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MIGHTY PERENNIAL PARTERRE STARS with Kate Harrison

The Parterre on the south side of the castle ruin takes the place of what were pure lawns. Dan Pearson created the area in a woolly style to echo the sense of ruin in the castle itself. Gardener Kate Harrison will take visitors on a journey round the late-season perennial stalwarts and highlight how the floral season is extended by dipping into a prairie-style plant palette. Kate will also cover the promotion of soil health in this garden.

Free with admission to the Castle & Gardens.

To book your place, please click here.

CAFÉ TALK
September 22nd, 2026
10:00am for 10:15am
Sculpture Gallery

BEEKEEPING & BEES with Josh Frazer

In 2019, Jim Lowther began to turn his passion for bees into a business. The Lake District Honey Co. is now an established brand, Jim’s bees foraging on the fells, heather and blossom across the Lowther Estate.

Head Beekeeper Josh Frazer, who manages the company, will draw on a decade of his commercial beekeeping experience to share insights into life inside the hive and the craft of producing premium honey. Josh will be joined by his apprentice Ellie Craig, who offers a fresh perspective on learning the art of beekeeping.

To book your free place, please click here.

GARDEN TALK
October 15th, 2026
2:00-2:30pm
Meeting point: Heronry

EVERYTHING BENJES with Andrew Sagar

As part of the initiative within the gardens to adopt fully sustainable practices, the gardening team has created a Benjes hedge. Senior Gardner Andrew Sagar will talk visitors through the construction of the Benjes hedge, also known as a ‘dead hedge’. It is an excellent example of how to recycle waste materials whilst also providing invaluable habitats for garden wildlife.

Free with admission to the Castle & Gardens.

To book your place, please click here.

A Winter Light Trail in the Lake District

Beginning on the 14th November 2026, Lowther Castle & Gardens will be transformed into a breathtaking illuminated wonderland as we launch our brand-new festive experience, Lights of Lowther. From towering trees bathed in colour to the dramatic gothic castle ruins, Lights of Lowther promises an unforgettable evening of light, music and festivities for visitors of all ages.

Find out more here.

Apples, Orchards & Haystacks

24th September 2026 From 2pm

Join our Deputy Head Gardener Tom and our Ecology Horticulturist Rachel for an educational afternoon in our orchard. Learn about the variety of apples we grow, how we care for them in the Cumbrian climate and how we make the best use of the space by utilising the hay for our wildlife.

We will provide you with one of our beautiful Lowther branded re-useable shoppers which retail at £8.99, (and are made from recycled plastic) to pick your own apples to take home with you.

The session starts at 2pm but please feel free to arrive earlier and visit the castle and gardens.

Adults – £22

Child – £14

Discount available for members

You can book here