22nd January | 19th February | 19th March | 16th April Thursdays, 10am-12:30pm. New Year, New Hobby! Watercolour painting classes for beginners. Start the year creatively with An Introduction to Watercolour Painting at Barnsdale Gardens, led by artist Dawn Wright. Perfect for complete beginners, this four-day course will help you gain confidence with brushes, colour... Read more »
Join us on Wednesday 28th January 2026 for an interactive workshop to help you get the most out of your roses this season. Head Gardener Tim will take you on a tour of the roses, followed by a hands on demonstration to get the best out of your roses. You will have a go at rose... Read more »
Make your own blocks to decorate fabric bags with a unique design. Tea towels also available. Such fun, and no-one will have one like yours! Great for gifts. 1-4pm £30 per person. Workshop Leader Sue Ball
Calm your mind, refresh your body. For centuries, sound has been recognised as a powerful form of healing in cultures all over the world. The Gong is one of the most powerful idiophone (vibrating) instruments that is used for sound healing and is rapidly gaining popularity in the Western world. The deep, resonant sound vibrations... Read more »
An exclusive opportunity to tour Burghley's private South Gardens and Sculpture Garden with Burghley's Gardening Team. Admire the swathes of snowdrops across Capability Brown's undulating landscapes, see all the newly planted areas ready for the open season and find out what the team has been working on over the winter season.
Take part in an immersive workshop where you’ll design, build, and take home your very own miniature garden. Perfect for all skill levels, this hands-on experience is guided by our in-house garden expert, Sarah Webster, who will lead you through every step of creating a beautiful and self-sustaining terrarium. You’ll explore the principles of terrarium... Read more »
Time: 10.00am – 4.00pm Ever dreamed of creating your very own handwoven fabric? If so, this workshop is for you! Suitable for complete beginners or those with a little more experience. Each workshop is focused on a small group (max 6); allowing for individual support in a relaxed and creative environment. So, if you are... Read more »
You’re Invited! An Evening with Dr Dean Lomax - Saturday, 7th February 2026 - Rutland County Museum The Secret Lives of Dinosaurs & the Remarkable “Rutland Sea Dragon” Join us for a fascinating talk with renowned palaeontologist Dr Dean Lomax, as he brings to life the hidden world of dinosaurs and shares the extraordinary story... Read more »
A morning of hands-on tuition (9am-12pm) followed by lunch in the pub. The day starts at 9am with a chat over a coffee and pastries, before being taken through to 'The Barn' and introduced to your ingredients. You will wield the spoon and mixing bowls under expert tuition, working your way through all the different... Read more »
6:30 pm – 9:30 pm February 14, 2026 What does the evening include? A fantastic selection of wine for Lovers of France 5 Wines A guide to each wine, their grapes and which foods they pair best with Exclusive in store offers Limited to 12 seats making it a more intimate affair These events are charged at... Read more »
We are delighted to welcome an expert Rose Consultant from David Austin Roses for a special Rose Pruning Workshop at Gates Oakham on Wednesday 18 February! Join our David Austin rose expert for an enjoyable, relaxed half-day workshop covering everything you need to know about pruning to keep your roses healthy and thriving. This interactive session will show... Read more »
We are delighted to welcome an expert Rose Consultant from David Austin Roses for a special Rose Pruning Workshop at Gates Oakham on Wednesday 18 February! Join our David Austin rose expert for an enjoyable, relaxed half-day workshop covering everything you need to know about pruning to keep your roses healthy and thriving. This interactive session will show... Read more »
Henry Agg knows first-hand how to create a beautiful garden while balancing work and family life. After years in the corporate world, he taught himself to garden, later studying with the RHS and the English Gardening School. Now a qualified garden designer with his own practice and over 550k Instagram followers, Henry is passionate about... Read more »
Join us for Seasonal Cookery Demonstrations at The Olive Branch – an engaging two-hour session led by head chef Dean Carroll, followed by a delicious three-course lunch. Dean’s passion for "back-to-basics" cooking shines as he shares tips and techniques using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. You’ll enjoy lively, interactive demonstrations during which you can ask questions... Read more »
6:30 pm – 9:30 pm February 20, 2026 What does the evening include? A fantastic selection of wine carefully curated to pair beautifully with your Christmas Dinner 5 Wines A guide to each wine, their grapes and which foods they pair best with Exclusive in store offers Limited to 12 seats making it a more intimate affair... Read more »
Dawn Wright has been painting and teaching botanical art for the past 16 years. She is a Fellow of the UK’s Society of Botanical Artists. She exhibits regularly around the UK with her work being held in many private collections. She enjoys recreating the colours that the changing seasons and the natural world bring us,... Read more »
A morning of hand-on tuition (9am-12pm) followed by lunch in the pub. The day starts at 9am with a chat over a coffee and pastries, before being taken through to 'The Barn' and introduced to your ingredients. You will wield the spoon and mixing bowls under expert tuition, working your way through all the different... Read more »