West Green House Gardens

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2026-01-23 - 2026-12-31 | West Green House Gardens, Thackham’s Lane, near Hartley Wintney, Hook, Hampshire, RG27 8JB, United Kingdom
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Fundamentals of Botanical Art
2026-09-06 10:00 - 16:00 (Europe/London)
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

Classic Car Show and Music, Music, Music
2026-09-06 11:00 - 16:30
Sunday 6 September
Car show opens to the public at 11am.
By popular demand, The West End Jersey Boys return to sing at our annual Car Show. They will start their concert at 12.30pm with a break at 1.15-1.45 and conclude at 2.30pm. They will be singing a selection of the best loved songs by Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons.
Prize giving at 2.30pm and the Car Show will close at 3pm but the gardens remain open until 4.30pm.
The prizes include “Best in Show”, “Peoples Choice” and the “Exceptional Unexceptional Car” all awarded by Foster & Heanes Ltd, our sponsors.
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. Registration is free and includes one driver and passenger, but we would welcome a donation towards our costs if you are able.
It’s a relaxing day to view the cars, indulge in sausage and bacon rolls or dine in the Gardens Tea Room. The food stall in the paddock is open from 9am until the car show closes. There will also be a bar in the paddock and the Tearoom will be serving hot and cold drinks, a great selection of cakes and light lunches including the renowned West Green House sausage and cranberry roll. Tearoom is open from 11am to 4pm.
West Green House gardens are open just for the Car Show this day. NT and RHS members are not allowed free entry on Car Show Day.
Adults £20, Child £15, Family ticket £60 (2 adults & 2 Children)
Includes: Car show admission, entry to the gardens, tea rooms and concert.
REGISTER YOUR CAR or CLUB HERE

Botanic Art Dive Deeper
2026-09-07 10:00 - 2026-09-09 16:00
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

The Autumn Wreath
2026-09-17 11:00 - 15:00
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 still looks so colourful, so enjoy a day with us with a good lunch and then a workshop hosted by Sandra to make a unique wreath. We will supply all materials, but do dress warmly and bring your own gloves and secateurs.
£80 per person
Includes: Morning coffee, demonstration, lunch and workshop with all materials included. Morning coffee served in the Tearoom from 10.45am and lunch at 12.30pm.

Prosecco and Arias
2026-09-20 14:00 - 16:00
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
Includes: A garden visit, pre-concert drink, concert and car parking.

Pots for "Lasagna" Planting-Layering Bulbs for Spring
2026-10-01 11:00 - 14:00
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 at West Green House in the garden next spring!
Pictured is last years” Lasagna pot” that flowered from late February to early May.
£69 per person
Includes: Morning coffee, demonstration followed by lunch with a glass of wine in the Tea Room

Apple Weekend
2026-10-03 11:00 - 16:30, 2026-10-04 11:00 - 16:30
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 return to display their heritage apple collection and answer all questions about apple growing. For the children there is a Johnny Appleseed trail and quiz sheet to ‘identify’ apples and the tearoom has a menu filled with good apple-based dishes. Simon is operating the fresh apple juice press in the Green House, and this is a fine time to see the garden at its autumn best.
Normal garden conditions Adults £12 / Child £6
Free for RHS and NT members upon presentation of a valid membership card
The Johnny Appleseed trail is £5 per Child plus garden entry and please pre-book the trail.
The trail and quiz sheet with a small bag of sweets, is for children only. Accompanying adults enter free with NT or RHS cards or need to pay entrance on the day.

Dahlias and Tulips
2026-10-08 11:00 - 14:00
October 8
11am to 2pm
In the Greenhouse
There is a time in early spring after the first frost when the dahlias should be lifted and tulips planted.
Simon will demonstrate the lifting and storing of dahlias successfully then, as it’s now time to purchase the tulips he will guide you through the many styles, their different longevity and tips on planting.
Fascinating garden topics to explore, more over a gardeners lunch.
£69 per person
Includes morning coffee, demonstration and lunch with a glass of pre-Christmas cheer.
Please dress warmly.

Fundamentals of Botanical Art
2026-10-11 10:00 - 16:00
October 11
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

Botanic Art Dive Deeper
2026-10-12 10:00 - 2026-10-14 16:00
October 12-14
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

Halloween Musicals
2026-10-18 12:00 - 15:30
October 18
12pm to 3.30pm
In the Greenhouse
With wicked wit and fine voices leaving us trembling through the music of the ‘spooky’ musicals, with favourite songs from The Phantom of the Opera, Little Shop of Horrors, Wicked and many more, this will be the most joyous way to celebrate this season. It is always a treat to have such a renowned chef as Jon Kohout in the kitchen, so expect good food and excellent music.
£95 per person
Includes: A garden visit, pre lunch drink, lunch, concert and car parking. Wine can be purchased from the bar.

The Halloween Pumpkin Patch
2026-10-24 11:00 - 16:30, 2026-10-25 11:00 - 16:30, 2026-10-28 11:00 - 16:30, 2026-10-29 11:00 - 16:30, 2026-10-30 11:00 - 16:30, 2026-10-31 11:00 - 16:30, 2026-11-01 11:00 - 16:30
NEW FOR 2026
THE HALLOWEEN PUMPKIN PATCH
October 24, 25 and 28 to November 1
11am to 4.30pm
In the Garden and Field
Follow the HALLOWEEN TRAIL to our Sun Flower enclosed PUMPKIN PATCH full of weird and wonderful Pumpkins,
strange Gourds and creeping flowers.

