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Macrame Feather Wall Hanging
Sun, 16 Nov 2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
In this workshop you will have the chance to create a stunning piece of wall décor using some intermediate knotting techniques in order to create for yourself a beautiful feather wall hanging. You...
£95
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0 spaces available
Make a Wonderful Living Wreath - Morning Session
Sun, 16 Nov 2025
10:00 am - 12:30 pm
This is a fun half day session where Sue will show you how to make a living wreath, one that will last, continuing to grow and develop new flowers and foliage. Certainly not...
£45
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0 spaces available
Textile Taxidermy - Fun Fabric "Trophy" Heads
Wed, 19 Nov 2025
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Hand stitch and stuff your own unique “trophy” head in textiles. Typically, you can create a festive Scandi-style Rudolf complete with antlers, or go off-piste and stitch up your favourite animal – hares,...
£95
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2 spaces available
Yarn Hooking - Festive Stockings
Wed, 19 Nov 2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Come and enjoy a day learning yarn hooking with Carole Rennison and go home with a beautiful festive stocking, choose either a Robin or Reindeer. This hooking workshop is a little different to...
£95
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5 spaces available
Silverclay Jewellery - Beautiful Birdhouse Charm or Pendant
Fri, 21 Nov 2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join Helen to learn all about Silverclay whilst making a pretty little bird house pendant. It's really cute and makes a stunning necklace. During this workshop you will work with silver clay, using...
£95
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2 spaces available
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Three Colour Screen Printing
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 - Fri, 28 Nov 2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
*Please note this is a two day course over two consecutive Fridays - 21st November & 28th November. Take your screen printing to the next level during this two day course with Monica...
£170 £190
Novice
5 spaces available
Festive Willow - Wreaths + Stars
Sat, 22 Nov 2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Willow sculptor Jess Wilkinson will guide you through the process of designing and making a stunning willow wreath along with a range of smaller willow decorations - stars, hearts and other motifs. -...
£95
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3 spaces available
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Mosaic Designs on Slate
Sat, 22 Nov 2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join expert tutor Ruth Wilkinson to learn the basic techniques in mosaic creation. This course is designed for complete beginners or those with a little more experience. You will learn the basic direct...
£95
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0 spaces available
Blacksmithing - Fire + BBQ Tools with Ramshead Handles
Sun, 23 Nov 2025
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
A rare opportunity to have a hands-on day of blacksmithing - working hot metal by hand and finding out how to create a ramshead handle. Blacksmith/sculptor Adrian Wood brings with him anvils, tools and...
£130
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0 spaces available
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Curious Creative Calligraphy
Sun, 23 Nov 2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Have you ever looked at the words you have written in a greetings card and thought 'I wish my hand writing was more presentable'? Well this course will help you on your journey...
£95
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2 spaces available
Beginners Silver Art Clay Jewellery - Nature Inspired
Tue, 25 Nov 2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Enjoy a day with Tara learning how to capture nature and all its detail in silver art clay to make beautiful nature inspired pieces of Enjoy a day with Tara learning how to...
£95
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1 spaces available
Wonderful Winter Linocuts
Tue, 25 Nov 2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Create striking seasonal prints to share as cards or gifts. Under Hester’s guidance you will learn how to create a linocut that can be repeated to form a small edition. Taking inspiration from...
£95
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0 spaces available
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Paper Making with Plants
Fri, 28 Nov 2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
In this workshop, artist Lucy Lee will run through the basics of paper making, from recycling paper right through to making paper entirely from foraged plants. You will be shown how to use...
£95
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0 spaces available
The Art of Glass Engraving - Hanging Decoration or Festive Vessel!
Sat, 29 Nov 2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join Sandra Snaddon, a Fellow of the Guild of Glass Engravers, to learn a new skill and take home your very own piece of engraved glass. Here's a chance to create either a...
£95
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1 spaces available
Willow Sculpture - Festive Reindeer
Sat, 29 Nov 2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Willow sculptor Leilah Vyner will guide you through this intensive day of willow weaving. You will create a beautiful festive reindeer to take home and install in the garden or indoors. You will...
£95
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0 spaces available
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Christmas Angel Corn Dollies
Wed, 3 Dec 2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Discover the timeless art of this red-listed, endangered Heritage Craft in a hands-on workshop led by the talented Ian and Emma Speechley. In this immersive session, you'll master the basics of plaiting and...
£95
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1 spaces available
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Stained Glass Star Decorations
Wed, 3 Dec 2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Everyone loves stained glass and the gorgeous effect of the light streaming through it. Well imagine being able to make your own gorgeous glass decorations to hang at the window or in front...
£95
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0 spaces available
Fabric Sculpture - Christmas Wreath
Thu, 4 Dec 2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Discover the wonderful art of fabric sculpting and create yourself a stunning and contemporary Christmas wreath this year. You will use basic fabric sculpting techniques to create a gorgeous wreath with lots of...
£95
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8 spaces available
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Rag Rug Christmas Wreath or Table Decoration
Thu, 4 Dec 2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Make it a December to remember! Join talented tutor Karina Wiles to learn the heritage craft of rag rug 'hooky' and 'proddy' techniques to make your own fabric wreath or table decoration without...
£95
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1 spaces available
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Painting a Portrait in Oils
Fri, 5 Dec 2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Develop your portrait painting skills in this masterclass workshop. Stage 1 (90 mins approx.) The workshop will begin with a focus on mixing skin tones with each participant creating a detailed reference sheet...
£95
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3 spaces available
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Wet Felted Tealight Shade
Fri, 5 Dec 2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
As the nights are drawing in, bring some mood enhancing light into your home by making your very own stunning wet felted tealight shade with expert tutor Louise Curnin. In the morning session,...
£95
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3 spaces available
Festive Willow Angels
Sat, 6 Dec 2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
In a day spent with willow sculptor Jess Wilkinson you will learn the techniques and tips needed to work with, and shape willow. By the end of this festive themed day you will...
