What's On January - June 2019

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Play & Explore

Welcome Open all year, the Gardens offers beauty and inspiration throughout the seasons. Outstanding attractions include: the iconic 250m long double summer border, Pond, Bog Garden and one of the largest Winter Gardens in Europe.

• Woodland Tree House • Hilltop Timber Assault Course

There is something different to see in the Gardens everyday. Whether it is the changing season or a new exhibition, trail or workshop there are always things to do for the whole family.

• Percussion Play

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Try out the exciting children’s play features:

Established by the distinguished plantsman Sir Harold Hillier in 1953, it is home to 14 National Collections, over 400 Champion Trees and 42,000 plants from temperate regions. It is one of the most important modern plant collections in the world.

The Gardens were left under the sole trusteeship of Hampshire County Council in 1977. Run as a charity, the Gardens are continually developing to further Sir Harold’s philosophy of horticulture, conservation, education and recreation.

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Whatever your age the Gardens are an amazing place to visit all year round.

The magnificent 180 acre Sir Harold Hillier Gardens is famous for its arboretum and gardens.

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• Super Snake Swing • Bamboo Tunnels • Jurassic Gunnera Boardwalks Or why not visit the “nature play” area in the woods.

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Thank you to Catherine Skinner, Marc White and Marianne Majerus and staff for contributing photos.

Share your best snaps on social media or email us info@hilliergardens.org.uk

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Continues from 7 Feb – 4 March

ArtSeen – Art Exhibition

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Continues from 9 Feb – 29 March

Spring I Spy

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4 – 8 March

£20 Spring Lunch for Two - in the Pavilion Restaurant

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7 March – 14 March

Woodcraft 2019 Exhibition

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9 March

Orchid in Sugarpaste – Workshop

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16 March

Falconry Photography Day

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16 – 25 March

Wessex Guild – Art Exhibition

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17 March

Spring Bulbs - Botanical Watercolour Workshop

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23 March

Water and Reflections in Watercolour – Art Workshop

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28 March – 29 April

Inspired by Nature – Art Exhibition

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30 March

Luxury Chocolate Making

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30 March – 22 April

Easter Trail

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Continues from 28 March – 29 April

Inspired by Nature – Art Exhibition

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Continues from 30 March – 22 April

Easter Trail

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6 April

Garden Photography Workshop

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Winter Jewels – Jewellery Exhibition

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Continues from 15 Dec – 6 Jan

Christmas Trail

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1 Jan

New Year’s Day Guided Tour

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2 – 31 Jan

Pudding for a Pound

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5 – 20 Jan

Progress of Nature - Art Exhibition

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6 Jan – 2 June

The Secret Life of Plants – Art Course

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7 Jan – 8 Feb

Winter I Spy

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12 Jan

Loose and Lively Flowers in Watercolour – Art Workshop

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21 – 27 Jan

Big Veggie Breakfast

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23 Jan – 5 Feb

Chandlers Ford Art Group - Art Exhibition

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26 – 27 Jan

The RSPB: Big Garden Birdwatch

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Continues from 7 Jan – 8 Feb

Winter I Spy

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6 - 7 April

Family Photoshoot

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Continues from 23 Jan – 5 Feb

6 – 22 April

Easter Boxes - in the Pavilion Restaurant

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Chandlers Ford Art Group - Art Exhibition

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9 – 18 April

Pond Dipping

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10 April

Cake Decorating - Family Workshop

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10 – 18 April

Outdoor Adventure Holiday Club

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12 April

Family Bushcraft: Cook your own lunch!

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12 & 19 April

Climb a Tree

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16 April

Family Archaeology Saxons

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17 April

Spring Birds in Coloured Pencil - Art Workshop

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MARCH

Continues from 23 Nov – 1 Jan

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2 Feb

Gardeners’ Breakfast and Tour

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7 Feb – 4 March

ArtSeen – Art Exhibition

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9 Feb – 29 March

Spring I Spy

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10 Feb

Freedom with Collage and Mixed Media – Art Workshop

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15 – 17 Feb

Winter Bulbs and Flowers – Floral Display

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16 Feb

Scandinavian Love Bird - Needlework Workshop

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18 – 24 Feb

Half Term Holidays

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19 – 22 April

Spring Flowers in Bloom - Floral Display

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19 Feb

Family Archaeology Romans

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23 April – 10 May

Garden I Spy

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20 Feb

Snowdrops in Watercolour - Art Workshop

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25 April

Spring Flowers Guided Evening Tour

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20 & 21 Feb

Outdoor Adventure Holiday Club

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27 April

Dawn Chorus – Bird Walk with Breakfast

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27 April

Painting a Bluebell Wood – Art Workshop

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22 Feb

Climb a Tree

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22 Feb

Family Bushcraft: Pancake Cooking Around the Fire

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23 Feb

Up-Cycling Workshop – Art Workshop

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Garden I Spy

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4 – 19 May

Zero Nine – Art Exhibition

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4 May

Gardeners’ Breakfast and Tour

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11 May – 15 June

Brain, Body and Landscape – Health and Wellbeing Course

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11 May – 13 Oct

Art in the Garden

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12 May

Falconry Experience Day

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13 May

Pedal Power

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18 May – 17 July

Family Art I Spy

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21 May – 16 June

PhotoFusion– Exhibition

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27 May

Classic Vehicles in the Gardens

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27 May - 2 June

Half Term Holidays

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27 May

Climb a Tree

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28 - 30 May

Pond Dipping

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29 – 30 May

Outdoor Adventure Holiday Club

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31 May

Family Bushcraft: Herbs and their uses

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Continues from 11 May – 13 Oct

Art in the Garden

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CHRISTMAS TRAIL

Continues from 18 May – 17 July

Family Art I Spy

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Continues Saturday 15 December – Sunday 6 January

