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July to December 2022

It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to the Sir Harold Hillier Gardens, whether as a first-time visitor or as a regular friend through Membership.

As you will see from the pages ahead, the coming six months, July to December 2022, promise to be full of activity. The many events listed, complement the natural beauty of the Gardens as we journey from summer, through autumn to winter. Each season brings its own splendour. Recent additions to the Gardens for you to enjoy include the redevelopment of the ‘Sound Garden’ at the Education Garden; a new shelter by the Pond - the Boat House; and in the autumn we shall be planting seven Oak Trees in honour of Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

All of these have been made possible through the generosity of individuals who have supported the Gardens through individual giving and legacies. These gifts make all the difference, especially in light of the past few difficult years as we recover from the pandemic and storm damage. Together with purchasing

ON THE FRONT COVER

The Courtyard Café at the Visitor Pavilion, serving a range of delicious home-cooked meals using fresh locally sourced seasonal ingredients. Tasty cakes and children’s lunch boxes are also available.

Membership and tickets for events and workshops, I would like to thank all of you who so generously support our work and development through additional giving. It is so much appreciated.

The Tilia Tree Café* located within the Gardens, offering quick but delicious snacks, lighter lunches and refreshments.

This coming season we are very proud to offer a unique opportunity to tour Sir Harold Hillier’s collection with the Gardens’ Patron, Roy Lancaster, CBE VMH. We shall be hosting the 21st anniversary of Art in the Garden, a wonderful opportunity to invest in stunning art-work for your gardens at home; as we near Christmas there are many treats in store, so please do check our website and social media for further details.

The Garden Restaurant* at the heart of the Gardens, is our table service restaurant in Jermyn’s House. Open for brunch, lunch and afternoon teas at a more leisurely pace. Also serving delicious traditional roasts at Sunday lunch time throughout the year.

To book a table at The Garden Restaurant call, 037077 91083 *Normal garden admission applies

Thank you once again for your support and the whole Gardens’ team look forward to welcoming you soon.

With every good wish Clare Goddard Director

Art in the Garden Sculpture Exhibition see page 20

The Gardens are a wonderful place for children to learn and play.

Discover: • NEW FOR 2022 Just opened “The Sound Garden” • Woodland Tree House • Obstacle Course • Super Snake Swing • Bamboo Tunnels • Wobbly Bridge

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• Jurassic Gunnera Boardwalk plus more!

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AT A GLANCE

JULY

AUTUMN COLOUR

July is an ideal time to see the double 250m Centenary Border. With mature trees, shrubs and herbaceous perennials you can see a kaleidoscope of colour!

Take a stroll through the largest collection of Champion Trees in the UK. See the leaves transition in colours from yellows, oranges and reds as we go through the season.

This magnificent border is the longest double mixed border in the country.

AUGUST

Gardens at a Glance: HERBACEOUS COLOUR IN THE CENTENARY BOARDER Continues from Celebrating Summer - self-guided family trail 28 May – 31 August Continues from Wessex Guild of Craftsmen – Art Exhibition 30 June – 13 July

OCTOBER

HERBACEOUS COLOUR

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EVENTS AT A GLANCE

Capturing Nature’s Leaves in Silver - Workshop Absolute Beginners Hula Hoop - Class

8 & 9 July

Summer Soul

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13 July - 7 Dec

Forest Bathing

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15 July – 24 July

Natural Form Artists – Art Exhibition

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16 July

Painting with Yarns – Workshop

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17 July

Walk, Talk and Draw – Art Workshop

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18 July – 22 Aug

Yoga in the Gardens

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19 July

Sir Harold’s Plants with Roy Lancaster – Guided Tour

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23 July

Peacock Butterfly - Art Workshop

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AUTUMN FRUITS, BERRIES AND AUTUMN COLOUR

26 July – 10 Aug

Chandlers Ford Art Group – Art Exhibition

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28 July – 30 Aug

Pond Dipping

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29 July

Summer Propagation Workshop

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The autumn colours continue across the Gardens. Look out for Magnolia ‘Big Dude’ and Magnolia ‘Athene’ with its curious alien like fruits on the Centenary Border.

30 July

Archaeology - Stone Age Gardens at a Glance: THE POND

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Continues from 28 May – 31 August

Celebrating Summer - self-guided family trail

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Continues from 6 July – 2 Sept

Absolute Beginners Hula Hoop - Class

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Continues from 13 July – 7 Dec

Forest Bathing

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Continues from 26 July – 10 Aug

Chandlers Ford Art Group – Art Exhibition

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Continues from 28 July – 30 Aug

Pond Dipping

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4, 11, 18 & 25 Aug

Garden Beasts and Where to Find Them

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5, 6 & 7 Aug

Make Your Own Handmade Turned Wooden Pen

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8 – 12 Aug

Garden Explorers’ Club

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12 Aug – 6 Sept

50/50 - Art and Photography Exhibition

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27 Aug

Family Summer’s End Picnic

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Don’t miss the Katsura tree, Cercidiphyllum japonicum, in autumn these unique trees produce a delicate candy floss smell as the leaves start to drop.

SEPTEMBER

DECEMBER

HEATHER GARDEN

WINTER GARDEN

The secluded ornamental area in front of Jermyn’s House is planted with many Heather varieties, interesting shrubs and trees.

See a mixture of bark, bold coloured stems, scent and foliage. It’s a time of year when scent from winter flowering shrubs catch you unawares.

There are Heathers for every season!

Spot early autumn colour with unusual Ginkgo cultivars starting to display their butter yellow autumn colour here and at the pond too.

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NOVEMBER

Did you know?

In previous years we have counted more than approx 200 different plants in flower between Christmas Day and New Year

For more information on what is looking good, check out the ‘Plants of Current Interest’ guide on our website or check out our youtube channel @SirHaroldHillierGardens Ticket sales help support our charity work

AUGUST

Look out for the Nymphea ‘Texas Dawn’ water lilies in the middle of the pond.

