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Events at the Sheffield Botanical Gardens
Some of these events are run by other organisations so please check the event details on their websites prior to travel.
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Sheffield Botanical Gardens will be closed to the public to host events as follows:
15th June Gardens will close at 5.45pm for Theatre in the Gardens
3rd & 15th August Gardens will close at 5.45pm for Theatre in the Gardens
5th-8th September Gardens will be closed to the public for Art in the Gardens
Pedestrian Access for patrons of the Dorothy Fox Education Centre will be via Thompson Road Entrance.
(Authorised Vehicle drop offs only)
Sheffield City Council apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
For further information please email
events@sheffield.gov.uk
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Level 2 Adult Horticulture Qualification with Sheffield College
Whether you’re a hobbyist with a keen interest in gardening, or you want to pursue a career in horticulture, tending to our city’s green spaces and stunning landscapes, a horticulture or land-based qualification from The Sheffield College at Sheffield Botanical Gardens could be just the answer.
Flower Power Plus, Plus, Plus!
Well known as an expert on euphorbias, for this talk Don Wilton will share his vast knowledge of plants for all seasons and the uplifting power of flowers.
Around the World in 80 Trees
Author and tree aficionado Jonathan Drori shares a gloriously illustrated trip across the globe, bringing to life the science of trees (Online Talk)
Winter Tree ID Workshop with Guy Petheram - Sold Out
A practical workshop focusing on winter identification skills for some of our native tree species.
Enter the World of Edible Perennials
An introduction to perennial edibles - a journey of discovery into an array of plants we can grow and eat with Ryan Sandford-Blackburn, director of agroecological plant nursery Earthed Up!
Perfumes and Potions Public Tour
For February we’ll be exploring some of the scents and smells of the early Spring garden, as well as examining the medicinal heritage of some of our plants.
Winter Tree ID Workshop with Guy Petheram
A practical workshop focusing on winter identification skills for some of our native tree species.
James Hitchmough's New Garden
James Hitchmough shares details of his progress in establishing his new garden in rural Somerset, following his move from Sheffield in 2022. (Online talk)
INTRODUCTION TO GARDEN DESIGN - 1 DAY COURSE
Join Guy Petheram on this one day course which will offer insights into what lies behind a beautifully designed garden and provide inspiration for your own.
The Journey of Hooton's Walled Nursey
Dean Charlton will share the story of revitalising the nursery including the gardens and nurseries that have inspired and influenced them along the way
People, Plants and Pavilions Public Tour
For March we’ll be exploring the history of the Gardens. This tour is also part of the Festival of the Outdoors
See-Through Plants
Artist and garden designer Maureen Sawyer will illustrate the best see-through perennials, annuals, bulbs, grasses and subshrubs to enhance any border planting and turn your garden into a painting!
The Apothecary’s Apprentice Public Tour
Join us for a walk looking at the medicinal uses of plants.
Trees of Spring Interest Public Tour
This month we will be looking at trees and what makes them special in spring.
PAINTING WITH FLOWERS - CELEBRATING SUMMER PUBLIC TOUR
Join us as we walk around the gardens to see how art is inspired by beautiful summer flowers.
Shakespeare’s Botanicals Public Tour
This June evening we will be looking at Plants that Shakespeare referenced in his works.
Sense and Sensibility - The Pantaloons
Enjoy The Pantaloons production of Sense and Sensibility. Bring a picnic!
POLLINATORS AND PLANTS PUBLIC TOUR
This afternoon we will be looking at how plants and pollinators work together.
The Apothecary’s Apprentice Public Tour
Join us for a walk looking at the medicinal uses of plants.
Natural Dyes Public Tour
In July we will be looking at plants used to make natural dyes.
Robin Hood - The Pantaloons
Enjoy The Pantaloons production of Robin Hood. Bring a picnic!
POLLINATORS AND PLANTS PUBLIC TOUR
Join us this evening for a walk looking at how plants and their pollinators interact.
Tropical Trees and Plants Public Tour
Join us this afternoon for a walk looking at tropical trees and plants around the Gardens.
Shakespeare’s Botanicals Public Tour
This afternoon we be exploring plants that Shakespeare included in his works.
Halloween - Hubble Bubble Toil and Trouble - Poisonous and Magical Plants Public Tour
Join us for our Halloween special exploring poisonous and magical plants in the Gardens.
