Welcome Elaine Perkins giving a talk on “Herbs and plants, protection in the Medieval Period”

In the Medieval Period, if the church couldn't help, you turned to the local cunning woman for the answers. From Ancient spells, such as the Nine Herb charm to Flying Ointment and mandrake root. Find out more in this talk.

This month we will be looking at trees and what makes them special in spring. 

Come along and learn about the un bee-lievable world of insects and try out f-ant-astic activities!

A relaxed outdoor singing session for anyone who enjoys making music and being out in nature.

Composting - Reasons to compost material, what to put on your compost heap and methods of composting. Learn more from the expert Jane.

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.

These guided soundwalks are designed to help tune in to your surroundings and tune out the noise of everyday life!. Join us for a 45 minute walk around the gardens as we use mindful listening practices to learn about how sounds and nature can increase wellbeing!

Join us and hear stories about the intrepid plant hunters who brought plants to the UK from around the world.

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

‘All You Can Eat’ - a talk on the design, growing and educational potential of edible planting

Centred around the design, build and legacy of their Silver-Gilt award-winning Long Border at RHS Wentworth Woodhouse last year, titled ‘The Discovery Outdoors Edimental Kitchen Classroom’, John, Sam and Bridget talk about the often overlooked qualities and potentials of edible ornamental ( or ‘edimental’) planting. John explores the educational aspect, Sam talks about designing with edimentals, whilst Bridget speaks about growing and caring for them.

These imaginative workshops will teach you how to explore sounds from our environment and create music inspired by the world around us.

A playful workshop where children can create their own musical instruments using recycled materials and explore sound through music-making and singing.

These imaginative workshops will teach you how to explore sounds from our environment and create music inspired by the world around us.

A playful workshop where children can create their own musical instruments using recycled materials and explore sound through music-making and singing.

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.

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.