It is a lovely pale-yellow flower with a hint of blush pink at the base and lemon scent.

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6 July – 2 Sept

THE POND The Pond area makes a lovely peaceful place to sit and relax during a walk. See the lush foliage on the banks and the enormous umbrella like Gunnera.

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2 July

JULY

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Forest Bathing

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3 Sept

Quilled Butterflies and Flowers - Workshop

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4 Sept

Making Sense of Mindfulness

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9 – 18 Sept

Opposite Ends – Art Exhibition

10 Sept

Continues from 13 July – 7 Dec

Forest Bathing

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Continues from 10 Sept – 15 Jan

Art in the Garden – Sculpture Exhibition

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Continues from 19 Oct - 2 Nov

Stitched Art - Textile Exhibition

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Last Night of the Proms

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4 – 5 Nov

Fungi Exhibition and Guided Tours

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10 Sept – 15 Jan

Art in the Garden – Sculpture Exhibition

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4 – 15 Nov

A Passionate Nature – Art Exhibition

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11 Sept

Make Your Own Silver Jewellery - Workshop

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17 Sept

A New Perspective on Your Painting – Art Workshop

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5 Nov

Autumn Coloured Trees – Guided Tour

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18 Sept

A Wildflower Meadow – Art Workshop

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6 Nov

Painting with Yarns – Workshop

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20 Sept – 2 Oct

Colour and Light - Art Exhibition

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12 Nov

Snow Leopard in Coloured Pencils – Art Workshop

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24 & 25 Sept

Large Apple-Basket - Workshop

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12 & 13 Nov

Seasonal Family Photoshoot

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19 – 20 Nov

Artful Christmas Market

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23 Nov – 2 Jan

Winter Jewels – Jewellery Exhibition

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25 Nov

Willow Christmas Decorations – Workshop

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26 Nov

Zentangling - Workshop

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27 Nov

Making Sense of Mindfulness

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NOVEMRBER

SEPTEMBER

Continues from 13 July – 7 Dec

Gardens at a Glance: AUTUMN COLOUR Forest Bathing

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Continues from 10 Sept – 15 Jan

Art in the Garden – Sculpture Exhibition

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Continues from 20 Sept – 2 Oct

Colour and Light - Art Exhibition

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1 Oct

Gardeners’ Breakfast – Guided Tour

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1 Oct

Zentangling - Workshop

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1 & 2 Oct

Seasonal Family Photoshoot

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1 Oct – 31 Oct

Pumpkin Spotter Challenge

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2 Oct

Drawing for the Absolute Beginner - Workshop

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4 – 17 Oct

Our World Imagined – Art Exhibition

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8 Oct

Special Effects Make-up Workshop

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15 Oct

Walk, Talk and Draw – Art Workshop

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15 Oct

Using your Sketchbook at Home and Abroad – Art Workshop

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16 Oct

A Sunlit Wave in Watercolours – Art Workshop

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18 Oct

Autumn Delights with Roy Lancaster – Guided Tour

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19 Oct - 2 Nov

Stitched Art - Textile Exhibition

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23 Oct

Falconry Photography Day

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24 – 31 Oct

Spooky Halloween Menu

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26 – 28 Oct

Pumpkin Carving

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29 Oct

Wicked Fun in the Woods – Family Bushcraft

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30 Oct

Your One Wild and Precious Life - Mindful Poetry

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Gardens at a Glance: WINTER GARDEN

DECEMBER

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Continues from 13 July – 7 Dec

Continues from 13 July – 7 Dec

Forest Bathing

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Continues from 10 Sept – 15 Jan

Art in the Garden – Sculpture Exhibition

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Continues from 23 Nov – 2 Jan

Winter Jewels – Jewellery Exhibition

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Throughout Dec

Festive Dining in the Garden Restaurant

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2 Dec

Christmas Wreath - Workshop

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3 Dec

Christmas Gardeners’ Breakfast and Tour

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3 Dec

Winter Quilling - Workshop

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3 Dec – 3 Jan

Christmas Trail

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4 Dec

Make Your Own Silver Jewellery - Workshop

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7 Dec

Christmas Robin - Workshop

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PREVIEW 2023 14 Jan

Colourful Aluminium Jewellery - Workshop

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20, 21 & 22 Jan

Make Your Own Handmade Turned Wooden Pen

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4 Feb

Snowdrops in Coloured Pencils - Art Workshop

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FOR EVENT BOOKINGS CALL 01794 368787

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.

A small p.&p. charge applies on tickets or free to collect from the Gardens. For full T&Cs please see our website.

Gardens at a Glance: AUTUMN FRUITS AND BERRIES

Gardens at a Glance: HEATHER GARDEN

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Home education session s Run throughout the year, check our website for dates and more information

Summer Soul

JULY JULY

Friday 8 July and Saturday 9 July, 7.30pm – 10.30pm 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.

WESSEX GUILD OF CRAFTSMEN

CAPTURING NATURE’S LEAVES IN SILVER

With four vocalists and a team of great musicians, this slick band faithfully brings to life ‘soulsational’ timeless classics by Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, The Supremes, James Brown, Tina Turner, The Temptations, Marvin Gaye, The Jackson 5 and many many more.

Continues from Thursday 30 June – Wednesday 13 July, 10am – 5pm*

Saturday 2 July, 10am – 4pm

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

Take one of mother nature’s leaves and capture it forever with the alchemy of silver clay.

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

ART EXHIBITION

The Wessex Guild of Craftsmen will be exhibiting a diverse range of arts and crafts, all handmade and designed by each exhibitor.

During the fortnight exhibition period there will be a change-over of artists, from 7 July it will be possible to enjoy a second display from a different group of artists and makers.

There will be an opportunity to meet with the artists and discuss not only the arts and crafts on display but also any item you would like to commission. *exhibition closes at 3pm on the last day.

