Events
Things to look forward to.
Dates for your diary.
Learn the art of Decoupage
Thursday 1st May, 10.00am – 14.00pm
£45
Join the creative duo Tony and Carl for a day of decoupage…
You will learn to decoupage using tissue paper on slate and fiber papers from Redesign with Prima on wood. At the end of the workshop, you will take home 4 decorated slate coasters (square or hexagonal) and a simple tray which is ideal to use for summer drinks in the garden.
Early May Bank Holiday Artisan Pop-Ups
Saturday 3rd May, 9am–5pm
Sunday 4th May, 10am–4pm
Monday 5th May, 9am-5pm
Free
This Early May Bank Holiday, we will have some special guest artisan stallholders with us to give you an even better experience when you visit…
Full-Day Glass Fusing Workshop
Sunday 4th May 10.00am – 16.00pm
£90
Join Angela from Settle Glass Studio for a fun and creative half-day workshop where you’ll explore the beautiful art of fused glass.
Botanical Casting Workshop
Tuesday 6th May 10.00am–3.00pm
£65
Learn the art of Botanical Clay printing.
Crepe Paper Flower Craft Workshop
Sunday 11th May, 13.00pm – 15.30pm
£50
Join Indigo Studio artist Lisa Howard to learn the gorgeous, intricate art of creating sculptural paper flowers.
Artisan Market “Lilac”
Saturday 17th May, 9am–5pm
Sunday 18th May, 10am–4pm
Free
Seasonal crafts brought to you by the finest makers, designers and producers from Lancashire and beyond.
Macrame Dried Flower Wreath
Saturday 24th May 9.30am – 1.00pm
£40
Join Karen from Knots and Rocks and create your own macrame dried flower wreath.
Arm Knitting Workshop with AllyBobsKnits
Sunday 25th May, 10:30am–1:00pm
£95
Get creative, have fun and learn a new skill by coming along to one of AllyBobsKnits popular chunky wool blanket arm knitting…
Coloured Pencil Workshop
Wednesday 28th May, 10.15am – 12.45pm
£38
If you'd like to try something new, why not come along and discover the art of coloured pencils?
Secrets to Success with Pots & Containers
Thursday 29th May 2025, 9.00am-11.00am or 18.00pm-20.00pm
£15
In this interesting talk, John Foley will detail how to bring life into any outdoor space.
From small window boxes to hanging baskets, DIY wooden box planters to galvanised pots and tubs, right through to impressive feature urns, and large terracotta pots that flank a grand entrance…
Willow Animal Sculpture Workshop with Pip Cottage
Saturday 31st May, 9:00am–5pm
£95
A popular workshop to produce a 2ft high deer, hare, sheep, pig, or bird…ready to decorate with lights for festive cheer.
Plants for Pollinators Talk
Sunday 1st June 2025, 10.00am-11.00am
FREE
Plants for Pollinators
Join pollinator-plant expert and author Maureen Little for this interesting talk to discover what plants are best for bees, butterflies, moths, and other insect pollinators.
Macrame Tree of Life
Saturday 7th June 10.30am – 12.30pm
£35
Learn the necessary knots to craft a popular Tree of Life design. Using a variety of coloured strings, each creation will be unique, allowing you to showcase your individuality and creativity.
Mosaic Plant Pots
Saturday 7th June 1.00pm – 3.00pm
£35
Learn how to create a decorative plant pot using mosaic techniques. You’ll learn how to position and secure tiles, design captivating patterns, and craft your very own bespoke plant holder to proudly display at home.
Cyanotype Sun Printing Workshop
Sunday 8th June, 13.00pm – 15.30pm
Sold Out
Join Indigo Studio artist Lisa Howard to learn the stunning art of cyanotype printing…
Artisan Market “Rose”
Saturday 14th June, 9am–5pm
Sunday 15th June, 10am–4pm
Free
Seasonal crafts brought to you by the finest makers, designers and producers from Lancashire and beyond.
Arm Knitting Workshop with AllyBobsKnits
Sunday 22nd June, 10:30am–1:00pm
£95
Get creative, have fun and learn a new skill by coming along to one of AllyBobsKnits popular chunky wool blanket arm knitting…
Tips & tricks for the Summer & Autumn Garden
Tuesday 24th June 2025, 9.00am–11.00am or 18.00pm-20.00pm
£15
This new talk from our owner John Foley, is the perfect way to kick off a successful season in your garden.
Learn tips, tricks, and techniques in order to get the most out of your plants, your garden, and the time, money, and effort that you spend on it every year.
Botanical Silver Clay Jewellery
Saturday 28th June, 10.00am – 3.00pm
£115
Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature and creativity at this Botanical Silver Clay Jewellery Workshop.
Macrame Planter on Driftwood
Sunday 29th June 9.30am – 1.00pm
£40
Join Karen from Knots and Rocks and create your own macrame planter on driftwood.
