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Learning a new craft or brushing up on existing crafting skills is always time well spent! There are numerous craft courses on offer up and down the UK, but today we are focusing on one of our favourite creative pursuits – flower arranging.
Flower arranging is a fun and rewarding craft that allows you to express your creativity while also adding some natural beauty to your home, or it makes a lovely activity to do with your mum for Mother's Day. Whether you're a complete beginner or a dab hand at arranging blooms, there is always something new to learn and discover in the world of flowers.
Taking a flower arranging class is a great way to relax and de-stress, as well as being a fun activity to do with friends. If you’re looking for something a bit more creative and low-key for a birthday celebration, a girly weekend or maybe even a hen do, there are some fab courses where you can make pretty flower crowns or even sip some bubbly as you work!
Here's our pick of the best flower-arranging courses and classes around the UK.
South East
Farm-To-Table Bouquet
Using only the freshest, British-grown flowers, you'll learn the art of contemporary flower arranging and create a bespoke bouquet.
On this fun 1.5 hour floristry workshop in Hackney, you'll be guided through the various types of flowers and foliage and taught spiralling techniques needed to construct a bouquet based on the season's best blooms.
Price: £62-68 Book here
Serendipity Botanist, The Courtyard, St Mary of Eton, 95 Eastway, London E9 5JA
Ikebana Flower Arranging
Are you ready to explore the ancient and captivating art of Japanese flower arranging? Look no further than this Ikebana class in London!
Discover the rich history and significance of Ikebana, which dates back to the sixth century when Buddhist monks created floral offerings for alters.
Led by an experienced teacher with a passion for all things floral, you'll learn the main techniques and principles of Ikebana flower design and create your own masterpiece with a modern twist.
Price: £45-65 Book here
12-18 Hoxton Street, Unit 102b, London, N1 6NG
Flower Market Tour and Bouquet Workshop
This three-hour, hands-on workshop will take you on a journey through London's busiest wholesale flower market, where you'll discover the best seasonal blooms and insider tips for selecting the perfect stems.
Led by a friendly and experienced teacher, you'll then head back to the studio to learn the art of flower arranging and create a stunning hand-tied bouquet.
Price: £105-125 Book here
12-18 Hoxton Street, Unit 102b, London, N1 6NG
Artist Themed Dried Flower Arranging
Let the incredible art of David Hockney ignite your creativity as you create a beautiful dried flower bouquet with the guidance of an expert teacher.
Choose from a breathtaking selection of dried flowers and learn to mix and match textures and colours to create a truly unique and personalised bouquet. With your newfound skills, you'll tie your bouquet like a pro and leave with a gorgeous arrangement that is sure to impress.
Price: £85 Book here
Unit 112 Lower Stable Street, Coal Drops Yard, Kings Cross, London N1C 4DR
Fresh Flower Crown
Unleash your inner flower child and create a stunning fresh flower crown that will turn heads and make you feel like royalty!
Whether you're planning a festival-themed event, summer hen weekend, birthday party or baby shower, a handmade flower crown is the perfect accessory to elevate your look and add a touch of natural beauty.
Under the guidance of an experienced local florist, you'll learn the art of flower crown making and create a unique and personalised crown that is truly one-of-a-kind.
Price: £50-55 Book here
Serendipity Botanist, The Courtyard, St Mary of Eton, 95 Eastway, London E9 5JA
Meadow Wildflower Arrangement Class
Capture the essence of a wildflower meadow in a stunning arrangement of curated, whimsical, and textured flowers and foliage – perfect for decorating a mantlepiece or entranceway.
The classes are led by an amazing team of talented floral designers (in either Stock or Bishop's Stortford), and are a great way to have fun with friends and flowers while learning the art of floristry and creating your own amazing floral designs.
Price: £60 Book here
1 Florence Walk, North Street, Bishop’s Stortford, CM23 2NZ
North East
Summer Flowers Workshop
Join The Northern Flower Garden for this lovely summer flowers workshop. You'll arrange a bouquet of beautiful freshly cut flowers, while learning about sustainable floral techniques.
