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T E S T I M O N I A L   T U E S D A YDon’t take our word for it. Hear what the students have to say about our courses, u...
23/07/2024

T E S T I M O N I A L T U E S D A Y

Don’t take our word for it. Hear what the students have to say about our courses, us, and our flower school…

“The Sustainable Large Scale Installation Course at the Bath Flower School is something I would highly recommend to anyone looking to strengthen their skills in floristry. Verity and Saffy were both absolutely amazing at encouraging and supporting everyone while clearly explaining mechanics behind the structures. Their kindness and friendliness is so welcoming and their knowledge of the industry is honestly invaluable, I was so grateful of their openness in answering all of our questions. I left feeling really inspired and excited for future projects!” – Isabel walker - Sustainable Large Scale Installations Course



Good Morning Lovelies – Happy Monday!So, it’s officially the first day of the kids summer holiday and in typical style i...
22/07/2024

Good Morning Lovelies – Happy Monday!

So, it’s officially the first day of the kids summer holiday and in typical style it’s a dreary one!! Just like many of you, the juggling act begins. 6 weeks of holding down a business whilst keeping the kids entertained. Not always the easiest but definitely a perk of being self-employed is that you have opportunity to do just that. Things will be a little quieter on here, we’ll be dipping in and out of Insta but will still be sharing some flowery love with you all.

Wishing everyone a fabulous start to the summer. See you on the other side 🤣



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Exciting News! We’re thrilled to announce the relaunch of our website blogs at The Bath Flower School! Get ready to expl...
21/07/2024

Exciting News! We’re thrilled to announce the relaunch of our website blogs at The Bath Flower School! Get ready to explore the wonderful world of floristry with us. Our blog is your go-to destination for tips, tricks, and behind-the-scenes stories. Discover everything from sustainable practices to seasonal inspirations and more. Head to the link in our bio to read the latest posts and join us on this floral journey!

T E S T I M O N I A L   T U E S D A YDon’t take our word for it. Hear what the students have to say about our courses, u...
16/07/2024

T E S T I M O N I A L T U E S D A Y

Don’t take our word for it. Hear what the students have to say about our courses, us, and our flower school…

“I had the most inspiring, happy two weeks at The Bath Flower School on the Professional Floristry course. It’s a wonderful balance of learning practical skills with incredible flowers, combined with Verity and Saffy’s knowledge and experience and well chosen guest speakers in the industry. Verity and Saff have worked hard to create a really informative course to cover all areas needed to take the next step into a career with flowers and there are some lovely thoughtful, unexpected treats along the way. I left feeling full of confidence and inspiration for my own flower business. If you’re thinking about doing it, go for it, you won’t regret it.” – Charley McGarrie – Professional Floristry Course



T E S T I M O N I A L   T U E S D A YDon’t take our word for it. Hear what the students have to say about our courses, u...
09/07/2024

T E S T I M O N I A L T U E S D A Y

Don’t take our word for it. Hear what the students have to say about our courses, us, and our flower school…

“A great course as always with Verity & Saffy. Lots of plants to choose from and a careful explanation before we started making our wreaths. They were always on hand to help us & give advice as well. Also, delicious cake!! Thank you for another lovely day ladies!” – Jackie Parsons – Living Wreath Workshop



At the flower school, August is a break month for our workshops, but we’re excited to offer you the chance to rent our c...
08/07/2024

At the flower school, August is a break month for our workshops, but we’re excited to offer you the chance to rent our creative workspace! Whether you need a peaceful spot for your projects, a venue for a private event, or a space to collaborate with fellow artists, our studio is the perfect setting. Don’t miss out on this inspiring opportunity. DM us for more details!

Its absolute bonkers to be posting this right now but believe it or not we’ve already had many requests for our 2024 Chr...
04/07/2024

Its absolute bonkers to be posting this right now but believe it or not we’ve already had many requests for our 2024 Christmas Wreath Workshops. We know some of you are creatures of habit and love to book the same session. So, for all you keeners, head over to the link in our bio to book!!



