Dorothy Clive Garden

Stories of the Season- Weekly Walk & Talk
2026-08-14 11:00 - 11:45, 2026-08-21 11:00 - 11:45, 2026-08-28 11:00 - 11:45 (Europe/London) | Dorothy Clive Garden, Willoughbridge, Market Drayton, Shropshire, TF9 4EU, United Kingdom
Stories of the Season
Weekly Walk & Talk at Dorothy Clive Gardens
Step into the garden and discover how it changes through the year.
Join us for Stories of the Season, a relaxed 45-minute guided walk exploring seasonal highlights, plants, and the stories nature tells as the garden evolves.
🕚 Every Friday at 11am⏱️ Duration: 45 minutes📍 Location: Dorothy Clive Gardens📍 Meet-up point: The Bryan Mayer Pavilion
🌿 Free for members🌿 Non-members: garden admission applies
🌸 No rush. No pressure. Just seasonal stories, shared weekly.
Click Here To Book
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/whats-on?q=stories%20of%20the%20season

Songs for a Summer Evening With Hannah
2026-08-14 18:00 - 20:00
Join vocalist and pianist Hannah for Songs for a Summer Evening — a relaxed golden-hour concert set in the beautiful surroundings of The Dorothy Clive Garden.
As the evening light softens over the garden, enjoy an intimate performance of acoustic favourites from artists such as Joni Mitchell, Fleetwood Mac and Eva Cassidy. This gentle summer concert is designed to be a peaceful and atmospheric way to spend a summer evening, surrounded by nature and music.
The performance area will open from 5:30pm, allowing time to settle in and enjoy the setting before the concert begins at 6:00pm. Audience members are welcome to arrive at the garden earlier in the day if you wish and make the most of the gardens before the event.
Seating for the concert is informal and unallocated, and you are encouraged to bring blankets to make yourselves comfortable while enjoying the performance.
Picnics are welcome, or visitors can purchase food and drinks from the Garden Tearoom, which will be open during the evening.
The concert will include a 20-minute interval, giving you time to stretch your legs, enjoy refreshments, and soak up the beautiful evening atmosphere.
As this is an outdoor event, guests are encouraged to dress appropriately for the weather. This special summer performance promises a relaxed mix of well-loved acoustic songs in a truly magical garden setting — the perfect way to unwind as the sun begins to set.
Places are limited to keep the concert intimate, so early booking is recommended.
We look forward to welcoming you for a memorable evening of music at The Dorothy Clive Garden.

To book head to the below link!-
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/hannah-grace-music/t-qmmxvvg

Charity Singathon
2026-08-16 10:00 - 16:30
We’re delighted to be launching our first ever Charity Singathon at the beautiful Dorothy Clive Garden – and we’d love you to be part of it!
This joyful day of singing is all about bringing people together while raising money for two wonderful causes: Dementia UK and Willoughbridge Garden Trust. All money raised will be shared equally between the two charities.
Think of it as a big, feel-good singalong. No auditions, no rehearsals, no sheet music and absolutely no pressure – just lots of familiar songs, plenty of laughter and a room full of people enjoying music together. Whether you love to sing or just fancy giving it a go, everyone is very welcome.
Throughout the day we’ll be running three relaxed 90-minute singing sessions, each with a different theme. You’re welcome to book onto one session, come along to two, or stay and sing all day – it’s entirely up to you! We ask for a ​donation towards each session. We suggest £10 per session ​or £22 ​for all three. We would ​accept any donation, please pay what you can afford. We suggest a price of £5 per session for children under the age of 18.

10:00am – Songs from the 60s 😁
1:00pm – One Hit Wonders 🥇
3:00pm – Stage & Screen
Bring a friend (or a few!) and come and enjoy a lovely day of music in a beautiful setting. There’s something quite magical about a group of people singing together – and we promise you’ll leave feeling uplifted!
Doors will open 30 minutes before each session, and you’re very welcome to spend time enjoying the gardens between workshops. Your ticket price includes entry to the garden for the full day. There will also be a raffle and refreshments available throughout the day.
For non-members of the garden, some of your donation will include the cost of your entry to the garden for the day.
The event is accessible and suitable for all ages. Children under 5 do not require a ticket, and anyone 18 or under must be accompanied by an adult.
🎶 We’d absolutely love to see you there! 🎶

