Events

‘An Apple A Day’ Drawing Workshop

In this workshop we will be exploring ‘chiaroscuro’, or the study of light and shade and the ways that this can make objects appear three dimensional on paper. The ‘objects’ will be apples – we have lots of those at Hill Close Gardens! Rather than creating a finished composition, you will work on a study

Pre-School Grow, Explore and Learn Outdoors

Our monthly Drop-In for pre-school children and their parents/carers. We focus on being outdoors, exploring the gardens, celebrating the changing seasons and the mini creatures and birds that live here. Please dress for the outdoors – wellies are always a good idea! £4 per child over 2yrs, siblings £1 09.30am – 11.00am

Apple & Country Fair Weekend 12th & 13th Oct

Our annual celebration of our apple harvest. A range of stall holders to explore and plenty of cake! Normal opening hours – 11.00am – 5.00pm both days.

Master Composter Workshop

This event is exclusively for Hill Close Garden Volunteers. Exciting news! We’re partnering with Garden Organic to offer a free Master Composter training workshop. This is a fantastic opportunity to deepen your understanding of composting and share your newfound passion with our local community! 10am – 4pm. Please click here to learn more and to register. .

Chrysanthemum Day

In aid of the National Gardens Scheme and Plant Heritage. Admission takings will be donated to NGS. Normal opening times 11:00am – 4.00pm.

Hedgehog Day – Family Event

Hedgehog Day will be a super snuffling event! Can you find our spiky friends hiding in the gardens? 10.00am – 1.00pm £5 per child

Volunteers’ and Members’ Get Together

A chance to hear the latest news and meet your fellow Hill Close supporters. 10.00am – 12.00pm Please register your attendance here.

Pre-School Grow, Explore and Learn Outdoors

Our monthly Drop-In for pre-school children and their parents/carers. We focus on being outdoors, exploring the gardens, celebrating the changing seasons and the mini creatures and birds that live here. Please dress for the outdoors – wellies are always a good idea! £4 per child over 2yrs, siblings £1 09.30am – 11.00am

Christmas Volunteer Lunch

A chance to get together and celebrate the year at Hill Close and all that we have achieved in 2024! 12:00 – 2.00pm Click here to buy your ticket.

Pre-School Grow, Explore and Learn Outdoors

Our monthly Drop-In for pre-school children and their parents/carers. We focus on being outdoors, exploring the gardens, celebrating the changing seasons and the mini creatures and birds that live here. Please dress for the outdoors – wellies are always a good idea! £4 per child over 2yrs, siblings £1 9.30am – 11.00am