FREE entry to the exhibition

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WORKSHOP

We will be using the paste form of silver clay to capture all the delicate details of leaves in fine silver. You will learn how to use the paste version of silver clay and how to pick the right sort of leaves.

We will explore the beautiful Gardens to select our leaves and then return to the workshop to make the final decision before starting to paint our leaves.

Ticket price: £21 *Children welcome but require a ticket.

Friday and Saturday night SOLD OUT

All the materials you need including10g of silver clay are provided to create 2-3 items (size dependant).

Booking is essential.

Price: £130p/p includes lunch and all materials

FOR EVENT BOOKINGS CALL 01794 368787

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JULY CLASS

MEDITATION

ART EXHIBITION

BEGINNERS HULA HOOPING

FOREST BATHING

NATURAL FORM ARTISTS

Wednesday 6 July, Tuesday 2 August and Friday 2 September, 10.30am – 12noon

Wednesdays 13 July, 14 September, 12 October, 9 November and 7 December, 10.30am – 1.30pm

Friday 15 July – Sunday 24 July, 10am – 5pm

Come and join Nicola Butcher, founder of Mrs B’s Hula Skoola for this fabulous hula hooping workshop outside in the beautiful gardens.

Hooping is a fun and playful way to get active, is low-impact and a great brain work out too!

Learn foundational moves like waist and hand hooping, hoop tricks, sequences and more!

Suitable for absolute beginners aged 14 – 104 years. The hoops are provided.

Booking is essential.

Session Price: £15p/p includes all equipment

Relax, reflect and recharge with 3 hours of guided meditation, mindfulness and connection to the natural world.

The event will go ahead in most weather and is facilitated by an experienced and qualified mindfulness and Forest Bathing guide.

Booking is essential.

Led by Sonya Dibbin, book online: adoreyouroutdoors.co.uk Price: £40p/p per session including entry to the Gardens £35p/p per session – discount for members of Sir Harold Hillier Gardens. Use code HILMEM

Natural Form Artists unite in their love of nature, showing Fen D’Lucie’s representational and abstract bronze sculptures, and Sally Pinhey’s delicately accurate plants and landscapes.

Phillip Goble conveys fleeting energy and joy in his bird observations and landscapes, while the Somerset countryside provides the inspiration for Martin Rumary’s detailed artworks. *exhibition closes at 3pm on the last day.

Free entry to the exhibition

TAPESTRY WORKSHOP

PAINTING WITH YARNS Saturday 16 July, 10am – 4pm Using a simple frame loom (which you can keep) and colourful yarns, learn to weave a “notebook” of traditional and 3D tapestry techniques.

We will explore both traditional and 3D skills.

At the end of the day, you will have the skills needed to work on your own projects.

Suitable for beginners and those with some experience.

Taught by Hilary Charlesworth who has over 35 years of experience teaching woven tapestry and other textile skills.

Advanced booking is essential. This popular workshop is also held on Sunday 6 November.

Price: £73p/p includes all materials and lunch 10

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JULY WORKSHOP

GUIDED TOUR

WALK, TALK AND DRAW

SIR HAROLD’S PLANTS WITH ROY LANCASTER

Sunday 17 July, 10am – 12noon or 1pm – 3pm

Tuesday 19 July 2022, 1pm – 4pm

In this enjoyable workshop, overcome the fear of the blank page by sketching outside at the Gardens.

A lovely opportunity to socialise and sketch in a beautiful environment.

Experiment with a variety of materials including charcoal, pencil and pen with internationally recognised professional artist Elizabeth Hammond.

Suitable for those with no previous drawing experience or anyone who wants to improve. A materials list will be supplied.

Booking is essential.

Session price: £30p/p

We are delighted that our Garden Patron Roy Lancaster CBE, will be offering two special hour-long tours of the Gardens.

You will be led on a gentle exploration in search of the favourite trees and shrubs planted by the Gardens’ founder Sir Harold Hillier. Roy will share fascinating stories and insights on their cultivation from his time as the Gardens’ Curator.

After the tour enjoy afternoon tea at The Garden Restaurant.

Meet at the Visitor Pavilion at 12.45pm Limited spaces available on this fundraising tour Booking is essential.

Price: £65p/p

WORKSHOP

PEACOCK BUTTERFLY Saturday 23 July, 10am – 4pm COURSE

YOGA IN THE GARDENS Mondays 18, 25 July and 1, 8,15, 22 August, 6.15pm - 7.30pm Stretch your body and calm your mind through yoga taught outside in the tranquil Gardens by Carolyn Ryan (qualified Iyengar yoga teacher).

Suitable for beginners, you will learn the basic standing, sitting and recuperative poses. Those with experience are welcome and will benefit by working at a deeper level in the poses.

An introduction to Coloured Pencils with professional artist Karen Coulson.

Explore the techniques required to complete a drawing of a Peacock Butterfly using Derwent Coloursoft Pencils.

A line drawing to trace will be provided.

Suitable for all abilities.

Over the 6 weeks you will gradually increase your stamina and notice an improvement in your flexibility.

All materials supplied to use within the session.

Don’t forget to bring your yoga mat.

Minimum age of 16 years.

Price: £65.50p/p including lunch and materials

Booking is essential.

Booking is essential.

Price: £69p/p for 6 weeks 12

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FAMILY

Summer Holidays CELEBRATING SUMMER A SELF-GUIDED FAMILY TRAIL

POND DIPPING

Saturday 28 May - Wednesday 31 August

Tuesdays: 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 August

Celebrating the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee together with outdoor fun.

Sessions between 1pm - 4pm

Price: £3 (plus normal garden admission)

Thursday 28 July Saturdays: 6, 13 & 20 August What is lurking in our ponds?

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

All equipment is provided. Suitable for ages 3+ years.

Booking is essential

Price: £3 per child* (for a 25 minute session)

ARCHAEOLOGY ACTIVITY – STONE AGE Saturday 30 July, 1.30pm - 4pm Be an archaeologist and join us at our purpose-built trench and find hidden treasures from ages past. Study some Stone Age artefacts to work out what they were used for. Learn about the Stone Age life through a variety of hands-on activities around the fire.