Head to the below link to book!
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/hannah-grace-music/singathon-sponsored-sing-in-aid-of-dementia-uk-and-the-dorothy-clive-garden/e-grxmpp

Children's Music Club
2026-08-18 10:00 - 2026-08-20 12:00
Children are invited to join us in the Summer Holidays for three creative mornings of music-making in the beautiful surroundings of Dorothy Clive Garden.
This relaxed and fun-filled club will give young musicians the chance to sing together, play instruments, take part in musical games, and create imaginative soundscapes inspired by the garden environment. Children will explore rhythm, sound and creativity while working together in a small, supportive group. Children do not need any previous experience or abilities in music.
The sessions will be led by our Education Officer and resident musician Hannah Grace, who will guide the group through a range of fun musical activities designed to build confidence and encourage creativity.
The club runs across three mornings from 10am–12pm, giving children time to develop ideas and make music together over the course of the week.

Suitable for ages: 5–10
Group size: Maximum 10 children
Dates: 18th August, 19th August, 20th August
Times: 10am – 12pm

How To Book
Please email info@dorothyclivegarden.co.uk to book your space!

Price: £30 per child plus a one off adult entry for all three sessions to be paid on the day
Please note: One adult must remain on site for all children.

Plant Hunters Fair- Special One Off Fundraising Event
2026-08-30 10:00 - 17:00
Location: Dorothy Clive Garden
Join us for our popular Plant Hunters’ Fair, featuring a wonderful selection of stalls from top specialist and award-winning nurseries. Choose from thousands of plants and be inspired by RHS medal winners and National Collection holders, alongside knowledgeable plants-people, designers, and artisans.

Our Plant Hunters Fair is organised specifically to raise funds for the charity to continue to operate and maintain the gardens during the winter season.

About Dorothy Clive Garden
The Dorothy Clive Garden is a charitable garden trust, established in 1958 by Colonel Harry Clive in memory of his wife, Dorothy.
The garden exists for the benefit and enjoyment of the general public and is continually maintained and developed in her memory.
One Off Garden Entry Price on the Day
Adults: £5.00
Children (5–17): £2.00
Children under 5: FREE
Members: FREE
Tearoom
Our garden Tearoom and additional catering facilities are provided throughout the event, serving delicious homemade food and refreshments. A reduced menu is provided on the day due to the expected demand levels.
To book tickets please go to
https://www.ticketsource.com/whats-on?q=dorothy+clive+plant

Plant Hunters Fair- Special One Off Fundraising Event
2026-08-31 10:00 - 17:00
Location: Dorothy Clive Garden
Join us for our popular Plant Hunters’ Fair, featuring a wonderful selection of stalls from top specialist and award-winning nurseries. Choose from thousands of plants and be inspired by RHS medal winners and National Collection holders, alongside knowledgeable plants-people, designers, and artisans.

Our Plant Hunters Fair is organised specifically to raise funds for the charity to continue to operate and maintain the gardens during the winter season.

About Dorothy Clive Garden
The Dorothy Clive Garden is a charitable garden trust, established in 1958 by Colonel Harry Clive in memory of his wife, Dorothy.
The garden exists for the benefit and enjoyment of the general public and is continually maintained and developed in her memory.
One Off Garden Entry Price on the Day
Adults: £5.00
Children (5–17): £2.00
Children under 5: FREE
Members: FREE
Tearoom
Our garden Tearoom and additional catering facilities are provided throughout the event, serving delicious homemade food and refreshments. A reduced menu is provided on the day due to the expected demand levels.

To book please go to
https://www.ticketsource.com/whats-on?q=dorothy+clive+plant

Lampshade Making Workshop with Textiles Designer Natalie Laura Ellen
2026-09-12 10:30 - 12:30, 2026-09-12 13:30 - 15:00
Come and learn how to make your own lampshade with Textiles Designer Natalie Laura Ellen at the beautiful Dorothy Clive Garden.
During this relaxed Two hour workshop, Natalie will teach you everything you need to create your own professional 30cm drum lampshade. On the day, choose whether you’d like to make a shade with a lamp or pendant fitting and pick your fabric from a selection of nature inspired prints, all designed by Natalie.
Workshop numbers are limited to 8 people, which will ensure lots of one-to-one teaching time per person and a lovely group atmosphere.
Ticket includes:

All materials required to make a 30cm lampshade – you’ll make your own lampshade at the workshop and take it home with you!
Fabric for your project (if you have something specific in mind to match your decor just get in touch)
Use of Natalie’s tools
Tips and tricks from Natalie’s many years experience making drum lampshades
refreshments provided