Continues from 21 May – 16 June

PhotoFusion– Exhibition

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1 – 16 June

Prosecco Cream Tea

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16 June

Have a Go Archery

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18 June – 3 July

Hampshire Artists’ Co-Operative – Art Exhibition

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19 June

Fox in Coloured Pencil – Art Workshop

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20 June

Mid Summer Evening Garden Tour

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22 June

Peony in Sugarpaste Workshop

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23 June

Upcycling Workshop

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29 June

Comedy in the Gardens – Evening Picnic

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30 June

Painting with Yarns - Tapestry Workshop

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7 July

Demfest

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12 & 13 July

Summer Soul Garden Party

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31 August

Family Summer’s End Picnic with Fireworks

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7 Sept

Last Night of the Proms – Picnic Concert

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JANUARY

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Continues from 23 April – 10 May

JEWELLERY EXHIBITION

WINTER JEWELS Continues from Friday 23 November – Tuesday 1 January, 10am – 4pm*

JANUARY JULY

We are pleased to welcome over 25 of the ACJ Wessex group again this year, for their annual contemporary jewellery exhibition. ‘Winter Jewels’ provides the perfect opportunity to make those unique Christmas gift purchases. *exhibition closes at 3pm on Christmas Eve and on the last day.

Closed Christmas Day & Boxing Day.

FREE with garden admission

FAMILY All details are correct at time of publishing, for further information check our website.

Unfortunately we cannot refund tickets for workshops and events once purchased.

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Bring the family to the Gardens this winter for a festive Christmas adventure.

For more information see our website. *Last admission for the trail at 3pm.

Early closing Christmas Eve at 2pm.

Closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Children must be accompanied.

Gardens admission fee apply, no need to book.

Price: £2.50p/p

TOUR

NEW YEAR’S DAY GUIDED TOUR Tuesday 1 January, 2pm After all the festivities, take time out to relax and get some fresh air in the beautiful Gardens. Our horticultural expert will take you on a tour that will last approx. 1 hour showing off the stem colour, foliage and hardy winter shrubs.

The tour will highlight the Winter Garden and beyond.

No need to book.

FREE tour with garden admission

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JANUARY DINING

ART COURSE

PUDDING FOR A POUND

THE SECRET LIFE OF PLANTS

SYLLABUS:

Wednesday 2 January – Thursday 31 January

Sunday 6 January – Sunday 2 June, 10am – 4pm

Week 1, 6 January

Try a delicious homemade pudding for just £1 when purchasing a main course, served Monday to Friday in the Pavilion Restaurant.

Improve your botanical illustration and gardening knowledge with 6 fun exploratory workshops. Follow the story of plant life through the seasonal cycle and study the forms and functions of plant parts.

Drawing plants with botanical precision sharpens observation of flower and habit features, deepening plant understanding and easing identification.

No need to book

Each workshop (except the first) starts with a review of home studies.

We share what we have discovered in our own lines of interest. After coffee there is a presentation on the subject for the week, with live examples, discussions and microscope observations. After lunch the group gets down to some serious drawing and painting of their chosen specimen.

EXHIBITION

PROGRESS OF NATURE Saturday 5 January – Sunday 20 January, 10am – 4pm* “Progress of Nature” group takes its inspiration from the elements and the beauty of the natural world around them. The artists work in oil, acrylic, watercolour and mixed media using paper, canvas, glass, calfskin velum and textiles. *exhibition closes at 3pm on the last day.

FREE entry to the exhibition

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Your tutors Sally Pinhey MSc, FLS, SGM, FCPGFS, and Sue Flynn RN. SCM Dip. SBA. will give you individual attention during this time, concluding with the individual home study projects for the month ahead.

A materials list will be provided.

Price: £385p/p for six month course Booking is essential

ES INCLUD ook Workb over worth d nch an £17, lu ts n e m h refres

Fruits, seeds, nuts and seed dispersal Week 2, 3 February Winter twigs and stem structures Week 3, 3 March Germination and growth Week 4, 7 April Leaves and photosynthesis Week 5, 5 May Roots and vegetative reproduction Week 6, 2 June Flowers and sexual reproduction EARLY B DISCO IRD UNT £350, sav booke e £35 if d be Christ fore mas

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WINTER I SPY Monday 7 January – Friday 8 February Spot the signs of winter in the Gardens, look out for the colourful berries and smell the scented flowers. Notice changes in the weather and what wildlife is living in the Gardens. Garden admission fees apply.

Download and print your activity sheet at home for or FREE Available from the ticket desk for 50p

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JANUARY ART EXHIBITION

CHANDLERS FORD ART GROUP

ART WORKSHOP

LOOSE AND LIVELY FLOWERS IN WATERCOLOUR

Wednesday 23 January – Tuesday 5 February, 10am – 4pm* Chandlers Ford Art Group was founded in 1969. This sensational exhibition of the members’ work is a celebration of the fifty years they have been together. Stunning art work in a range of styles and media will include paintings and greetings cards. All will be for sale.

Saturday 12 January, 10am - 4pm A day exploring techniques to produce loose, lively and colourful watercolour flower paintings with professional artist Lisa Steincke.

*exhibition closes at 3pm on the last day

FREE entry to the exhibition

With demonstrations and step by step instruction we will start with simple exercises, looking at flower and leaf structure, colour mixing and creative techniques. You will build up to producing a complete flower painting in the afternoon. Suitable for improvers. A materials list will be provided.

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THE RSPB: BIG GARDEN BIRDWATCH Saturday 26 January Sunday 27 January

Price: £59p/p includes lunch

Bring your binoculars to try and spot the many different wild birds we have visiting the Gardens.

Booking is essential

DINING

BIG VEGGIE BREAKFAST Monday 21 January - Sunday 27 January, 10am – 12pm Celebrate National Breakfast Week with a wholesome and healthy vegetarian alternative served in the Pavilion Restaurant. No need to book.

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Last year we spotted over 30 species including; mistle thrushes, redwings and woodpeckers.