£95
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7 spaces available
Traditional Christmas Wreaths plus Lunch!
Sun, 7 Dec 2025
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
This is a fun half day workshop where Sue will show you how to make a traditional Christmas wreath. From fairly minimal designs to sumptuous foliage and flowers, you will be guided you...
£65
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0 spaces available
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Wooden Bird Christmas Tree Decorations
Sun, 7 Dec 2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Carve your own Scandi inspired bird tree decorations. They will look great as part of your festive trimmings or make unique gifts for the Christmas period. This course will teach you the basic...
£95
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2 spaces available
Copperwork - Design & Make Your Own Christmas Decorations
Wed, 10 Dec 2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
A fun session for the festive season and a gorgeous new medium to try! Learn the metalwork skill of hand piercing to produce unique copper or brass creations for the tree or as...
£95
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5 spaces available
Stitched Up + Sparkly - Upcycled Christmas Decorations
Wed, 10 Dec 2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join Durham based artist Betty Brown for a fun day breathing new life into colourful second hand fabrics. With Betty's guidance you will make fun and fancy fabric Christmas decorations. Templates of various...
£95
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1 spaces available
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Make Your Own Suede and Felt Slippers
Thu, 11 Dec 2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
A wonderful workshop with Catherine Edwards, Leather Designer / Maker, learning to make a simple but beautiful pair of handsewn slippers. Learn to cut your own patterns to the size you require, and...
£110
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0 spaces available
Mosaics: Festive Hanging Decorations
Thu, 11 Dec 2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Get into the seasonal spirit and design your own unique mosaic decorations to brighten your tree, mantelpiece, or window. In this creative workshop led by Lisa-Marie, you’ll explore a beautiful mix of patterned,...
£95
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9 spaces available
Beginners Silver Art Clay Jewellery - Nature Inspired
Thu, 5 Mar 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Enjoy a day with Tara learning how to capture nature and all its detail in silver art clay to make beautiful nature inspired pieces of Enjoy a day with Tara learning how to...
£95
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1 spaces available
Wet Felted Sheep Picture - Painting with Fibres
Thu, 5 Mar 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
If you love sheep and the beautiful look and texture of wool, in this workshop, Liz Emery literally combines the two! You will learn the basic wet felting method and at the same...
£95
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9 spaces available
Fabric Pictures
Fri, 6 Mar 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join experienced textiles tutor Betty Brown in this workshop to make your own fabric picture. You might want to make a picture of your cat, dog, teddy bear or cockatoo, or of your...
£95
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7 spaces available
Willow Handbag with Leather Handle
Fri, 6 Mar 2026
10:00 am - 4:30 pm
This workshop will guide you through the fascinating process of willow weaving and you will make a useful and pretty willow basket with leather handles. You will have a choice of different colours...
£95
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7 spaces available
Weave Your Own Scarf/Snood Using a Table Loom
Sat, 7 Mar 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Spend the day weaving your very own scarf or snood using an eight shaft table loom. Each loom with be set up and ready to use, meaning you can enjoy weaving for the...
£95
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0 spaces available
Wooden Spoon Carving
Sat, 7 Mar 2026
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
This is a one-day introduction to spoon carving where you will work together with talented wood craftsman Mike Craig to carve a cooking spoon from a log using carving axes, knives and hook...
£95
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6 spaces available
Ceramic Springtime Decorations
Thu, 12 Mar 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join ceramicist Charlotte Morrison and have some fun with a springtime theme! Using fine white porcelain clay, you can experiment with textures and glazes to create stunning ceramic decorations, for around the home...
£95
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6 spaces available
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Silk Shading
Thu, 12 Mar 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Silk shading, sometimes called painting with threads, is a hand embroidery technique that combines threads, blending them together with short and long stitches to create beautiful effects. In this whole day workshop you...
£95
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6 spaces available
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Drawing for the Terrified
Fri, 13 Mar 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Absolutely no experience necessary - just a willingness to try! Think you "can’t draw"? This workshop is here to prove you wrong- gently, supportively, and with plenty of laughter along the way. 'Drawing...
£95
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2 spaces available
Introduction to Natural Dyeing
Fri, 13 Mar 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Explore the basics of natural dyes on this one day workshop with textile artist and printmaker Kirstie Williams. During the day you will create your own vibrant colour chart of fabric swatches using...
£95
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8 spaces available
Curious Creative Calligraphy
Sat, 14 Mar 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Have you ever looked at the words you have written in a greetings card and thought 'I wish my hand writing was more presentable'? Well this course will help you on your journey...
£95
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0 spaces available
Make Your Own Leather Satchel
Sat, 14 Mar 2026 - Sun, 15 Mar 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Come join talented leather expert Cathy Edwards for two creative days producing and personalising your own satchel in a smooth natural hide with solid brass or chrome buckle and fittings. Working as part...
£190
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6 spaces available
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An Introduction to Intaglio Printmaking: Collagraph & Tetrapak
Sun, 15 Mar 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
On this one-day taster class, Hester will guide you through some of her favourite techniques and teach you how to make beautiful prints from your own designs. You will begin by experimenting with...
£95
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0 spaces available
Make a Macrame Plant Pot Hanger- Half Day AM
Thu, 19 Mar 2026
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
In this workshop with Ness Burrows, you will have the chance to learn some basic knots that will enable you to create your very own, unique plant hanger to give as a gift...
£45
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5 spaces available
NEW
Yarn Hooking - Farm Animals
Thu, 19 Mar 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Come and enjoy a relaxing day of yarn hooking with Carole Rennison. Learn about yarn hooking, how it differs from traditional rag rug hooking and what gorgeous, finely detailed creations you can make. ...
£95
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8 spaces available
Make a Wonderful Living Wreath - Afternoon Session
Thu, 19 Mar 2026
1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
This is a fun half day session where Sue will show you how to make a living wreath, one that will last, continuing to grow and develop new flowers and foliage. Certainly not...
