“Spring is nature’s way of saying, ‘Let’s Party!’” – Robin Williams
Blossom bursts, treats abound and light and joy descends. Escape to Somerset for that soul soaring spring feeling...
New season energy is coursing through the earth, rousing the bluebells and swelling the tulips. Bees buzz as the weather warms and the resident newts have awoken, wending their way to Kitchen Garden ponds and turning on the charm to attract a mate.
Our teams are tending spectacular succulents as we put final RHS Chelsea Flower Show plans in place, and chefs conjure creative dishes with wild garlic, spring greens, glasshouse tomatoes, peas, elderflower and the season’s star: asparagus.
With Easter holidays in touching distance, visitors can expect Hare Hunts, fresh faced arrivals on the farm and activities from tree climbing to crafting. Culminating in four days of merrymaking celebrations over Easter Weekend. Be sure to join us in the gardens to keep up with all the fun.
What’s on in Spring
Our favourite season sees the return of our summer hours, darling buds and waking life. Visit in spring for feel-good activities for all the family, a brand new Somerset Safari and a flurry of blooming marvellous events: Easter, Garden Day Weekend, Great Garden Escape day trips and more.
Hort Course: House Plants
2, 17, 31 April, 10am - 3pm / £150
Learn tips and tricks to ensure your houseplants thrive with our indoor gardening experts. Gain invaluable knowledge from perfect positioning to propagation and plant up a selection of species to take home.
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Easter Holidays
4 - 21 April
We’re keeping members of all ages inspired and entertained for the duration of the holidays. Shops and eateries will be brimming with treats, little ones can race around on a Hare Hunt and there’s a chance to Meet the Lambs. Easter Weekend itself will be a celebratory four days, filled with BBQs, Tractor Tours, creative crafting, live music and more!
Yin Yoga & Breathwork
4, 11, 18, 25 April, 9.30am -10.30am / £30
Start Friday on the right foot, with a meditative yin yoga and breathwork session for all levels. You’ll connect mind, body and breath for a holistic approach to health and happiness.
Spring Tree Climbing
5, 12, 19, 20 April, 10am - 4pm (1-hour slots) / £20
Get up close to nature and our majestic giants on a family tree climbing adventure in the Deer Park. We’ve teamed up with the Great Big Tree Climbing Company to offer a safe and fun way to enjoy an age-old tradition and enjoy the gardens from a new perspective.
Hort Shorts: Spring Bulbs
9, 16 April, 10am - 12pm / £50
Discover the secrets of creating spring colour in your garden with our expert team. We’ll cover all the tips and tricks to ensure success with bulbs, including which cultivars to select, how to group plants, and care for them.
Somerset Safari
10 April & 6, 9 May, 9.30am - 12.30pm / £50
Join our resident ecologist Tom, to get closer to the wild things on our Somerset estate. Enjoy a deep dive into the natural world and gain practical advice on how to enhance your own outdoor space for precious pollinators and spineless wonders, to protect and promote essential biodiversity.
Dawn Walk: Chelsea Secrets
1, 22 May, 7am - 10am / £45
Awake to the sounds of the estate and allow Arthur Cole to guide you through the gardens, while learning all about this year’s collaboration with our South African sister estate, Babylonstoren, at RHS Chelsea. Culminating in a hearty breakfast at the Garden Café.
Dry Stone Walling
8, 22 May, 9.30am - 4pm / £150
Master the fundamentals of this ancient rural craft under the expert guidance of Tom Trouton. You’ll learn about history, design and practical elements and take away the knowledge to create an array of structures from fire pits to paving and water features.
Botany Watercolours
10, 17 May, 9.30am - 3pm
Wander the gardens for abundant inspiration to develop your botanical painting skills. You’ll gather a variety of spring specimens to paint under the guidance of established wildlife artist, Camilla Clutterbuck, before capping off the day with lunch at the Garden Café.
Garden Day Weekend
3 - 5 May, included in membership
Your chance to don a flower crown and raise a glass to our Somerset garden in bloom. We’ll have three days of BBQs, tipples, treats, live music, plant sales, tours and more as we put on a floriferous feast.
Spring Flavour
Now’s the time to reawaken tastebuds with a deluge of fresh spring flavours. From estate lamb to seasonal bakes (special mention to our cyder-infused hot cross buns!), there’s a bumper drop of deliciousness in our Farm Shops and online perfect for Easter Weekend feasting, gifting and entertaining.
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