ONE of Northumberland’s most popular venues is holding a special masterclass for anyone who wants to add a decorative, seasonal touch to their home.
On Monday 6 October, The Northumberland Arms, at Felton, is teaming up with Gateshead-based Jasmine and Pear Flowers to hold an autumnal wreath making workshop.
And not only will each guest learn how to make their own, ready-to-hang wreath, but they will also enjoy lunch in the venue’s renowned Garden Room restaurant.
The workshop begins at 10am with tea or coffee before florist Rachael Grant demonstrates how to assemble a decorative wreath out of locally sourced and seasonal berries, foliage, dried flower heads and ferns.
Guests will each be given a circular frame packed with sphagnum moss before Rachel shows them how to attach and best display their chosen foliage and decorations.
The finished wreaths can then be tied with twine to be hung on the door – like a Christmas wreath – as a decorative autumnal focal point.
“Door wreaths have always been part of Christmas,” said Rachael, “but now we’re seeing them all year round. And a wreath made from beautiful, seasonal flowers and foliage is a gorgeous addition to your home.
“Not only will you learn new skills at the workshop, but you’ll be taking away something you can use and then re-use with different decorations each season.”
Following the workshop, a light two-course lunch will be served in the Garden Room, overlooking the River Coquet, with gluten free, vegan and vegetarian options available.
“Autumn is always a spectacular time of year in the Coquet valley said Vanessa Charlton, guest relations, at Northumberland Arms.
“And this promises to be a lovely, fun event, whether you are attending on your own or with friends or family.”
Tickets for to autumnal wreath making workshop £60pp to include lunch and all the materials needed to make a wreath to take home.
A £10pp deposit is required upon booking with the full amount due a month prior to the event. Dietary requirements must also be made clear at the time of booking.
To book, call the Northumberland Arms on 01670 787370. Limited spaces are available.
Jasmine and Pear Flowers will be returning to The Northumberland Arms with a Christmas wreath workshop on 25 November and will be holding another at its sister venue, The Blackbird, Ponteland, the following day; 26 November.
For more information visit www.northumberlandarms-felton.co.uk