£45
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6 spaces available
A Day of Enameling
Fri, 20 Mar 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Come and spend your day trying out the beautiful art of enameling with local enamel artist Heather Croft. Whether you have previous experience or if this is your first time, all are welcome....
£95
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0 spaces available
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Introduction to soft pastels
Fri, 20 Mar 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Have you always been daunted by pastels? Join talented pastel artist Jo Garlick for this workshop aimed at beginners, to learn more about different pastel techniques and how to create a successful pastels...
£95
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7 spaces available
Silversmithing - Silver Bands + Knot Rings
Sat, 21 Mar 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join Rebecca for a day of silversmithing. Using sterling silver you will be guided through the steps involved in making two rings - a simple band and a Celtic Weave ring - all...
£95
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0 spaces available
Willow Baskets - Make A Traditional Round Hedgerow Basket
Sat, 21 Mar 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Working with willow and other hedgerow plants, this workshop will guide you through the fascinating process of willow weaving, and by the end of the day you'll have created your own unique basket....
£95
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3 spaces available
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Contemporary Papercutting - Blue Tit
Thu, 26 Mar 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Anna is a professional papercut artist whose work is inspired by an obsession with old botanical drawings and the beauty of the natural world. Many of her pieces feature woodland animals and birds,...
£95
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0 spaces available
Memories to memoir: how to write the stories of your life
Thu, 26 Mar 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
We all have a lifetime full of stories about our own experiences and the people and places that have shaped them. This workshop helps you to explore them and write them down. We’ll...
£95
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8 spaces available
Collage-Decorated Owl in Papier Mâché
Fri, 27 Mar 2026
10:00 am - 4:30 pm
This is a chance to create a gorgeous Papier Mâché Owl decorated with collage in a style of your own design, that you can easily complete at home if needed. Join Papier Mâché...
£95
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5 spaces available
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Feltmaking - Decorative Vessels Without Seams
Fri, 27 Mar 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Learn how to make a three dimensional felt vessel without seams using the resist wet feltmaking technique. Louise will guide you through the process of making your vessel with decoration inspired by a...
£95
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7 spaces available
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Exploring the world of Indigo
Sat, 28 Mar 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
During this workshop we shall be exploring the fascinating and extraordinary world of indigo blue. Famously the original colour of blue jeans, there is so much to the story of indigo and the...
£95
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10 spaces available
Introduction To Screen Printing
Sat, 28 Mar 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Screen printing is a vibrant, flexible medium beloved of artists and craftspeople, in which the print is created by pressing ink through a mesh screen with the image created by a stencil design...
£95
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5 spaces available
Beginners Guide to Oil Painting
Sun, 29 Mar 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Explore the medium of master’s old and new in this exciting oil painting workshop. Aimed at those with little to no experience of using oil paints, you will be guided through various activities...
£95
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8 spaces available
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Printed & Collaged Wooden Ornaments
Sun, 29 Mar 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Exploring Surface, Shape, and Print In this hands-on workshop, you’ll use a variety of printmaking and collage techniques to decorate your own wooden ornament, choosing from a curated selection of bird and flower-shaped...
£95
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0 spaces available
Kiln-Fired Silver Rings from Precious Metal Clay
Thu, 16 Apr 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
This workshop is both suitable for those new to using silver clay or those looking for a great next step as you learn skills for making a silver ring. You will make one...
£95
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8 spaces available
Beautiful Botanical Bas Relief Tiles
Fri, 17 Apr 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
In this experimental course you will learn the various steps to making your own bas relief flower & nature plaster cast tiles. The course will cover rolling out the clay, designing and arranging...
£95
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0 spaces available
Print and Stitch - Self Portraits
Fri, 17 Apr 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Explore and experiment with mono printing and hand stitching to create your own self portrait. This workshop provides the opportunity to combine 2 different mediums to create a unique mixed media piece that...
£95
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6 spaces available
Ceramics - Paperclay Lanterns + Tea Lights
Sat, 18 Apr 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Create beautiful translucent porcelain tealight holders, perfect for the summer months in your home or garden. Using a range of clays including porcelain and paperclay, which both show the light through beautifully. You...
£95
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9 spaces available
Woven Landscapes Using a Frame Loom
Sat, 18 Apr 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Come and try this traditional, straightforward weaving method and weave your own landscape using a frame loom, taking inspiration from the gorgeous landscape surrounding Masham. This workshop is perfect if you’re new to...
£95
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5 spaces available
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Macrame Tealight Lanterns - Half day AM
Thu, 23 Apr 2026
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
Create a Stunning Lantern with Knotting Techniques Join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to create a beautiful, hand-knotted lantern that shines both day and night. During the day, your...
£45
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7 spaces available
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Growing Your Own Cut Flowers
Thu, 23 Apr 2026
1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Join flower grower and florist Amy Fairburn for a hands-on, inspiring workshop where you’ll learn how to cut, grow, and arrange beautiful seasonal flowers straight from your garden. Amy will guide you through:...
£45
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5 spaces available
Ceramics- Sculpt a Sheep
Fri, 24 Apr 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Try this fun class and create your own little sheep with character and personality. Using stoneware clay you will be shown all the stages of sculpting the sheep. The class will centre around...
£95
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5 spaces available
Wet Felted Highland Cow Picture - Painting with Fibres
Fri, 24 Apr 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
If you love cows and the beautiful look and texture of wool, in this workshop, Liz Emery literally combines the two! You will learn the basic wet felting method and at the same...
£95
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10 spaces available
Blacksmith For a Day
Sat, 25 Apr 2026
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
A perfect opportunity to have a hands-on day of blacksmithing. Blacksmith/sculptor Adrian Wood brings with him anvils, tools and mobile forges and you will go home with several creations from your day, including a...
£130
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7 spaces available
Willow Sculpture - Curlews, Chickens + Other Birds!
Sat, 25 Apr 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
In this intensive day spent with willow sculptor Jess Wilkinson you will pick up many of the techniques and tips to help you work with willow to plan and create a 3D sculpture....