Find out how they started fires, made shelters, hunted for animals and cooked food.

Suitable for ages 4 - 12 years.

Booking is essential

Session Price: £16 per child* (includes entry for an accompanying adult)

GARDEN BEASTS AND WHERE TO FIND THEM

GARDEN EXPLORERS’ CLUB Monday 8 August – Friday 12 August, 9am – 3pm Join our Education Team for a week of outdoor fun!

Each day will have an exciting theme with different games, activities and crafts encouraging children to explore and learn about our plants and wildlife.

Children will need to bring their own lunches, sun protection and wet weather gear as they will spend most of the day outside, weather permitting.

Suitable for 5 – 11 years.

(Sorry we do not accept childcare vouchers.)

Booking is essential

Price: £175 per child

Early b ird discou nt £150

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Thursdays 4, 11, 18 & 25 August Session times: 10.30am, 11.30am, 1pm, 2pm & 3pm Sessions between 1pm - 4pm Hike out to explore the Gardens with the Education team.

Session 1 hour. Suitable for ages 3+ years.

Booking is essential

Session Price: £6 per child*

* plus normal garden admission fees apply. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

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CHANDLERS FORD ART GROUP

MAKE YOUR OWN HANDMADE TURNED WOODEN PEN

Tuesday 26 July – Wednesday 10 August, 10am – 5pm*

Friday 5 August, Saturday 6 August or Sunday 7 August

Come and see how local artists from Chandlers Ford Art Group view the world, with original colourful paintings, textiles and prints, and perhaps some surprises.

AUGUST

WORKSHOP

ART EXHIBITION

10am – 1pm or 1.45pm – 4.45pm Create your own luxury wood turned ‘Romsey’ Fountain Pen or Rollerball Pen, under the tuition of Ron Caddy ‘Registered Professional Turner’.

The group began in 1969 and meet regularly in central Chandlers Ford for demonstrations, workshops and life drawing sessions.

Learn to turn and create your own pen using high quality British woods perhaps Yew, Oak, Walnut or Elm. Personal Safety Equipment will be supplied.

Booking is essential.

Suitable for beginners and those with some experience.

Free entry to the exhibition

Spaces are limited. Booking is essential.

Price: £95p/p includes refreshments and all materials

WORKSHOP

SUMMER PROPAGATION Friday 29 July, 10am – 3pm In this hands-on workshop with in-house expert botanist Barry Clarke, you will learn all the basics on how to grow plants from seed, cuttings and chip budding in the summertime. You will be able to take a mini slice of the Gardens home with you.

We welcome all levels of experience.

Booking is essential.

Price: £65.50/p includes a light lunch and refreshments

CLASS

ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS HULA HOOP Continues from Wednesday 6 July, Tuesday 2 August and Friday 2 September, 10.30am – 12noon See page 10 for more details FAMILY

CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES RUN THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER See page 14 - 15 for more details

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ART AND PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION

50/50 Friday 12 August – Tuesday 6 September, 10am – 5pm* We are delighted to welcome back this popular group of acclaimed photographers and painters to showcase their new collection of original photography and paintings.

This not to be missed exhibition, embraces a wide range of styles and media, producing work of the highest quality that includes a contemporary twist on representational, impressionistic, and abstract artwork. *exhibition closes at 3pm on the last day.

Free entry to the exhibition

FOR EVENT BOOKINGS CALL 01794 368787

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SEPTEMBER

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WORKSHOP

QUILLED BUTTERFLIES AND FLOWERS Saturday 3 September, 10am – 4pm Tutor Carolyn Taylor will show you how to use paper techniques to create different types of coils and scrolls to create a decorative design. There will be step by step instructions, demonstrations and support throughout to guide you to create a decorative quilled butterfly, either free hanging or card backed.

SEPTEMBER

No previous knowledge is necessary, but this will require dexterity. All handouts, tools and materials are included.

Booking is essential.

Price: £65.50p/p including lunch and materials Saturday 27 August Concert 7pm to 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 hits and vocals for the whole family, taking inspiration from West End shows, films and a good helping of wellknown 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 and circus skills, 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.

Refreshments and snacks will also be on sale on the night.

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Price: Adult £23p/p Child (2-16yrs): £13 Groups (10+)

(Book before June)

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MAKING SENSE OF MINDFULNESS Sunday 4 September, 10am – 4pm Get away from it all to enjoy the simplicity of exploring the natural world using our senses.

Slow down with mindful care, breathe and discover the beauty, serenity and harmony of living in the present.

The day is led by Yasmin Zaman an accredited and registered MBSR and MBCT therapist and therapeutic yoga teacher with 20 years’ experience working in mental health.

Booking is essential.

Price: £90p/p including entry to Gardens, vegetarian lunch and refreshments

ART EXHIBITION

OPPOSITE ENDS Friday 9 September – Sunday 18 September, 10am – 5pm* Celebrating the natural world from opposite ends of the artistic spectrum.

Exciting, evocative abstracts from renowned mixed-media artist Jo Elswood and stunningly realistic watercolours from award-winning botanical artist Christina Hart-Davies.

Framed and unframed work, cards, books and other treasures for sale. *exhibition closes at 3pm on the last day.

Free entry to the exhibition

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

Featuring award winning, local sculptors and artists.

Be inspired by all the wealth of creativity at this year’s Art in the Garden new autumn/winter sculpture exhibition. Whether it is an abstract, modern or figurative sculpture, there is always something to please everyone. This is a selling exhibition and a fabulous opportunity to buy a unique piece of art for your home or garden or as a special Christmas gift.

FREE entry with garden admission

WORKSHOP

WORKSHOP

CAPTURING AUTUMN’S TREASURES IN SILVER

A NEW PERSPECTIVE ON YOUR PAINTING

Sunday 11 September, 10am – 4pm

Saturday 17 September, 10am – 4pm

Take the treasures of autumn and capture them forever with the alchemy of silver clay.

