Whilst in 2026, there are lots of Sussex Christmas wreath making workshops, they are very popular and sell out fast. You need check availability and what is included before booking.
Sussex wreath making workshops have never been as popular or important as we fall back in love with nature over artificial wreaths. But places fill up fast. Here are 20 workshops from across the county to help get you in the Christmas spirit.
West Sussex wreath making workshops
In no particular order, here are just some of the West Sussex Christmas wreath making workshops:
Midhurst
Christmas wreath making and lunch
What about a festive two-hour workshop, run by local florist, Hattie & Flo, followed by a delicious lunch at The Spread Eagle in Midhurst? Part of an award-winning team at Chelsea Flower Show, with over 20 year’s experience let the florists guide you step by step through the making of your own stunning creation. Please arrive by 9.45am for a prompt 10am start. Your two hour workshop will be followed by a delicious two course lunch with a glass of Sussex sparkling wine at 12 noon.
Workshop dates: 28 November to 2 December 2026.
Booking required.
Chichester Cathedral
Join Floral Decorator, Paul Hawkins for a an exclusive wreath making workshop in the cathedral’s South Transept. Includes a light lunch.
Workshop dates: 17 November 2026. Limited places.
Booking required.
Arundel
Begin the festive season with a relaxing and creative Christmas Wreath Making Experience at the Norfolk Arms Hotel in Arundel. includes bottomless Prosecco and Christmas treats!
Workshop dates: 20 and 28 November and 5 December 2026.
Booking required.
Steyning
Being held at The Artisan Bakehouse, just outside Steyning, enjoy wreath making with local florist, Sam Green from The Crazy Daisy Company. If weather permits you can even forage in the garden here for extra fresh greenery! After the 2 hour wreath making, you finish with a 2 course festive lunch with wine/soft drink/tea & coffee.
Workshop dates: 2 to 4 December and 9 to 11 December 2026.
Booking required.
Horsham
At Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens, they will be hosting wreath workshops along with mince pies and mulled wine.
Workshop dates: 26 to 29 November and 3 to 6 December 2026.
Booking required.
Worthing
Being held at the Thomas a Becket, this promises to be a fun and relaxed wreath making workshop where you’ll design your own beautiful Christmas wreath using fresh seasonal foliage and decorative touches.
Workshop dates: 3, 4 and 13 December 2026.
Booking required.
Petworth
Get into the festive spirit and add some style to your Christmas cheer at Petworth House. Start by making your own wreath base from willow, which can be used year after year. Then learn how to finish your wreath using foliage collected from the grounds of Petworth. You are welcome to bring any other unique Christmas decoration pieces you would like to add to your wreath. Includes a hot drink and mince pie. Our workshops are suitable for all skill levels. All materials will be provided.
Workshop dates: 2, 6 and 6 December 2026.
Booking required.
Shoreham
Held at The Ropetackle Arts Centre you will learn the traditional moss based method to create your very own festive Christmas wreath. You will start by mossing copper ring bases and then let the magic begin and transform it with a variety of evergreen foliage, berries, dried fruits, pine cones, and some gorgeous festive accessories. The wreaths are then finished with a choice of festive ribbons and ready for hanging on your front door.
Workshop dates: 21 November 2026.
Booking required.
Haywards Heath
Get into the festive spirit during this relaxed two-hour workshop, taking place in the Animal Room inside Borde Hill House, where you will create a traditional 14″ moss-based wreath to hang on your front door or to give as a present.
Workshop dates: 25 and 26 November and 2 and 3 December 2026.
Booking required.
Hassocks
Create your own beautiful traditional wreath with fresh seasonal foliage, ribbon, oranges, cinnamon, pine and eucalyptus. Experience the joy of creating your own Christmas home decor at Chirpee Flowers’ professional workshop in Hassocks. They also have an advent wreath workshop on 21 November 2026).
Workshop dates: 14 November 2026.
Booking required.
East Sussex wreath making workshops
There are lots of East Sussex Christmas wreath making workshops too:
Eastbourne
Get into the Christmas spirit with a wonderfully festive experience filled with wreath making, creativity and seasonal treats at The View Hotel Eastbourne. Led by the talented Miranda of Flutterby Events, you’ll create your own beautiful Christmas wreath to take home. Once your wreath is complete, continue the festivities at your reserved table, where you’ll enjoy a delicious festive cream tea overlooking the Eastbourne seafront.
Workshop dates: 15 November 2026.
Booking required.
Brighton
Craft your own Christmas wreath with guided tuition, prosecco, and festive cheer – in aid the charity Lunch Positive, all held at at The Grosvenor. This event is organised by patrons of The Grosvenor Bar, with all profits going directly to Lunch Positive, supporting people living with HIV.
Workshop dates: 5 December 2026.
Booking required.
Alfriston
The Alfriston’s annual wreath making returns with a festive afternoon tea to match. Build your own Christmas wreath with guidance, then sit down to tea and cake.
Workshop dates: 28 November 2026.
Booking required.
Lewes (Blackboys)
Workshop dates: 30 November. and 3 to 5, and 8 70 10 December 2026.
Booking required.
Ashburnham Place
Workshop dates: 26 and 28 November and 1 and 3 December 2026.
Booking required.
Rye Harbour Discovery Centre
Join Lidiia, a florist from Ukraine, who’ll teach you how to create a stunning, colourful Christmas wreath to be proud of this festive season! You’ll use fir sprigs, coloured foliage and seed heads to make a stylish natural wreath to decorate your home. Embellish your unique decoration with a gorgeous cotton fabric bow, maybe even a tinkling bell, a Ukrainian symbol of peace and unity.
Workshop dates: 29 November 2026.
Booking required.
Hastings
Being held in the Old Town at the gorgeous Shimizu Flowers, contact them for more information.
Workshop dates: 28 November and 5 December 2026.
Hartfield
Make your way to The Oast Studio and make your own wreath. The folks here will gather all the greenery for you and guide you through making a fabulous wreath step by step.
Workshop dates: 26 and 27 November 2026.
Booking required.
Ditchling
A fun and creative workshop in The Tasting Room at Everflyht. Learn how to make a luxury moss-based Christmas wreath for your door. Led by local florist Bryony Mae Flowers, you will create your eco-friendly wreath, providing all materials, including a wide choice of scented evergreen foliage, eucalyptus, fresh berries and dried goodies like cinnamon, orange slices, fir cones, moss and luxury ribbons (and more!). Included is tea, coffee, mince pies and a delicious glass of Everflyht.
Workshop dates: 28 November 2026.
Booking required.
East Grinstead
Held at the Garden Room Crafts, in this popular workshop, you will learn how to make, from scratch a beautiful fresh Christmas wreath. Every element needed is provided meaning you can just turn up and enjoy the process. Foliage and decorations are plentiful enabling you to create your own design.
Workshop dates: TBC
Booking required.
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