Join us for a tour of the gardens focussing on the history of the gardens.

John Foley, owner of Holden Clough Nurseries in Lancashire and former RHS Master Grower, has advocated for a shift away from digital-dependent horticulture, focusing instead on hands-on, traditional gardening techniques. He emphasises the mental and physical benefits of gardening, connecting with nature, and understanding plants directly. 

An inspiring day sketching the Botanical Gardens with Colette, learning expressive techniques in good company, with all materials and tea breaks included.

Discover the art of botanical drawing and painting in the quiet and inspirational space of the Botanical Gardens with Jennie Hinton.

The rich flora of Northern Vietnam.

Join artist Munise for a reflective Ramadan art workshop inspired by the illuminated opening pages of a 14th-century Qur’an manuscript. This session focuses on gold illumination.

Get creative this Eid with a fun ornament painting workshop at Sheffield Botanical Gardens—let's paint and celebrate!

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.

A practical workshop focusing on winter identification skills for some of our native tree species.

Author and biographer Dr Catherine Horwood looks at the life of garden designer and historian Penelope Hobhouse, now in her late 90s and still gardening every day. 

Owner of the Dower House in Derbyshire, gardener Griselda Kerr will share some of the pleasures and benefits of gardening.

Becky Fincham, Head of Programmes at The Serge Hill Project and Tom Stuart-Smith Studio will describe how the Project has become a destination for gardeners, garden designers and plant lovers.

Get into the festive spirit and make your own Christmas wreath using fresh seasonal foliage and sustainable floristry techniques.

Get into the festive spirit and make your own Christmas wreath using fresh seasonal foliage and sustainable floristry techniques.

The Florilegium Society invite you to enjoy a talk on The Plant Review: A Hidden gem of RHS Publishing by James Armitage and see their archive display.

Get into the festive spirit and make your own Christmas wreath using fresh seasonal foliage and sustainable floristry techniques.

Get into the festive spirit and make your own Christmas wreath using fresh seasonal foliage and sustainable floristry techniques.

Join us as we walk around the Gardens and learn about some of our magnificent, rare and unusual trees.

Sheffield Organic Growers tenant Nick Johnson will share the story of 10 years growing organically in Sheffield

Join local artist Jenny for a fantastic fun printing session at the wonderful Botanical Gardens where you will learn to carve your own lino block and print your own Christmas cards.

Discover the art of botanical drawing and painting in the quiet and inspirational space of the Botanical Gardens with Jennie Hinton. Jennie’s latest course focuses on shells, nuts and autumn leaves. All abilities welcome.

Join us for our Halloween special exploring poisonous and magical plants in the Gardens.

This event has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances

Join local artist Jenny for a relaxing and hands-on workshop introducing the practice of nature journalling. Set in the tranquil setting of Sheffield Botanical Gardens, this is a rare chance to step back and really notice the natural world. You will also develop your creative skills in painting and drawing and be inspired to develop a new regular creative habit.

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.

Horticulturist Graham Duncan of Kirstenbosch National Gardens in South Africa will share his love for the gardens and South African bulbs

We regret it has been necessary to POSTPONE Ben Preston’s talk to next year - please look out for details of the new date. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Discover the art of botanical drawing and painting in the quiet and inspirational space of the Botanical Gardens with Jennie Hinton. Jennie’s latest course focuses on shells, nuts and autumn leaves. All abilities welcome.

Join Rachael Dawson to learn botanical painting and drawing techniques to illustrate hips, haws, berries and their autumnal foliage.