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SUMMARY:Beginners Wildlife Photography Course 2026
DESCRIPTION:Spend a day immersed in the world of wildlife photography with Conservation Ranger Luke\, a unique experience designed for nature enthusiasts and photography lovers alike.  \nThis hands-on workshop begins in a dedicated classroom setting where you’ll learn the fundamentals of camera settings\, composition\, and how to capture the perfect shot of wildlife. \nOnce you’ve mastered the basics\, you’ll head out to a nearby hide\, where you can put your newly acquired skills into practice in a real-world setting. \nLocation: Anglian water Bird Watching Centre\, Egleton\, Oakham\, LE15 8BT
URL:https://discover-rutland.co.uk/event/beginners-wildlife-photography-course-2026-4/
LOCATION:The Anglian Water Bird Watching Centre\, Oakham\, Rutland\, LE15 8BT\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:The New Garden: Where a Blank Canvas Comes to Life. 25th July 2026
DESCRIPTION:10am-12:30pm\nAn inspiring course designed for beginners\, as well as those starting with a new-build garden or a completely blank outdoor space. This workshop guides you through the process of transforming an empty plot into a thriving\, beautiful garden tailored to your personal vision. \nIn this workshop you’ll learn: \n\nYour garden space\, understanding aspect\, soil and planning a new design or redevelopment.\nThe importance of ‘Right plant\, right place’.\nIntroduction to core gardening principles and plant care.\n\nLed by passionate plantaholic\, Burghley House head gardener\, Joe Whitehead. \nPrice includes tea/coffee and entry to the Gardens
URL:https://discover-rutland.co.uk/event/the-new-garden-where-a-blank-canvas-comes-to-life-25th-july-2026/
LOCATION:Barnsdale Gardens\, Barnsdale Avenue\, Exton\, Rutland\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Workshops & Courses
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SUMMARY:Gardening in Shade. 4th August\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:10am-12:30pm\nDiscover a range of plants that are perfect for the shady areas in your garden and clever ways to improve growing conditions and broaden your scope for planting. \nNick Hamilton’s morning course combines indoor tuition with an outdoor exploration of Barnsdale’s beautiful Gardens in search of some of the shade-loving plants that grow there. \nPerfect for gardeners of all levels looking to transform shaded spaces into thriving\, vibrant parts of the garden. \nPrice includes tea/coffee on arrival and entry to the Gardens.
URL:https://discover-rutland.co.uk/event/gardening-in-shade-4th-august-2026/
LOCATION:Barnsdale Gardens\, Barnsdale Avenue\, Exton\, Rutland\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Sculpture Workshop - Carving in Plaster
DESCRIPTION:A full-day creative workshop exploring the art of plaster carving. \nGuided by local sculptor Robert Fogell\, you’ll create your own unique organic form using plaster of Paris\, experimenting with carving and shaping techniques throughout the day. You’ll be encouraged to explore ideas and translate them into three-dimensional form\, building confidence as your piece develops. \nDrawing inspiration from Modernist artists such as Arp and Moore\, the workshop offers an opportunity to deepen your understanding of form\, balance and composition while refining your practical skills \nSuitable for all abilities\, this workshop is designed to support both beginners and those with more experience. Robert will provide individual guidance throughout\, allowing you to progress in a way that suits you. \nAll materials will be provided. \nLunch can be purchased at the Garden Café or Orangery Restaurant on the day or participants are welcome to bring a packed lunch.
URL:https://discover-rutland.co.uk/event/sculpture-workshop-carving-in-plaster/
LOCATION:Burghley House\, Peterborough\, Stamford\, PE93JY\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Composting with Nick Hamilton
DESCRIPTION:10am-12:30pm\nBeing able to compost all that free material that we generate at home and in the garden is an exciting thought. This course will show you how. \nNick Hamilton takes a look at what can and cannot be composted\, the requirements of a compost heap\, activators\, turning a heap and the pros and cons of each type of compost bin. \nPrice includes tea/coffee on arrival and entry to the Gardens.
URL:https://discover-rutland.co.uk/event/composting-with-nick-hamilton/
LOCATION:Barnsdale Gardens\, Barnsdale Avenue\, Exton\, Rutland\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Growing Flowers for Cutting
DESCRIPTION:10am-12:30pm\nAn informal talk with slides\, with a demonstration and a chance to make your own jam jar posy and hand tied bouquet to take home. \nA sowing and propagation demonstration\, hands-on workshop sowing seeds and you can take home some pots of seeds (cosmos\, poppies\, love in a mist). \nA handout covering all the information from the day will be available. Focussing on hard-working\, favourite flowers that give value for money and provide spectacular\, modern\, fresh flower arrangements to give as presents or for you to enjoy at home. \nAll materials included plus tea/coffee\, garden entry and Cream Tea.
URL:https://discover-rutland.co.uk/event/growing-flowers-for-cutting/
LOCATION:Barnsdale Gardens\, Barnsdale Avenue\, Exton\, Rutland\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Sculpture Workshop - Automata
DESCRIPTION:Discover the art of movement and mechanics in this engaging full-day sculpture workshop. \nLed by local sculptor Robert Fogell\, you’ll design and build your own simple automata – a small mechanical sculpture brought to life through movement. Using a range of mixed media materials\, you’ll explore how components interact to create motion\, combining creativity with basic mechanical principles. \nTaking inspiration from a variety of automata examples\, you’ll develop your ideas from concept through to construction\, building confidence in both your creative thinking and practical making skills. \nSuitable for all abilities\, this workshop welcomes complete beginners as well as those with more experience. Robert will offer support and guidance throughout the day\, allowing you to experiment\, problem-solve and progress at your own pace.
URL:https://discover-rutland.co.uk/event/sculpture-workshop-automata/
LOCATION:Burghley House\, Peterborough\, Stamford\, PE93JY\, United Kingdom
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