Events at Careys Secret Garden

Events at Careys Secret Garden – a chance be inspired in natural environment of Careys Secret Garden this Winter

Year round programme of events at Careys Secret Garden

Discover a year-round programme of inspiring events at Careys Secret Garden, located near Wareham in Dorset. From relaxed coffee mornings and seasonal celebrations to hands-on workshops, guided nature experiences and traditional countryside skills, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re looking to learn a new craft, explore the gardens, or connect with nature, these carefully curated events offer a wonderful reason to visit throughout the year.

Here’s a list of the events at Careys for 2026:

☕ Winter Coffee Mornings
23 & 24 January, 6 & 7 February
Enjoy entry to the beautiful Careys Estate for just £1. The coffee shop will be open, with delicious homemade bakes available.

🐎 Horse Logging Experience (with Dorset Horse Logging)
23 January & 20 February
A unique opportunity to see traditional horse logging in action.
£20 per person

🎨 Creative Clay Sculptural Bowl Workshop
7 February
Get hands-on and create your own sculptural clay bowl in this creative workshop.

💐 Mother’s Day at Careys Estate
Sunday 15 March, 11am – 3pm
Explore the stunning walled gardens with Mum this Mother’s Day.
Bookable cream teas available.

🐝 Beekeeping Experiences
18 April, 13 June & 18 July
Learn about bees and beekeeping in this fascinating hands-on experience.
£40 per person

🌸 Introduction to Perfumery Workshop
15 May & 4 July
Discover the art of perfumery and create your own unique fragrance.
£175 per person

🧺 Beginners Basketry Course
16 May
Learn traditional basketry techniques in this introductory course.

🌼 Charity Open Day – National Garden Scheme
24 May
A special open day in support of the National Garden Scheme.

🍓 Berry Basket Workshop
11 July
Create your own beautiful and practical berry basket.

🍄 Mushroom Growing Workshops
24 July & 14 August
Learn how to grow your own mushrooms at home.
£85 per person

🌲 Fungi Foraging Walks with Andy Knott
11 September, 2 October, 30 October & 11 November
Guided walks exploring the fascinating world of fungi.
£40 per person

🔦 UV Fungi Night Walks
30 October – UV Fungi Night Walk
31 October – UV Fungi Night Walk (Halloween Special)
Experience fungi in a whole new light using UV torches.
£25 per person

Find more details of these events on the Careys Secret Garden website. 

Note: This event listing is a guide only. For up to date information and or changes to the event please check with the organiser or venue.

Find more seasonal events on our What’ On Guide