February half term planting
Green fingers at the ready! Join us in the Kitchen Garden Potting shed weekdays in half term for planting sessions.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
From 17-21 February, meet our volunteers in the Kitchen Garden potting shed. Create your very own Kitchen Garden and choose from a sweet pea or sunflower seed to put in your eco pot.
11am-3pm, Monday- Friday
This is a free activity for everyone, please pop in the potting shed throughout the day.
We welcome cash donations only. Normal admissions apply.
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Meeting point
Meet us in the potting shed in the Kitchen Garden
- What to bring and wear
Please wear suitable clothing for the time of year. This is a hands on activity involving soil so please dress appropriately.
- Accessibility
This event is accessible for everyone. Please note it is a 20 minute walk to the Kitchen Garden. Please refer to the welcome map and ask the staff at Visitor reception for help.
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