Plant history: South Terrace planting workshop
Play your part and add to the history of Kingston Lacy's planting schemes. Spend the morning with one of our Senior Gardeners to discover the history of the South Terrace and help plant the summer bedding.
- Booking essential
- Admission applies
Book now to plant history. Join one of our Senior Gardeners for exclusive access planting this year's glorious summer bedding.
On Thursday 6 June from 9.45am-12pm help shape this summer's planting displays in the Formal Garden. Discover and learn how you can plant beautiful summer displays with climate and sustainability in mind. Position and plant the South Terrace flowers, adding to Kingston Lacy's historical planting records.
Spaces are limited and tickets are £10 per person. Please note this does not include standard entry to Kingston Lacy.
If you are a member please have your membership card ready to be scanned. If you are a non-member please note you will need to pay £19 (or gift aid admission £21), for standard admission to the property.
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call 0344 249 1895 This ticket does not include entry into Kingston Lacy.
- Suitability
Adults over 18 years old
- Meeting point
Please meet our Senior Gardener at Visitor Reception
- What to bring and wear
Please wear suitable clothing and footwear for gardening such as sturdy boots . You will be based outside so please dress appropriately for the weather.
- Accessibility
This event requires good physical ability as it includes bending and kneeling on grass and soil. This event may not be suitable for everyone. If you would like to attend and would like to discuss your access requirements, please call 01202 883402.
- Other
Refreshments not included.
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