Leeds Castle, Kent

WILLOW CONICAL Using traditional basketry techniques learn how to weave a strong willow tipi to support climbing plants and add structure to borders.
10.30am to 1pm £20 per person. A valid admission ticket is also required.
... WILLOW SPHERE Learn how to make a willow sphere. Firstly making a strong frame with willow hoops and then filling the shape using a scribbling technique with the willow.
2pm to 4.30pm £20 per person. A valid admission ticket is also required.
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CountryBaskets will once again be decorating the Barbican for the Festival of Flowers (15 - 20 September).
Really looking forward to seeing the design that has been inspired by the gorgeous hats worn during Royal Ascot.
https://leeds-castle.com/What%E2%80%99 /Festival+of+Flowers/

The Gardens of Leeds Castle are bursting with colour.
Join us for the last Gardens Tour of the year on 19th September. Enjoy a fascinating and fragrant walk through the Castle's varied gardens with a member of the Gardening Team.
Full information: https://leeds-castle.com//Tours,+Ta /Glorious+Gardens+Tour/

It's not long until Leeds Castle's Festival of Flowers 2018 gets underway.
This year, there will be 23 floral displays from a wealth of talent, ranging from international, award-winning and Kent-based floral designers.
Head over to the Pavilion Lawn during your visit to hear expert talks and insightful demonstrations in the Festival Marquee.
... It is also your chance to discover the trade stands that will be selling a variety of great products throughout the week. During the event, there will be pop-up catering and live music from Fred Clark to enjoy.
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Hello September.
It won't be long until the Estate is filled with the sights of Autumn.

Have you registered for your place at the first ever Leeds Castle 10k run?
Join us on September 30th and enjoy your run across the wider estate, with some stunning views of the historic Castle from the parkland.
Every competitor will receive a medal at the finish line.
... Alternatively, join the Leeds Castle Family Fun Run on the same day.
https://leeds-castle.com/What%E2%80%99s+O n/Sport/
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"I've never seen anything quite like it" - Mary Berry, Festival of Flowers 2017
At last year's Festival of Flowers, we welcomed Mary Berry to the Castle as she filmed with renowned Floral Designer, Simon Lycett.
Join us for this year's Festival between 15th - 20th September and don't forget the event is included with your ticket to Leeds Castle!
... https://www.leeds-castle.com/ÔǪ/FeatureÔ Çª/Festival+of+Flowers/
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STOP THE PRESS!
Leeds Castle launches national children's story writing competition with special judge; children's author and renowned broadcaster Clare Balding.
Children all over Britain are invited to write a short story about Castles and Time Travel in honour of the Castle's 900th birthday in 2019.
... The two winning stories picked by our judges, and will go into a time capsule to be buried by the winning children and HRH Princess Alexandra and only opened again in 100 yearsÔÇÖ time.
Closing date for the competition is 5th March 2019
Full information and to enter: leeds-castle.com/Education/storywriting