Merriments Gardens is inviting guests to get into the festive spirit and create their own Christmas wreath at a hands-on workshop on Saturday 28 November 2026.
Led by Merriments gardener Sarah, the relaxed three-hour course will guide participants as they make a wreath to take home. The £45 ticket also includes tea or coffee, a mince pie and time to enjoy a walk around the gardens.
With a maximum of just 10 participants, the workshop offers an intimate seasonal experience and early booking is recommended. Places must be booked in advance.
Workshop details
- Date: Saturday 28 November 2026
- Time: 9am-12pm
- Price: £45 per person
- Includes: A handmade wreath to take home, tea or coffee, a mince pie and a walk around the gardens
- Capacity: Maximum 10 places
- Booking: Advance booking required on the Merriments website
Set just off the A21 before the village of Hurst Green, Merriments is an easy-to-reach countryside escape in East Sussex. The workshop gives visitors the chance to combine a festive activity with seasonal refreshments and time in the four-acre gardens.
To book: Places are limited to 10 and must be reserved in advance online at https://merrimentsgardens.co.uk/news-and-events/christmas-wreath-making-workshop/
The gardens and Conservatory Café are open daily throughout the year. Visitors can enjoy the café without purchasing garden admission; standard garden admission is £8 for adults, while children under 15 enter free.
Since the site was acquired by Caravan Tech, a well-established family-run business, Merriments has undergone extensive renovation, including the opening of a new conservatory café. Visitors can now combine a garden walk with freshly prepared food and drink in a relaxed countryside setting.
Location
Merriments Gardens, Hawkhurst Road, Hurst Green, Etchingham, East Sussex TN19 7RA. Visit merrimentsgardens.co.uk.
