Events
Things to look forward to.
Dates for your diary.
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.
Botanical Casting Workshop
Wednesday 18th June 10.00am–3.00pm
£65
Learn the art of Botanical Clay printing.
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, 1.30pm – 3.30pm
£50
Join Indigo Studio artist Lisa Howard to learn the stunning art of cyanotype printing…
Learn the art of Brusho
Friday 4th July , 10.00am – 2.00pm
£95
Learn to use Brusho on artist paper and create your own unique framed triptych.
Drawing with Coloured Pencil Workshop
Saturday 5th July , 10.15am – 12.45pm
£38
If you'd like to try something new, why not come along and discover the art of coloured pencils?
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.
English Wine Tasting
Sunday 6th July, 2.30pm – 4.00pm
£45
Join us at the Nursery to celebrate English Wine!
Once regarded as inferior to many other regions, English wine is on the up and up.
Led by Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Educator, Maureen Little.
Botanical Casting Workshop
Wednesday 9th July 10.00am–3.00pm
£65
Learn the art of Botanical Clay printing.
Learn the art of Decoupage
Friday 11th July , 10.00am – 2.00pm
£49
Join the creative duo Tony and Carl for a day of decoupage…
You will learn to decorate a wooden Lazy Susan and a set of matching coasters
Cyanotype Sun Printing Workshop
Sunday 13th July, 1.00pm – 3.30pm
£50
Join Indigo Studio artist Lisa Howard to learn the stunning art of cyanotype 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.
Botanical Bas-Relief Casting Plaques Workshop
Saturday 26th July, 10.30am – 3.30pm
£75 - 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.
Coaster Printing Workshop
Sunday 27th 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.
Botanical Floral Art in Resin Jewellery
Sunday 27th July, 2:00pm–4:00pm
£45
Join Artist Tutor Elizabeth who will show you how to preserve a unique Botanical Flora Art in time forever.
Botanical Floral Art in Resin Jewellery
Sunday 17th August, 2:00pm–4:00pm
£45
Join Artist Tutor Elizabeth who will show you how to preserve a unique Botanical Flora Art in time forever.
Botanical Casting Workshop
Sunday 14th September 10.00am–3.00pm
£65
Learn the art of Botanical Clay printing.
Arm Knitting Workshop with AllyBobsKnits
Sunday 21st September, 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 Fox
Thursday 25th September, 10.00am–3.30pm
£85
At the Fox workshop you will learn some of the key skills of the sculptor and in the process you will create your very own foxy masterpiece.
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.
Arm Knitting Workshop with AllyBobsKnits
Sunday 16th November, 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…
Cyanotype Sun Printing Workshop
Sunday 8th June, 13.00pm – 15.30pm
Sold Out - More dates available
Join Indigo Studio artist Lisa Howard to learn the stunning art of cyanotype printing…
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.
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.
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.
Willow Animal Sculpture Workshop with Pip Cottage
Saturday 31st May, 9:00am–5:00pm
£95 - SOLD OUT
A popular workshop to produce a 2ft high deer, hare, sheep, pig, or bird…ready to decorate with lights for festive cheer.
Creation Station Children’s Half Term Workshops
Friday 30th May 2025, Various Times
£7 a session
Join Creation Station for more fun, arty sessions this Summer Half-Term…
Three different workshops themed all around flowers and pots.
Paint a pot, Print a Plant & Model a Pot.
Spaces are extremely limited…
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…
Creation Station Children’s Half Term Workshops
Monday 26th May 2025, Various Times
£7 a session
Join Creation Station for more fun, arty sessions this Summer Half-Term…
Three different workshops themed all around flowers and pots.
Paint a pot, Print a Plant & Model a Pot.
Spaces are extremely limited…
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…
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.
Late May Bank Holiday Artisan Pop-Ups
Saturday 24th May, 9am–5pm
Sunday 25th May, 10am–4pm
Monday 26th May, 9am-5pm
Free
This Late May Bank Holiday, we will have some special guest artisan stallholders with us to give you an even better experience when you visit…
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.
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.
Botanical Casting Workshop
Tuesday 6th May 10.00am–3.00pm
£65
Learn the art of Botanical Clay printing.
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…
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.
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.