1-Day Workshop: Designing a London Garden
Whether you're starting with a blank canvas or looking to transform an established garden, this one-day workshop will help you see your outdoor space with fresh eyes.
Hosted by designer and podcaster Sarah Wilson, the day combines practical design advice with thoughtful discussion about what makes a garden truly work. Drawing on years of experience creating beautiful, liveable gardens and talking to some of the UK's leading designers and plantspeople, Sarah will guide you through the principles of designing gardens that are both personal and sustainable.
Focusing on London's unique microclimate and the opportunities that urban gardens present, you'll learn how to assess your own space, make confident planting choices and develop a clear vision for your garden.
Throughout the day there will be opportunities to ask questions and share ideas. Sarah will work through common design challenges and garden elements, helping you apply the principles to your own space.
During the workshop we'll touch on:
During the workshop we'll explore:
Understanding your garden's potential and unique character
The fundamentals of good garden design for urban spaces
Working with light, aspect, soil and existing conditions
Creating beautiful, sustainable gardens that suit the way you live
Planting principles, seasonal interest and developing your own style
Practical design considerations and making confident decisions
Real-life examples, common challenges and lessons from professional projects
You're encouraged to email a few photographs, a rough sketch or simple measurements of your garden, plus up to three questions you’re facing no later than 2 weeks in advance of the session, so Sarah can make sure she is addressing your particular needs (no technical plans or drawings are required).
Meet Saraj
Sarah Wilson is a garden designer, presenter and host of the Roots and All podcast. Through her design work, she has helped people create gardens that are beautiful, sustainable and deeply connected to the way they live, combining strong design principles with an ecological approach to planting. Her podcast extends these conversations through interviews with leading designers, gardeners and plantspeople. Alongside this, Sarah is CEO of Veterans' Growth, a charity supporting military veterans through horticultural therapy. She brings a thoughtful, practical and inspiring perspective to garden design, helping people see the potential in their own outdoor spaces.
Price: £85
Southwark resident looking for a free place? Unfortunately we are unable to offer free places on August workshops. Places are however available on other sessions throughout the year.