You will explore different ways to capture nature using silver clay.

Explore the Gardens with the tutor to select items to use in your work or use the various moulds and textures provided.

All the materials you need including10g of silver clay are provided to create 2-3 items (size dependant).

Booking is essential.

Price: £130p/p includes lunch and all materials

A course for mastering the difficult subject of perspective.

Learn from Paul Robinson RIBA about constructing sight lines, vanishing points and how to transpose this onto any building or landscape scenes to give more reality to your paintings.

Suitable for intermediate level.

A materials list is supplied.

Booking is essential.

Price: £65.50p/p including lunch

(c) C*Design, Sculpture from 2021 exhibition

Saturday 10 September – Sunday 15 January 2023

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Saturday 10 September

Concert 7.30pm – 10.15pm approx.

Bring your picnic, champagne and flag to enjoy the renowned Southampton Concert Orchestra in a Last Night of the Proms concert. Conducted by Paul Ingram and featuring music from Elgar, Parry, Coates, Tchaikovsky, John Williams and many more, this promises to be a fantastic evening of music at the Gardens.

This open-air classical concert features all the usual Last Night favourites including Land of Hope and Glory, Rule Britannia and Jerusalem and finishes with a truly memorable firework finale you will not want to miss!

Gates open from 6pm Booking is essential.

Price: Adult £23p/p Child (2-16yrs): £13 Groups (10+)

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LARGE APPLE-BASKET

A WILDFLOWER MEADOW IN MAGICAL MIXED MEDIA AND COLLAGE

Saturday 24 September & Sunday 25 September, 10am – 4pm In this two-day workshop you will learn traditional basketmaking techniques to create your own willow basket with Louise Brown

Sunday 18 September, 10am – 4pm On this workshop we will be working in collage, mixed media and acrylics, building up assorted effects and textures, with helpful colour mixing, to create this gorgeous scene.

With step-by-step guidance from Wendy Jelbert you will create a lively and topical subject with contrasting shapes and a display of assorted wildflowers.

A challenging and fun day ahead for everyone!

Suitable for intermediate level. A materials list is supplied.

Booking is essential.

Price: £65.50p/p including lunch

SCULPTURE EXHIBITION

ART EXHIBITION

COLOUR AND LIGHT Tuesday 20 September – Sunday 2 October, 10am – 5pm* Leading contemporary Printmaker Sally Winter returns to the Gardens with an Exhibition of new work exploring colour and light in her etchings, collagraphs and monoprints.

FREE entry with garden admission

Using beautiful Somerset-grown willow, you will first learn how to create a round base, then how to stake and weave the sides, and finally create a durable edge border and a robust handle.

The basket will be suitable for gathering apples or any other items where a strong basket is required.

Suitable for beginners and those with some experience.

Booking is essential.

GUIDED TOUR

Price: £165p/p including lunch

GARDENERS’ BREAKFAST Saturday 1 October, 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 autumn highlights before we open to the public.

The new collection of her vibrant and evocative etchings, collagraphs and cards will be launched in this exhibition.

Sally will be in residence to illustrate her process throughout the exhibition.

*exhibition closes at 3pm on the last day.

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Continues from Saturday 10 September – Sunday 15 January 2023 See page 20 for more details

Sally has a personal and distinctive view of the landscape, wildlife and flora of the Dorset and Hampshire coast and forest.

Framed work, mounted work and artists’ cards are all available for sale.

ART IN THE GARDEN

© Paul Harvey, Sculpture from 2021 exhibition

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OUR WORLD IMAGINED

Saturday 1 October, 10am – 4pm

Tuesday 4 October – Monday 17 October, 10am – 5pm*

Zentangle is an easy-to-learn, relaxing and fun way to create beautiful images.

The Zentangle method provides an easy structured path for creating art by breaking patterns down into elemental strokes. It requires no recognised artistic ability and can open a door to art and creativity for people of all ages and abilities.

Join professional artist Sharon Rogers on this new workshop to learn this fascinating drawing method.

Booking is essential.

Price: £65.50p/p including lunch and materials

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SEASONAL PHOTOSHOOT

DRAWING FOR THE ABSOLUTE BEGINNER

Saturday 1 October and Sunday 2 October

Sunday 2 October, 10am – 4pm

10.15am – 11.15am 11.45am – 12.45pm 1.30pm – 2.30pm 3pm – 4pm

Learn to really see your subject and understand what you are viewing using specific exercises, methods and techniques with professional artist Elizabeth Hammond.

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 get 5 high resolution digital downloads with the option to buy more.

1 hour sessions available.

Booking is essential.

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ART EXHIBITION

ZENTANGLING

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An introduction to basic drawing skills, line, shape, form, depth. A variety of techniques and materials will be explored to help you become more confident to explore drawing further.

Designed for students with no previous drawing experience. A materials list will be supplied.

Booking is essential.

Price: £65.50p/p includes a light lunch and refreshments

Our World Imagined is an exhibition from a diverse group of artists who express their feelings about the natural world in many ways.

Delicate watercolour, glorious oil, bold acrylic and gentle pencil drawings, sit alongside artwork created from multicoloured felted wool. The wonderful use of colour which forms the rich palette of the world around us is captured in paintings of atmospheric seascapes to majestic portraits of wildlife. From the humble small woodland rodent to magnificent forest mammals.

All artwork is for sale, including unframed originals, prints and greetings cards. Daily demonstrations from the participating artists. *exhibition closes at 3pm on the last day.

FREE entry to the exhibition

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SPECIAL EFFECTS MAKE-UP Saturday 8 October, 10am – 4pm Learn about the wide range of paints, materials and processes used to create amazing visual effects.

See how theatrical prosthetics are made and create your own realistic injuries. Use prosthetics and paints to change yourself into a fantasy character, perfect for Halloween parties and the like. Barry Clarke ex professional theatrical performer and stage makeup artist will take you step by step to produce a realistic and professional looking design.

