FOUNDATION FLORISTRY COURSE
(5 DAYS)

Career Course - Foundation Floristry Course
 
 

Foundation Floristry Course (5 Days)

A comprehensive introduction to essential floristry techniques, designed to build confidence, skill, and a strong technical foundation.

 

Who this course is designed for

  • Beginners with little or no prior floristry experience

  • Career changers considering professional floristry

  • Hobbyists seeking a structured, professional grounding

 

What you’ll learn

  • Flower care, conditioning, and storage

  • Professional tools and basic mechanics

  • Hand-tied bouquets and gift arrangements

  • Simple table and vase designs

  • Colour awareness and seasonal flower selection

  • Good workflow and preparation habits


You may be introduced to wedding and sympathy flowers at a fundamental level, but this course focuses on core techniques rather than specialisms.


What this course does not cover

  • Large-scale installations

  • Arches or structural event work

  • Advanced wedding or event mechanics

 

Progression after this course

After completing the Foundation Floristry Course, students may choose to progress to:

  • Wedding & Event Floristry Essentials

  • Funeral Floristry Essentials

  • Professional Floristry Course

 

What’s Included

  • All flowers, foliage and sundries

  • Use of professional tools

  • Course handbook and notes

  • Tea, coffee & biscuits (please bring your own lunch)

 

Course Details

  • Duration: 5 consecutive days (Mon–Fri, 10am – 4pm)

  • Location: The UK Flower School, Henham, Essex (CM22 6BJ)

  • Group Size: Max 10 students

 

Upcoming Dates

  • Monday 26th January – Friday 30th January 2026

  • Monday 13th April – Friday 17th April 2026

  • Monday 7th September – Friday 11th September 2026

 

Price

£1,195 (VAT included)

 

Booking Fee

A 50 % non‑refundable booking fee is required to secure your place. The remaining balance is due 14 days before the course begins.

 

How to Book

Spaces are limited and fill quickly. To sign up, please visit our BOOK NOW page and complete the booking form.

 

International Students

We welcome students from around the world. The school is:

  • Just 10 minutes from Elsenham Train Station (direct to London Liverpool Street)

  • 10 minutes from London Stansted Airport, making it easy to fly in from Europe or further afield

  • Located in the beautiful Essex countryside – a calm, inspiring base for your learning


We are happy to recommend local accommodation options (including B&Bs, hotels near Stansted Airport and nearby village inns). Please note that accommodation is paid for separately by students and is booked entirely at your own discretion.