£95
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7 spaces available
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Cigar Box Guitars
Sun, 26 Apr 2026
10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Build It. Play It. Discover Its Roots. Join one of the UK’s leading cigar box guitar (CBG) players for a truly unique workshop where you'll build your own cigar box guitar from scratch...
£45
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4 spaces available
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Spring Flowers in Woodcut
Sun, 26 Apr 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Explore the wonderful technique of Woodcut with Printmaker Joanna Bourne. Celebrate the coming of spring by creating a multi-coloured woodcut inspired by your favourite flowers of the season – be it daffodils, tulips,...
£95
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3 spaces available
Introduction to Botanical Watercolour
Thu, 30 Apr 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
During this one day workshop, Karen will use the medium of watercolour to inspire Students to start to explore the various and extensive techniques that are possible in producing a simple finished piece...
£95
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6 spaces available
Willow Sculpture - Little Pigs
Fri, 1 May 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
The stout bodies and short legs of pigs make them perfect willow sculpture subjects, it helps that they're also cute! Join willow sculptor Leilah Vyner for this workshop, where you will make your...
£95
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10 spaces available
Adventures in Wild Art!
Sat, 2 May 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Let nature really feature in your art, with artist and nature addict, Wendi New. Join her for a day focused on finding and using natural materials, pigments, and equipment to make art. Learn...
£95
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7 spaces available
Hand Embroidery + Textile Landscapes
Sat, 2 May 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Create your own stunning hand embroidered and textile landscape, with Textile artist, Louise Goult. Inspired either by a place you love, or an imagined landscape, you will learn how to select fabrics and...
£95
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10 spaces available
Introduction to Painting on Glass
Thu, 7 May 2026 - Fri, 8 May 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join Lizzy - member of the British Society of Master Glass Painters for a two-day introduction to painting on glass. Discover traditional kiln-fired glass art, which has decorated sacred and high status buildings...
£190
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6 spaces available
Make Your Own Leather Apron
Thu, 7 May 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Calling Barbers, Baristas, Florists, Woodworkers, Chefs, Blacksmiths, and Creatives of All Kinds… Get ready to roll up your sleeves and craft your own butter-soft, tough-as-nails leather apron in this unique one-day workshop. Whether...
£110
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7 spaces available
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Capturing Water in Pastels
Fri, 8 May 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Do you want to develop your pastel painting skills and gain confidence capturing the movement, light, and atmosphere of water? Join talented pastel artist Jo Garlick for this one-day workshop focused on using...
£95
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8 spaces available
A Day of Enameling
Sat, 9 May 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Come and spend your day trying out the beautiful art of enameling with local enamel artist Heather Croft. Whether you have previous experience or if this is your first time, all are welcome....
£95
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2 spaces available
Try Your Hand at a Potter's Wheel
Sat, 9 May 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
We've all seen skilled potters take a round, moist, lumpy clump of clay, lob it into the centre of their potter's wheel and then use their hands and thumbs to form fabulous shapes....
£95
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8 spaces available
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Coptic Stitch Book Binding
Sun, 10 May 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join book artist Ruth McCann for a hands-on day exploring the beautiful and historic art of Coptic stitch bookbinding, a versatile and elegant binding style known for its exposed, decorative stitching and ability...
£95
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8 spaces available
Try Your Hand at a Potter's Wheel
Sun, 10 May 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
We've all seen skilled potters take a round, moist, lumpy clump of clay, lob it into the centre of their potter's wheel and then use their hands and thumbs to form fabulous shapes....
£95
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6 spaces available
Contemporary Collage - Inspired by Nature
Thu, 14 May 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Spend a day with artist Sue Orrey-Godden, learning a wide range of collage techniques. You will spend the morning exploring the composition and design of your piece and creating painted and printed papers...
£95
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4 spaces available
Mosaic on Slate
Thu, 14 May 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join expert tutor Ruth Wilkinson to learn the basic techniques in mosaic creation. This course is designed for complete beginners or those with a little more experience. You will learn the basic direct...
£95
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4 spaces available
Moving away from realism- flowers
Fri, 15 May 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Artists including Shirley Travenor, Paul Riley and Anne Blockley have forged new ways of painting flowers in the last thirty years, with a confident shift from botanical illustration to more impressionistic abstract renderings....
£95
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5 spaces available
Patchwork for the Impatient
Fri, 15 May 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join Durham based artist Betty Brown for a fun day breathing new life into colourful second hand fabrics. This isn't a cosy evening in front of the fire stitching patches the size of...
£95
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6 spaces available
Stone Setting in Silver Jewellery
Sat, 16 May 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Stone setting is the craft of securely and accurately fixing stones and gems into jewellery. On this quite intensive workshop you have the chance to learn some basic silversmithing techniques, making a very...
£95
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4 spaces available
Willow Bee
Sat, 16 May 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
In a day spent with willow sculptor Jess Wilkinson you will learn the techniques and tips needed to work with, and shape willow. By the end of the day you will have constructed...
£95
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8 spaces available
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Yarn Hooking (Bugs, Bees and Beetles)
Thu, 21 May 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Come and enjoy a relaxing day of yarn hooking with Carole Rennison. Learn about yarn hooking, how it differs from traditional rag rug hooking and what gorgeous, finely detailed creations you can make. ...
£95
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8 spaces available
Beautiful Birds from Broken Bits
Fri, 22 May 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join mosaic artist Lisa-marie Newman to learn the rewarding process of Picassiette mosaic creation. Picassiette is from the French phrase ‘Pique – Assiette’, meaning ‘stolen from plate’ and is a wonderful way of...
£95
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2 spaces available
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Ceramic Hare
Sat, 23 May 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join ceramic sculptor Suzie Wright to create your own unique small hare from white stoneware clay. The clay used for this workshop is rich, smooth and just lovelyto use! Whether yours is moon...
