# Event Details - **Event Name**: Beyond the Bloom - Living Tales of the Rose: Created, Imagined, Retold - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 13 Nov, 2025 at 09:45 am – Thu, 13 Nov, 2025 at 04:45 pm - **Event Description**: 4 world rose experts, rooted in plant science & rose heritage, converge with 3 rose Imagineers of arts and culture. Supporting dementia.About this EventBeyond the Bloom — A Fundraising Rose SymposiumA day to celebrate the rose and support denentia careTheme: ConvergenceA Meeting of MindsOur Day of the Rose brings together some of the finest voices on the rose from the worlds of science and the arts. From heritage and modern rose breeding to symbolism and culture - botany to Shakespeare — it’s all happening for the rose. With such variety and depth, our speakers promise to take you well Beyond the Bloom..Why CLAY FOR DEMENTIA ?A natural partnership. Beyond the Bloom unites the sciences and the arts through Nature herself. At the Garden Museum, art, nature and medical science beautifully intertwine.Whether shaping clay or tending soil, both call for the hands — an earthy, sensory and intuitive connection. Working with clay encourages expression and helps minds reawaken. Tending the rose, meanwhile, is an act of guardianship; its beauty is a tribute to the Earth, and a promise of renewal.Be part of History in the MakingBlossom your rose knowledge in the very room where Charles Darwin gave his legendary lecture that preceded On the Origins of the Species.The Linnean Society of London now opens its historic theatre to o welcome a new generation of thinkers, as leading UK rose experts take to the stage..World-Renowned Keynote SpeakersPart 1 THE ROSE IN CREATIONWith a heritage rooted in the nineteenth century, both Harkness Roses (1879) and the Historic Roses Group share ties with Darwin’s era.Philip Harkness — acclaimed rose breeder and Chair of Harkness RosesMichael Marriott — world-renowned rosarian, author, RHS rose specialist, and Chair of the Historic Roses GroupTogether, they will illuminate the fascinating science behind the rose.Rosebie Morton, founder of The Real Flower Company, will reveal how her sustainable flower business keeps the rose at its heart.Martin Stott, co-editor of the World Federation of Rose Societies journal By Any Other Name and author of The Storyteller Garden, brings tales, myths and memories from rose lovers everywhere — perhaps even yours.Special Guest SpeakersPart 2 THE ROSE IN IMAGINATIONLeading voices from the arts will explore the rose in culture and imagination:Dr Christie Carson — Shakespeare scholar and author, revealing new insights into roses in performance.Dr Aysu Dincer — historian of medieval and Renaissance life, opening the rose-filled medicine cabinets of the past.Laura Taylor — artist and maker, on the sacred rose in art, and withinher remarkable Sacred Garden painting created with hand-ground pigments.In addition, we’ll share a few foraged and cultivated rose recipes — old and new — to bring flavour to our discoveries.Privileged access - rare botanical historic rose plates -Linnean Library ArchivePart 3 ROSES RETOLDBy special request, the Linnean have researched their archives for botanical illustrations and manuscripts relating to historic roses. Within our day, the famous Library will be closed to the public for guest access only. This is a very privileged opportunity to enjoy these very historic, beautiful and functional documents of their day to inform the world of science.Discovery for AllFrom heritage to horticulture, symbolism to scent, this is a rare opportunity to deepen your understanding of the rose — in gardens, homes and imagination alike.Each time you breathe in a rose or plant one anew next spring, may the discoveries of this day bring lasting pleasure.A Celebration with PurposeYour ticket helps to support the dementia therapy programme at the Garden Museum — a project where creativity, nature and care meet. Through your participation, you’ll be passing on the gift of memory and connection.You may choose your seat from our selection of special Roses Tickets.HYBRID TEA ticket includes the rose whose scent inspired a journey— Rosa Frühlingsduft (The Scent of Spring, 1949, Kordes*) with a donation from R.V. Roger to Clay for Dementia.