2nd April 2026 – 28th September 2026
Beginner gardening
Bespoke garden courses to fit in with your diary
Is your New Year’s resolution to get into the garden? If you’re not sure how to get started then we have the perfect solution. Tamsin is offering bespoke mornings at Stockton Bury for groups of friends or work colleagues on a date to suit.
Gather a group of 5 or 6 and Tamsin will share solutions to your garden conundrums and practical tips. Designed for the beginner gardener where no questions is a daft one.
Email Tamsin to secure a date. £32 per head (includes garden entry, tea and biscuits). Pay on booking. twstocktonbury@outlook.com
Facts
- Ideal for beginner and intermediate gardeners.
- Spaces limited to 6 (you create the group).
- Starts at 10am and ends at 12.30pm but you are welcome to enjoy the cafe garden until 4.30pm.
- Bring your own secateurs if you have them and garden gloves. Wear outdoor clothing.
- Instant coffee or tea with biscuits in the garden shed!
- Includes garden entry (worth £10.50)
- If for any reason the event is cancelled you will be fully reimbursed.
- Please note that there are two steps down into our classroom.
Price £32 per person
Some of our Frequently Asked Questions
We love dogs but Stockton Bury Garden is at the heart of a working farm, therefore we do not permit dogs in our garden or café. Only assistant dogs are permitted.
Picnics are not permitted but our café offers a wide range of refreshments.
Our café is located outside of the garden so you are welcome to use it without paying garden entry.
We have a wide range of vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options on our menu. Please call in advance if you require any more specific information. Please alert our team of any allergies.
We are NOT a nut or flour free kitchen.
Yes – we serve local beer, cider and wine.
We kindly ask that groups book in advance. Coaches are permitted by prior appointment. We can only cater for groups of 25 during our busy months for lunches. Booking essential. Normal garden entry prices apply.
As with many open gardens you will encounter changing levels, uneven footing and open water.
Most of the garden is flat but we suggest sensible footwear.
A fit, able-bodied companion is advisable for wheelchair users or the visually impaired (there are no handrails). Approximately 70% of the garden is accessible to wheelchairs.
For your safety on very wet days or after periods of heavy rain we would advice that the gardens are not suitable for wheelchairs.
Please call if you require more specific information.
We have toilets located at the entry of the garden. Our disabled toilet is only accessible to an average sized wheelchair and not scooters.
Children should be supervised at all times. There is open water and as in all gardens there may be poisonous plants.