£95
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0 spaces available
Willow Seedpod Lanterns
Sat, 23 May 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Learn the basic skills and forms of lantern building, and all about the properties of willow and paper. Produce a beautiful seed-pod inspired lantern which will incorporate battery powered LED lighting, suitable for...
£95
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7 spaces available
Introduction to the Art of Glass Engraving
Sun, 24 May 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join Sandra Snaddon, a Fellow of the Guild of Glass Engravers, to learn a new skill and take home your very own piece of engraved glass. All equipment will be provided, and you...
£95
Info & BookNovice
7 spaces available
Silversmithing - Make a Fidget or Swivel Ring
Thu, 4 Jun 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
During this one day workshop you will make a unique silver fidget or swivel ring - a broad plain or textured ring with one or two narrow rings that swivel around it when...
£95
Info & BookAll Levels
7 spaces available
Beautiful Botanical Bas Relief Tiles
Fri, 5 Jun 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
In this experimental course you will learn the various steps to making your own bas relief flower & nature plaster cast tiles. The course will cover rolling out the clay, designing and arranging...
£95
Info & BookNovice
5 spaces available
A Practical Introduction to Cyanotype Print Making
Sat, 6 Jun 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Cyanotype is a photographic printing process that produces a cyan-blue print. It is literally a “dark blue impression”. Cyanotype images are made using light-sensitive chemicals to produce the permanent ‘blue print’. Join Kirstie...
£95
Info & BookNovice
6 spaces available
Table Loom - Table Runner or Placemats
Sat, 6 Jun 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Come and enjoy a wonderful day of weaving with Agnis Smallwood on an eight shaft table loom. Whether you’re a beginner or already a weaver, this will be a lovely opportunity to experiment...
£95
Info & BookAll Levels
7 spaces available
Blacksmithing - Fire + BBQ Tools with Ramshead Handles
Sun, 7 Jun 2026
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
A rare opportunity to have a hands-on day of blacksmithing - working hot metal by hand and finding out how to create a ramshead handle. Blacksmith/sculptor Adrian Wood brings with him anvils, tools and...
£130
Info & BookAll Levels
8 spaces available
Introduction to Acrylics
Sun, 7 Jun 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join experienced artist Lynn Ward for a day of exploring the medium of acrylics. Let Lynn guide you through all the processes involved in creating your very own masterpieces - from mixing colours...
£95
Info & BookAll Levels
10 spaces available
NEW
Felted Butterflies & Moths
Thu, 11 Jun 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Needle-Felting with Structure & Detail In this workshop, you'll create your own striking felted butterfly or moth, using a unique needle-felting technique developed by your tutor, Sue Orrey-Godden. Working onto dissolvable paper (which...
£95
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0 spaces available
NEW
Willow Mushrooms
Thu, 11 Jun 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Playful, sculptural, and full of character, mushrooms are a perfect subject for willow work - from tall and elegant to short and stout, there’s endless variation to explore. Join willow artist Leilah Vyner...
£95
Info & BookAll Levels
10 spaces available
Silversmithing - Silver Bands + Knot Rings
Fri, 12 Jun 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join Rebecca for a day of silversmithing. Using sterling silver you will be guided through the steps involved in making two rings - a simple band and a Celtic Weave ring - all...
£95
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6 spaces available
Stained Glass - Flamboyant Copper Foil Fish
Fri, 12 Jun 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
The beauty of colourful watery light streaming through stained glass is the perfect medium for flamboyant, colourful fish. Make gorgeous glass decorations to hang at the window or in front of a light...
£95
Info & BookAll Levels
6 spaces available
NEW
Mixed Media - Natural Forms
Sat, 13 Jun 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join tutor Anna Poulton to explore the forms and colours found in nature, using an experimental range of mixed media and collage. The aim of this workshop is provide an opportunity for experimentation...
£95
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0 spaces available
More Green Woodworking - Bowl Turning with a Pole Lathe
Sat, 13 Jun 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Chris Helliwell specialises in the ancient art of bodging, green (unseasoned) wood working techniques. The turning of wooden bowls on a foot-powered pole lathe is a craft that has been in use since...
£110
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4 spaces available
Wonderful Ways with Watercolour for Botanical Subjects (3 day series)
Thu, 18 Jun 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
This is a series of 3 full days. Dates are: Thursday 18th June, Thursday 25th June, Thursday 2nd July 2026. Join artist Karen Innes to explore the wonderful world of painting plants and...
£285
Info & BookAll Levels
8 spaces available
Painting a Portrait in Oils
Fri, 19 Jun 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Develop your portrait painting skills in this masterclass workshop. Stage 1 (90 mins approx.) The workshop will begin with a focus on mixing skin tones with each participant creating a detailed reference sheet...
£95
Info & BookAll Levels
10 spaces available
NEW
Yes, You can write poetry
Fri, 19 Jun 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Do you think poetry isn’t for you? Maybe it feels too complicated. Too flowery. There are too many rules. Maybe you were told somewhere along the way that you weren’t “a poet.” Think...
£95
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5 spaces available
Beautiful Botanical Books
Sat, 20 Jun 2026 - Sun, 21 Jun 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Be inspired by Alice Fox and join her to explore a series of simple but effective techniques for making marks on paper using plant material. This two day course includes: - techniques for...
£190
Info & BookAll Levels
8 spaces available
Green Woodworking - Scandinavian Shrink Pots
Sat, 20 Jun 2026
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Shrink pots are traditional Scandinavian kitchen containers which would have been used for dry goods. They are cleverly created by working with the natural properties of green wood. The body of the pot...
£95
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7 spaces available
Have a Stab at Needlefelt - Dogs
Sun, 21 Jun 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Have a stab at this – needle felt your own dog! (Or someone else's dog if you like). Dogs come in such a variety of shapes and sizes and we've made lots here...