Help us compile a Birdwatch survey using the RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch sheets.

The results will be recorded on our Facebook page and available to view at the Gardens.

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WINTER I SPY

GUIDED TOUR

GARDENERS’ BREAKFAST Saturday 2 February, 8.30am Enjoy a home cooked breakfast including juice, cereals, toast and tea or coffee. Learn gardening hints and tips from one of our horticultural experts.

After breakfast we will lead you on an exclusive seasonal garden tour showing you the very best of our winter highlights before we open to the public.

You will then receive free entry to the Gardens for the rest of the day to enjoy exploring at your own leisure.

Price: £20.95p/p Booking is essential

Continues from Monday 7 January – Friday 8 February Spot the signs of winter in the Gardens with this fun I-spy.

Garden admission fees apply.

Download and print your activity sheet at home for FREE or Available from the ticket desk for 50p

ART EXHIBITION

ARTSEEN PAINT LET LOOSE Thursday 7 February – Monday 4 March, 10am – 4pm*

ART EXHIBITION

CHANDLERS FORD ART GROUP Continues from Wednesday 23 January – Tuesday 5 February, 10am – 4pm* Chandlers Ford Art Group was founded in 1969. This sensational exhibition of the members’ work is a celebration of the fifty years they have been together.

Stunning art work in a range of styles and media will include paintings and greetings cards. All will be for sale. *exhibition closes at 3pm on the last day

FREE entry to the art exhibition

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Artseen present an exciting exhibition of original new work in watercolour, mixed media, collage, acrylic and oils.

Featuring atmospheric coastlines and forests, dramatic skies and landscapes, using a rich palette of expressive colour and texture.

You will have the opportunity to meet the artists at work throughout the exhibition.

All work for sale, including unframed originals, prints and greeting cards. *exhibition closes at 3pm on the last day.

FREE entry to the art exhibition

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FEBRUARY ART WORKSHOP

Half Term Holidays

FREEDOM WITH COLLAGE AND MIXED MEDIA Sunday 10 February, 10am – 4pm FAMILY

SPRING I SPY Saturday 9 February – Friday 29 March Look out for the signs of spring in the Gardens. From garden animals, flowering shrubs and more.

Garden admission fees apply

Download and print your activity sheet at home for FREE or

An opportunity to get creative!

Join local artist Lynne Reeves for a day exploring the use of collage and mixed media.

Well known for her collage paintings, Lynne will enable you to create and develop your own individual style using a variety of textures and techniques.

ARCHAEOLOGY ACTIVITY ROMANS

Price: £59p/p includes lunch

Tuesday 19 February, 10am - 12.30pm

Booking is essential

Join us at our purpose-built trench in the woods to get muddy and find hidden treasures from ages past. Be a detective and analyse your artefacts, find out what they are and what they were used for.

Available from the ticket desk for 50p FLORAL DISPLAY

WINTER BULBS AND FLOWERS Friday 15 February – Sunday 17 February A beautiful array of winter bulbs and flowers will be on display in all their glory for you to enjoy. This display will include a collection of rare Japanese Hepatica and Snowdrops.

The rare snowdrops will be presented with mirrors underneath so you can enjoy viewing the delicate flowers close-up to appreciate the subtle differences of each variety.

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Suitable for all levels. A materials list will be provided.

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NEEDLEWORK WORKSHOP

SCANDINAVIAN LOVE BIRD Saturday 16 February, 10am – 4pm This Scandinavian inspired design makes a charming image to work up in a day.

The little bird is packed full of gold work techniques including a mixture of gold threads and stranded cotton, various Pearl Purl techniques and copper chipping.

You will be taught by Chrissie Juno Mann, a tutor at the Royal School of Needlework. This design is perfect for the beginner or intermediate stitcher. All materials are provided.

Learn about Roman life in a carousel of activities around a campfire; use fire strikers to make sparks, write Roman numerals in clay, practice drills and commands of a Roman soldier, and cook an apple snack on the fire.

Please be aware this is a repeat of our previous Roman activity day so will be more suitable to first-timers.

Suitable for ages 4-12 years. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Price: £12.75 (for 1 child and 1 adult) Booking is essential

Price: £90p/p including lunch and material kit worth £28 Booking is essential

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Half Term Holidays ART WORKSHOP

SNOWDROPS IN WATERCOLOUR Wednesday 20 February, 10am – 4pm Celebrate early spring by painting snowdrops from the Gardens, experimenting with different coloured backgrounds. Local artist Jenny Hill will guide you, using watercolour pencils.

Materials included for use on the day, including line drawing if needed.

Lots of individual tuition as well as demonstrations.

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OUTDOOR ADVENTURE HOLIDAY CLUB Wednesday 20 February & Thursday 21 February Want to be an outdoor explorer?

Suitable for all abilities. A materials list is provided.

The Ofsted registered Outdoor Learning Company, will be holding an outdoor adventure holiday club in the Gardens. With a Forest School ethos, activities range from; den building, fire lighting, bug hunting, scavenger hunts to tool work (using bow saws, knives, loppers etc), and much much more.

Sessions run between 9.30am - 3.30pm in all weathers.

Price: £59p/p includes lunch

For dates, prices and bookings visit: www.theoutdoorlearningcompany.co.uk

Booking is essential

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CLIMB A TREE

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BUSHCRAFT: PANCAKE COOKING AROUND THE FIRE Friday 22 February, 1.30pm - 4pm Come and join us to celebrate Pancake Day by cooking your own tasty treats over the campfire!

Suitable for accompanied children aged 4 - 12 years Price: £12.75 (for 1 child and 1 adult) Booking is essential

WORKSHOP

BRING YOUR OWN ITEM TO UPCYCLE Saturday 23 February, 10am – 4pm Do you have a loved piece of furniture that no longer fits with your home interior? Learn how to refresh tired furniture on this creative workshop with Jean Nimmo from Jeans Interiors, a local upcycling company.

