A day of inspiration and invaluable tips from the experts in modern meadow creation. This masterclass is designed for all professionals who would like to learn about meadows, and their creation and maintenance. You will be enthralled listening to global leaders in the field of naturalistic planting together with the UK’s leading exponents in the art of wildlife gardening. We will also give you the opportunity to see more of the research work we are carrying out on the site here in Sheffield.

We will have talks from Professor Nigel Dunnet, The Butterfly Brothers and Professor James Hitchmough, as well as experts from Pictorial Meadows.

0930 – Registration and Coffee

0945 – The Pictorial Meadows Story; Professor Nigel Dunnett

1030 – Wildlife and Meadows in Perfect Harmony – The Butterfly Brothers

1115 – Practical Sessions

Helen Hoyle, Michael Livingstone, Helen McNally, Dan Cornwell

(1230 – 1330 Buffet Lunch)

1415 – 1445 – Mediterranean Meadows – Miguel Garcia

1445 – 1530 – Meadowology – Professor James Hitchmough

1530 – 1600 – Group Discussion and Wrap Up