This course would appeal to anyone wanting to learn more about SFX makeup for films and TV, and those wanting to create imaginative party looks.

If you have any skin allergies, please call us in advance of booking.

Booking is essential.

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A SUNLIT WAVE IN WATERCOLOURS WORKSHOP

WALK, TALK AND DRAW Saturday 15 October, 10am – 12noon or 1pm – 3pm A lovely opportunity to socialise and sketch outside at the Gardens.

Experiment with a variety of materials including charcoal, graphite, pencil and pen with artist Elizabeth Hammond.

Suitable for those with no previous drawing experience or anyone who wants to improve. A materials list will be supplied.

Booking is essential.

Session price: £30p/p

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USING YOUR SKETCHBOOK AT HOME AND ABROAD Saturday 15 October, 10am – 4pm Led by Paul Robinson we will discuss the use and size of sketch books, the pencils and pens you would normally use.

We will explore the main steps of sketching a scene in pencil with shading for tones and shadows from conception to completion.

Suitable for intermediate level.

A materials list is supplied.

Booking is essential.

Price: £65.50p/p including lunch

Sunday 16 October, 10am – 4pm Any painter watching curling waves unravelling on the seashore, surely would love to know how to capture this beautiful sight.

In this workshop with Wendy Jelbert, we will study many key points to complete wave and sea pictures. Understanding the ‘rules’, mixing of the sea colours, how to create a suitable composition, and brush strokes that conjure up the energy of this amazing sight.

Suitable for intermediate level.

A materials list is supplied.

TEXTILE EXHIBITION

STITCHED ART Wednesday 19 October – Wednesday 2 November, 10am – 5pm* 10am – 4pm in November A creative and varied display of Embroidery, Felting, Knitting and Textile Art.

Booking is essential.

All artwork is for sale including unframed originals, prints and greetings cards.

Price: £65.50p/p including lunch

*exhibition closes at 3pm on the last day.

FREE entry to the exhibition

GUIDED TOUR

AUTUMN DELIGHTS WITH ROY LANCASTER Tuesday 18 October 2022, 1pm – 4pm Join our Garden Patron, Roy Lancaster CBE on the second of two special hour-long tours of the Gardens.

You will be led on a gentle walk around the ‘World of Plants’. Roy will share fascinating stories and insights on their cultivation from his time as the Gardens’ Curator.

After the tour enjoy afternoon tea at The Garden Restaurant.

Meet at the Visitor Pavilion at 12.45pm

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FALCONRY PHOTOGRAPHY DAY Sunday 23 October, 10am – 4pm The session begins with a short introduction to Falconry to give you a good understanding of the nature of the birds.

A wonderful opportunity to capture Hawks, Falcons and Owls whilst in flight outside and to concentrate on close profile posed in their natural habitat.

Limited spaces available on this fundraising tour.

(Don’t forget your camera and to wear suitable clothing and footwear for the outdoors.)

Booking is essential.

Booking is essential.

Price: £65p/p

Price: £90p/p includes refreshments and lunch

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OCTOBER MINDFUL POETRY

YOUR ONE WILD AND PRECIOUS LIFE

half term PUMPKIN SPOTTER CHALLENGE Saturday 1 October – Monday 31 October Autumn fun in the Gardens. Come and become a pumpkin spotter.

How many pumpkins can you spot hidden the in the Gardens?

Normal garden admission fees apply.

Price: £1 per spotter

SPOOKY HALLOWEEN MENU

PUMPKIN CARVING Wednesday 26 October, Thursday 27 October & Friday 28 October Sessions on the hour from 10.30am – last one starting at 2.30pm.

Come and carve a pumpkin. We are here to help!

WICKED FUN IN THE WOODS – BUSHCRAFT Saturday 29 October 10am – 12noon and 1pm – 3pm

Suitable for accompanied children aged 4-12 years

Booking is essential

Session Price: £15 per child (includes entry for an accompanying adult)

Monday 24 October – Monday 31 October To coincide with all the Halloween activities in the Gardens we are offering a spooky menu at lunch time in The Courtyard Café. No need to book.

Soak up words that matter, brighten your awareness, and enliven your BE-ing and body within the serene setting of the Gardens. A day to anchor yourself in what truly matters, enjoy simple breath and body practices, be inspired by the wisdom of mindful poets, and reflect, scribble and clarify whatever is most dear to you.

The day is led by Yasmin Zaman an accredited and registered MBSR and MBCT therapist and therapeutic yoga teacher with 20 years’ experience working in mental health.

Booking is essential.

Price: £90p/p including entry to Gardens, vegetarian lunch and refreshments

Along with other wicked fun, activities will include pumpkin soup and wand making around an open fire in the woods.

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

Price: £5.50 per child (includes 1 pumpkin)

Sunday 30 October, 10am – 4pm

SCULPTURE EXHIBITION

ART IN THE GARDEN Continues from Saturday 10 September – Sunday 15 January 2023

Normal garden admission applies

See page 20 for more details FREE entry with garden admission

MEDITATION

FOREST BATHING Continues from Wednesdays 13 July, 9 November and 7 December 10.30am – 1.30pm See page 10 for more details Book online: adoreyouroutdoors.co.uk

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GUIDED TOUR

FUNGI EXHIBITION AND WALKS Friday 4 November and Saturday 5 November, 10am – 3pm With walks in the Gardens and a display in the Education Centre the diversity of garden and woodland fungi will be shown to you by experts from the Hampshire Fungus Recording Group. Typically, the group find and display over 70 different types of fungi.

Field trips at 10.30am and 2pm Booking is essential for the walks.

TEXTILE EXHIBITION

STITCHED ART Continues from Wednesday 19 October – Wednesday 2 November, 10am – 4pm* See page 27 for more details *exhibition closes at 3pm on the last day.