Price: £45 Book here
Souter Lighthouse, Coast Road, Whitburn, Tyne & Wear, SR6 7NH
North West
Terrarium Making
Create your own self-sustaining indoor garden at this calming terrarium workshop. Terrariums are fascinating tiny ecosystems that are easy to care for and add a gorgeous green touch to any indoor space.
Led by friendly teachers Vicky and Ella, you'll learn essential techniques, choose from a selection of eye-catching terrarium-friendly plants, and add decorative elements to your own bespoke mini garden.
Price: £45 Book here
Workshops take place around Greater Manchester.
Flower Arranging Class
This two-hour floristry class is the perfect way to learn new techniques and create an eye-catching arrangement using fresh flowers and foliage. Led by a professional florist, the class is suitable for all levels of experience and is a fun way to de-stress and unleash your creativity.
Learn about floral foam tips, wired work, glued designs and more, as well as the conditioning of flowers, names and principles of design.
Price: £50 Book here
Booker Flowers & Gifts, 7 Booker Avenue, Allerton, Liverpool, Merseyside , L18 4QY
South West
Hand Tied Flower Bouquet Workshop
This beginner-friendly floristry class in Bristol will teach you how to a beautiful flower wreath for your home.
You’ll be guided through the process of selecting, preparing and arranging flowers by an experienced tutor. You’ll also learn how to gift wrap your flowers, to make a beautiful present for a lucky friend.
Price: £75 Book here
66 Cairns Road, Bristol, BS6 7TH
Central North
Flower Arranging and Sip Class
Looking for a fun way to spend an evening with some girlfriends? This flower arranging and sip class might be just the thing!
Led by a talented teacher, you'll learn the basics of floral design and discover different flower types to add to your arrangement. Plus, enjoy a glass of prosecco as you unleash your creativity before taking your stunning bouquet home to display.
Price: £45 Book here
TYRO Studios, 42 Westgate, Shipley, West Yorkshire, BD18 3QK
Midlands
Flower School Experience Day
Learn how to create pretty hand-tied designs that will add a touch of natural beauty to your home. Let your green fingers loose on the array of great quality fresh flowers.
You'll learn the art of gift wrapping and discover the secrets to making your flowers look great in your vase at home.
Price: £75 Book here
Tineke Floral Designs Ltd, 2 Craster Street, Sutton-in-Ashfield, NG17 5AG
Seasonal Hand Tied Bouquet Workshop
This class in Birmingham is great for beginners. Professional florist, Claire, will teach you how to create a bespoke and long-lasting bouquet and takes an eco-conscious approach to floristry, using British and seasonal foliage where available.
Price: £60 Book here
Amber Jean Flowers, 29 Mulwych Rd, Tile Cross, Birmingham B330BL
Scotland
Create a Hand-Tied Bouquet
Celebrate seasons by creating a fresh hand-tied bouquet in this lovely class. Learn about mixing colours and textures and details about designs, all while sipping a glass of fizz and enjoying an artisan bake!
These classes run in the evenings and weekends, so there's plenty of choice for your preferred slot.
£80 Book here
Ollie and Ivy Flowers, 40 Comiston Rd, Edinburgh EH10 5QQ
Wales
Vase Arrangement
Discover the art of creating stunning vase arrangements at this beginner-friendly workshop. You’ll be guided through the process of selecting the perfect vase, choosing the right flowers for the season, and creating a beautiful and unique arrangement.
With a wealth of advice, helpful hints, and heaps of inspiration from Emma and her team, you'll leave the half-day course feeling confident in your newly learnt flower arranging skills!
Price: £95 Book here
Love Lily Floral Design Studio, The Old Chapel, Radstock Court, Abergavenny, NP7 5AN
Northern Ireland
Minijohn Terrarium
Learn how to make a terrarium garden in this fun session. Everything you need is provided, including a Minijohn Glass Jar & Fittonia plant. By the end of the workshop, you'll have a beautiful indoor eco-system to take home with you!
Price: £30 Book here
Ormeau, 1A Haywood Ave, Ormeau, Belfast BT7 3EU, UK
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