You will learn how to transform your piece giving it a fresh new look that will be totally unique to you and your home.

The workshop covers: • Planning a design • Working with chalk paint products

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• Stencilling and distressing • Papering • Waxing and protecting Simply bring your piece of furniture (no bigger than a stool or side table) and everything else will be provided.

You will take away your completed piece as well as the confidence and knowledge to continue upcycling. Come and get creative Price: £67p/p includes lunch, bring your own item all other equipment is included Booking is essential

Friday 22 February Highly skilled and friendly instructors can help you* reach new heights within an oak tree’s canopy using ropes, knots and karabiners, while being securely attached in a harness at all times. Children must be accompanied by an adult into the Gardens. *Suitable for 6+ years; length of session 55 minutes.

Booking is essential, price includes Gardens admission for 1 adult and 1 child.

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MARCH EXHIBITION

MARCH

ART EXHIBITION

ARTSEEN PAINT LET LOOSE Continues from Thursday 7 February – Monday 4 March, 10am – 4pm* Artseen present an exciting exhibition of original new work in watercolour, mixed media, collage, acrylic and oils.

WOODCRAFT 2019 Thursday 7 March – Thursday 14 March, 10am – 4pm* A unique selection of wood craft from Richard Stapley - Woodturning, Ron Caddy Pen Turner and Richard Tutton - Woodcarving.

A wide variety of artistic, decorative and functional items made in wood will be on show for the eight days of the exhibition.

Featuring atmospheric coastlines and forests, dramatic skies and landscapes, using a rich palette of expressive colour and texture.

*exhibition closes at 3pm on the last day.

FREE entry to the exhibition

You have the opportunity to meet the artists at work throughout the exhibition.

All work for sale, including unframed originals, prints and greeting cards.

WORKSHOP

ORCHID IN SUGARPASTE

*exhibition closes at 3pm on the last day.

Saturday 9 March, 10am – 4pm

FREE entry to the exhibition

Enjoy this hands-on sugarcraft lesson with the enthusiastic and friendly expert Lyn Pearce.

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SPRING I SPY Continues from Saturday 9 February – Friday 29 March Look out for the signs of spring in the Gardens. From garden animals, flowering shrubs and more.

Garden admission fees apply.

Download and print your activity sheet at home for FREE or available from the ticket desk for 50p

Lyn will take you step by step through the techniques to create a beautiful orchid.

DINING

£20 SPRING LUNCH FOR TWO

This workshop is suitable for beginners and for those with some experience.

Monday 4 March – Friday 8 March Try our seasonal two course lunch for two people with coffee in the Pavilion Restaurant.

WORKSHOP

FALCONRY PHOTOGRAPHY DAY

Enjoy a wonderful spring roast chicken with tarragon butter followed by rhubarb & ginger roulade whilst enjoying a 25% discount off normal prices. Vegan & gluten-free alternatives will be available.

Price: £62p/p includes materials and lunch

Saturday 16 March, 10am – 4pm

Booking is essential

No need to book, for more details call 01794 369319

Price: £86p/p includes refreshments and lunch

This is a wonderful opportunity to capture in close up Hawks, Falcons and Owls. Static on perches in flight and posed in their natural habitat.

(Don’t forget to bring your camera.)

Booking is essential

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MARCH EXHIBITION

WESSEX GUILD OF CRAFTSMEN Saturday 16 March – Monday 25 March, 10am – 4pm*

March: 10am – 4pm

The Wessex Guild of Craftsmen return to the Gardens after a successful exhibition in 2018.

A stunning annual exhibition by Daphne Ellman, Melissa Hardwick and Carolyne Viney. All three artists “Inspired by Nature” encompass a wide variety of subjects and mediums. Whether stunning feathered friends, contemporary seascapes or classic still life work, this trio bring such depth in style and technique.

A diverse range of arts and crafts will be on show to view and purchase. There will be the opportunity to meet and talk with the Artist or Craftsmen at various times throughout the exhibition. *exhibition closes at 3pm on the last day

FREE entry to the art exhibition

ART WORKSHOP

ART WORKSHOP

SPRING BULBS – BOTANICAL WATERCOLOUR

WATER AND REFLECTIONS IN WATERCOLOUR

Sunday 17 March, 10am – 4pm

Saturday 23 March, 10am – 4pm

Come and paint spring bulbs with botanical artist, Candida Groom.

Learn how to tackle delicate petals, shiny bulbs and tricky roots.

Suitable for beginners or those with some experience.

Jenny Hill will show you how to paint a mountain, lake and realistic reflections in watercolours with a limited palette. There will be lots of demonstrations and individual help with the tricky bits.

A materials list is provided.

Price: £59p/p includes all materials and lunch

Booking is essential

Booking is essential

ART EXHIBITION

INSPIRED BY NATURE

Price: £59p/p includes lunch

Thursday 28 March – Monday 29 April, April: 10am – 5pm*

With over 70 contemporary works including watercolour, acrylic, oil and mixed media.

Artists will be demonstrating every day. *exhibition closes at 4pm on the last day

FREE entry to the exhibition

WORKSHOP

LUXURY CHOCOLATE MAKING Saturday 30 March, 10am – 12pm or 2pm – 4pm Run by professional chocolatiers from Chocolate Craft, come and make your own luxury chocolates that look as good as the professional’s.

Mother's Day gift idea!

Using high quality chocolate and a fine range of ingredients for flavouring, you will make delicious chocolates and decorate your own lolly to take home (if you don’t eat them first).

Either on your own* or with your mum** you will have a great day creating, decorating, having fun and tasting!

Price: *£42.50 p/p - 1 lolly and a box of 21 chocolates or **£47.50 for two people - 2 lollies and a box of 21 chocolates Booking is essential

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Supporting Sir Harold Hillier Gardens FAMILY

EASTER TRAIL Saturday 30 March – Monday 22 April The Easter bunny has left a trail of clues and fun around the Gardens. Follow the self guided trail and receive a prize.

