Rose Castle Wreath Making Workshop & Festive Feast

Christmas Wreath Making

Join Liz and Ruth from Rose Castle's friendly gardening team as they guide you step-by-step in creating a beautiful, bespoke Christmas wreath for your home. Using fragrant evergreens, seasonal berries, seedheads, and a wonderful selection of natural materials gathered from the Rose Castle gardens, you'll craft a festive wreath that's uniquely your own.

Please bring a pair of secateurs (or strong scissors) and a pair of gardening gloves. Everything else you need will be provided. If you'd like to personalise your wreath even further, you're very welcome to bring along special foliage, decorations, or other festive touches from your own garden or Christmas collection.

At the end of the workshop, you'll leave with a stunning handmade wreath that will be the envy of friends and family throughout the festive season.

Festive Feast

After a joyful morning of wreath making, settle in for a delicious seasonal lunch prepared by our Head Chef, Noel. Showcasing the very best flavours of the season, the menu features comforting festive favourites, hearty savoury dishes, and indulgent sweet treats—perfect for sharing and celebrating the magic of Christmas together.

Lunch is served in the magnificent State Drawing Room, where you'll dine surrounded by exquisite 18th-century hand-painted Chinoiserie wall coverings. With crackling log fires glowing in the historic stone fireplaces, it's a wonderfully atmospheric setting in which to relax, unwind, and savour both exceptional food and the timeless beauty of Rose Castle.

Your Day at a Glance

£90 per person

9:00am – Arrive at Rose Castle and enjoy tea, coffee and biscuits in the historic Dining Room.

9:15am – Christmas wreath workshop begins.

12:00pm – Celebrate your creations with a warming glass of mulled wine.

12:15pm – Take your seat for a sumptuous festive feast in the magnificent State Drawing Room.

2:30pm – Depart with your handcrafted wreath and wonderful festive memories.

Accessibility: There is disabled access to all ground floor and first floor areas of the castle, including the State Dining Room (called the "Chinese Room" for its Chinoiserie hand-painted wallpaper). 

Dietary requirements: Prior to the event you will receive a form which asks for any dietary requirements. If you would like to discuss your requirements further, please email hello@rosecastle.com or call us on 01228 642980.

Dogs: Unfortunately, dogs are not permitted inside Rose Castle or in the formal gardens, for this event.

Parking: There is plenty of free parking space available within the castle grounds. 

Bar: Our bar will be open for the purchase of wine, beer, cider, spirits, cocktails, soft drinks, teas and coffees. Please note that we can only accept card payments.  

Facilities: Toilets and baby changing facilities are located in the castle and will be available for general use.