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Whether you’re distilling your own hydrosol or blending a nourishing balm, you’ll leave with something you made yourself, something you can use, and something that smells wonderful.

All workshops are hosted at the farm and led by Emma, using botanicals grown here or locally sourced materials. They’re designed to be relaxed and engaging, with plenty of time to ask questions, explore, and get creative.

Our workshops

We offer public workshop bookings seasonally, where you can book alone or with a friend. Private workshop bookings are perfect for groups of 4 or more, as part of a special occasion.

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Hydrosol Workshop

4–5 hours | Price TBC

A full-day, plant-to-bottle experience. You’ll start by harvesting your own aromatic plant matter from the garden or paddock, then head back to the distillery to learn how to make your own hydrosol.

We’ll walk you through the steps of steam distillation using a copper alembic still, and you’ll take home a bottle of the hydrosol you created.

What’s included:

  • Guided garden harvest (seasonal botanicals)
  • Hands-on distillation
  • Farm lunch included
  • Take-home hydrosol
Book a Hydrosol Workshop
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Tallow Cream Workshop

A simple, soothing introduction to natural skincare. You’ll melt and blend your own tallow cream using high-quality ingredients, then leave it to set in the fridge while you wander the paddocks, take some photos, or visit the lavender.

What’s included:

  • 2hr workshop
  • Learn to make tallow cream
  • Optional essential oils for scent
  • Take-home jar of moisturiser
  • Self-guided field stroll
Book a Tallow Cream Workshop
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Lip Balm Workshop

A bite-sized botanical experience perfect as a gift, a mini hens activity, or an add-on to your farm visit. You’ll learn to melt, pour and scent your own lip balm using all-natural ingredients.

What’s included:

  • 45min workshop
  • Make your own lip balm
  • Optional scent blend
  • Take-home tin
Book a Lip Balm Workshop

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need experience

No experience is needed! Our workshops are designed for beginners and plant lovers of all kinds.

What should I wear?

As we are a working farm and we’re often working with heated materials, closed in shoes are an important protection. 

Can I bring my dog?

We love animals but for workshops, we ask that you leave your furry friends at home. If you’re a camper adding a workshop to your stay, so long as your pet is restrained and supervised, we can make an exception.

Is lunch included?

For full-day workshops, yes. You’ll be treated to a simple, seasonal catered lunch.

Do you have toilets?

We do not have on-site toilets, but we do have a sink for handwashing. For 4hr + workshops we do hire a toilet for your convenience.

Can I book a private group workshop?

Absolutely. Most workshops are available for private groups of 4 or more, perfect for birthdays, hens, or team days. Get in touch to organise a time that suits.

What happens if it rains?

We’ll still run workshops in wet weather as we’ll be undercover in the workshop space. Please bring a raincoat or umbrella, and some boots for any outdoor harvesting. If conditions are unsafe, we’ll reschedule or refund. If there is a significant amount of rain creating property access issues, we will be in touch to cancel and refund your workshop.

Can children attend workshops?

Children 12 and over can attend workshops with a ticket, alongside their parent or guardian with a ticket.

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Join us for a workshop

If you can’t see a date for a public workshop, please feel free to reach out and we’ll let you know what we’ve got in the works.

Contact us