Trees, wildlife and seasonal beauty

04/07/2026

Become a Victorian botanical explorer and journey through our arboretum to discover remarkable trees from around the world. Follow the trail, stop at each information point to learn fascinating facts, and tick off every tree in your Wardian Case. Can you complete your collection and become a true Victorian plant hunter? Standard Admission Applies

08/08/2026

Back by popular demand!! That 80's Thing have been wowing audiences up and down the UK for 8 years and have played at 100's of corporate events, private parties and weddings. The 4 piece band consist of powerful vocals, soaring guitar, funkin' bass and all important 80s drum sound. Grab your neon socks and tutus and join us for an evening dancing to some party classics.

22/08/2026

Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of fun for the whole family on 22nd & 23rd August! Your ticket gives unlimited access to a full day of exciting activities, including: Giant Inflatable Assault Course Bouncy Castle 5-Hole Mini Golf 5 Fun Garden Games Archery Crafting area ✨ Plus even more to explore!

02/09/2026

Spend a memorable day behind the lens with some of nature’s most impressive hunters. Our Bird of Prey Photography Day is designed especially for amateur photographers who want to improve their skills while enjoying close, responsible encounters with magnificent raptors. Led by two knowledgeable volunteers with a passion for birds of prey, the day is friendly, relaxed, and supportive. You’ll receive practical guidance on camera settings, composition, and timing, with plenty of opportunities to photograph birds both perched and in flight. No pressure, no jargon—just hands-on learning at a comfortable pace. All equipment levels are welcome, from DSLR to mirrorless and bridge cameras. The focus is on enjoyment, learning, and capturing images you’ll be proud of.

30/09/2026

Join expert willow artist Wendy Bristow of Twigs and Sprigs for a creative and festive workshop where you’ll craft your own beautiful willow deer sculpture. Perfect for beginners and experienced crafters alike, this hands-on session will guide you step by step through the process of shaping and weaving natural willow into an elegant decorative piece for your home or garden. Your finished deer will make a wonderful seasonal feature to enjoy throughout Christmas and beyond into the New Year. All materials are provided – just bring a pair of gardening gloves if you wish. The workshop will take place in Thorp Perrow’s delightful Summerhouse overlooking the lake, with refreshments and a light lunch included. A relaxing, creative day in a stunning setting – and a unique sculpture to take home at the end of it.

11/10/2026

Join us for a relaxing Pottery Painting Workshop hosted by Daisy Doodle in our beautiful summerhouse overlooking the private garden. Your workshop experience includes all equipment, glazing, and a choice of four different pots to paint, making it perfect for beginners and experienced creatives alike. As part of your visit, entrance to the Arboretum is also included, giving you the opportunity to enjoy a peaceful autumn walk surrounded by stunning seasonal colour after your workshop. A wonderful way to spend a cosy autumn day creating, relaxing, and enjoying nature.

14/10/2026

Join our immersive specialist workshops designed to build confidence and practical skills in fungal identification, foraging, and conservation, led by Dr Keith Thomas. Participants will take part in a guided foray across the diverse habitats of the Thorp Perrow grounds, discovering and identifying a wide variety of fungi in their natural environments. You’ll have the opportunity to collect and examine samples for further investigation, with an extensive selection available to study. Hands-on sessions allow you to observe key features and practise essential identification techniques, making these workshops ideal for anyone keen to deepen their knowledge of fungi in a real-world setting.

14/11/2026

Step into a magical candle-making experience at Thorp Perrow Arboretum, set within its stunning natural surroundings. Our best-selling, hands-on workshops led by Wicks & Spritz invite you to explore your creativity as you craft your own luxury candle from start to finish. All candles are made using high-quality, plant-based ingredients, ensuring a more natural and sustainable creation. Choose from a selection of seasonal and winter fragrances — from warming cinnamon and orange to fresh pine — then pour your candle, personalise it with festive toppers, and take home your own beautifully handmade masterpiece. Open to all skill levels, this relaxed 2-hour guided workshop includes four fragrances to choose from, refreshments, and free Arboretum entry, making it the perfect creative escape or seasonal treat.

01/05/2027

Set within the beauty of the Summerhouse and overlooking the private garden, this 6-week sound bath journey offers a gently and immersive exploration of sound, meditation and the chakra system. Each week, we will gather together at the same time and place, allowing the experience to unfold naturally across the course. Through guided meditation, crystal singing bowls, gongs, Reiki drumming and chimes, each session invites a deeper connection with different aspects of wellbeing, energy and inner awareness. This is a space to pause, receive, reconnect and journey gently inwards.