Knoll Gardens launches well-being programme for 2026

4
Skip to next photo
1/1
Show caption
1/1
This article is brought to you by our exclusive subscriber partnership with our sister title USA Today, and has been written by our American colleagues. It does not necessarily reflect the view of The Herald.

Knoll Gardens has unveiled a new events programme to promote wellness and nature in Dorset.

The programme for 2026 invites visitors to partake in its gardening and well-being activities.

Anchored in nature's health benefits, the programme encourages visitors to rejuvenate in its scenic backdrop of beautiful grasses and perennials.

Knoll Gardens Foundation Chair Rowena Jecock leads a bumblebee walk at Knoll Gardens (Image: Dave Peckham)

READ MORE: Medieval mischief and dark humour set to hit the stage in Dorchester this month

Professional instructors conduct weekly garden yoga sessions designed to clear your mind and re-energise your body.

Favoured by gardening enthusiasts, the Grass Masterclasses provide beneficial insight into naturalistic gardening.

These sessions are conducted by Neil Lucas, a renowned ornamental grass expert and the director of Knoll Gardens, and are open to both professional and everyday gardeners.

Participation in these classes allows for shared learning, drawing from Neil Lucas's expertise and the experiences of others present.

The new programme also sees the Knoll Gardens Foundation (KGF) presenting various seasonal workshops.

The first of these will take place on Monday, April 27.

Surrounded by natural beauty, limited spaces are available for these sessions led by Neil Lucas, Foundation Chair and Bumblebee Surveyor Rowena Jecock, and Mitch Perkins, KGF Wildlife Survey Coordinator.

The workshops offer a detailed exploration into the benefits of naturalistic gardening for both nature and wellness.

In a continuous partnership with the National Gardens Scheme (NGS), Knoll Gardens will be hosting an annual NGS Day on September 18th.

All garden entrance fees for this event will be channelled towards the NGS's nursing and health charities.

Full details of the events are available on the Knoll Gardens website.

Get involved
with the news

Send your news & photos