FOBS - Sheffield Botanical Gardens

05/09/2026

🌿 A Weekend of Art in the Gardens 🎨

A few FOBs volunteers went to the preview evening of Art in the Gardens. There is a real treat in store for anyone going over the weekend.

The stunning elephant tower was made by David Mayne, the sculptor who made our very own bear in the Bear Pit.

Some of us couldn’t resist trying the badger go-kart, promoting Roundabout, a charity working with homeless young people in South Yorkshire.

The Pavilions are the perfect place to showcase art, see many original pieces and talk to the artists.

The Mayor and Lady Mayoress enjoyed a preview tour of the Gardens.

There are plant stalls, jewellers, refreshments and many, many artists to enjoy over the weekend. 🌿🎨

📝📷Thanks to Christine Rose

04/09/2026

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As Art in the Gardens takes over the FOBS - Sheffield Botanical Gardens this weekend, here's a few things you should know:

~The Gardens will be closed to the public from Friday 4 to Sun 6 September.
~The event takes place on Saturday 5 & Sunday 6 September, when ticket holders only will be admitted access into the Gardens.
~Our onsite cafe Joni remains open throughout the weekend as normal
~Tickets are still available for those who would like to attend across the weekend https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/art-in-the-garden-2026-tickets-1989292320882
~An exhibition will also be on display in the Dorothy Fox Education Centre on Saturday and Sunday, featuring artwork created during classes in the centre, please drop in
~Event parking is not available, we encourage the use of public transport or active travel wherever possible

03/09/2026

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01/09/2026

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Thank you for being part of our FOBS community and for making it so special. 💚

What a wonderful way to start September! 🌱

29/08/2026

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29/08/2026

🌸 Summer ‘Painting with Flowers’ Tour 🎨

Twenty visitors joined us on August 25th.

We started with a quote from Claude Monet: ‘My garden is my most beautiful work of art.’ 🎨

Using viewfinders, we explored the Award of Garden Merit borders to see how Klimt might have been inspired for his painting Flower Garden (1907). 🌼

Eric Ravilious used acanthus, or ‘bear’s breeches’, to paint the structural leaves, which can also be seen carved into the columns of the Pavilions. 🌿 Inside, we shared a painting of bananas by Gwendoline Clarine Knight, an American artist born in Bridgetown in 1913. 🍌 Cacti were used by Frida Kahlo in The Love Embrace. 🌵

Back outside, the tropical bed reminded us of paintings by Henri Rousseau, who, in spite of never having left France, painted many jungle scenes, including The Snake Charmer and Adam and Eve. 🌴🖼️

We talked about many other artists as we walked around – a perfect way to pass an hour on a lovely summer afternoon. ☀️🌸

📸 Thanks to Christine Rose, Romey and Nicola
📝Thanks to Christine Rose

27/08/2026

24/08/2026

🌿 Join us at Sheffield Botanical Gardens! 🌿

📣 Talk: All About Woodseats Community Garden
📅 Tuesday 25 August | 10:30 am–12:00 pm

Join Nathan (Nate), co-founder and current chair of Woodseats Community Garden, to hear about this community-led project and how it has transformed an underused field into a thriving space where biodiversity, education and wellbeing come together. 🌱

🌸 Public Guided Tour: Summer Flowers & Art
📅 Tuesday 25 August | 1:00 pm

Join us for a one-hour guided tour around Sheffield Botanical Gardens, exploring how beautiful summer flowers inspire art. 🎨🌺

📍 Meet at the entrance to the Dorothy Fox Education Centre, at the top of the slope from the Thompson Road gates, off Ecclesall Road.

No booking required, just turn up!

Why not join us for both? We’d love to see you there! 💚

14/08/2026

Looking for a walk that takes in architecture and beautiful gardens?

Have a look at our new leaflet, which takes you on a journey from Broomhill Library, through the Botanical Gardens, and finishes in the General Cemetery. It’s full of interesting facts about the Bear Pit, the Rose Gardens and Pan Statue, as well as the Pavilions and other places.

You can find the leaflet near the entrance to the Pavilions.

While you’re in there, check out some of the fabulous flowers, including the Kahili Ginger, the banana flower, some cannas, Abutilons, and a protea. 🌺🌿

📷📝 Many thanks to Christine Rose

09/08/2026

📅 TOMORROW: History of Wentworth Woodhouse Before the Trust – Part 1

Join us for an engaging talk exploring the history of Wentworth Woodhouse before the Trust.

Drawing on his years of experience at Wentworth Woodhouse, David Allot will share the story of the house and the journey that led him to become part of its remarkable history.

📅 Date: Monday 10 August
🕢 Time: 7:30–9:00 pm
📍 Venue: Dorothy Fox Education Centre - Sheffield Botanical Gardens
🎟️ Friends can join free of charge. Members of the public £5.

We look forward to seeing you there!