There is nothing more irrisistibly festive than a cosy wreath-making workshop with a mulled wine in-hand. This year, there are a whole host of wreath-making experiences in Northumberland to choose from this
Christmas, all of which include hot drinks and some of which even include Afternoon Tea. Our advice? Book soon as all of these wreath-making events are likely to sell out!
Saturday 23rd November | 10am AND 2pm | £65 per person | (7th December sold out)
Make your own
Christmas wreath at Brocksbushes Farm, guided by expert florist Kate from Northumbrian Flowers. Kate has been hosting her magical Christmas Wreath workshops for 12 years so you'll be in safe hands as you create a traditional moss backed ring and using only foliage grown in Northumberland, a selection of bows, dried fruits and pine cones. Enjoy a selection of hot drinks including mulled wine and festive hot chocolates, as well as homemade sweet treats and mince pies during the workshop.
Sunday 24th November | 4pm | £56 per person
Craft your own wreath at beautiful Linden Hall with guidance from their skilled florist. Their step-by-step tutorial will have you coming home with a gorgeous wreath using an array of seasonal greens, flowers, and decorations. While you get creative, you can enjoy a cosy, festive setting, and feel free to purchase delicious food and hot drinks.
Monday 25th November, 27th November, 2nd December AND 4th December | 10.30am - 12.30pm AND 1.30pm - 3.30pm | £59.95 per person
It doesn't get more "Christmassy" than sitting in the grounds of a festively-adorned
Bamburgh Castle for your
wreath-making workshop. Hosted by professional florist Sharon Wright from Anthophile Academy, you will create wreaths made on a frame of moss and wire. They are very traditional and incredibly long-lasting, meaning you can hang them year after year. Using a variety of foliage including local ivy, seasonal greenery, twigs and festive colour, the session lasts around 2 hours and you can enjoy tea and coffee as well as a selection of biscuits while you work.
Monday 25th November AND Monday 2nd December | 11am | £65 per person
Enjoy a wreath-making experience at the cosy Northumberland Loft Cafe in Blagdon, with unlimited house tea or filter coffee during the experience and a delicious Afternoon Tea once you have created your masterpiece. Lead by award-winning florist Tricia Cooke, you are in safe hands in creating your wreath and this promises to be a fantastic and festive experience.
Thursday 28th November - Monday 9th December (excluding 29th Nov and 3rd and 4th Dec) | Times vary | £55 per person
Holiday Inn at Gosforth Park has a jam-packed events calendar this Christmas, and this is another fantastic wreath-making workshop with Afternoon Tea included. Get creative in this festive setting and enjoy a delicious selections of hot drinks, sandwiches, scones and other baked goods aferwards.
Friday 29th November | 9am - 12pm AND 1pm - 3.30pm | Both followed by Afternoon Tea | £115 per person
Enjoy wreath-making in style at decadent
Matfen Hall, with mince pies and mulled wine on arrival and workshop using bespoke British flowers grown in the heart of Northumberland and Kate from Northumbrian Flowers' professional guidance. The experience includes Afternoon Tea in their opulent Drawing Room which will be decked out with beautiful Christmas decorations.
Sunday 29 November | 10am – 12.30pm AND 1.30pm – 4pm | Included in entry price
Visit
Ad Gefrin, Anglo-Saxon Museum and Whisky Distillery on 29th November and enjoy
wreath-making included in the price of your ticket. The team will be on-hand to guide you through, and you can enjoy drinks and refreshments while you work. All materials and tools with be provided for you to use and your wreath is yours to keep and take home at the end of the day, and don't forget to explore the museum and perhaps a whisky-tasting experience afterwards.
Saturday 30th November AND Thursday 12th December | 1pm - 3pm | £65 per person
Head to
The Tempus and snuggle up inside their oh-so-cosy Tipi, with a roaring open fire in the centre and fairy lights hung above, for an
afternoon of Christmas wreath making guided by The Whole Schbang team, with plenty of mulled wine flowing. Make a day of it and book a table at The Tempus before or after for delicious pizza and live music.
Saturday 30th November | 11am | £65 per person
Enjoy wreath-making at
Battlesteads, where you will arrive to a warm welcome, hot drink and festive baked goods. Kate from Northumbrian Flowers will lead the workshop and you will be provided with everything you need for making your wreath including aprons, bags of Northumbrian foliage, boxes of decorations and bundles of ribbons! Don't forget to do a spot of stargazing afterwards at
Battlesteads' on-site observatory (check their events calendar for more details) or book a meal in their fantastic restaurant.
Thursday 5th December AND Saturday 7th December | 10.30am - 12.30pm AND 13.30pm - 15.30pm | £55 per English Heritage member and £60 per non-member
Create a festive wreath at staggering
Belsay Hall, where the magical surroundings are bound to get you in the Christmas spirit. The expert Belsay Hall gardening team will guide you through the experience using natural materials from the surrounding gardens - it doesn't get more local than that! You can also enjoy a hot drink and Christmas treat while you make your wreath, included in the price. Book online to save 15%.
Friday 6th and Saturday 7th December | 9.30pm - 1pm | £55 per person
Another stunning venue for a wreath-making workshop, enjoy the breath-taking surroundings of
Wallington Hall while you get to work on your masterpiece. Wallington’s Head Gardener will show you the ropes, promising an enjoyable and sociable morning with full demonstration and support. All materials will be provided.
So, get booking your wreath-making experience now and make sure to tag us at @visitnorthumberlnad or use #visitnorthumberland if you share your masterpiece on social media!