Yes we’re chatting Christmas, but it really doesn’t feel right having a festive photo mid-summer – so here’s something a bit more season appropriate x



T E S T I M O N I A L   T U E S D A YDon’t take our word for it. Hear what the students have to say about our courses, u...
02/07/2024

T E S T I M O N I A L T U E S D A Y

Don’t take our word for it. Hear what the students have to say about our courses, us, and our flower school…

“It was amazing to me that so much valuable floristry content was covered in only two weeks! Verity and Saffy shared their expertise, teaching techniques and skills, including how to condition the wide selection of flowers and foliage, how to create beautiful hand tied bouquets, gorgeous compote bowl arrangements, glamorous large vase designs and, as a group, a dramatic broken arch installation at a local church. I found Saffy and Verity to be kind and thoughtful, encouraging each of us to find our unique style and giving welcome guidance and feedback. I also learned practical business skills such as pricing up arrangements, how to take Instagram worthy photos of floral designs, the importance of effective branding and marketing, and how to creatively use social media. My experience was amazing! I was excited to start each new day and loved getting to know those who completed the course with me. I left feeling truly confident in my ability to create beautiful, thoughtfully considered floral designs and that I had taken a huge personal step forward. The pastries, cups of tea and delicious home made cake certainly made the course even better! Don’t hesitate to take this Professional Floristry course, it is such a worthwhile investment!” – Bridget Poole – Professional Floristry Course



Why Hello July!We’re thrilled to kick off another exciting month here at The Bath Flower School!  It’s a quieter one for...
01/07/2024

Why Hello July!

We’re thrilled to kick off another exciting month here at The Bath Flower School! It’s a quieter one for us as we enter the Summer Holiday period.

Here’s Julys line up…

9th - 10th
Sustainable Large Scale Installations Course
Only One Place remaining

17th
Living Wreath Workshop

If you’re eager to learn more about these courses or wish to secure your spot, head to the link in our bio.





T E S T I M O N I A L   T U E S D A YDon’t take our word for it. Hear what the students have to say about our courses, u...
18/06/2024

T E S T I M O N I A L T U E S D A Y

Don’t take our word for it. Hear what the students have to say about our courses, us, and our flower school…

“I spent two amazing weeks doing the Professional Career Change course at The Bath Flower School. Taught with the lovely Verity & Saffy, so knowledgeable, talented, helpful & patient, sharing all the information on the floristry world.

I loved the creativity, freedom & relaxed teaching style with the most wonderful selection of flowers. So much was covered & we were spoiled with the most delicious treats.
Fabulous Guest speakers enhanced the course with their expertise on social media, photography & funeral flowers.

If you are thinking about this course, I Highly Recommend to just doing it, you will not regret it!

Thank You So Much!” – Kirsty Honey – Professional Floristry Course



How’s your Monday been? Isn’t it a game changer having the sun out… such a mood booster ☀️😀We’re super excited as tomorr...
17/06/2024

How’s your Monday been? Isn’t it a game changer having the sun out… such a mood booster ☀️😀

We’re super excited as tomorrow we have our first DIY wedding course. The course has been well received and excitingly, we have a full house of students attending. We’ve gorgeous British flowers coming from , silk ribbons from and silk, ceramic vases from , it’s going to be a glorious day.

Keep your eyes peeled on stories for updates tomorrow!

We’ve just had a cancellation for our July (9th - 10th) Sustainable Large Scale Installations course!If you’ve been want...
12/06/2024

We’ve just had a cancellation for our July (9th - 10th) Sustainable Large Scale Installations course!

If you’ve been wanting to upscale your floristry using sustainable methods, then nows your chance lovelies!!

You will make:
A large urn
A Massive mantle
A broken arch
A supersized hanging installation

With the course happening in July, you’ll be in the thick of the British flower season, so they’ll be an abundance of gorgeousness for you to work with.

Tempted? Then head over to our bio to book.
Any questions, please DM x

Happy Monday you lovely lot! We’re excited to kick off our 3 day Floristry Basics course at flower school tomorrow. We c...
10/06/2024

Happy Monday you lovely lot! We’re excited to kick off our 3 day Floristry Basics course at flower school tomorrow.

We can’t wait to see the beautiful arrangements our students will create! What exciting plans do you have this week? Anything flowery related?

