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Floristry Reimagined – Spring Creativity & Seasonal Floral Design

Course code: P02746

Subject area: Floristry

Study level: Part Time

Course level:

Course details

Course time:

18:45 - 20:45

Days of week:

Wednesday

Course date:

14th Jan 2026 - 25th Mar 2026

Course location:

The Cherwell School

Contact details

Phone:

01235 555 585

Discover a fresh, modern approach to floristry with our Spring Floristry Course. This hands-on, non-accredited course focuses on seasonal design, sustainability, and creative expression using summer’s finest flowers and foliage. Perfect for beginners and those looking to expand their skills and develop a confident floral style.
This immersive summer floristry course blends traditional techniques with contemporary design trends, encouraging artistic expression and sustainability. You’ll work with garden-grown and foraged materials, exploring the rich textures and colours of the season.

What you’ll learn and create:- Sustainable Floristry in Summer – Ethical sourcing and working with natural mechanics- The Art of Hand-Tied Bouquets – Spiral techniques and structuring dynamic summer arrangements- Foam-Free Floral Design – Creating long-lasting designs without floral foam- Foraging & Working with Texture – Selecting natural elements to add depth and interest- Personal Expression in Floristry – Developing your own style through composition and materials- Flower Care & Conditioning – Maximising the lifespan of your creations- Planning & Preparation – How to plan ahead and choose the best materials to bring your ideas to life- Each session is interactive and practical, ensuring you leave with knowledge and floral pieces to take home.- Workshop duration: Full day (with a lunch break)

What to bring:- Pen and notebook- Floristry scissors or secateurs- String or twine- A camera (optional)- An apron (recommended)

All other materials will be provided.

What next?
After the course you may wish to continue on a further floristry course to extend your floristry knowledge – perhaps to gain a qualification or pursue a career in floristry. Abingdon and Witney College provide some accredited courses leading to possible careers or self-employment in floristry.
Entry criteria
All welcome
Fee information
As part of your course we may organise trips to assist you with your learning. Trips are optional, and you will not be penalised if you choose not to participate.

There are bursaries available to help you with other course costs. Call 01235 216 212 for more information.

The rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions staff on 01235 216 400 to discuss your options. You can find more information on our Fees and Bursaries page - search "Fees and Bursaries" at the top of the page.

19+ Fee:

£192.00

19+ Reduced Fee:

£96.00

Learning & method assessment
You will learn through practical experimentation with tutor demonstration and 1:1 support. To track your progress and achievement you will be required to complete a short document.