£95
Info & BookAll Levels
5 spaces available
Feltmaking - Crossbody Bag with Leather or Webbing Straps
Thu, 25 Jun 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join Louise in the magical process of wetfelting to make a crossbody messenger bag inspired by the landscape. Using a variety of fibres you will create a bag with a long flap which...
£95
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6 spaces available
NEW
Fabric Quilling Mats
Fri, 26 Jun 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Create Colourful, Textured Mats Using Rolled Fabric Techniques In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to make fabric quilling mats - vibrant, textural pieces created by rolling and stitching lengths of fabric into...
£95
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6 spaces available
Pewtersmithing Using a Rolling Mill - Jewellery
Fri, 26 Jun 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join Ella to create your own pewter jewellery such as earrings, bangles, pendants and brooches (approx 3-4 finished items). Using lead free pewter we will apply texture and pattern to the metal using...
£95
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5 spaces available
NEW
Blacksmithing -Swallow Sculptures
Sat, 27 Jun 2026
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Forge your own gorgeous swallow sculpture on this hands-on day whether you are new to blacksmithing or want to try your hand at something different. Blacksmith/sculptor Adrian Wood brings forges and anvils and...
£145
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0 spaces available
Sculptured Clay Heads
Sat, 27 Jun 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
In this workshop led by ceramist kay Latto you will learn to sculpt a small head - human, animal or mythical - in clay, approximately 15/20 cm using a variety of sculpting tools....
£110
Info & BookAll Levels
8 spaces available
Curlews, Coots & Cormorants in Collagraph
Thu, 2 Jul 2026 - Fri, 3 Jul 2026
10:00 am
On this beginners two-day workshop, printmaker, Hester Cox will reveal just why collagraph will always be her favourite method of printmaking and hopefully you'll be hooked too. Using birds, real or imagined, as...
£190
Info & BookNovice
5 spaces available
Capturing landscapes in pastels - En plein air
Fri, 3 Jul 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Are you desperate to work en plein air with your pastels? Join talented pastel artist Jo Garlick for this workshop and learn more about how to successfully use pastels outdoors. On this course...
£95
Info & BookAll Levels
8 spaces available
Mosaic stone
Sat, 4 Jul 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Create your very own mosaic stone for your home or garden. Mosaic stones are perfect to use as a doorstop or to add a little extra colour to the garden or outside area....
£95
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4 spaces available
NEW
Stained Glass- Copper foil Sun
Sat, 4 Jul 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Everyone loves stained glass and the gorgeous effect of the light streaming through it. Well imagine being able to make your own gorgeous glass decorations to hang at the window or in front...
£95
Info & BookAll Levels
10 spaces available
A Day of Enameling
Sun, 5 Jul 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Come and spend your day trying out the beautiful art of enameling with local enamel artist Heather Croft. Whether you have previous experience or if this is your first time, all are welcome....
£95
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0 spaces available
NEW
Woodcut and Chine-Collé
Sun, 5 Jul 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
This one-day workshop introduces participants to the art of woodcut printmaking combined with the technique of chine-collé – using coloured papers during the printing process to create either a subtle effect or strong...
£95
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5 spaces available
NEW
Getting to Grips with Garden Painting
Thu, 9 Jul 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Capture the beauty of the garden in paint - with clarity, confidence, and creativity. We’re a nation of garden lovers so it’s no surprise that many of us feel the urge to paint...
£95
Info & BookAll Levels
6 spaces available
NEW
Introduction to Free Machine Embroidery
Thu, 9 Jul 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Learn how to use your sewing machine for free machine embroidery - drawing with your sewing machine - in this inspiring workshop. This class is suitable for complete beginners, who would love to...
£95
Info & BookAll Levels
6 spaces available
Nature Art Journaling
Fri, 10 Jul 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Have you ever wished to sit and sketch outdoors but don't know where to start or wish to have some pointers on how to create beautifully illustrated pages? Then this introductory course is...
£95
Info & BookAll Levels
7 spaces available
Pyrography - Burning Designs on Wood
Fri, 10 Jul 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Pyrography is the art of decorating wood by burning designs onto the wood. Join Bob who will be able to inspire you to create your own burnt wood designs. Bob will be able...
£95
Info & BookAll Levels
7 spaces available
NEW
From Threads to Sweatshirts: Overlocker
Sat, 11 Jul 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join Katie Davis for this hands-on, 1-day workshop designed to help you confidently use your overlocker and make the most of its capabilities. Whether you’re new to overlocking or need a refresher, this...
£95
Info & BookAll Levels
5 spaces available
Pyrography - Burning Designs on Wood
Sat, 11 Jul 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Pyrography is the art of decorating wood by burning designs onto the wood. Join Bob who will be able to inspire you to create your own burnt wood designs. Bob will be able...
£95
Info & BookAll Levels
7 spaces available
Blacksmithing - Sculptural Flowers for the Garden
Sat, 5 Sep 2026
10:00 am - 4:30 pm
Forge your own gorgeous gifts on this hands-on day whether you are new to blacksmithing or want to try your hand at something different. Blacksmith/sculptor Adrian Wood brings forges and anvils and you...
£130
Info & BookAll Levels
6 spaces available
Willow Baskets - Traditional Round Hedgerow Basket
Sat, 5 Sep 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Working with willow and other hedgerow plants, this workshop will guide you through the fascinating process of willow weaving, and by the end of the day you'll have created your own unique basket....
£95
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8 spaces available
Kiln-Fired Silver Rings from Precious Metal Clay
Sun, 6 Sep 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
This workshop is both suitable for those new to using silver clay or those looking for a great next step as you learn skills for making a silver ring. You will make one...
£95
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4 spaces available
Mosaic on Slate
Sun, 6 Sep 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join expert tutor Ruth Wilkinson to learn the basic techniques in mosaic creation. This course is designed for complete beginners or those with a little more experience. You will learn the basic direct...
£95
Info & BookAll Levels
6 spaces available
Collage-Decorated Owl in Papier Mâché
Thu, 10 Sep 2026
10:00 am - 4:30 pm
This is a chance to create a gorgeous Papier Mâché Owl decorated with collage in a style of your own design, that you can easily complete at home if needed. Join Papier Mâché...
