Rose Weekend

Take a walk through our rose arbour with experts from the renowned David Austin and our Head of Plants, who will be talking all about our different rose varieties, from how to choose the right rose for your garden all the way through to how to nurture and care for them, ensuring your plants thrive and flower. We are very proud to house the largest collection of David Austin Roses outside of their own gardens in Shropshire. With over 150 roses to choose from, join us to truly immerse yourself and learn in our Rose Garden.

Our Walking Rose Talks will take place at 11am, 1pm and 3pm. There is no need to book, all are welcome to join on the day.

David Austin have been breeding roses for over sixty years. Universally loved by gardeners all around the world, they are synonymous with beautiful, exuberant English roses; but have you ever wondered about the man behind the name or what it takes to create a new rose? Take a seat with the David Austin team as they discuss their history, heritage, what goes into developing the roses we all love and how best to care for them.

History, heritage and care, seated talks; 12pm and 2pm along our Rose Arbour.

If you’re looking for some special advice for your roses at home or how to work naturally in your garden with companion planting, our friendly team will be on hand to de-mystify and help with all your rose related queries, as well as any other gardening questions.

Naturally, our celebrations will grow throughout the store…pamper garden-weary hands with our Bath and Body collection scented with delicate rose fragrances. Indulge in tasters of Folc English Rosé Wine, sample sweet rosy delights in our Food Hall and Café and take a break in the shade of our blooming plants area with a spot of artisan gelato.