Please Note-
Entry to the Garden is an addition to the course fee and will be payable on the gate. Please refer to our ‘Visit Us’ tab and ‘Day Tickets’ on the dropdown.
SPECIAL OFFER!
If you’d like to bring a friend along, Natalie is offering Two tickets for £100 which is a saving of £5 per ticket. Choose this option at checkout.
Gift vouchers also available.
Head to the below link to book you tickets-
https://www.natalielauraellen.com/shop/beginners-lampshade-workshop-647la-76t4m-xn5es-rw4kt
If you have any questions at all, don’t hesitate to get in touch at natalielauraellen@gmail.com.

Sunday Lecture- Autumn into Winter and Early Spring
2026-09-13 11:00 - 13:00
This presentation covers from September until late March the following spring looking at a wide range of plants that provide colour in many different forms from foliage to berries, bulbs through herbaceous to Alpines and Shrubs. Many of the images are from John Massey’s garden at Ashwood Nurseries. Plants are captioned for easy identification, and the presentation concludes with a musical magical tour through six months in just 4 minutes!
Howard Drury is a Horticultural Broadcaster, Speaker, Lecturer, Writer, Adviser, and Consultant who will be presenting a fascinating talk on garden-worthy plants with striking leaf colour, focusing on species that are not simply mixed variegation with green foliage. This lecture is specially aimed at keen, plant-focused groups and promises to inspire both seasoned gardeners and enthusiasts alike.
Drawing on decades of horticultural experience—from training at Edinburgh Botanic Garden and presenting on Central TV’s Gardening Time, to running gardening clubs, writing, and leading gardening holidays worldwide—Howard uses the latest projection and audio technology to make his talks immersive, memorable, and educational.
Join us for this engaging session as part of the Dorothy Clive Garden Sunday Lecture series and explore the beauty and diversity of leaf colour in the garden.

To book tickets please email info@dorothyclivegarden.co.uk

Pen and Watercolour Workshop With Kate Dawes
2026-09-17 10:00 - 13:00
Spend three hours creating beautiful botanicals in pen and watercolour with Kate Dawes. A relaxed pen & watercolour workshop. Suitable for all abilities.
Small workshop – max 12 people.
Kate will show you different techniques of pen drawing, along with how to overlay with ‘dry’ watercolour to create beautiful botanical art. All materials are provided.
She will offer support and guidance to help everyone develop their personal style, understand composition, colour mixing, and achieve a more confident approach to art.
Kate will bring flowers and foliage to work from, and we plan to go into the garden to try out pen drawing techniques and to inspire you to create A4 botanical artworks to take home with you.
Suitable for all abilities from absolute beginners to the more experienced artist, who would like to try a new technique and approach to art. All materials supplied.
** please note – Entry to the Garden is an addition to the course fee (£14 garden entrance fee or £26 annual membership) and will be payable on the gate. Please refer to Day Passes | Dorothy Clive Garden

to book go to –
https://katedawesstudio.com/products/pen-and-watercolour-workshop-dorothy-clive-garden-thursday-17-september-2026-3-hours

Vintage Day
2026-09-19 10:00 - 16:30
Step back in time and join us for a special Vintage Day at Dorothy Clive Garden, with traditional entertainment, fascinating wartime history and garden games throughout the day.
Timetable
11:00- 11:45 Dorothy Clive Choir & Hannah Grace – Olive Barn
Join our very own Dorothy Clive Choir and resident musician Hannah Grace in the Olive Barn for vintage classics !
12:00pm – Trent River Big Band – Olive Barn
Enjoy the sounds of the Trent River Big Band as they bring classic big band favourites to life in the beautiful setting of the Olive Barn. Sit back, relax and enjoy an hour of live music, with a fantastic selection of vintage-inspired tunes and timeless favourites.
1.00pm – Green Man Morris Dancers in the Woodland Pavilion
Enjoy a lively performance from the Green Man Morris Dancers, bringing traditional music and dance to the Garden.
2.00pm – Emma Spenser: The Land Army & ‘Dig for Victory’
Join Emma Spenser for an interesting talk exploring the Women’s Land Army and the ‘Dig for Victory’ campaign during the Second World War.
Throughout the Day – Traditional Garden Games
Have a go at a selection of traditional garden games and enjoy a day of vintage-inspired fun for all ages.

