Workshops at Chanticleer

Garden Design Workshop with Annie Guilfoyle

Saturday to Tuesday, July 26-29, 9am - 5:30pm

Learn about designing gardens with acclaimed British designer, Annie Guilfoyle. This carefully crafted course will guide you through each stage of the design process, beginning with the fundamentals of surveying and site analysis. Followed by essential techniques of how to initiate the design, where to find inspiration, and how to develop a creative concept into a stunning garden.

Together with the Chanticleer staff, Annie will focus on ways of achieving imaginative ideas for hardscaping, along with how to perfect dazzling planting combinations and realize innovative designs for original furniture and sculpture.

This course is ideally suited to students of garden and landscape design and people working in the garden industry, or for those who simply want to redesign their own garden capturing the essence of Chanticleer under Annie's guidance. The course includes practical studio sessions, lectures and demonstrations, garden walks, and critical analysis. Annie will be including up-to-date information and inspiration about what is happening on the UK garden scene.

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Capturing the Beauty of Gardens: with photographer Rob Cardillo

Friday to Sunday, October 24-26, 2025

Compelling images emerge when a fully engaged mind and clear eyes combine with excellent camera technique. This workshop will help you discover and express your personal vision of garden beauty through new tools, ideas, and experiences. We'll be photographing during the golden hours at one of the world's premier gardens—expect to capture dramatic moments!

The weekend begins Friday afternoon with a welcome reception where you'll meet Rob and fellow participants. Following this, Rob will present on photographic design principles to set the foundation for the workshop. Participants will have exclusive early access to the garden on both Saturday and Sunday before it opens to the public. Afternoon sessions will provide ample time for editing, discussion, and group critiques.

This workshop welcomes all skill levels but is best suited for photographers who are already comfortable operating their equipment. All cameras (including smartphones) are welcome.

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If you have questions about Chanticleer Workshops or if you wish to register by phone, please contact Erin Dougherty, Public Programs Manager at edougherty@chanticleergarden.org.

Opening Times

Wednesday - Sunday

10am - 5pm

Parking reservations required until
3pm, Wednesdays-Sundays.
Guests can arrive after 3pm without a reservation.

Picnicking is permitted only in the picnic areas.
We ask guests to carry out what they bring in.

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News & Events

Biodiversity Survey

We are proud to announce the release of our Biodiversity Survey, which outlines the impact that our garden has on the insect and animal populations that we intersect with.

Read the Full Report

Once Upon a Garden:
Storytime at Chanticleer

Story Time will be held at 9:30am,
on April 26.
Registration is required.

Garden Design Workshop

July 26-29, 2025
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