Stroll through the gardens in winter and explore our Festive Market, featuring seasonal treats, and a vibrant display by our Artist of the Month, Sarina Mantle, and 2024-25 Artist in Residence, Vivienne Schadinsky.
This December, OmVed Gardens opens its gates for a special Festive Market & Open Gardens, a rare chance to explore the gardens in winter stillness and embrace the spirit of the season. Discover our Artist of the Month, Sarina Mantle, whose vibrant work brings a splash of colour to the Barn, and browse our selection of OmVed Gardens conscious gifts, including works by artist Vivienne Schadinsky, books from OmVed friends and collaborators, seasonal treats and kitchen delights perfect for festive giving.
Whether you’re here for a quiet wander, a warming herbal tea, or to meet our guest artists, this festive Open Saturday is a chance to slow down, savour the season, and connect with nature at its most peaceful.
Event Highlights
Kitchen Refreshments – Warm up in the Barn kitchen with seasonal treats made from locally sourced ingredients, from spiced herbal teas to freshly baked goods.
Barn – Meet our guest artists, Sarina Mantle and Vivienne Schadinsky, and explore their work.
Christmas Conscious Gifts – Browse our OmVed Gardens Conscious Gifts - including art, books and seasonal preserves.
Family Festive Card-Making Workshop with Botanical Inks from 11 to 1pm. Prebook tickets here
Sky Garden – Climb the stairs to the left of the Barn entrance and explore the kitchen’s rooftop garden with its winter planting.
Seed Library – Discover the home of our seed catalogue and Seed Saving Network, and how to get involved.
About OmVed Gardens:
OmVed Gardens is a garden, exhibition, events, and learning space in North London exploring food, ecology, and creativity for climate resilience. Through regenerative gardening, seed saving, and food advocacy, we support communities, enhance biodiversity, and promote ecological education through creative practice.
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Please note: Wheelchair access across the site is currently limited while landscape works are underway and will be fully completed by the end of 2025. For events, there is drop-off access by car to the Barn main building. If you require wheelchair drop-off, please get in touch with us ahead of time. There is an accessible toilet located inside the Barn.
