Ness Botanic Gardens

15/02/2025

🌿✨ Family Snowdrop Workshop – Only £5 per Child! ✨🌿

Looking for a fun half-term activity? Join us for a magical snowdrop-themed workshop! ❄️🌸

👣 Enjoy a short guided walk to spot beautiful snowdrops and sketch their unique shapes.
🎨 Head indoors to discover snowdrop folklore and create your own snowdrop painting to take home!

📅 Date: Wednesday 19 February 2025
🕥 Times: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM & 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
💰 Only £5 per child – a great way to keep them entertained this half term!

Spaces are limited—book now! https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/ness-gardens/whats-on/painting-snowdrops/

14/02/2025

Happy Valentines Day! If you’ve just gotten engaged, Ness could be the perfect spot to celebrate your love story! Imagine saying "I do" in a beautiful venue that’s as unique as your relationship.
Whether you're dreaming of an intimate ceremony or a grand celebration, Ness can be the backdrop to your happily ever after.

13/02/2025

12/02/2025

🌿❄️ Half Term at Ness Gardens! ❄️🌿

Looking for family fun this half term? Join us at Ness Gardens for magical activities in the great outdoors!

🐦🔍 Bird Ringing Demonstration | Mon 17 Feb | 10:30 AM – 2 PM
See expert bird ringers in action and learn all about our feathered friends – included with admission!

👑✨ The Snow Queen Family Trail | Sat 15 Feb – Mon 3 March
Explore an enchanting trail through the gardens – included with admission!

🎨🌱 Family Workshop: Painting Snowdrops | Wed 19 Feb
Get creative with a beautiful snowdrop-themed painting session and guided tour! Pre-booking required. https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/ness-gardens/whats-on/painting-snowdrops/

Don’t miss out on a fantastic half-term adventure! 🍃✨

11/02/2025

Bulbous beauties! 🌱

Spotlight on some quiet signs of spring popping up around the garden:

1) Eranthis hyemalis (winter aconite)
2) Narcissus cyclamineus (cyclamen-flowered daffodil)
3) Scilla mischtschenkoana (Misczenko squill)
4) Leucojum vernum (spring snowflake)

10/02/2025

🌿 Botanical Bliss: A One-Day Wellbeing Retreat 🌿

Step away from the daily hustle and immerse yourself in a rejuvenating one-day retreat designed to refresh your mind, body, and soul. 💆‍♀️✨

🌸 When: Friday, 7 March | 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM
🌿 Where: Ness Botanic Gardens

✨ What's in store?
🌳 Forest Bathing Workshop – Reconnect with nature in a guided woodland experience with Journeys In Nature.
🧘‍♀️ Pilates Session – Stretch, strengthen & energize with the Liverpool Sport Team.
🎶 Sound Bath Experience – Let the soothing vibrations melt away stress with Alta Sound.

🍃 No experience needed—just bring yourself & enjoy!

💚 Includes: Morning refreshments, a healthy lunch & 3 workshops.
🎟️ Cost: £65 for members | £70 for non-members

✨ Give yourself the gift of self-care. Secure your spot now! https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/ness-gardens/whats-on/botanical-bliss/



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08/02/2025

🎨❄️ Painting Snowdrops – A Family Workshop ❄️🎨

Join us at Ness Botanic Gardens for a magical family workshop where you’ll discover and paint the delicate beauty of snowdrops! 🌿✨

🖌️ What to Expect:
👀 Guided tour to observe snowdrops up close
✏️ Sketching session along the way
📖 Learn about snowdrop folklore
🎨 Create your own snowdrop painting to take home!

📅 Date & Times:
📍 Wednesday 19 February 2025
⏰ 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM OR 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
📍 Meet outside the visitor centre

🎟️ Pre-booking required!
💰 £5 per child (plus garden admission)
👧 For children aged 5+ (must be accompanied by an adult)

Spots are limited – book now for a creative adventure in nature! 🍃🎨
https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/ness-gardens/whats-on/painting-snowdrops/

04/02/2025

❄️👑 Half-term Family Trail 👑❄️

Join us for the Snow Queen Family Trail this February half-term and be enchanted by the delicate beauty of snowdrops in our breath-taking gardens! 🌿✨

📅 Dates: Saturday 15 February – Monday 3 March 2025
📍 Location: Our magical gardens- Ness Botanic Gardens
🎨 Bring a pencil or crayons to make the most of your trail experience – or pick one up from our shop!

Wander through charming pathways, spot the snowdrops, and enjoy a fun-filled adventure for the whole family. ❄️👣

Don’t miss out – a magical journey awaits! 🌨️❄️All included in your garden admission.

03/02/2025

Join us on our Introduction to Gardening course 🌺🌼

Are you ready to dig in and discover the joy of gardening? Whether you have a tiny balcony or a large backyard, our Introduction to Gardening course will help you learn the basics of planting, caring for, and nurturing your own garden. You’ll gain hands-on experience and expert tips on soil, seeds and plants. You'll even learn how to combat pests and common problems.