Please refer to our “Visit” tab then “Day Ticket” page for entry prices.

Sunday Lecture- 'Chemistry in The Garden'
2026-10-11 11:00 - 13:00
Do geopolitics threaten your geums?
Might daffodils be lurking in your drug cabinet?
Can plants help carbon be car-gone?

Katherine Haxton, Senior Lecturer in Chemistry at Keele University will present a talk on the chemistry that stalks the garden. We will look at how the overlap of the molecular and gardening worlds make better medicines, tastier food and enable us to tackle several key global challenges.
Based on over two decades of teaching chemistry to a wide range of audiences and collecting eclectic chemical facts, Katherine will give a gentle introduction to how chemistry enables our gardens to flourish.

To book tickets please email info@dorothyclivegarden.co.uk

Pumpkin Trail
2026-10-24 10:00 - 2026-10-25 15:30
🎃🍂 Pumpkin Trail 🍂🎃
This autumn, join us for a Spooktacular Pumpkin Trail!
Explore a trail filled with pumpkins and enjoy the magic of the season with family and friends.
Perfect for all ages – spot the pumpkins, solve fun clues along the way, and soak up the Halloween atmosphere
A fun-filled half-term activity that’s sure to get everyone in the autumn spirit!
To book tickets please email info@dorothyclivegarden.co.uk

The Next Chapter at Dorothy Clive Garden
2026-11-01 10:00 - 16:00
Join us at Dorothy Clive Garden as we celebrate the beginning of an exciting new chapter for our Beyond the Garden Arboretum Project.
Following the opening of our new land earlier this year, we are now taking the next step in bringing our vision for the Arboretum to life, with the planting of the very first tree.
Come along and be part of this special moment as we mark the start of the Arboretum and look ahead to how this new space will grow and develop over the years to come.
Our supporters are warmly invited to join us for the celebrations, with refreshments available in the Tearoom throughout the day. Take the opportunity to explore the Garden, meet fellow supporters and celebrate the beginning of this exciting new project with us.

Christmas Craft Fair
2026-11-29 10:00 - 16:30
🎄 Christmas Craft Fair at the Dorothy Clive Garden 🎄
Join us on Saturday 29th November for a festive Christmas Craft Fair set in the beautiful surroundings of the garden. Browse a wonderful selection of handmade gifts, crafts, and seasonal treats—perfect for Christmas shopping
🎟️ Tickets to follow soon
If you are a maker or artisan and would like to book a stall, please email:📧 info@dorothyclivegarden.co.uk
We look forward to welcoming you for a festive day out! ✨
To book tickets please email info@dorothyclivegarden.co.uk

Christmas Lunch
2026-12-06 13:00 - 16:00
Enjoy a traditional 3 course Christmas lunch in a cosy festive atmosphere ( menu to follow )
Arrival 12.45pm for a 1.00pm serving
Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Celiac, Vegetarian and Vegan catered for please advise of any dietary requirements upon making a booking.
Nuts are used in our Kitchen
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation up to 1 week before the event a full refund will be given.
Cancellation less than 1 week before the event – we will endeavour to re-sell but if we are unable to no refund will be given.

To book tickets please email info@dorothyclivegarden.co.uk

Festive Afternoon Tea
2026-12-13 13:00 - 16:00
Enjoy a festive Afternoon Tea in a cosy festive atmosphere. Arrival from 12.45 to be seated for 1.00pm when Festive Afternoon Tea is served – ONLY 1 SERVING AT 1.00PM. Booking is essential. (menu to follow)
To book – email info@dorothyclivegarden.co.uk or call 01630 647237

Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Celiac, Vegetarian and Vegan catered for please advise of any dietary requirements upon making a booking.

Nuts are used in our Kitchen
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation up to 1 week before the event a full refund will be given.

Cancellation less than 1 week before the event – we will endeavour to re-sell but if we are unable to no refund will be given.

Christmas Carol Service
2026-12-20 12:00 - 15:00
Join us for a Festive Carol Service with Hannah Grace Music and the Dorothy Clive Garden Choir in the cosy Bryan Mayer Pavilion!

Cost: £5 per person
Max 50 places
Our Tearoom will be open for lunch served 12.00pm to 2.00pm and refreshments before the performance. Get a FREE Mince Pie with every hot beverage purchased upon production of a ticket for the Carol Service.
Tickets available soon!
