There’s been a bloom boom in London lately, with independent florists sprouting up all over the city. Good news for green-fingered Londoners: wreath-making workshops are also growing in popularity. Whether you’re a budding amateur or a planting pro, the city's top florists are hosting expert-led courses you can book in the run-up to Christmas. So, we’ve hand-picked the masterclasses that are in the ivy league.
Claridge’s Flowers
Where: Mayfair.
Duration: 1.5 hours.
Best for: exclusivity.
We’re no strangers to securing our members a seat at exclusive events – so it makes sense that even when it comes to wreath-making workshops, we’ve ensured they get the pick of the bunch. We work with the team to host private, expert-led sessions. The duration and location of the classes are totally tailored to you – they can even be held in your own home. But two things never change: a glass of Champagne and the donning of a Claridge’s Flowers apron.
From £220 | Various dates | claridgesflowers.co.uk
Brook St, W1K 4HR
Moyses Stevens
Where: Battersea.
Duration: 2 hours.
Best for: mulled wine and mince pies.
You’ll find Moyses Stevens Flower School bang opposite Battersea Power Station. There are plenty of courses to choose from, but our eyes are on the expert-led, two-hour session with a live demo. You’ll weave decorations like pinecones and dried oranges into your wreath whilst sipping mulled wine and nibbling on mince pies – then take the fruits of your labour home to hang up. There’s also private tuition available – paired with Champagne and canapés – if you feel like branching out.
£120 | 16th November–14th December | moysesflowers.co.uk
Circus Rd W, SW11 8EZ
McQueens
Where: Southbank.
Duration: 2 hours.
Best for: industry-leading guidance.
Since 1991, McQueens has blossomed into one of the world’s largest luxury floral design companies. So, it’s hardly surprising that its wreath-making masterclasses are among the most sought-after (and stylish) in London. Naturally, spaces for this two-hour get snapped up quickly – so book ahead to avoid festive FOMO and spend the afternoon snipping and styling your own wreath under the watchful eye of expert florists while you still can.
£250 | 22nd November–12th December | mcqueensflowers.com
21 Wootton St, SE1 8TG
Lavender Green Flowers
Where: Chelsea.
Duration: 2 hours.
Best for: getting into the Christmas spirit.
Lavender Green has long been a much-loved florist for lavish weddings and luxury events. But there’s more than beautiful bouquets on offer here: you can also spruce up your festive décor with a two-hour, step-by-step workshop to make a bespoke wreath from scratch. You and your nearest and dearest will have a jolly time adding holly, ribbons, and other seasonal decorations to the sound of Christmas music twinkling in the background.
£125 | 22nd November–6th December | lavendergreen.co.uk
239 King’s Rd, SW3 5EJ
Grace & Thorn
Where: London Fields.
Duration: 2 hours.
Best for: festive fun.
Pine-ing for a festive craft fix? Trek across town to Grace & Thorn, a studio space that may have a small team, but goes big on beautiful stems. The florists will start by showing you how it’s done, then make the rounds to offer one-to-one guidance as you moss the base, add your ribbons and seasonal foliage, and sip a glass of something sparkling. You’ll walk away with a wreath you’ll want to keep up long after Christmas.
£140 | 23rd November–21st December | graceandthorn.com
5 Mentmore Trr, E8 3PN
Petersham Nurseries
Where: Richmond.
Duration: 2.5 hours.
Best for: budding horticulturists.
Get down to the greenhouse, grab a warm mug of mulled wine, and settle in for a workshop using cinnamon sticks, dried orange slices, and fragrant pine. Petersham Nurseries is your one-stop-shop for making your home merry and bright. Alongside classic wreath-making, there’s a whole host of other workshops you can join – our favourites include scented fruit garland sessions and Christmas cracker tutorials adorned with haberdashery ribbons and pressed flowers.
From £195 | 28th November–11th December | petershamnurseries.com