Cyanotype Sun Printing Workshop
Sunday 29th June, 1.00pm – 3.30pm
£50
Join Indigo Studio artist Lisa Howard to learn the stunning art of cyanotype printing…
Flower Pressing and Framing Workshop
Sunday 6th July, 11.00am – 1.00pm
£65
Learn the art of flower pressing and how to select and prepare the best flowers for the season.
Botanical Casting Workshop
Wednesday 9th July 10.00am–3.00pm
£65
Learn the art of Botanical Clay printing.
Seasonal Flower Ceramic Painting Workshop
Saturday 19th July 10.30am – 12.30pm
£35
Join artist Elle Morse for a creative ceramic painting workshop inspired by the seasonal flowers grown in her garden.
Pressed Flower Card Workshop
Sunday 20th July 11.00am–1.00pm
£23
Learn how to preserve beautiful flowers and design unique, nature-inspired greeting cards.
Coaster Printing Workshop
Sunday 13th July, 11.00am – 12.30pm
£35
Whether you’re looking to spruce up your living room, dress up your dining table, or create thoughtful housewarming gifts, the Coaster Printing Workshop is the perfect solution.
Artisan Market “Dahlia”
Saturday 27th September, 9am–5pm
Sunday 28th September, 10am–4pm
Free
Seasonal crafts brought to you by the finest makers, designers and producers from Lancashire and beyond.
Botanical Silver Clay Jewellery
Saturday 4th October, 10.00am – 3.00pm
£115
Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature and creativity at this Botanical Silver Clay Jewellery Workshop.
Pumpkin & Petals - Pumpkin Decorating Workshop
Saturday 18th October 12.00pm–2.00pm
£28
A fun and artistic workshop to let your creativity flow as you use pressed flowers and paint to decorate your pumpkin.
Artisan Market “Tulip”
Saturday 26th April, 9am–5pm
Sunday 27th April, 10am–4pm
Free
Seasonal crafts brought to you by the finest makers, designers and producers from Lancashire and beyond.
A Masterclass in Planting Schemes & Flower Bed Design
Friday 25th April 2025, 9.00am-11.00am or 18.00pm-20.00pm
SOLD OUT
Join John Foley for this interesting talk where he'll go into detail about planting schemes, flower bed design and styles, and planning and planting. The aim is to learn how to give your gardens interest, style, and colour combinations throughout the seasons.
Botanical Bas-Relief Casting Plaques Workshop
Friday 18th April, 10.30am – 15.30pm
Sold Out
Come along and enjoy this fun course where you will learn the various steps to making your own bas-relief flower & nature plaster cast relief plaques.
A lovely and creative way to start the Easter Weekend with friends or family members.
Creation Station Children’s Easter Workshops
Thursday 17th April 2025, Various Times
£7 a session
Join Creation Station for more fun, arty sessions this Easter Half-Term…
Three different workshops themed all around Easter.
Bunny & basket crafts, as well as egg decorating and marbling.
Spaces are extremely limited…
Pure Merino Wool Cushion Making Workshop
Sunday 13th April, 10.30am–12.30pm
£65
Get creative, have fun and learn a new skill by coming along to one of AllyBobsKnits NEW chunky wool cushion knitting workshops…
Wine & Lancashire Cheese Tasting
Saturday 12th April, 15.00pm – 16.30pm
£35
Join us at The Nursery for this fabulous new wine & local cheese tasting workshop…
Led by Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Educator, Maureen Little, who will present five specially selected wines from around the world, each expertly paired with a local Lancashire cheese.
Creation Station Children’s Easter Workshops
Friday 11th April 2025, Various Times
£7 a session
Join Creation Station for more fun, arty sessions this Easter Half-Term…
Three different workshops themed all around Easter.
Bunny & basket crafts, as well as egg decorating and marbling.
Spaces are extremely limited…
Willow Workshop - Garden Obelisks - with Pip Cottage
Sunday 6th April, 9.30am–4.00pm
From £60
Great for edible and ornamental climbers or a bold feature that adds structure to your garden. Half day and full day options available.
Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea with Live Music
Saturday 29th March, 15.00pm - 17.00pm
£30pp
Join The Reading Room Kitchen for a very special Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea event.
The exceptionally talented Victoria Chesterton will be singing while you sip on some fizz and enjoy a bespoke afternoon tea.
Chocolate Making Workshop
Saturday 29th March 10.30am – 13.00pm
£45
Join Jaqueline’s Chocolates for this fun, interactive artisan chocolate-making workshop. Make and decorate your very own, unique box of truffle chocolates. Bring Mum, or whoever you celebrate as a mother figure…
Propagation Masterclass
Monday 24th March 2025, 9:00am–11.00am or 18.00pm-20.00pm
£15
Join John Foley, expert horticulturalist and Master Grower 2023, to discover the wonder of plants by understanding how to harness the ability to reproduce them, through cuttings, division, and other forms of propagation.