Suitable for all the family. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Garden admission fees apply.

Price: £2.50 per child

At Pearsons, we look after you.

DINING

EASTER BOXES IN THE PAVILION RESTAURANT Saturday 6 April – Monday 22 April Easter lunch boxes - Hot (£4.95) & Cold (£3.95) selections for the children with a carton drink and gift available in the Pavilion Restaurant.

No need to book.

ART EXHIBITION

INSPIRED BY NATURE Continues from Thursday 28 March – Monday 29 April

If you’re thinking of uprooting, talk to Pearsons - we nurture every property sale and let, tending to every need along the way.

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For more information see page 21 *exhibition closes at 4pm on the last day

FREE entry to the art exhibition

Saturday 6 April, 1pm – 4pm At this beautiful time of year learn more about photographing plants and landscapes on this garden photography workshop led by local photographer, Gordon Brown ARPS. Starting with a practical session in the Gardens, Gordon will give you guidance on how to analyse and approach a scene. Also how to compose pictures using camera settings and lenses. The second part will be an interactive group discussion and debrief of your images with advice and guidance on processing and composition.

Don’t forget to bring your camera!

Booking is essential

April: 10am – 5pm*

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GARDEN PHOTOGRAPHY

Price: £32p/p includes tea / coffee and entry to the Gardens for the day

March: 10am – 4pm A stunning exhibition with over 70 contemporary works by Daphne Ellman, Melissa Hardwick and Carolyne Viney. Artists will be demonstrating every day.

WORKSHOP

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FAMILY PHOTOSHOOT Saturday 6 April and Sunday 7 April Do you want new and fabulous photos of your family in a beautiful location? Or maybe you want to treat the family to some lovely gifts of photos of the grandchildren?

Caroline Jenkins Photography can offer you a wonderful photoshoot opportunity to capture special moments with your family that you can treasure forever. No awkward posing, no stress, just relaxing in a natural environment in these stunning Gardens. This professional photoshoot makes for a fantastic present for family and friends. You will be sent 5 high res images with the option to buy more. 1 hour sessions available.

Price: £150 per family including day entry to the Gardens Booking is essential

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APRIL FAMILY

POND DIPPING

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE HOLIDAY CLUB

Tuesdays and Thursdays during Hampshire School Holidays

Wednesdays and Thursdays, 10, 11, 17 & 18 April

9, 11, 16 and 18 April, drop in between 1pm - 4pm

Want to be an outdoor explorer?

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What is lurking in our ponds?

Join us for pond dipping and see what is in our Education Garden ponds. Can you find diving beetles, nimble pond skaters and slimy snails?

All equipment is provided.

Children must be accompanied by an adult. Garden admission fees apply. No need to book.

Price: £2 per child

The Ofsted registered Outdoor Learning Company, will be holding an outdoor adventure holiday club in the Gardens. With a Forest School ethos, activities range from; den building, scavenger hunts to tool work (using bow saws, knives, loppers etc.), and much much more. Sessions run between 9.30am - 3.30pm in all weathers.

For dates, prices and bookings visit: www.theoutdoorlearningcompany. co.uk

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FAMILY BUSHCRAFT: COOK YOUR OWN LUNCH!

CLIMB A TREE

Friday 12 April, 1.30pm - 4pm

See page 16 for more details.

Collect fresh herbs from our Education Garden. Bring them up to the woods and use them to flavour a vegetable “turtle”. While the bread bakes, help cook the sausages then enjoy eating your lunch around the campfire. You will be shown how to start a fire safely and encouraged to have a go too.

Friday 12 & Friday 19 April *Suitable for 6+ years; length of session 55 minutes.

Booking is essential, price includes Gardens admission for 1 adult and 1 child.

For more dates, prices and booking visit: www.bigtreeclimbing.co.uk

Suitable for accompanied children aged 4-12 years Price: £12.75 per session (for 1 child and 1 adult) Booking is essential

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CAKE DECORATING WORKSHOP Wednesday 10 April, 10.30am – 12noon 1pm – 2.30pm 3pm – 4.30pm Make this school holiday about exploring the art of Sugarcraft. Join C&C’s Sweet Treats and experience the fun of decorating cakes, biscuits and confectionery.

Transform the mundane into something awesome and yummy for Easter!

Bunnies, sheep, chicks and more!

Suitable for ages 7+. All materials provided.

Price: £12 (for 1 child and 1 adult) Booking is essential

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ARCHAEOLOGY ACTIVITY SAXONS Tuesday 16 April, 1.30pm - 4pm Join us at our purpose built trench in the woods to get muddy and find hidden treasures from ages past. Be a detective and analyse your artefacts, find out what they are and what they were used for.

Learn about Saxon life in a carousel of activities; write Saxon runes in clay, cook a tasty Saxon snack on the fire and weave a Saxon bracelet. Please be aware this is a repeat of our previous Saxon activity day so will be more suitable to first-timers.

Suitable for ages 4-12 years. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Price: £12.75 (for 1 child and 1 adult) Booking is essential

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APRIL GUIDED TOUR

SPRING FLOWERS GUIDED EVENING TOUR

FLORAL DISPLAY

SPRING FLOWERS IN BLOOM Friday 19 April – Monday 22 April

Thursday 25 April, 7pm

Enjoy the delights and beauty of our magnificent Camellia and Magnolia collection as well as other beautiful spring flowers on display in Jermyn’s House.

Come for a fascinating seasonal guided evening tour of the Gardens led by our horticultural expert.

Return to enjoy a glass of sparkling wine at Jermyn’s House.

FREE entry with garden admission

Price: £14.95 p/p

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GARDEN I SPY

DINING

DAWN CHORUS – BIRD WALK WITH BREAKFAST Saturday 27 April, 5.30am Join us to experience the birdsong at daybreak with local expert David Thelwell, followed by coffee and a bacon roll.

