The Floristry School
Welcome to The Flower Alchemist Floristry School, Sussex
At The Flower Alchemist, we are dedicated to providing an exceptional learning experience for every student. Our classes are designed to be fun, informative, and relaxed, with a friendly and supportive atmosphere. Through our generous and thorough teaching style, we share our expertise, demonstrating the correct techniques and mechanics that form the foundation of exceptional floral design.
Our courses cater to all levels—from complete beginners to advanced florists—and include all materials needed to create your floral masterpieces. Whether you’re joining as a group, a couple, or attending solo, you’ll enjoy a hands-on experience with locally sourced flowers whenever possible, all set within our beautiful East Sussex studio.
We aim to inspire, encourage, and offer a mindful and immersive experience, letting creativity flourish in the tranquil surroundings of the Sussex countryside.
Recognised as the leading floristry school in the South East of England, we are conveniently located near the mainline train to London (Robertsbridge). Our studio address is: Slides Farm, Silverhill, Robertsbridge, East Sussex TN32 5PA
All upcoming workshops and courses are listed below. Click on a workshop to discover more details and secure your place.
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What People Are Saying
Thank you, Lucinda, for a wonderful peony workshop. You made it such great fun and we learnt so much from your floristry tips. Pimms and chocolate cake too! We are definitely coming back for another session, not to be missed! My arrangement survived the trip home without any problems and I'm delighted that your workshop was so generous in every respect.
— Kate
“Thank you so much to Lucinda for a brilliant workshop. We were shown how to select, prepare and tie our flowers to make a spiral tied bouquet. It was lovely to spend a morning in a flower-filled room and have a beautiful bouquet to take home. Thank you also to Sugar and Spice Cakes for bringing delicious cupcakes’”
— Emma
“My friend and I travelled down from London and arrived in a beautiful quintessential part of East Sussex. A gorgeous workshop tucked away on a farm in Mark Cross where we were greeted by the lovely florist Lucinda. We were so impressed with the wonderful choice of flowers we could work with. Lucinda was extremely friendly, attentive and taught us the skills to make our beautiful bouquets. The early start from London was so worth it and the yummy cake and tea after was a real treat. I highly recommend the workshop and will be booking again with friends.”
— Sarah
“Couldn’t be a much better way to spend a drizzly Saturday morning than at the studio of The Flower Alchemist learning how to make a hand-tied bouquet. An abundance of beautiful blooms and Lucinda’s inspiring, patient teaching – pretty pleased with the results. Added nous of cupcakes from the talented Sugar and Spice Cakes – such a treat!”
— Phillipa
“Just the best way to spend a drizzly Saturday morning learning how to do a spiral hand tie. Lucinda at The Flower Alchemist is amazing. Her passion and enthusiasm abound. Clear and concise instructions and relaxed delivery make for these workshops, a sheer joy. Thank you lovely for a really fab morning.”
— Pippa
“I must have flowers, always, and always.”
— Claude Monet