Pumpkins to paint
Old fashioned games
A “spooky” disco
Perhaps even a hayride

Halloween Pumpkin Patch Adults £16 Children £11 Family Ticket £50 (includes garden entry)
NT/RHS members Adult £6 Children £5 Family ticket £20 (upon presentation of a valid membership card)

Christmas Crafting Willow Lanterns
2026-10-29 11:00 - 16:30
October 29
11am to 3.30pm
In the Greenhouse
The designers of the gardens Christmas Lanterns demonstrate how these imaginative creatures are made in
environmentally friendly willow and paper. After a convivial home made lunch make a star lantern to decorate your home. Morning coffee at 10.45am in the Tearoom and lunch at 12.30pm.
£80 per person
Includes: Morning coffee, demonstration, lunch, all equipment and a star lantern.
Please dress warmly and bring your own gloves and secateurs.

Christmas Wreath Making Half Day Workshops
2026-11-28 11:00 - 14:00
November 28, 29 December 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, 13
11am to 2pm
In the Greenhouse
Join us for a morning to make your own Christmas door wreath using the beautiful evergreens picked from West
Green House gardens. Learn as you go to moss a wire frame, adding your foliage and decorations for the most
traditional country wreath. These days are hosted by our in-house team, florist Sandra Short or Simon Hickmott. Morning coffee at 10.45am in the Tearoom and lunch at 1pm.
£75 per person
Includes: Parking, morning coffee, lunch, workshop with all materials. Please dress warmly and bring your own gloves and secateurs.

VIP Christmas Preview & Afternoon Tea
2026-11-28 14:30 - 17:00, 2026-11-29 14:30 - 17:00, 2026-12-03 14:30 - 17:00
2.30pm to 4pm
This is a Christmas treat to remember.
Join friends and family at 2.30pm and indulge in a Traditional Christmas Afternoon Tea of scones, jam and clotted cream, sandwiches and cake, served with a choice of Tea or Coffee and a glass of Mulled Wine. Then as darkness falls and before the spectacular garden lights open for everyone to see, enter the garden and view them as a VIP guest.
Includes Afternoon Tea, Mulled Wine (18+ only) and early admission to the garden and the “Once Upon a Time Christmas Trail”.
Adults £59 Child (3-15) £34

'Once Upon a Time' Illuminated Trail at West Green House and Petting Zoo (28 Nov)
2026-11-28 16:30 - 21:00
A kilometre-long Illuminated Trail through the lakes and gardens, where you’ll discover the magical creatures and fairy folk who inhabit our favourite ‘Once Upon a Time’ stories.
Everyone including our animal friends wish to celebrate at Christmas! They are visiting us at West Green House this Christmas dressed up in their holiday best to greet you and the family. Handlers will be with the animals to assits the children to pet them and enjoy this delightful experience.

Admission to the Petting Zoo is included with the ‘Once Upon a Time’ tickets.

Please pre-book parking with your tickets.

Christmas Wreath Making Half Day Workshops
2026-11-29 11:00 - 16:30
November 29
11am to 2pm
In the Greenhouse
Join us for a morning to make your own Christmas door wreath using the beautiful evergreens picked from West
Green House gardens. Learn as you go to moss a wire frame, adding your foliage and decorations for the most
traditional country wreath. These days are hosted by our in-house team, florist Sandra Short or Simon Hickmott. Morning coffee at 10.45am in the Tearoom and lunch at 1pm.
£75 per person
Includes: Parking, morning coffee, lunch, workshop with all materials. Please dress warmly and bring your own gloves and secateurs.

'Once Upon a Time' Illuminated Trail at West Green House and Petting Zoo (29 Nov)
2026-11-29 16:30 - 21:00

Christmas Wreath Making Inspirations and Workshop
2026-12-02 11:00 - 15:00
December 2nd
In the Greenhouse
A beautiful traditional door wreath always says “welcome” so from West Green House Garden our in house florist Sandra Short finds different textures in leaves, twigs and cones to demonstrate how to make a welcoming wreath for your door. To start coffee in the tearoom at 10.45am.
In the morning there will be a demonstration and ideas for decorating the house at Christmas, followed by a warm and convivial lunch and then it is time to make a wreath of your own.
£80 per person all inclusive
We supply the wire frames, florist sundries and evergreens, all you need is your own secateurs, gloves and to dress warmly.

Brocante De Noel
2026-12-03 11:00 - 15:00
In the Greenhouse
Thursday 3rd December 11am-3pm
For more information and to buy entry tickets: www.whitedoorbrocante.co.uk
Entry: £12 (£8 after midday)
The warm and cosy greenhouse at West Green House is the backdrop for our first Brocante de Noel. Featuring a lovely line up of stallholders selling festive delights, textiles, decorative pieces and antiques for your home this winter, as well as plants and flowers.
Enjoy fabulous shopping with lunch or tea in the gardens newly appointed Tack Room or in the Tearoom, now festively decorated for Christmas.