Price: £15p/p Booking is essential, call 01794 369319

Tuesday 23 April – Friday 10 May What can you spot? From trees, shrubs and garden animals.

Help children learn about the great outdoors.

ART WORKSHOP

PAINTING A BLUEBELL WOOD

No need to book, collect the I-spy sheet from the Ticket Desk.

Saturday 27 April, 10am – 4pm

Download and print your activity sheet at home for FREE ART WORKSHOP

SPRING BIRDS IN COLOURED PENCIL

Wendy Jelbert will inspire and guide you through the essential techniques needed for capturing one of the most British iconic woodland scenes.

or available from the ticket desk for 50p

We will explore composition, vital colour mixing and ways of producing similar works of your own in the future. This will be a step-by-step project with help at every stage.

Suitable for those with some experience. This painting day will be either in Watercolours or Acrylics. A materials list will be provided.

Wednesday 17 April, 10am – 4pm An introduction to coloured pencils with professional artist Karen Coulson.

A line drawing can be supplied if required. Suitable for all abilities.

All materials will be supplied to use within the session

Price: £59p/p includes lunch Booking is essential

Price: £59p/p includes lunch Booking is essential

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MAY

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GUIDED TOUR

GARDENERS’ BREAKFAST FAMILY

GARDEN I SPY Continues from Tuesday 23 April – Friday 10 May What can you spot? From trees, shrubs and garden animals. Help children learn about the great outdoors.

Garden admission fees apply.

Download and print your activity sheet at home for FREE or available from the ticket desk for 50p

Saturday 4 May, 8.30am Enjoy a home cooked breakfast including; juice, cereals, toast and tea or coffee. Learn gardening tips and chat to our gardening expert.

After breakfast we will lead you on an exclusive garden tour showing you the very best of our seasonal colour before we open to the public. You will then receive free entry to the Gardens for the rest of the day to enjoy exploring at your own leisure Price: £20.95p/p Booking is essential

TEXTILE ART EXHIBITION

ZERO NINE Saturday 4 May – Sunday 19 May, 10am – 5pm* This talented group of Hampshire and Wiltshire based textile artists Zero Nine, are celebrating ten years of working together with a new and exciting exhibition at the Gardens.

Once again there will be a wide range of styles and techniques on display and some of the work has been inspired by the beauty of the Gardens. *exhibition closes at 4pm on the last day.

BRAIN, BODY AND LANDSCAPE – HEALTH AND WELLBEING Saturdays 11 May, 18 May, 8 June & 15 June, 10am – 1pm Join this four-part “walk & talk” workshop series, led by Dr Helen Molden (CPsychol), that looks at what naturebased psychological studies tell us about how to keep our minds and bodies healthy! Each workshop is a mixture of discussion and exercises.

Benefits include: • Evidence-based strategies to reduce stress • Ways to cultivate calm, creativity and reflective thinking • Ideas on managing change in yourself and in your relationships The price includes the four-workshop series, refreshments and entry to the gardens for the rest of the day.

Dr Molden is a chartered counselling psychologist and psychotherapist with a specialist interest in health psychology and incorporating the natural world into psychological practice.

This course is suitable for anyone who has an interest in exploring more about how psychological ideas and practice can enhance your overall wellbeing, and zest for life.

Price: £115p/p for 4 sessions, includes refreshments and entry to the Gardens for the afternoon Booking is essential

FREE entry to the art exhibition

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MAY ART EXHIBITION

PEDAL POWER

Saturday 11 May – Sunday 13 October, 10am – 5pm

Monday 13 May

Stunning sculptures are attractively presented in the beautiful setting of this world famous 180 acre Garden.

Featuring award winning, local, new and established British sculptors and artists from overseas. Be inspired by all the wealth of creativity of this year’s Art in the Garden exhibition whether it is an abstract, modern or figurative sculpture, there is always something to please everyone. This is a selling exhibition and is a fabulous opportunity to buy a unique piece of art for your home or garden.

FREE but garden admission fees apply

WORKSHOP

FALCONRY EXPERIENCE DAY Sunday 12 May, 10am – 4pm An enchanting personal encounter learning about the differences between Hawks, Falcons and Owls.

Half Term Holidays

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ART IN THE GARDEN

We are celebrating the Start of National Bike to School Week – get the family ready for the week by trying out on our Smoothie Bikes. Healthy, fun and nutritious, pedal away to achieve a super smooth and delicious drink.

PHOTOGRAPHY & GLASS EXHIBITION

PHOTOFUSION Tuesday 21 May – Sunday 16 June, 10am – 5pm*

Vegan & gluten-free alternatives will be available. Charges apply.

Two of the South’s leading creatives, glassmaker Sue Tinkler and photographer Paul Sansome, return to present a visually stunning exhibition of photography and kiln-formed glass.

No need to book

Inspired by mutual themes and locations these two art forms harmonise to create an exhibition rich with texture and colour.

FAMILY

FAMILY ART I SPY

*exhibition closes at 4pm on the last day

Saturday 18 May – Wednesday 17 July

FREE entry to the art exhibition

Every year our collection of youth art, set in and near the Education Garden, grows and changes. Come and see what local young talent has to offer and spot some of our favourite artwork in the wider garden.

Children must be accompanied by an adult. Garden admission fees apply.

Download and print your activity sheet at home for FREE or available from the ticket desk for 50p

CAR SHOW

Discover the ancient art of Falconry through practical handling sessions, outdoor flight experiences and personal interaction with the birds flying to your gloved fist.

CLASSIC VEHICLES IN THE GARDENS Spring Bank Holiday Monday 27 May, 10am – 4pm A collection of classic vehicles owned by members of the Test Valley Motor Enthusiasts will be on display in the Gardens this May Spring Bank Holiday.

A unique and awe-inspiring first introduction to falconry, suitable for ages 16+

This friendly local Romsey club has been established for over 40 years. Vehicles can be viewed from 10am.

