Cupcake Decorating Workshops
27 February at 10:00 - 13:00 | 24 April at 10:30 - 13:00 | 16 May at 10:00 - 13:00 | 13 June at 10:30 - 13:30
Following a series of sold-out sessions in 2025, we’re thrilled to welcome Zoe from Bouquet Bakes back to Leonardslee for another season of inspiring cupcake decorating workshops.
Whether you're just starting out, love to bake for fun, or have some experience under your belt, these hands-on workshops are a fantastic way to learn new skills, boost your confidence, and get creative with buttercream.
Each session is packed with expert tips and plenty of guidance as you learn to pipe beautiful floral and foliage designs using specialist nozzles. You’ll leave with a box of your own decorated cupcakes to wow friends and family – and of course, enjoy yourself!
Take a look at our upcoming workshop themes and pick the one (or more!) that inspires you below.
27 February | Floral Cupcake & Bouquet- Making Workshop
24 April | Spring Flowers Buttercream Cupcakes
16 May | Floral Cupcake & Bouquet-Making Workshop
13 June | Summer Blooms Buttercream Cupcakes
All cupcakes will be freshly baked and ready for you to decorate. Just bring your enthusiasm and an apron (things can get a little messy) – everything else is provided.
Spaces are limited and tend to go quickly, so early booking is recommended!
From £75 per person | 10% off for Leonardslee members | Garden entry included | Tea & Coffee will be provided throughout the workshop | Free parking for members | Parking information
*Previous workshops at Leonardslee
Floral Cupcake & Bouquet-Making Workshop
27 February & 16 May | 10:00 – 13:00
Perfect for individuals, friends or as a thoughtful gift idea. Enjoy a relaxed and creative morning at Leonardslee as you learn to pipe and arrange your own edible bouquet.
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll decorate seven stunning floral cupcakes using a range of buttercream piping techniques, then bring them all together to form a beautiful, gift-worthy cupcake bouquet.
This class is ideal for beginners and those with a little experience. With expert guidance every step of the way, you’ll master a variety of floral designs and bouquet assembly, all in a fun and welcoming setting.
All tools, piping tips and materials are provided, with step-by-step tuition throughout - participants just need to bring an apron. You’ll leave with a handcrafted cupcake bouquet to take home and enjoy.
£95 per person |10% off for Leonardslee members | Garden entry included
Spring Flowers Buttercream Cupcakes
24 April at 10:30 – 13:00
Take a little time out this spring and join Bouquet Bakes for a 2.5-hour buttercream flower workshop. It’s a calm, friendly session where you’ll learn how to pipe pretty spring blooms and decorate 6 cupcakes to take home in a box.
This workshop is great for beginners, and also ideal if you’ve piped a little before and want to feel more confident and tidier with your technique.
What you’ll learn
How to get the right buttercream consistency for clean petals and smooth swirls
Simple colour mixing for sunny summer shades and gentle blending
How to use piping bags and key nozzles with ease
Step-by-step piping of a selection of summer flowers (think daisies, zinnias, simple roses, carnations,and leafy foliage)
Easy finishing touches to make your cupcakes look neat and well styled
What’s included
6 cupcakes ready for decorating
All buttercream, colours, tools and piping tips provided
Demonstrations and support throughout (with plenty of help if you need it)
A boxed set of your finished cupcakes to take home and enjoy
£75 per person |10% off for Leonardslee members | Garden entry included
Summer Blooms Buttercream Cupcakes
13 June at 10:30 – 13:00
Join Bouquet Bakes for a relaxed, friendly 2.5-hour Summer Blooms buttercream workshop, where you’ll learn to pipe bright,sunny flowers inspired by the best of the season. You’ll decorate 6 cupcakes using summery colours and greenery, then box them up to take home.
This class is perfect for beginners, and also great if you’ve piped a little before and want to improve your technique and confidence.
A lovely workshop if you fancy a creative break, want to learn a new skill, and leave with something beautiful (and delicious!).
What you’ll learn
How to get the right buttercream consistency for clean petals and smooth swirls
Simple colour mixing for sunny summer shades and gentle blending
How to use piping bags and key nozzles with ease
Step-by-step piping of a selection of summer flowers (think daisies, zinnias, simple roses, carnations,and leafy foliage)
Easy finishing touches to make your cupcakes look neat and well styled
What’s included
6 cupcakes ready for decorating
All buttercream, colours, tools and piping tips provided
Demonstrations and support throughout (with plenty of help if you need it)
A boxed set of your finished cupcakes to take home and enjoy
£75 per person |10% off for Leonardslee members | Garden entry included
About Bouquet Bakes
Zoe is the creator behind Bouquet Bakes and has spent many years perfecting the art of baking and floral buttercream design. She specialises in crafting beautiful floral cupcakes and bespoke celebration cakes, always made with the finest ingredients and meticulous attention to detail.
After years of people asking how she creates her signature buttercream flowers, Zoe began running workshops to share her techniques. Her sessions offer a warm, mindful and genuinely enjoyable way to learn the skill of transforming simple cupcakes into stunning edible art.
Whether you’re a complete beginner or already have some piping experience, you’ll leave with the confidence to create your own beautiful floral cupcakes to share with friends and family.