Treat yourself to a 'Gardens Special'A Homemade Teatime Experience from our volunteers. Afternoon tea and cakes, just for you or for all the family.
Tag: Castle Bromwich Historic Gardens
Draw the Gardens… relaxed drop-in sessions with botanical artists
Like to draw? Join us for monthly relaxed drawing sessions with our artists in residence.
From 1.30 -3.30, on the 2nd Wednesday of every month, artists from the Birmingham Society of Botanical Artists will be in the Gardens drawing and recording our lovely plants.
Anyone can join them for a no hassle, not pressure drawing session – whatever your ability.
As the seasons progress BSBA will record the life cycle of our plants… why not come and have a go yourself. They will be pleased to advise and support… or just leave you to your own devices.
Bring your own materials or take advantage of some basic pen and paper we’ll provide.
Normal entry fees apply but materials and support are free
(drawing of Actinidia kolomikta by kind permission of Jeni Neale BSBA)
Afternoon Tea at the Gardens
Treat yourself to a 'Gardens Special'A Homemade Teatime Experience from our volunteers. Afternoon tea and cakes, just for you or for all the family.
Draw the Gardens… relaxed drop-in sessions with botanical artists
Like to draw? Join us for monthly relaxed drawing sessions with our artists in residence.
From 1.30 -3.30, on the 2nd Wednesday of every month, artists from the Birmingham Society of Botanical Artists will be in the Gardens drawing and recording our lovely plants.
Anyone can join them for a no hassle, not pressure drawing session – whatever your ability.
As the seasons progress BSBA will record the life cycle of our plants… why not come and have a go yourself. They will be pleased to advise and support… or just leave you to your own devices.
Bring your own materials or take advantage of some basic pen and paper we’ll provide.
Normal entry fees apply but materials and support are free
(drawing of Actinidia kolomikta by kind permission of Jeni Neale BSBA)
Mystery Mutts
A scent filled puzzle challenge for dog and human. (sorry, Sold Out! Waiting list only)
A group of 6 dogs and their handlers will enter a haunted garden, and through the power of the canine nose and the human brain, try to solve the mysterious happenings and find peace for the tormented soul within.
Find the hidden items, solve the clues, crack the codes, but do it along side your canine companion.
Only three dates are confirmed this year from Canine Co-operations, so get in quick!
1st May, 3rd July, 4th September. PRE-BOOKING ESSENTIAL
Suitable for dogs who have done a minimum of one half day scent training. Any scent catered for, including food.
* it’s a large garden and no one gets locked in – we don’t want to induce panic in dogs!
Advanced bookings only. £40
Family Fun Day
Traditional games on the lawn. Discover - or rediscover- all those old games; hopscotch, hoola hoops, spacehoppers. a day of fun and entertainment for all the family
Draw the Gardens… relaxed drop-in sessions with botanical artists
Like to draw? Join us for monthly relaxed drawing sessions with our artists in residence.
From 1.30 -3.30, on the 2nd Wednesday of every month, artists from the Birmingham Society of Botanical Artists will be in the Gardens drawing and recording our lovely plants.
Anyone can join them for a no hassle, not pressure drawing session – whatever your ability.
As the seasons progress BSBA will record the life cycle of our plants… why not come and have a go yourself. They will be pleased to advise and support… or just leave you to your own devices.
Bring your own materials or take advantage of some basic pen and paper we’ll provide.
Normal entry fees apply but materials and support are free
(drawing of Actinidia kolomikta by kind permission of Jeni Neale BSBA)
Iolanthe – the delightful fairy comedy by Gilbert and Sullivan
There be Fairies in the Garden! 
A charming tale of fairies and courtrooms! Iolanthe, is welcomed back to Fairyland with “whimsy, romance, wit and political satire.” Local company the Willmore Singers create a magical and fun atmosphere in the Gardens for this open air production.
Some seating available. Feel free to bring your own, and a picnic. This is an outdoor production please dress for the weather.
Light refreshments available
£10, Groups up to 4 £36
Afternoon Tea at the Gardens
Treat yourself to a 'Gardens Special'A Homemade Teatime Experience from our volunteers. Afternoon tea and cakes, just for you or for all the family.
Draw the Gardens… relaxed drop-in sessions with botanical artists
Like to draw? Join us for monthly relaxed drawing sessions with our artists in residence.
From 1.30 -3.30, on the 2nd Wednesday of every month, artists from the Birmingham Society of Botanical Artists will be in the Gardens drawing and recording our lovely plants.
Anyone can join them for a no hassle, not pressure drawing session – whatever your ability.
As the seasons progress BSBA will record the life cycle of our plants… why not come and have a go yourself. They will be pleased to advise and support… or just leave you to your own devices.
Bring your own materials or take advantage of some basic pen and paper we’ll provide.
Normal entry fees apply but materials and support are free
(drawing of Actinidia kolomikta by kind permission of Jeni Neale BSBA)