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 are required on Wednesday through Sunday.
On Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday they’re required until 3:00 PM.
On Fridays they’re required until 6:30 PM.
Friday Evenings
The garden will be open until 8pm through Labor Day.
Due to limited parking, we cannot accommodate groups on Friday evenings.
Early Saturdays in 2025
We open at 8:00am on the following Saturdays: August 2, September 6, October 4, and November 1.
Regular admission fees apply and Parking reservations are required.
House and Garden Tours
Held every Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 11am.
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Garden Highlights Tour
Held every Wednesday and Saturday at 2pm.
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Employment Opportunity
Chanticleer is looking for a Seasonal Assistant Horticulturist
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An Evening with Fergus Garrett at Chanticleer
Join us for a special evening with Fergus Garrett on July 14, 5:30-7:30pm.
Space limited, purchase tickets now.
Study Day with Fergus Garrett
Learn how to combine plants using color, shape, texture, repetition, and balance with Great Dixter House & Gardens Head Gardener Fergus Garrett.
Tuesday, July 15, 2025.
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Chanticleer In the News
High praise from The London Times.
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.
Listen to Bill Thomas on Margaret Roach's podcast, A Way to Garden, as they discuss the Biodiversity Survey.
Read the Full Report
Once Upon a Garden:
Storytime at Chanticleer
Story Time will be held at 9:30am,
on July 19 and August 9. Registration is required.
Woody Plant Conference
Join the 2025 Woody Plant Conference virtually or in-person at the
Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College.
Friday, July 18, 2025.
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Garden Design Workshop
July 26-29, 2025
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Perennial Plant Conference
Join the 2025 Perennial Plant Conference virtually or in-person at the
Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College.
Friday, October 17, 2025.
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