ART EXHIBITION

Tour price: £5p/p Free entry to the exhibition with garden admission

GUIDED TOUR

AUTUMN COLOURED TREES Saturday 5 November, 9am We are home to the largest collection of Champion Trees in the British Isles. With over 600 Champion Trees - the tallest, widest or oldest of their species.

We will share the fascinating history of our tree collection and some of the best autumn colour on display.

The tour will last approx. 1½ hours finishing with a slice of cake and hot drink.

Don’t forget to wear your walking boots!

Booking is essential.

Price: £17.50p/p includes a coffee and cake

NOVEMBER TAPESTRY WORKSHOP

PAINTING WITH YARNS Sunday 6 November, 10am – 4pm Using a simple frame loom (which you can keep) and colourful yarns, learn to weave a “notebook” of traditional and 3D tapestry techniques.

We will explore both traditional and 3D skills. At the end of the day, you will have the skills needed to work on your own projects.

A woven tapestry workshop suitable for beginners and those with some experience.

Taught by Hilary Charlesworth who has over 35 years of experience teaching woven tapestry and other textile skills. She is a member of the British Tapestry Group.

A PASSIONATE NATURE

Booking is essential.

Friday 4 November – Tuesday 15 November, 10am – 4pm*

Price: £73p/p includes all materials and lunch

Professional artist Lynne Davies is excited to be returning for her third solo exhibition at the Gardens. Come and enjoy her brand new collection of original oil paintings, along with her highly collectable range of limitededition prints and drawings, inspired by nature and wildlife. *exhibition closes at 3pm on the last day.

FREE entry to the exhibition

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NOVEMBER WORKSHOP

JEWELLERY EXHIBITION

SNOW LEOPARD IN COLOURED PENCILS

WINTER JEWELS

Saturday 12 November, 10am – 4pm

Wednesday 23 November – Monday 2 January, 10am – 4pm*

An introduction to Coloured Pencils with professional artist Karen Coulson.

Explore the techniques required to complete a portrait of a Snow Leopard using Derwent Coloursoft Pencils.

A line drawing to trace will be provided.

Suitable for all abilities.

All materials supplied to use within the session.

Jewellery exhibition staged by the ACJW (Association for Contemporary Jewellery Wessex) Group.

We are delighted to welcome back over 20 members of this talented local jewellery group for their annual Christmas exhibition.

These highly skilled jewellers look forward to meeting you and will be showcasing many exciting new designs. They invite you to take part in their popular £100 prize draw when you visit the exhibition.

Booking is essential.

Price: £65.50p/p including lunch

*exhibition closes at 3pm on Christmas Eve and on the last day. Closed Christmas Day & Boxing Day.

FAMILY

ARTFUL CHRISTMAS WEEKEND

Saturday 12 November and Sunday 13 November

Saturday 19 November – Sunday 20 November, 10am – 4pm

10.15am – 11.15am 11.45am – 12.45pm 1.30pm – 2.30pm

The perfect opportunity to shop small this Christmas. Discover and buy contemporary art, craft and gifts for Christmas, directly from the Makers.

Including fine art, ceramics, jewellery, printmaking, textiles, glass, sculpture and woodwork.

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 get 5 high resolution digital downloads with the option to buy more. 1 hour sessions available.

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CHRISTMAS MARKET

SEASONAL PHOTOSHOOT

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Free festive craft activities for children and live music from local groups.

For full event and exhibitor details visit www.artfulcollective.co.uk FREE entry to the Artful Christmas market

FREE entry to the exhibition

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WILLOW CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS Friday 25 November, 10am – 4pm Get festive by making beautiful willow decorations for your home this Christmas with Louise Brown.

During the day you will make and take home at least one of each item: Christmas Trees, Reindeer and Stars, and if you are a fast worker you may make more! Using Somerset-grown willow, these are simple and easy items to create and are a great introduction to the craft of willow-weaving.

Booking is essential.

Early bird discount save £10

Price: £85.50p/p including lunch £75.50p/p if booked before November

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ZENTANGLING Saturday 26 November, 10am – 4pm Zentangle is an easy-to-learn, relaxing and fun way to create beautiful images.

The Zentangle method provides an easy structured path for creating art by breaking patterns down into elemental strokes. It requires no recognised artistic ability and can open a door to art and creativity for people of all ages and abilities. Join Sharon Rogers to learn this fascinating drawing method.

Booking is essential.

Price: £65.50p/p including lunch and materials

FESTIVE DINING IN THE GARDEN RESTAURANT Throughout December (excluding Christmas Day and Boxing Day) Celebrate Christmas with your family and friends at the Garden Restaurant.

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A DAY OF MINDFULNESS – A MINDFUL WINTER Sunday 27 November, 10am – 4pm As shorter days and colder temperatures settle in, this retreat day is an opportunity to BE content no matter the weather! Mindfully guided movement and simple practices designed to ignite your curiosity, treat yourself kindly and deepening your awareness will awaken you to the delights of a winter world. A time to breathe, reflect and restore yourself with the wisdom of the season.

The day is led by Yasmin Zaman an accredited and registered MBSR and MBCT therapist and therapeutic yoga teacher with 20 years’ experience working in mental health.

Enjoy the delicious festive lunch menu with two courses or three courses available all throughout December. Booking is essential.

Festive Afternoon Teas will also be served through the Christmas period from 2.30pm, 24-hour pre-booking is required.

For dining bookings please call 037077 91083

LUNCHES: 12.00 NOON - 2.15 PM

2 Courses & Coffee

£25

3 Courses & Coffee

£32.50

Booking is essential.

Price: £90p/p including entry to Gardens, vegetarian lunch and refreshments

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FOREST BATHING Continues from Wednesdays 13 July, 14 September, 12 October, 9 November and 7 December, 10.30am – 1.30pm See page 10 for more details Book online: adoreyouroutdoors.co.uk SCULPTURE EXHIBITION

ART IN THE GARDEN Continues from Saturday 10 September – Sunday 15 January 2023 See page 20 for more details

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CHRISTMAS WREATH Friday 2 December, 10am – 12.30pm & 1pm – 3.30pm Join us and learn how to produce a beautiful natural Christmas floral door wreath.