National Tree Week Public Tour
Join us as we walk around the Gardens and learn about some of our magnificent, rare and unusual trees.
Origins of traditional wildflower names
Garden historian, writer and researcher Twigs Way will explore and explain the origins of the names of some of our traditional wildflowers (online talk)
Friends Christmas Social
Friends of the Botanical Gardens (FOBS) old and new are invited to our annual festive get-together………
Drinks and mince pies, an illustrated presentation on events of the past year and team quizzes, plus some last minute Christmas shopping - in the company of Friends.
We hope you can join us!
Sheffield Winter Craft Art and Makers Market
The Craft, Art and Makers Market is back with over 30 Stalls from Top Local Artisans, Artists, Craftspeople!
Plant and Stitch Embroidery Workshop
Join Plant and Stitch design and create your own embroidered art with dried plant materials.
Christmas Wreath Making Workshop
Come and get into the festive spirit with Rosemary & Thyme at Sheffield Botanical Gardens and make your own Christmas wreath for your door.
Christmas Wreath Making Workshop
Come and get into the festive spirit with Rosemary & Thyme at Sheffield Botanical Gardens and make your own Christmas wreath for your door.
Christmas Wreath Making Workshop
Come and get into the festive spirit with Rosemary & Thyme at Sheffield Botanical Gardens and make your own Christmas wreath for your door.
Christmas Wreath Making Workshop
Come and get into the festive spirit with Rosemary & Thyme at Sheffield Botanical Gardens and make your own Christmas wreath for your door.
National Tree Week Public Tour
Join us as we walk around the Gardens and learn about some of our magnificent, rare and unusual trees.
Echium World - in the land of giants
Professional Garden Designer Linda Heywood shares her knowledge of echiums, a plant that we can all grow in our gardens.
Halloween - Hubble Bubble Toil and Trouble - Poisonous and Magical Plants Public Tour
Join us for our Halloween special exploring poisonous and magical plants in the Gardens.
Growing for dyeing
Textile practitioner Isobel Denton will share details of plants that can be grown for their natural dyeing properties and provide advice on planting and growing a dye garden.
Autumn Wreath Making Workshop
Rosemary & Thyme invite you to join us to come and create your own autumn wreath in the sanctuary of the working Sheffield Botanical Gardens.
Reflections on landscaping with plants
Jacob Davies of Green Estate will encourage us to stop viewing large, vigorous perennials as thugs and to include them in low maintenance plantings
CANCELLED Seasonal Hand Tied Bouquet Flower Workshop
Rosemary & Thyme invite you to immerse yourself in beautiful blooms and create your own hand-tied bouquet in the sanctuary of the working Sheffield Botanical Gardens.
The Apothecary’s Apprentice Public Tour
Join us for a walk looking at the medicinal uses of plants.
An exploration of Japanese Gardens
Local garden designer Will Thomson will share some of the gardens and experiences he gained during a fellowship in Japan
Hardy Plant Society Plant Sale
The Hardy Plant Society are holding a plant sale at Sheffield Botanical Gardens. Come and choose from a wide selection grown by their expert members.
INTRODUCTION TO GARDEN DESIGN - 1 DAY COURSE
Join Guy Petheram on this one day course which will offer insights into what lies behind a beautifully designed garden and provide inspiration for your own.
'From Plant to Page' Autumn Courses
Botanical Painting and Drawing Courses with Botanical Illustrator and tutor Jennie Hinton.
Astride the garden fence
Nursery owner and gardener Neil Timm will talk about growing wild flowers in the garden, garden escapees in the wild, and some that belong to both worlds.
Art in the Gardens
The annual Art in the Gardens event, held in Sheffield Botanical Gardens
The Pantaloons - The Merry Wives of Windsor
Join The Pantaloons for their performance of The Merry Wives of Windsor
POLLINATORS AND PLANTS PUBLIC TOUR
This afternoon we will be looking at how plants and pollinators work together.
Our friends outside - encouraging wildlife into the garden
Garden designer Steve Lovell will take a look at how we can make our gardens more wildlife friendly by changing our approach, creating micro habitats and building up the eco systems within our garden boundaries.
PAINTING WITH FLOWERS - CELEBRATING SUMMER PUBLIC TOUR
This evening we will be looking at how a local artist uses flowers as an inspiration for her work.
The Pantaloons - Robin Hood
Join The Pantaloons for their performance of Robin Hood live in the gardens!