This spring, join us for our workshops as part of Spring Spectacular and discover a new skill.
From the opportunity to personalise your very own bird box to a session on how to create your wild crown using materials sourced from our stunning gardens, explore our workshop options below.
When
05 - 26 May 2025
11 - 15.30Ticketing information
Included in all admission tickets.
Places are limited and only children can make the craft. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Separate ticket (advance booking required)
Bird box decorating
Decorate a bird box with the fun craft technique of decoupage, personalising your bird box for Spring.
Maximum capacity of 15 children.
Date: Monday 05 May 2025
Session times: 11:00, 12:00, 13:30, 14:30 and 15:30
Location: In the Clore Learning Centre. Please queue at the blackboard in the Stable Yard
Price: Included in all admission tickets
Wear a wild crown
Create a floral crown using natural materials from the gardens. Learn how to craft your very own eco-friendly masterpiece and let your imagination flourish in this fun family workshop.
Maximum capacity of 15 children.
Date: Monday 26 May 2025
Session times: 11:00, 12:00, 13:30, 14:30 and 15:30
Location: In the Clore Learning Centre. Please queue at the blackboard in the Stable Yard
Price: Included in all admission tickets
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- Events
- Things to see
- Families
- Easter
Spring Spectacular
An extravaganza of buds, bulbs and blooms in Hillsborough Castle's stunning gardens.
- 15 March - 05 May 2025
- In line with gardens opening hours
- Hillsborough Castle
- Included in all admission tickets (Members go free)
- Families
Mums Go Free
Treat your mum to the perfect day out this Mothering Sunday weekend.
- 29 - 30 March 2025
- In line with gardens opening hours
- Hillsborough Castle
- Included in gardens admission (Members go free)
- Tours and talks
- Events
Garden Workshops
Join our expert gardeners in workshops and explore Hillsborough Castle's historic gardens.
- Selected dates from 15 March to 04 September
- 10.30 - 12.30
- Hillsborough Castle
- Separate ticket (advance booking required)
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