A wide selection of unusual foliage, berries, fruits and unusual stems will be supplied fresh from the Gardens.

Booking is essential.

Price: £50p/p including all materials and refreshments

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MEDITATION

GUIDED TOUR

CHRISTMAS GARDENERS’ BREAKFAST AND TOUR Saturday 3 December, 8.30am Enjoy a wonderful breakfast of porridge or cereals followed by a cooked breakfast or Hillier’s Vegan Hash and toast with local jams & marmalade in The Garden Restaurant.

The delicious breakfast will be followed by a spectacular tour featuring seasonal highlights of the Winter Garden.

After the tour you will receive free entry to the Gardens to explore for the rest of the day.

Booking is essential.

Price: £26.50p/p

FREE entry with garden admission JEWELLERY EXHIBITION

WINTER JEWELS Continues from Wednesday 23 November – Monday 2 January 2023*, 10am – 4pm

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WINTER QUILLING

*Closed Christmas Day & Boxing Day.

Saturday 3 December, 10am – 4pm

FREE entry to the exhibition

Quilling is an art form that involves the use of paper strips that are rolled, shaped, and glued together to create a decorative design.

With step by step instructions and demonstrations from tutor Carolyn Taylor you will create different types of coils and scrolls to create a decorative winter design.

Suitable for beginners. This workshop will require some dexterity.

Booking is essential.

Price: £65.50p/p including lunch and materials

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DECEMBER WORKSHOP

HANDMADE CHRISTMAS GIFTS IN SILVER Sunday 4 December, 10am – 4pm Come and spend a day making Christmas presents for friends and family, or just some beautiful jewellery for you with the alchemy of silver clay.

Learn modern alchemy using silver clay to create some stunning jewellery, which you can choose to keep or gift at Christmas. The class is packed with lots of hints and tips for you to design and make your own items of unique jewellery.

FAMILY

WINTER WALK Saturday 3 December 2022 Tuesday 31 January 2023 As winter is warmest when shared with friends, bring the whole family to enjoy a winter self-guided walk.

All children must be accompanied by an adult.

The Gardens are open from 10am to 5pm, last trail admission is 3pm.

On Christmas Eve we close at 4pm with last trail admission at 2pm.

We are closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Normal Garden admission fees apply.

More details will be released in the autumn.

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CHRISTMAS ROBIN Wednesday 7 December, 10am – 4pm An introduction to Coloured Pencils with professional artist Karen Coulson.

Explore the techniques required to complete a portrait of a Christmas Robin using Derwent Coloursoft Pencils.

A line drawing to trace will be provided.

Suitable for all abilities.

All materials supplied to use within the session.

Booking is essential.

Price: £65.50p/p including lunch

All the materials you need including10g of silver clay are provided to create 2-3 items (size dependant).

Booking is essential.

Price: £130p/p includes lunch and all materials

THIS WINTER

Exciting things are coming!

Check our website nearer the time for details hants.gov.uk/ hilliergardens

Christmas Gift ideas WORKSHOP

COLOURFUL ALUMINIUM JEWELLERY

MAKE YOUR OWN HANDMADE TURNED WOODEN PEN

Treat someone special to a wonderful afternoon tea gift of an Afternoon Tea voucher for two at the Garden Restaurant.

Saturday 14 January 2023, 10am – 4pm

Friday 20 January, Saturday 21 January or Sunday 22 January 2023

They can enjoy a decadent afternoon tea prepared by our in-house pastry chefs and chocolatier.

Create a unique piece of jewellery in colourful anodised aluminium.

Lindsey Mann will introduce you to colouring and decorative techniques; including dip-dyeing, direct application, printmaking techniques and the clever use of resists.

You will get the opportunity to experiment before focusing on a final piece of jewellery.

Booking is essential.

Price: £95p/p including all equipment and lunch

10am – 1pm or 1.45pm – 4.45pm Ron Caddy ‘Registered Professional Turner’ will help you create a luxury wood turned Fountain Pen or Rollerball Pen. Learn to turn your own pen using high quality British woods perhaps Yew, Oak, Walnut or Elm. Personal Safety Equipment will be supplied.

only £37 for two people Voucher available to purchase from The Courtyard Café and The Garden Restaurant.

Call, 037077 91083 or purchase online shop.hants.gov.uk

Suitable for beginners and those with some experience.

Spaces are limited, booking is essential.

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SNOWDROPS IN COLOURED PENCILS Saturday 4 February, 10am – 4pm An introduction to coloured pencils with professional artist Karen Coulson.

Suitable for all abilities.

All materials are supplied to use within the session.

Booking is essential.

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* Garden admission fees apply. Voucher is valid for one year from date of purchase. 24 hours pre-booking is essential for redemption.

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Support The Gardens (Registered Charity: 274737) with remit in horticulture, conservation, education and recreation.

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You can help support the Gardens, to preserve and continue to build our treasured plant collections. Buy event tickets, become a member, adopt a tree or by making a donation into our collection ‘bulb’ on the Ticket Desk. Tel: 01794 368787

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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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(except Christmas Day and Boxing Day) Car park gates locked at 6pm (5pm in Nov to March) Last entry one hour before closing

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Two EV charging points (fees apply)

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An all-ability path network, accessible WCs and parking for the registered disabled.

BY TRAIN

The closest station is Romsey

Registered disability assistance dogs are welcome only.

BY BIKE

A wheelchair hire service is available (pre-book in advance).

Route 66 (Stagecoach Bus) - Winchester to Romsey.

Bike racks are available at the entrance

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President: HRH The Duchess of Cornwall GCVO Patron: Roy Lancaster CBE VMH Sir Harold Hillier Gardens is a charitable trust with remit in horticulture, conservation, education and recreation. Registered Charity – 274737

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