T E S T I M O N I A L   T U E S D A YDon’t take our word for it. Hear what the students have to say about our courses, u...
04/06/2024

T E S T I M O N I A L T U E S D A Y

Don’t take our word for it. Hear what the students have to say about our courses, us, and our flower school…

“Great experience doing the 1 day bridal bouquet course with Saffy. Relaxed vibe, lovely flowers to work with and homemade cake! I left feeling more confident in my abilities. I did the course as a refresher so I could make my daughters bouquets for her wedding on 1st June - I had lots of compliments which was wonderful! Thank you Saffy for your excellent tuition!” – Julie Vaughan, Bridal Bouquets Course



Welcome to   !! We’re excited by the flowers, the courses, the guest teachers and of course our students that will be jo...
03/06/2024

Welcome to !!

We’re excited by the flowers, the courses, the guest teachers and of course our students that will be joining us for this wonderful celebration of British flowers. It’s going to be a fabulous week 😍

Here’s a recap of our line up…

Monday 3rd
🌸Hello Summer!

Wednesday 5th
🌸From Garden to Home with Sarah Wilson,

Thursday 6th
🌸 Blooming Beautiful Fashion Headdresses with Sophie Powell, .fl.o.london

We’ve still a couple of spaces if you’ve got FOMA and want to join us! Head to the link in our bio to book!

Why Hello June!We’re super excited to welcome you, as it means we get to celebrate   We have an exciting lineup planned,...
01/06/2024

Why Hello June!

We’re super excited to welcome you, as it means we get to celebrate

We have an exciting lineup planned, starting with our one-day course, “Hello Summer!” at the flower school. Next, we’ll retreat to the countryside for a fun-filled day with Sarah at her beautiful flower farm in Compton Dando. We’ll wrap up with Sophie .fl.o.london aka The Flower Crown Queen, who will be creating elaborate headdresses. It’s set to be a fun week, so please sign up!

British Flowers Week:

3rd - Hello Summer!
5th - From Garden to Home with Sarah Wilson, Compton Garden Flowers
6th - Blooming Beautiful Fashion Headdresses with Sophie Powell, .fl.o.london
In addition to our celebration, we have several courses lined up in June. Notably, our new DIY Wedding Flowers Course is perfect for those planning to do their own wedding flowers!

June Courses:

11th - 13th - Floristry Basics
18th - DIY Wedding Flowers Course
24th - Hello Summer!
26th - Flowery Compote Bowl Workshop (AKA Flowery Table Centre)
27th - Living Wreath Workshop
For more information and to book, head to the link in our bio.

EXCITING NEWS!!Drum roll please….we’ve just added 2025 course dates to our website!  Who’s ready to immerse themselves i...
30/05/2024

EXCITING NEWS!!

Drum roll please….we’ve just added 2025 course dates to our website! Who’s ready to immerse themselves in the wonderful world of floristry? Who’s going to make 2025 their flowery year? Head over to our bio to get booked up!



T E S T I M O N I A L   T U E S D A YDon’t take our word for it. Hear what the students have to say about our courses, u...
28/05/2024

T E S T I M O N I A L T U E S D A Y

Don’t take our word for it. Hear what the students have to say about our courses, us, and our flower school…

“Keen to enhance floristry skills I attended a two week professional floristry course with Verity & Saffy in 2021. It was heaven to be surrounded daily in gorgeous blooms & to spend time being creative & learning from two of the kindest, most friendly women you’ll ever meet, an experience I’ll never forget.

With skills learnt I was able to expand my business as a grower of British flowers, to include floristry for weddings & funeral commissions.

The course also includes mini sessions on photography & social media & an added bonus was the connections made with other participants who quickly became friends.

I’ve just returned from a bridal bouquet day course, a real treat for me to revisit skills ready for this wedding season & to be surrounded by floral creativity

Don’t hesitate to book if you are thinking about either course….& if you have the available time I would absolutely recommend indulging in the 2 week course, it’s so worth it!” – Sue Padfield – Professional Floristry Course & Bridal Bouquets Workshop



Happy Bank Holidays you lovely lot! There’s no flower school for us this week as we head into half-term with the kids. F...
27/05/2024

Happy Bank Holidays you lovely lot!
There’s no flower school for us this week as we head into half-term with the kids. Fingers crossed for some beautiful weather! We’ll be back at it next week for !

