Fruit Pruning

🍎 Winter Fruit Pruning Day with Chris Bird

Minstead Study Centre

Join us for a practical and informative day exploring the art of fruit pruning with Chris Bird, Senior Tutor at Sparsholt College, multiple RHS Chelsea Flower Show Gold Medal winner, and author of The Fundamentals of Horticulture.

Whether you're looking to improve the productivity of your fruit trees or gain confidence in maintaining your garden, this hands-on workshop will provide expert guidance and plenty of practical experience.

📅 Saturday 7 February 2026
🕙 10:00am to 3:00pm
📍 Minstead Study Centre, New Forest
💷 £65 per person

What You'll Learn

During the day, Chris will introduce a range of essential pruning techniques and demonstrate best practice for:

• Apples
• Pears
• Raspberries
• Blackcurrants

You will learn why pruning is important, when to prune different fruit crops, and how to encourage healthy growth and improved harvests.

What to Bring

🔧 Your own pruning tools (a limited selection will be available to borrow)
🥾 Suitable outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear
🥪 A packed lunch

☕ Tea and coffee will be provided throughout the day.

Who Is This Course For?

Suitable for gardeners of all abilities, from complete beginners to experienced growers wishing to refresh their skills and learn from one of the UK's leading horticultural experts.