250 years ago in 1776, Wellington-born physician and botanist Dr William Withering published his groundbreaking work The botanical arrangement of all the vegetables naturally growing in Great Britain. Known more simply as Withering’s Botany, this was the nation’s first modern scientific plant compendium – or ‘flora’ – and became the standard text on botany for almost a century.
Coordinated by Wellington H2A and Wellington Town Council, Flora 250 marks this anniversary with a varied programme of events taking place across the year here in Withering’s hometown. It is a celebration of a remarkable man, the plant life that he studied and the beauty of the natural world around us – from ancient woodlands to our own back gardens.
Events are being organised and hosted by several local groups and booking arrangements vary. More events may be added, so keep an eye on lovewellington.co.uk or follow Love Wellington on social media for any programme changes across the year.
Wellington Community Art Gallery will host its second seasonal exhibition of the year, showcasing a range of inspiring artwork produced by local artists on Friday 28 and Saturday 29 August […]
Jack Green the Gardener brings his highly interactive children’s show to Market Square as part of Wellington Town Council’s Urban Scarecrow Festival. Free entry, no booking required - and you […]
Friendly, relaxed workshop for adults/families. £10 per person including all materials and light refreshments. For details and booking, email wellingtoncommunityartgallery@gmail.com.
All events (unless otherwise listed) will be FREE OF CHARGE. No tickets are required. Seating for indoor events on a first-come, first-served basis.