Theres still a space on each of our courses if you wanted to join us:

June 3rd
Hello Summer!
Celebrate summer with British flowers! Create stunning hand-tied bouquets and meadow box arrangements. Taught by us, Verity & Saffy, this one-day course will leave you with beautiful blooms to brighten your day.

June 5th
From Garden to Home
Experience Sarah Wilson’s enchanting flower farm in Compton Dando. Enjoy a guided tour, lively discussions about flower growing, and captivating demonstrations. After a delicious picnic lunch, roll up your sleeves and create your own hand-tied bouquet using fresh flowers from the farm.

6th June
Blooming Beautiful Headdresses
Come and make a flower crown with a difference with Sophie Powell .fl.o.london Using the finest British flowers, Sophie will guide you through each step to create a headpiece that truly makes a statement. Say goodbye to ordinary festival or hen party flower crowns; this experience is all about avant-garde elegance!

Tempted? Then, click the bio link to book!



BRITISH FLOWERS WEEK WORKSHOPSHELLO SPRING! - One day courseCome spend a day with us, immerse yourself in the joys of su...
21/05/2024

BRITISH FLOWERS WEEK WORKSHOPS

HELLO SPRING! - One day course

Come spend a day with us, immerse yourself in the joys of summer, and learn to create your own hand-tied bouquet and meadow box arrangement.

You will be invited to the abundant flower stand to choose flowers that bring you joy – you will have the chance to be the kid in the sweet shop (or should we say flower school) and select as you desire!

Under our expert guidance, you’ll learn the techniques and secrets behind making exquisite hand-tied bouquets and meadow box arrangements. Discover the art of combining colours, textures, and shapes to compose stunning floral compositions that reflect the essence of summer.

At the end of the day, you’ll proudly take home all of your beautiful creations to enjoy.

WHO IS THE COURSE SUITABLE FOR?
No previous experience necessary, just a love of nature and flowers.

WHERE IS IT?
5 Lambridge Buildings, Larkhall, Bath, BA1 6RS

WHEN?
3rd June

TIME?
10am - 4pm

TO BOOK
Head to the link in our bio

Hello you Lovely People!Who wants to come and spend the day with us at a beautiful flower farm?  Surrounded by friendly,...
16/05/2024

Hello you Lovely People!

Who wants to come and spend the day with us at a beautiful flower farm? Surrounded by friendly, like minded souls? Eat a lavish picnic style lunch? And of course make gorgeous flowery things together?

If you’ve said yes to at least one of these, then this is definitely the course for you!

This course take place during British Flowers Week. An annual industry-wide extravaganza dedicated to honouring British cut flowers, their devoted growers, and the talented florists who bring their magic to life.

As passionate supporters of British Flowers, we have curated a series of captivating courses, this being one we are VERY excited by!!

THE COURSE -
From Garden to Home with Sarah Wilson, Compton Garden Flowers

Indulge in a day at Sarah Wilson’s idyllic flower farm in the picturesque village of Compton Dando. The day begins with a captivating farm tour and an insightful talk from Sarah, where she shares her wisdom and passion for flowers. Together, we’ll gather beautiful flowers and create a stunning table arrangement that will set the stage for our enjoyable summer picnic provided .fig.bath

We will then demonstrate how to make your very own spiralled hand-tied bouquet using Sarah’s flowers. By the end of the workshop, your bouquet will be expertly wrapped and ready to be enjoyed or gifted to someone special.

When?
5th June

Where?
Compton Garden Flower Farm, 208 Court Hill, Compton Dando, Bristol, BS39 4JZ

Time?
10am – 4pm

Cost?
£250 – Includes all tuition, materials, flowers (yours to take home) and a delicious picnic lunch supplied by .fig.bath.

Who is this course for?
This course is perfect for garden lovers, flower enthusiasts, growers, florists, and anyone seeking a leisurely day of learning and enjoyment at a flower farm.

To Book…
Head to the ‘British Flowers Week Link in our Bio. Any questions, please DM.

Celebrate British Flowers Week with The Bath Flower School!For those unfamiliar with  , it began in 2013 thanks to , aim...
15/05/2024

Celebrate British Flowers Week with The Bath Flower School!

