Bonsai Events, Shows & Workshops in the Midlands

Redditch Bonsai Society is an active bonsai club based in the Midlands, hosting regular workshops, shows, critiques and public bonsai events throughout the year.
Our programme brings together a wide range of bonsai styles, experience levels and approaches, with an emphasis on practical learning and shared enjoyment of the art.

2026 Programme Now Available!

Workshops, Shows & Bonsai Events Throughout the Year

From hands-on workshops and member forums to seasonal exhibitions and joint events with other bonsai societies, Redditch Bonsai Society offers
multiple ways to experience bonsai in practice. Many of our events are open to visitors and guests, making them an easy entry point
for anyone curious about bonsai.

Upcoming Bonsai Society Meetings

Upcoming events and meetings are listed here. You can scroll horizontally to see more.

Hands repotting a bonsai tree on a workshop table with soil, pots, sieves, and tools nearby, representing a Redditch Bonsai Society hands-on repotting workshop.

February 19th 2026

Hands-on bonsai repotting workshop covering timing, root work, soil choice, and preparation for the growing season.

Bonsai trees labelled for sale on a table with bidding cards and tools visible, representing a Redditch Bonsai Society AGM followed by a bonsai auction with refreshments and member-contributed items. 19th March 2026

19th March 2026

Annual General Meeting followed by a popular bonsai auction. Auction items welcome and refreshments available.

Redditch bonsai Society event April 16th 2026 workshop and tree auction

16th April 2026

Small-group bonsai workshops with member material, spring displays, and an auction of trees.

Two bonsai trees on a wooden table, one in blossom and one with fresh green foliage, with bonsai tools nearby and a mentor guiding a participant, representing a Redditch Bonsai Society May 21, 2026 workshop and critique session.

21st May 2026

Review progress on your developing bonsai and prepare trees for exhibition with guided critique and discussion.

Bonsai trees and group plantings displayed on tables inside a botanical garden setting with visitors in the background, representing the Midlands Bonsai Society annual event supported by Redditch Bonsai Society.

7th June 2026

Joint bonsai exhibition at Birmingham Botanical Gardens with Midlands Bonsai Society, supported by RBS.

Table display of bonsai accent elements including moss, a small fern, a flowering accent plant, and a suiseki stone arranged on a wooden surface, representing a Redditch Bonsai Society meeting focused on display and presentation.

18th June 2026

Explore mosses, accent plants, and suiseki, and how they enhance bonsai display and seasonal presentation.

Three bonsai trees displayed on stands with summer foliage against a soft garden background, representing a Redditch Bonsai Society post-show review and critique evening led by Malcolm Hughes.

16th July 2026

A reflective post-show evening reviewing exhibited trees, exploring what worked, what didn’t, and discussing current developments in bonsai practice.

Bonsai trees with unconventional shapes and unusual design features displayed on a workshop table, including dramatic trunk movement, asymmetry, and non-traditional styling, representing a Redditch Bonsai Society hands-on workshop focused on creative bonsai design.

20th August 2026

Hands-on bonsai workshop focusing on unusual tree shapes, dramatic movement, and unconventional design, encouraging creative development at any stage.

Assortment of bonsai pots in different shapes and sizes displayed alongside bonsai trees and a washing-up bowl used as a training container, representing a Redditch Bonsai Society meeting focused on selecting the perfect pot for bonsai.

17th September 2026

A practical session on choosing the right bonsai pot. Bring empty pots or trees and explore proportion, colour, function, and development stage.

Bonsai trees displayed with autumn foliage showing reds, oranges, yellows, and berries on a show table, representing a Redditch Bonsai Society autumn colour exhibition with entries across multiple categories.

15th October 2026

An autumn bonsai show celebrating seasonal colour and character, with public voting across multiple categories including starter trees and group plantings.

Bonsai trees arranged on a table during a group discussion, with notebooks and tools nearby, representing a Redditch Bonsai Society members’ forum focused on tree presentation and winter care advice.

19th November 2026

Member-led forum featuring favourite trees, problem trees, and shared discussion on winter protection, design challenges, and tree health.

Redditch Bonsai Society meet at 7:30pm on the third Thursday of each month at Webheath village Hall.
Members and guests are encouraged to bring trees to work on, or seek advice for.
New members always welcome.

Open Bonsai Events for Beginners, Enthusiasts & Visitors

Based in Redditch and serving the wider Midlands, Redditch Bonsai has built a strong reputation through consistent events and high-quality displays. Whether you are completely new to bonsai or already developing trees, our events provide inspiration,
practical insight and a welcoming environment.
We have members from across the West Midlands including Birmingham, Wolverhampton, Redditch, Evesham, and the surrounding villages.

Recent Posts

News: Redditch Bonsai Society & Midlands Bonsai Society — Joint News (January 2026

Catch up on the January 2026 Joint Newsletter from RBS and MBS — AGM news, 2026 meeting programmes, charity fundraising, and practical winter bonsai advice.

News: 7th June 2026

Joint bonsai exhibition at Birmingham Botanical Gardens with Midlands Bonsai Society, supported by RBS.

News: April Roundup

Wiring Workshop. After a brief introduction speech from club secretary, Richard Gilkes on the subject of wiring and why we wire trees, members got busy with a range of work, from repotting to wiring. Further donated items from the family of John Clarke were offered to members including landscape creations, ornaments, and seisuki. A guest […]

News: March Roundup

Repotting Workshop with David Cheshire. March was a repotting workshop. A decent turnout saw members bring repotting supplies and get to work on trees. David Cheshire was on hand to provide advice with problem trees, tricky repots, and general bonsai knowledge. Dozens of pots from the late John Clarke have been donated to the society […]