting Halloween garden. With Simon, learn about timing and growing the unusual pumpkin verities, plus the […]
June 28 2pm to 4pm In The Greenhouse On a spring afternoon let the evocative music of classic Jazz, the music made famous by Ella, Billy, Fats, Louis and the greats of 20th century jazz will ensure this an afternoon of total enjoyment. Choose a hot coffee with a creamy topping, a shot of Bourbon […]
September 6 10am to 4pm In the Greenhouse Artist Helen Cousins will guide you step by step to create your own botanic watercolour painting. Whether you are a beginner or refreshing your skill, this is a day for you. Food & drink included. £175 per person Tickets available from www.helencousinsbotanics.com/events
Sunday 6 September 11am to 3pm Car show and lunch time music are in the Park. Gardens and Tea Room open. 11am to 4.30pm Once again, we welcome all the classic car enthusiasts to bring their treasured Classic Cars to display in the park land in front of West Green House. It’s a relaxing day […]
September 7-9, 10am to 4pm In the Greenhouse A three day in depth workshop for those who want to explore Botanic Art in greater depth. Working from life explore seasonal subjects whilst refreshing your water colour and drawing techniques. Limited to 6 students. Food & drink included. £495 per person Tickets available from www.helencousinsbotanics.com/events
September 17 11am to 3pm In the Greenhouse The colours of autumn, the berries, grasses and the final long lasting flowers, can all come together to make an attractive and fashionable door wreath, that of course with just the addition of perhaps a witches hat carries it through as inspired decoration for Halloween. The garden […]
September 20 2pm to 4pm In the Greenhouse With a glass of Italy’s famous sparkling Prosecco in hand sit back and thrill to the arias from the repertoire made famous by the Three Tenors. It’s those spine-tingling favourites that have thrilled everyone from football crowds, opera and theatre goers the world over. £59 per person […]
October 1 11am to 2pm In the Greenhouse Preparing the pots for a spring flowering has been nicknamed ’lasagna planting’ for it is the layering of bulbs to ensure a long spring flowering display. We do this style of planting every year with great success, so look forward to seeing the demonstration pots made today […]
Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 October 11am to 4pm In the Greenhouse and Gardens Over the centuries apple trees have been planted in profusion in the gardens so we have hundreds of apples to give away. A FREE BAG OF APPLES FOR EVERY FAMILY All harvested from our own trees The experts from Sparsholt College […]