The six-week course is perfect for beginners or anyone looking to refresh their skills. We'll set you up for gardening success in no time. Bring your curiosity and let's grow together!

Dates

The course is taking place across six consecutive Wednesdays, from Wednesday 26 February until Wednesday 2 April.
Cost

The cost of the course is £200 for members and £240 for non-members.

Follow the link for further booking information:

https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/ness-gardens/whats-on/classes-and-workshops/introduction-to-gardening/

30/01/2025

🍎 There are still spaces available for our fruit pruning course on Saturday 🍏

Whether you're a beginner or just need a refresher, this workshop will get you pruning with confidence.

Apple, pears and many soft fruits such as currants and gooseberries all benefit from pruning in the winter to ensure a good cycle of fruiting stems. Plants that are not pruned become less productive and congested with older branches.

We'll start with an introduction covering the basics of what, where, when, why and how you prune fruit. You'll then head out into the gardens for some practical experience.

The workshop is suitable for anyone aged 18 or above who's interested in gardening. Please bring a pair of secateurs and gardening gloves if you have them.
Dates and times

The fruit pruning workshop is taking place on Saturday 1 February 2025, from 10am-3pm.

Cost
Each class costs £40 for members and £45 for non-members.

Interested? Book your place via our online store

https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/ness-gardens/whats-on/classes-and-workshops/fruit-pruning/

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30/01/2025

🌟 Volunteer Opportunity: Join Our Little Acorns Programme! 🌟

Do you:
🌿 Love spending time outdoors?
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Have experience working with children and families?
🔥 Feel comfortable supervising an outdoor fire pit?
🍡 Enjoy helping families toast marshmallows over the fire?

If you’re free on Thursday mornings and this sounds like something you’d enjoy, we’d love to hear from you!

Visit our Volunteer Page on our website for more information and to get involved. Let’s create memorable experiences together!



https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/ness-gardens/support-us/volunteer/

29/01/2025

🌲✨ Forest Bathing Workshops ✨🌲

Forest bathing, or shinrin-yoku, is a Japanese practice that invites you to slow down and engage with nature in a mindful way—no hiking or fitness required. Just pure relaxation and grounding in serene woodland settings. 🍃🌳

🎁 Benefits of Forest Bathing:
🌟 Reduces stress and anxiety
🌟 Boosts mood and creativity
🌟 Improves focus and sleep
🌟 Strengthens immune health

📆 Sunday 9 March
📆Saturday 5 April
📆Saturday 24 May

Sessions run from 10.30-12.30

Book here or via link in bio- https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/ness-gardens/whats-on/forest-bathing/

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28/01/2025

Be sure to pick up a Winter Trail leaflet at the Information Desk on your next visit... This handy guide provides a run-down of some of the fantastic winter interest plants growing around the garden! ❄🌿

📸 Snowdrops basking in the winter sun

27/01/2025

The calm after the many storms! The gardens are open again today. There has been some hard work over the weekend by our gardeners and tree surgeons, to make them safe for Visitors.
Thanks for your patience 🌲

26/01/2025

Wow! Thank you for all the interest in the foraging walks at Ness Gardens. 🌳🌿

As the March session has sold out we have added new dates!

Limited availability again so please book early to avoid disappointment.

📅 Date: Sunday, 13 April and Saturday, 17 May
🕥 Time: 10:30 AM

🔔 Spaces are limited, so book early to secure your spot and avoid disappointment!

👉 Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn from an expert and explore nature in a whole new way.

For more information and to book tickets visit the Ness Gardens website- https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/ness-gardens/whats-on/learn-at-ness/foraging-walks/

25/01/2025

🌸 Wedding Open Day 🌸
📅 Sunday, 2nd March
⏰ 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Ness Botanic Gardens

Calling all engaged couples! 💍✨ Join us at Ness for a special Wedding Open Day.

Explore our beautiful venue, meet our friendly team, and share your wedding dreams with us. Let’s chat about how we can bring your vision to life and make your big day truly unforgettable.

No appointment needed—just drop in! We can't wait to welcome you and help plan your happily ever after. 💐

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25/01/2025

🌿🌿 Little Acorns 🌿🌿

🌞 Calling all little explorers and their grown-ups! 🌞
Join us every Monday and Thursday morning for an enchanting outdoor pre-school session.

✨ What to expect:
🍃 Nature walks
🎨 Creative crafts
🤸‍♀️ Child-led play in the fresh air

📍 Perfect for nurturing curiosity, creativity, and a love of the great outdoors!

🌟 Reserve your spot now: Visit our website to book your place and let the adventures begin. https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/ness-gardens/whats-on/little-acorns/

Let’s grow together, one little acorn at a time. 🌳

24/01/2025

Unfortunately, Storm Éowyn has caused damage in several areas of the gardens.

The gardens will remain closed on Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 January while essential tree maintenance work is carried out to make the gardens safe again.

Our Visitor Centre and Botanic Kitchen café will be open. If its safe for you to travel feel free to pop in for a cuppa.

Thanks for your understanding.

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