For those unfamiliar with , it began in 2013 thanks to , aiming to shine a spotlight on UK-grown flowers and uplift growers, wholesalers, and florists. Now, has taken the reins, championing local, seasonal British cut flower growers.

At The Bath Flower School, we are huge advocates of British Flowers and their exquisite charm and absolutely love sharing our enthusiasm for them with our students. In celebration of this special week, we’re partnering with the below wonderful people and have put together a series of courses all using British flowers and highlighting each person’s expertise:

Here’s a quick overview of the courses; we’ll delve deeper into each one later this week!

June 3rd
Hello Summer!
Celebrate summer with British flowers! Create stunning hand-tied bouquets and meadow box arrangements. Taught by us, Verity & Saffy, this one-day course will leave you with beautiful blooms to brighten your day.

June 5th
From Garden to Home
Experience Sarah Wilson’s enchanting flower farm in Compton Dando. Enjoy a guided tour, lively discussions about flower growing, and captivating demonstrations. After a delicious picnic lunch, roll up your sleeves and create your own hand-tied bouquet using fresh flowers from the farm.

6th June
Blooming Beautiful Headdresses
Come and make a flower crown with a difference with Sophie Powell .fl.o.london. Using the finest British flowers, Sophie will guide you through each step to create a headpiece that truly makes a statement. Say goodbye to ordinary festival or hen party flower crowns; this experience is all about avant-garde elegance!



Whether you’re a seasoned florist or a budding enthusiast, our courses offer something for everyone. Join us for an unforgettable week filled with inspiration, learning, and of course, an abundance of gorgeous British flowers.

Click the link in bio to learn more and book your spot!



T E S T I M O N I A L   T U E S D A YDon’t take our word for it. Hear what the students have to say about our courses, u...
14/05/2024

T E S T I M O N I A L T U E S D A Y

Don’t take our word for it. Hear what the students have to say about our courses, us, and our flower school…

“Thank you both for an amazing 2 days !!


I feel I have learned so much and will be reflecting on all that we did over those 2 days.

May I say ..you have a wonderful flower school !! Which feels very warm and welcoming when you arrive. And thank you for being such super duper nice teachers ! It was a great experience learning from you both.

The tea, biscuits and cake were also very enjoyable!” – Barbara Basi – Sustainable Large Scale Installations Course

T E S T I M O N I A L   T U E S D A YDon’t take our word for it. Hear what the students have to say about our courses, u...
07/05/2024

T E S T I M O N I A L T U E S D A Y

Don’t take our word for it. Hear what the students have to say about our courses, us, and our flower school…

“I attended the sustainable large scale installation as a floristry novice, but left with an increased confidence in my abilities. Verity & Saffy have a calming and positive approach to teaching that makes the experience so joyful! They remained patient despite all the questions and made everyone feel that they were capable of achieving anything.

This course was so incredibly valuable, not only to my profession but also for my well-being. A chance to connect with like minded people and immerse ourselves in mindful activities.

I cannot wait to attend another course!.” – Abi Laing – - Sustainable Large Scale Installations Course



Any of you florists out there in need of a confidence boost this wedding season?  A space has just become available on o...
03/05/2024

Any of you florists out there in need of a confidence boost this wedding season? A space has just become available on our next one day bridal bouquets course next Tuesday - 7th May. Come hone your skills, be inspired and leave feeling ready for 2024 weddings!!

For more details and to book, head over to the link in our bio

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Why Hello May!Boy are we happy to welcome you!  Could you kindly bring us some warmer weather, as we’re fed up with feel...
01/05/2024

Why Hello May!

Boy are we happy to welcome you! Could you kindly bring us some warmer weather, as we’re fed up with feeling chilly.

We’ve got an exciting month ahead, starting with some of our shorter courses at the beginning, followed by our two-week professional course at the end of the month.

Here’s what’s happening…

7th - Bridal Bouquets Course
8th - Open Morning
8th - Half Day Hand Tied Bouquet Workshop
9th - Living Wreath Workshop
13th - 24th - Professional Floristry

If you’re eager to learn more about these courses or wish to secure your spot, head to the link in our bio.