£95
Info & BookAll Levels
8 spaces available
NEW
Graphite: The Hot New Medium
Thu, 10 Sep 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Beyond pencils - discover the expressive power of modern graphite. Once limited to humble pencils and thick sticks, graphite has undergone a creative revolution. Today, it’s available in an exciting range of forms...
£95
Info & BookAll Levels
6 spaces available
Beautiful Botanical Bas Relief Tiles
Fri, 11 Sep 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
In this experimental course you will learn the various steps to making your own bas relief flower & nature plaster cast tiles. The course will cover rolling out the clay, designing and arranging...
£95
Info & BookNovice
8 spaces available
Dales Landscapes in Acrylics
Fri, 11 Sep 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join experienced artist Lynn Ward for a day of exploring the medium of acrylics and let her guide you through all the processes involved in creating your very own masterpieces. This course is...
£95
Info & BookNovice
4 spaces available
Introduction to Natural Dyeing
Sat, 12 Sep 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Explore the basics of natural dyes on this one day workshop with textile artist and printmaker Kirstie Williams. During the day you will create your own vibrant colour chart of fabric swatches using...
£95
Info & BookAll Levels
7 spaces available
Traditional Hand-Sewn, Mohair, Jointed Teddy Bear (2 day series)
Sat, 12 Sep 2026 - Sun, 13 Sep 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join tutor, Lindsay Lowe, for this 2 day workshop where you will hand sew and create a traditional mohair, fully jointed teddy bear. You will learn how to work with German mohair fabric,...
£190
Info & BookIntermediate
6 spaces available
NEW
Beyond the Block
Sun, 13 Sep 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join tutor Katie Davis, for a day of creative flair, and add design choices to your patterns to create unique, wonderful garments! If you attended one of Katie's 'Perfect Fit' workshops last year,...
£95
Info & BookAll Levels
10 spaces available
Macrame Wall Hanging / Bunting - Half Day AM
Thu, 17 Sep 2026
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
In this workshop you will have the chance to create a beautiful piece of Wall Décor using some basic & intermediate knotting techniques in order to create for yourself a Wall Hanging or...
£45
Info & BookAll Levels
7 spaces available
Stained Glass - Create a Leaded Glass Panel
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 - Fri, 18 Sep 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Using light and colour to depict images and stories, stained glass has illuminated our lives for centuries. This two day workshop will enable you to create your own leaded stained glass panel roughly...
£190
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6 spaces available
NEW
Batik Flower Painting (4 x half day)
Thu, 17 Sep 2026
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
A 12-hour course over four weekly half-day sessions: 1pm-4pm, Thursday 17th Sept, 24th Sept, 1st Oct, 8th Oct. Discover the vibrant and expressive art of batik. A traditional technique that uses wax and...
£190
Info & BookAll Levels
8 spaces available
NEW
Ceramic Bear
Fri, 18 Sep 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Craft your own expressive bear sculpture in stoneware clay. Join ceramic sculptor Suzie Wright for a creative and hands-on workshop where you’ll make your very own ceramic bear from stoneware clay. Whether your...
£95
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0 spaces available
Introduction To Screen Printing
Sat, 19 Sep 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Screen printing is a vibrant, flexible medium beloved of artists and craftspeople, in which the print is created by pressing ink through a mesh screen with the image created by a stencil design...
£95
Info & BookAll Levels
6 spaces available
Portraiture Drawing Workshop
Sat, 19 Sep 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join Anna Poulton for a day of portrait drawing. Using methods and materials such as graphite, pencil, inks and charcoals, you will explore both traditional and more experimental techniques for drawing a portrait from a life model.
£95
Info & BookAll Levels
8 spaces available
Introduction to Botanical Watercolour
Fri, 25 Sep 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
During this one day workshop, Karen will use the medium of watercolour to inspire Students to start to explore the various and extensive techniques that are possible in producing a simple finished piece...
£95
Info & BookNovice
8 spaces available
NEW
The Great Wheel
Fri, 25 Sep 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Learn the ancient art of long draw spinning. Step back in time and experience the meditative rhythm of long draw spinning using the iconic Great Wheel - a traditional tool with roots stretching back to medieval...
£95
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0 spaces available
Fabric Pattern Design
Sat, 26 Sep 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Unleash your creativity and transform mark-making into stunning works of art through the world of fabric pattern design. Whether you’ve dreamed of creating your own textiles or simply want to explore new design...
£95
Info & BookAll Levels
8 spaces available
Stained Glass - Beautiful Copper Foil Leaf Decorations
Sat, 26 Sep 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Everyone loves stained glass and the gorgeous effect of the light streaming through it. Well imagine being able to make your own gorgeous glass decorations to hang at the window or in front...
£95
Info & BookAll Levels
4 spaces available
NEW
Blacksmithing -Swallow Sculptures
Sun, 27 Sep 2026
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Forge your own gorgeous swallow sculpture on this hands-on day whether you are new to blacksmithing or want to try your hand at something different. Blacksmith/sculptor Adrian Wood brings forges and anvils and...
£145
Register InterestAll Levels
-1 spaces available
NEW
Ink Making from Plants
Sun, 27 Sep 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
In this workshop participants will be guided through the various stages of working with plants to create colourful inks. There is a remarkable variety of colours that are possible and during the workshop...
£95
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8 spaces available
Paper Making with Plants
Thu, 1 Oct 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
In this workshop, artist Lucy Lee will run through the basics of paper making, from recycling paper right through to making paper entirely from foraged plants. You will be shown how to use...
£95
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3 spaces available
Weave Your Own Scarf/Snood Using a Table Loom
Fri, 2 Oct 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Spend the day weaving your very own scarf or snood using an eight shaft table loom. Each loom with be set up and ready to use, meaning you can enjoy weaving for the...
