Christmas Workshops 2026
Christmas is just around the corner, and we're delighted to be offering both Christmas wreath and festive garland workshops this year. With several dates available, you'll find all the details listed below. We're also beginning to add our 2027 workshops, so scroll down to see what's coming up and secure your place
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What to Expect
Your day begins with a warm welcome coffee and homemade chocolate brownie around the cosy potting shed wood fire. Jenny, Head Gardener at Lima Gardens, will be your tutor and will take you step-by-step through each stage of making your wreath.
All of the materials—from the hand-woven hazel base to the moss and foliage you will be using—are gathered directly from the estate woodland or foraged locally. We take great care in supplying you with a rich variety of unusual and interesting greenery, decorative bits, and pieces. These unique elements all contribute to making your finished wreath one-of-a-kind and truly beautiful. We have found over the years that this thoughtful approach is what makes a day with us at Lima Gardens so wonderfully different to other workshops.
Set in a historic and deeply atmospheric location, we will be working inside our warm greenhouse with stunning views out over the gardens and the River Conwy. Throughout the day, we will retreat into the potting shed with its cosy wood fire for warm drinks and treats.
What’s Included
All Natural Materials: Hand-woven hazel base, moss, unusual evergreen foliage, interesting cones, seed heads, dried flowers, and wild berries.
Expert Tuition: Jenny will be on hand through the whole session to help and guide you. This is why we strictly limit group sizes to 8 people.
Festive Refreshments: Welcome coffee and chocolate brownie, tea, mulled wine, and mince pies. (Please advise of any dietary requirements upon booking. Please bring your own lunch).
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What to Expect
In this intimate, small-group workshop, Jenny will teach you how to craft a luxurious, 2-metre foliage garland—perfect for adorning a fireplace mantelpiece or front doorway. Enjoy a fun, festive day filled with creativity, Christmas carols, and mulled wine in our cozy potting shed.
What’s Included
All Materials: Premium foliage, wiring, and decorative elements to create a 2m garland.
Personalized Guidance: Restricted to just 6 attendees for hands-on, expert tuition.
Festive Refreshments: Mulled wine, warm drinks, and seasonal treats. (Please bring your own lunch).
Event Details
Date: Saturday 19th December
Time: 11:00am – 4:00pm
Price: £95.00 per person
Capacity: Strictly limited to 6 places
Workshops Coming in 2027
We are delighted to be teaming up with Firth Flock Flowers to bring you two exciting collaborative workshops at Lima Gardens in 2027!
Whether you are planning your dream wedding or wanting to fill your own plot with beautiful blooms, join us for some hands-on days of expert learning in our historic gardens.
1. Grow Your Own Cut Flower Garden
Learn how to plan, sow, and nurture a thriving plot of seasonal cut flowers. Jenny and Ellen will guide you through soil preparation, seed selection, and harvesting techniques so you can enjoy fresh, home-grown blooms all season
2. Make Your Own Wedding Flowers
Perfect for DIY brides, grooms, or floral enthusiasts! Discover the secrets to selecting, conditioning, and arranging fresh seasonal flowers for a wedding. From hand-tied bridal bouquets to buttonholes and table arrangements, you’ll gain the skills and confidence to create stunning wedding florals.
How to Book
Bookings for these collaborative workshops are managed directly by Firth Flock Flowers.
To view workshop dates, full details, and to reserve your place, please visit the link below:
Book Online: Visit Firth Flock Flowers Website