(Limited supply: This ticket ensures your rose is reserved, as well as a light lunch,amorning refreshments and your donation secured with your premium seat)FLORIBUNDA ticket reserves lunch and morning refreshments and excellent seatingHERITAGE includes your programme, charity donation and very good seat choice.CANARY BIRD is web access only access.EARLY BIRD choices available from now on all until Tuesday 4th November 11.00 pmJoin UsCome, listen and share in a day devoted to the world’s most storied flower.Meet the legends, learn their secrets and celebrate the rose in all its meanings — past, present and beyond. And share your own..Send in Your Own Rose MemoryPart 4 ROSES REMBMBEREDUse the Eventbrite form and give a few lines of a meaningful rose memory to you. If you have an accompanying image you'd like to oshare- let us know . Our personal memory recall of roses bring immense pleasure, and all our experts would love to see and hear about your favourites. You can let us know from as soon as you order your ticket..Agenda?: 09:15 AMRegistration?: 09:45 AMWelcome, Housekeeping, Introductions?: 10:00 AMPART 1 - THE ROSE IN CREATION ?: 10:00 AMMartin Stott THE STORYTELLER GARDEN?: 10:30 AMRosebie Morton THE REAL FLOWER COMPANY?: 11:00 AMQUESTIONS and MORNING BREAK?: 11:45 AMPhilip Harkness HARKNESS ROSES 1879?: 12:15 PMMichael Marriott HISTORIC ROSES GROUP?: 12:45 PMQUESTIONS and LUNCH BREAKPart 2 - THE ROSE IN IMAGINATION?: 02:00 PMDr Christie Carson SHAKESPEARE'S ROSES ?: 02:25 PMDr Aysu Dincer ROSES IN THE MEDIEVAL APOTHECARY?: 02:50 PMLaura Taylor THE SACRED ROSE IN DIVINE ART'?: 03:15 PMQUESTIONS and PANEL DISCUSSION?: 03:45 PMNATURAL BREAK and BOOK SIGNING?: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PMPRIVATE VIEWING The Linnean's archive of rare rose plates and manuscripts - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/london/beyond-the-bloom-living-tales-of-the-rose-created-imagined-retold/100001798176356889 - **Event Categories**: art, nonprofit, charities, literary-art, business, meetups, fine-arts, theatre - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 25, max: 210, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: London - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Linnean Society of London - **lat**: 51.508525 - **long**: -0.139136 - **full address**: Linnean Society of London, Piccadilly, London, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Beyond the Bloom - Living Tales of the Rose: Created, Imagined, Retold - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/a71e7b4e40a9357dddb66e48eaa227a411f2e9b73eadec0f5ef1e8b00e33a050-rimg-w1200-h848-dc767a5e-gmir.jpg?v=1761936551 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Beyond the Bloom - Living Tales of the Rose: Created, Imagined, Retold being held? - **A:** Beyond the Bloom - Living Tales of the Rose: Created, Imagined, Retold takes place on Thu, 13 Nov, 2025 at 09:45 am to Thu, 13 Nov, 2025 at 04:45 pm at Linnean Society of London, Piccadilly, London, United Kingdom. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Beyond the Bloom - Living Tales of the Rose: Created, Imagined, Retold? - **A:** Ticket prices for Beyond the Bloom - Living Tales of the Rose: Created, Imagined, Retold range from GBP 25 to GBP 210 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityEARLY BIRD Heritage (no lunch) BUY 1 @ £70GBP 70AvailableEARLY BIRD Heritage (no lunch) BUY 2 for £120GBP 120AvailableEARLY BIRD Floribunda (with lunch) BUY 2 for £150GBP 150AvailableEARLY BIRD Floribunda (with lunch) BUY 1@ £85GBP 85AvailableEARLY BIRD Hybrid Tea (lunch+rose++) BUY 2 @£210GBP 210AvailableEARLY BIRD Hybrid Tea (lunch+rose++) BUY 1@ £110GBP 110AvailableCanary Rose (LISTEN & GIVE via web access only)GBP 25Available - **Q**: Who is organizing Beyond the Bloom - Living Tales of the Rose: Created, Imagined, Retold? - **A:** Beyond the Bloom - Living Tales of the Rose: Created, Imagined, Retold is organized by TALES IN THE MAKING. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Beyond the Bloom - Living Tales of the Rose: Created, Imagined, Retold is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in London, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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