Arm Knitting Workshop with AllyBobsKnits
Sunday 23rd March, 10.30am–1.00pm
£95
Get creative, have fun and learn a new skill by coming along to one of AllyBobsKnits popular chunky wool blanket arm knitting…
Hand Craft your own Pottery Highland Cow
Wednesday 19th March, 10.00am–3.30pm
£75
At the Highland Cow workshop you will learn some of the key skills of the sculptor and in the process you will create your very own masterpiece.
Living Willow “Harlequin Tree” Sculpture Workshop with Pip Cottage
Sunday 16th March, 10:00am–4:00pm
£95
Weave your own living willow tree and take it home in a pot. A satisfying make and a great feature to plant out in the garden or into a larger pot.
Nurture & Glow - Lymphatic Massage & Flow
Saturday 8th March 2025, 16.30pm - 19.30pm
£55 inc. food / drinks
Join The Reading Room Kitchen for an evening of celebrating femininity. Indulging in delicious food whilst discovering the power of self-massage for lymphatic and breast health.
Pruning Masterclass
Wednesday 26th February 2025, 9.00am–11.00am or 18.00pm-20.00pm
£45
Join John Foley, expert horticulturalist and Master Grower 2023, to unravel the mystery of how and when to prune, across a variety of different plants.
Glass Bottle Painting Workshop
Sunday 23rd February 1pm–3pm
£35
Learn easy and fun glass painting techniques as you transform an ordinary glass bottle into a stunning piece of art.
Pure Merino Wool Cushion Making Workshop
Sunday 23rd February 10:30am–12:30pm
£65
Get creative, have fun and learn a new skill by coming along to one of AllyBobsKnits NEW chunky wool cushion knitting workshops…
Macrame for Beginners
Sunday 23rd February 10am–12pm
£35
Learn the basics of macrame and create a unique plant pot holder.
Critters Interactive Animal Encounters
Tuesday 18th February, 14.00pm - 15.30pm
£12.99
Join us this February half-term to get up close and interactive with a range of native and exotic reptiles, cool amphibians & unusual bugs from Critters Interactive.
Botanical Casting Workshop
Tuesday 18th February 10.00am–3.00pm
£65
Learn the art of Botanical Clay printing.
Hand Craft your own Moon Gazing Hare
Wednesday 12th February, 10:00am–3.30pm
£75
At the Moon Gazing Hare workshop you will learn some of the key skills of the sculptor and in the process you will create your very own hare masterpiece.
The 12 Months of Gardening Masterclass
Tuesday 28th January 2025, 9.00am–11.00am or 18.00pm-20.00pm
£45
This interesting talk from plantsman John will give you knowledge and know-how on what to do in your garden throughout each month of the year. It will touch on planning, planting, pruning, propagation, mulching, maintenance, and much more.
Arm Knitting Workshop with AllyBobsKnits
Sunday 19th January, 10:30am–1:00pm
£95
Get creative, have fun and learn a new skill by coming along to one of AllyBobsKnits popular chunky wool blanket arm knitting…
Meet Father Chrismas
Sunday 22nd December, 9.30am–4pm
£10 per child
Father Christmas is coming back to the specially designed Christmas Grotto at The Nursery, to meet children of The Ribble Valley and beyond, adding an extra touch of magic before the main day arrives...
Artisan Christmas Market “Berry”
Friday 20th & Saturday 21st December, 10am–5pm
Sunday 22nd December, 10am–4pm
Free
Pop along and meet the carefully selected local makers, creators and talented producers of all things unique, handmade, hand-crafted, or hand grown. Nestled in the nooks and crannies of our Nursery, amongst the Christmas trees, festive plants, and much-loved Christmas displays…
Think gorgeous gifts, natural skincare and fresh fragrances, local art and literature, touch-worthy textiles, ethical clothing, beautiful jewellery, tasty edible treats, and much more.
Meet Father Chrismas
Sunday 15th December, 9.30am–4pm
£10 per child
Father Christmas is coming back to the specially designed Christmas Grotto at The Nursery, to meet children of The Ribble Valley and beyond, adding an extra touch of magic before the main day arrives...
Artisan Christmas Market “Mistletoe”
Friday 13th & Saturday 14th December, 10am–5pm
Sunday 15th December, 10am–4pm
Free
Pop along and meet the carefully selected local makers, creators and talented producers of all things unique, handmade, hand-crafted, or hand grown. Nestled in the nooks and crannies of our Nursery, amongst the Christmas trees, festive plants, and much-loved Christmas displays…
Christmas Wreath Making Workshop with Leafy Couture
Wednesday 11th December, 10:00am–12:00pm and 2:00pm-4:00pm
£65
Join Leafy Couture for a festive and hands-on Christmas wreath making workshop where you'll learn to create beautiful wreaths to deck your halls!
Meet Father Chrismas
Sunday 8th December, 9.30am–4pm
£10 per child
Father Christmas is coming back to the specially designed Christmas Grotto at The Nursery, to meet children of The Ribble Valley and beyond, adding an extra touch of magic before the main day arrives...