Price: £86p/p includes lunch

FREE with normal garden admission

Booking is essential

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MAY FAMILY

CLIMB A TREE Monday 27 May Highly skilled and friendly instructors can help you* reach new heights within an oak tree’s canopy using ropes, knots and karabiners, while being securely attached in a harness at all times.

Children must be accompanied by an adult into the Gardens. *Suitable for 6+ years; length of session 55 minutes.

Booking is essential, price includes Gardens admission for 1 adult and 1 child.

For more dates, prices and booking visit: www.bigtreeclimbing.co.uk

FAMILY

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE HOLIDAY CLUB Wednesday 29 May & Thursday 30 May

JUNE

Want to be an outdoor explorer?

The Ofsted registered Outdoor Learning Company, will be holding an outdoor adventure holiday club in the Gardens.

With a Forest School ethos, activities range from; den building, scavenger hunts to tool work (using bow saws, knives, loppers etc.), and much much more. Sessions run between 9.30am 3.30pm in all weathers.

For dates, prices and bookings visit: www.theoutdoorlearningcompany.co.uk FAMILY

BUSHCRAFT: HERBS AND THEIR USES Friday 31 May, 1.30pm - 4pm

FAMILY

POND DIPPING Tuesday 28, Thursday 30 May, drop in between 1pm - 4pm What is lurking in our ponds?

Join us for pond dipping and see what is in our Education Garden ponds.

Can you find diving beetles, nimble pond skaters and slimy snails?

Learn about the uses of some common herbs in cooking and medicine. Create your own herbal book and use some of the herbs you collect to flavour bread and make tea. Suitable for accompanied children ages 7-12 years.

Price: £12.75 per session (for 1 child and 1 adult) Booking is essential

All equipment is provided. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Garden admission fees apply. No need to book.

Price: £2 per child

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© Christine Baxter, sculpture from 2018 exhibition

ART EXHIBITION

FAMILY

ART IN THE GARDEN

ART I SPY

Continues from Saturday 11 May – Sunday 13 October, 10am – 5pm

Continues from Saturday 18 May – Wednesday 17 July

Be inspired by all the wealth of creativity of this year’s Art in the Garden sculpture exhibition whether it is an abstract, modern or figurative sculpture, there is always something to please everyone.

For more details see page 30 FREE but garden admission fees apply

Every year our collection of youth art, set in and near the Education Garden, grows and changes. Come and see what local young talent has to offer and spot some of our favourite artwork in the wider garden.

Children must be accompanied by an adult. Garden admission fees apply.

Download and print your activity sheet at home for FREE or available from the ticket desk for 50p

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JUNE ART EXHIBITION

HAMPSHIRE ARTISTS’ CO-OPERATIVE

PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION

Tuesday 18 June - Wednesday 3 July, 10am - 5pm*

PHOTOFUSION Continues from Tuesday 21 May – Sunday 16 June, 10am – 5pm* Two of the South’s leading creatives, glassmaker Sue Tinkler and photographer Paul Sansome, return to present a visually stunning exhibition of photography and kiln-formed glass.

Inspired by mutual themes and locations these two art forms harmonise to create an exhibition rich with texture and colour.

Father's Day FAMILY

*exhibition closes at 4pm on the last day

HAVE A GO ARCHERY

FREE entry to the art exhibition

Sunday 16 June, 10am – 5pm Romsey Archers are returning for another fun day of archery in the Gardens. Treat your dad and bring the whole family to Have a Go at archery.

DINING

PROSECCO CREAM TEA Saturday 1 June – Sunday 16 June Celebrate Flaming June with a lovely cream tea with New Forest strawberries and accompanied with a chilled small bottle of Prosecco. No need to book.

Price: £9.95p/p

Any age from young to old can take part. Run by experienced coaches who are very keen to share their knowledge of this thrilling ancient sport.

No need to book, Garden admission fees apply.

Price: From £2.50 for 6 arrows (cash only)

Members of the Hampshire Artists’ CoOperative and invited guests will be taking part in this forthcoming exhibition at Sir Harold Hillier Gardens. There will be contemporary art, ceramics, paintings, textiles, drawings, printmaking, sculpture, jewellery and glass.

Cards and unframed work will also be on sale.

There is something of interest for everyone to come and see. *exhibition closes at 4pm on the last day

FREE entry to the exhibition

ART WORKSHOP

FOX IN COLOURED PENCIL Wednesday 19 June, 10am – 4pm Enjoy an introduction to coloured pencils with professional artist Karen Coulson.

A line drawing can be supplied if required.

Suitable for all abilities. The workshop will take place in Jermyns House.

All materials will be supplied to use within the session.

Price: £59p/p includes lunch Booking is essential

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JUNE GUIDED TOUR

WORKSHOP

MID SUMMER EVENING GARDEN TOUR

PEONY IN SUGARPASTE

Thursday 20 June, 7pm

Enjoy this hands-on sugarcraft lesson with the enthusiastic and friendly expert Lyn Pearce.

Celebrate the longest day of the year. Come for a fascinating seasonal guided evening tour of the Gardens led by our horticultural expert. Return to enjoy a glass of sparkling wine at Jermyn’s House Price: £14.95 p/p Booking is essential

Saturday 22 June, 10am - 4pm

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Lyn will take you step by step through the techniques to create a sugarpaste peony.

This workshop is suitable for beginners and for those with some experience.

Price: £62p/p includes materials and lunch Booking is essential

UPCYCLING WORKSHOP

RE-PURPOSE A DRAWER Sunday 23 June, 10am - 4pm Learn how to re-purpose an unwanted Drawer into a beautiful shelf with Jean from Jeans Interiors, a local up-cycling company.

You will learn how to transform the drawer into a unique and practical piece to take home and use in your home.