T E S T I M O N I A L   T U E S D A YDon’t take our word for it. Hear what the students have to say about our courses, u...
30/04/2024

T E S T I M O N I A L T U E S D A Y

Don’t take our word for it. Hear what the students have to say about our courses, us, and our flower school…

“My children bought me the three day basic floristry course for my birthday and it has been the best gift I have ever received! It was joyful to be surrounded by the most beautiful flowers and people. The teaching style is relaxed and supportive and no previous experience is needed just a love of flowers. The support and inspiration from the other students was immense. A huge thanks to Saffy and Verity for creating a unique learning environment. Will definitely be back for another course.” – Fiona Pringle – Floristry Basics Course



T E S T I M O N I A L   T U E S D A YDon’t take our word for it. Hear what the students have to say our courses, us, and...
23/04/2024

T E S T I M O N I A L T U E S D A Y

Don’t take our word for it. Hear what the students have to say our courses, us, and our flower school…

“I’ve just finished the 3 day Floristry Basics course at The Bath Flower School and I had the most amazing time amongst the most beautiful flowers. I really enjoyed finding my own personal style whilst being surrounded by lovely people and lots of inspiration!

It is such a gorgeous, calming space and Saffy and Verity are so supportive, friendly, and warm with great teaching styles. I’ve really struggled with the spiral technique previously but the hand tied bouquet I made during this course is the best I’ve ever made and the boost it has given to my confidence is priceless so it’s fair to say the amount I learnt in just 3 days is a great deal I can’t wait to take what I’ve learnt and put it in to practice!

I actually felt quite sad leaving at the end of day 3 but I’m very excited for my future in floristry and I’m already eyeing up other courses in the future!.” – Emma Jordan – Floristry Basics Course



World Earth Day is one of the most prominent annual awareness days that sheds light on the importance of our planet’s he...
22/04/2024

World Earth Day is one of the most prominent annual awareness days that sheds light on the importance of our planet’s health and our individual roles in preserving it.
This year’s theme is Planet vs Plastics, which aims to bring attention to the serious issue of plastic pollution and how it harms nature.

At The Bath Flower School we aim to be as environmentally friendly as we can, making decisions about what products we use, buy and promote. We have never used any flower foam and don’t use any single use plastics. We teach sustainable mechanics and our aim is to try and educate the next generation of florists that there are other ways to create beautiful flower arrangements both big and small without using products that cause harm to the environment both in their production and disposal.

Join us in our mission to cultivate eco-conscious floristry and inspire florists to adopt environmentally friendly approaches!

T E S T I M O N I A L   T U E S D A YDon’t take our word for it. Hear what the students have to say about our courses, u...
16/04/2024

T E S T I M O N I A L T U E S D A Y

Don’t take our word for it. Hear what the students have to say about our courses, us, and our flower school…

“I attended the Wedding Flower course last year and loved every single moment. Verity and Saffy are absolute fountains of knowledge when it comes to floristry, which I knew to be true before even attending. What I didn't know was how excellent they would be at making you feel comfortable in providing the most relaxing, fun and joyful environment in which to learn. The whole week felt like a total dream and went by far too quickly.. I learnt so much, the flowers were just gorgeous and lets not forget the important bit... The snacks and selections of tea to keep us going were top notch too (Lady Grey, amazing!!) Thank you both so very much.” – Keely Jones – Wedding Flowers Course



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Hi, we’re Verity and Saffy and we formed The Bath Flower School in 2019 when an opportunity arose for us to working together. Between us we have over 40 years experience in flowers, floristry, weddings, events, flower schools and teaching. We both have very clear ideas about what makes a good flower school. This is our chance to put that into practice and inspire the future generation of florists.

Our classes are fun, informative, friendly and relaxed. Our teaching style is informal and generous. We pride ourselves on being approachable and personable. And of course the flowers will always take centre stage and are the best quality we can get our hands on. We like flowers to look as natural as possible, relishing natures twists and turns and imperfections. We work very closely with local growers and have always been leaders rather than followers when it comes to ideas and innovation. We love working together and can’t wait to share all of our ideas and expertise with you. At the The Bath Flower School we are completely foam free and strive to minimise our negative impact on the environment at every opportunity. We also love, support and advocate… British flowers and British growers, ethical and sustainable floristry, togetherness and inclusivity and individuality and creativity.