The workshop covers: • Planning a design • Papering •W orking with chalk • Fitting door knobs and hooks paint products

• Waxing and •S tencilling and protecting distressing Price: £69p/p includes lunch and all materials plus the drawer Booking is essential

TAPESTRY WORKSHOP

PAINTING WITH YARNS Sunday 30 June, 10am – 4pm A woven tapestry workshop day, using a simple frame loom (which you can keep) and colourful yarns. Learn to weave a “notebook” of traditional and 3D tapestry techniques.

At the end of the day, you will have a sampler to use as a reference for exploring your own woven designs. Taught by Hilary Charlesworth who has over 30 years of experience teaching woven tapestry and other textile skills. She is a member of the British Tapestry Group.

Price: £66p/p includes lunch and refreshments Booking is essential

EVENING PICNIC

GIGGLES IN THE GARDENS Saturday 29 June Gates open 6.30pm Show starts 7.30pm - 10pm The House of Comedy brings this new entertaining evening of live stand-up comedy to the Gardens.

Feel free to bring picnics, drinks etc. or make use of the on-site fabulous amenities. Sam Fraser of the BBC will be our compere for the evening.

Comedians include: Geoff Norcott, as seen on Live at the Apollo and The Mash Report amongst others will be joining us.Tanyalee Davis confirmed so far as one of our main acts (as seen on Live at the Apollo) and Ignacio Lopez confirmed as one of our middle acts. You would have seen Ignacio at The Malthouse Inn and on BBC Sesh (Cardiff). More acts to be confirmed soon.

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Tanyalee Davis

Patrick Monahan

Ignacio Lopez

Graham Wilkes

Geoff Norcott

Sam Fraser

Recommend age 16+ due to possible mature themes. Under 18s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Line up is subject to change.

Price: £30 p/p Booking is essential

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SUMMER PREVIEW

Demfest 2019

Sunday 7 July, 11am – 4pm Demfest returns to the Gardens for a fourth year. This unique festival embraces dementia awareness. The day will feature inspirational and innovative ideas including educational and research speakers. Join in with the activities whilst being entertained by talented musicians. Last year people attended from all over Hampshire - those with dementia, their carers and family, health professionals and those expressing an interest. A great day out which, this year, will be bigger and equally inspiring.

FREE entry to the festival

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Summer Soul Spectacular Friday 12 July & Saturday 13 July, 7.30pm – 10.30pm approx.

A spectacular evening of Classic Soul and Motown Magic Get onboard the soul train and join us for this spectacular tribute to the classic Soul and Tamla Motown hits featuring the exceptional 10-piece band Madison Heights.

With four vocalists and a team of great musicians, this slick band faithfully

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brings to life ‘soulsational’ timeless classics by Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, The Supremes, James Brown, Tina Turner, The Temptations, Marvin Gaye and many many more.

This fun and unique open air concert sold out VERY quickly last year so make sure to get your tickets early.

Ticket Price: £18

Gates will open at 6.15pm for you to enjoy your picnic and chat with friends.

It’s definitely a feel good show – so don’t forget to bring your picnic and dancing shoes!!

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Family Summer's End Picnic with Fireworks Saturday 31 August Concert 7pm – 9.15pm approx.

Celebrate the end of the summer with the talented 75 piece orchestra and singers, Pops Incorporated UK. Internationally known having performed in Washington USA, Canada and Disney Land also the Royal Festival Hall London. They will be performing well known

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hits and vocals for the whole family, taking inspiration from West End shows, films and a good helping of well known contemporary music for all to dance and sing along.

This open air picnic concert concludes with a spectacular firework finale.

A brilliant family evening out with free children’s entertainment, circus

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skills and pond dipping, all set in the beautiful Gardens. Face painting will also be available at an extra charge. Gates open at 6pm for you to enjoy your picnics. The Restaurant and Munch Buggy will be also selling refreshments and snacks on the night.

Booking is essential Price: Adult: £20/ Child (2-16yrs): £11.50

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Last Night of the Proms Picnic Concert Saturday 7 September Concert 7.30pm – 10.15pm approx.

Bring your picnic and enjoy The Last Night of the Proms in the Gardens with the fantastic Southampton Concert Orchestra. Featuring music by Elgar, Parry, John Williams and many more with all the usual Last Night favourites of Land of Hope and Glory,

Rule Britannia and Jerusalem.

This open-air classical concert finishes with a firework finale which you will not want to miss!

Gates open from 6pm Booking is essential In association with Audley Villages Price: Adult: £20/ Child (2-16yrs): £11.50

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NEW HOME NEW ADVENTURES NEW MEMORIES

Join today!

Annual Membership Support the Gardens by becoming a member and receive an exciting package of benefits to be enjoyed all year round.

Members enjoy:

Plus:

• Unlimited entry to the Sir Harold Hillier Gardens and our partner gardens†:

• 3 complimentary family guest entries (6 for joint membership)*

- Batsford Arboretum

• Free parking

- Birmingham Botanic Gardens - National Botanic Gardens of Wales • 2 for 1 entry to - Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew and Wakehurst Place

Choose Pearsons for all your property needs

• Children go free**

It’s the perfect time to look ahead and make plans for the future. If a new home is part of those plans, talk to the friendly team at your local Pearsons - they’ll offer extensive local knowledge and expertise.

Call in to your local branch for sound market advice and a free, no-obligation market appraisal of your property.

• Exclusive members only coach trips to other renowned Gardens and attractions

Over 60? Learn about our Life Membership discount, details online.

Gift membership, options are available.

To join: Call: 01794 369317 (lines open all week, 10am to 4pm) Go online: www.hants.gov.uk/shop Visit the Ticket Desk

Terms and Conditions: † Partner gardens may change, parking charges may apply. *Free entry to valid card holder/s only during normal opening hours, complimentary guest entry passes are only valid at Sir Harold Hillier Gardens (SHHG). Admission charges may apply for children at partner gardens. **Free entry for under 17s to SHHG when accompanied by a member.

Membership excludes entry to special events and some paid exhibitions. For full terms and conditions of membership, please visit our website.

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