£95
Info & BookAll Levels
6 spaces available
Festive Willow Stags Head
Sat, 3 Oct 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
In a day spent with willow sculptor Jess Wilkinson you will learn the techniques and tips needed to work with and shape willow. Jess Wilkinson will guide you through this intensive day of...
£95
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8 spaces available
Stone Setting in Silver Jewellery
Sat, 3 Oct 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Stone setting is the craft of securely and accurately fixing stones and gems into jewellery. On this quite intensive workshop you have the chance to learn some basic silversmithing techniques, making a very...
£95
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3 spaces available
NEW
Painting Your Pets in Pastels
Thu, 8 Oct 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Learn how to turn your favourite furry (or feathered!) friend into a pastel portrait in this enjoyable and accessible workshop with professional artist Jo Garlick. Designed for both beginners and those with some...
£95
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7 spaces available
NEW
Gelli Plates and Printing
Fri, 9 Oct 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join Kirstie Williams for a fun day exploring the exciting process of gelli printing! Printing from gelatine plates is a type of monoprinting which is instant and effective without the need for a...
£95
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3 spaces available
Seasonal Ceramic Wreaths
Fri, 9 Oct 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Design and make your own unique and beautiful hanging autumnal (or Christmas if you are thinking ahead!) wreath from stoneware clay with Charlotte Morrison. Perfect to hang in a window, hook on a...
£95
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9 spaces available
Introduction to Raku
Sat, 10 Oct 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join ceramics tutor Claude Frere-Smith on this exciting and occasionally fast-moving (!) workshop to create stunning pots using the ancient and dramatic technique of raku firing. Raku is a really amazing process, developed...
£95
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0 spaces available
Machine and Hand Embroidered Autumnal Woodland
Sat, 10 Oct 2026 - Sun, 11 Oct 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Create a stunning machine and hand embroidered woodland scene that takes your knowledge and skills to the next level! Over two days you will learn how to compose, structure and stitch an embroidered...
£190
Info & BookAll Levels
10 spaces available
Introduction to Raku
Sun, 11 Oct 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join ceramics tutor Claude Frere-Smith on this exciting and occasionally fast-moving (!) workshop to create stunning pots using the ancient and dramatic technique of raku firing. Raku is a really amazing process, developed...
£95
Register InterestAll Levels
0 spaces available
Painting a Portrait in Oils
Thu, 15 Oct 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Develop your portrait painting skills in this masterclass workshop. Stage 1 (90 mins approx.) The workshop will begin with a focus on mixing skin tones with each participant creating a detailed reference sheet...
£95
Info & BookAll Levels
10 spaces available
NEW
Autumn Wreaths & Pumpkin Flower Arranging
Thu, 15 Oct 2026
1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Embrace the beauty of the changing season in this cosy, hands-on autumn workshop. You’ll create two gorgeous, nature-inspired arrangements that bring the warm colours and textures of autumn into your home. In this...
£45
Info & BookAll Levels
8 spaces available
Memories to memoir: how to write the stories of your life
Fri, 16 Oct 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
We all have a lifetime full of stories about our own experiences and the people and places that have shaped them. This workshop helps you to explore them and write them down. We’ll...
£95
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9 spaces available
NEW
Speedy Snuggly Patchwork Stole/Wrap
Fri, 16 Oct 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Make a Patchwork Stole with Betty. Fast, fun, and seriously cosy - a perfect handmade gift (if you can bear to part with it). Using simple patchwork squares, Betty will guide you through...
£95
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7 spaces available
Leather Slippers
Sat, 17 Oct 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
A wonderful workshop with Catherine Edwards, Leather Designer / Maker, learning to make a simple but beautiful pair of handsewn slippers. Learn to cut your own patterns to the size you require, and...
£110
Info & BookAll Levels
3 spaces available
NEW
Wet Felted Owl Picture - Painting with Fibres
Sat, 17 Oct 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join talented felt artist Liz Emery for a day exploring the techniques and processes behind creating fibre pictures. You will learn the basic wet felting method and at the same time be guided...
£95
Info & BookAll Levels
7 spaces available
NEW
Print Your Own Wallpaper
Thu, 22 Oct 2026 - Fri, 23 Oct 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Design. Carve. Print. Create your own custom wallpaper! Ever dreamed of designing your own wallpaper? In this exciting hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to create bold, beautiful repeat patterns using linocut printing techniques....
£190
Info & BookIntermediate
8 spaces available
Wet Felted Tealight Shade
Thu, 22 Oct 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
As the nights are drawing in, bring some mood enhancing light into your home by making your very own stunning wet felted tealight shade with expert tutor Louise Curnin. In the morning session,...
£95
Info & BookAll Levels
8 spaces available
Weave your own mat/rug using a peg loom
Fri, 23 Oct 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Come and enjoy a wonderful day weaving your very own decorative mat or small rug using a peg loom. This workshop is perfect for beginners and you will be supported as you create...
£95
Info & BookAll Levels
8 spaces available
Blacksmithing - Sculptural Flowers for the Garden
Sat, 24 Oct 2026
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Forge your own gorgeous gifts on this hands-on day whether you are new to blacksmithing or want to try your hand at something different. Blacksmith/sculptor Adrian Wood brings forges and anvils and you...
£130
Info & BookAll Levels
3 spaces available
Contemporary Collage - Inspired by Nature
Sat, 24 Oct 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Spend a day with artist Sue Orrey-Godden, learning a wide range of collage techniques. You will spend the morning exploring the composition and design of your piece and creating painted and printed papers...
£95
Info & BookAll Levels
9 spaces available
NEW
Printed paper vessels and sculptural forms
Sun, 25 Oct 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
A Creative Workshop Inspired by the Work of Kate Semple Explore the tactile and expressive potential of paper in this hands-on workshop where you'll create unique printed paper vessels and sculptural forms. Inspired...
£95
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6 spaces available
The Craft of Green Wood Bowl Carving
Sun, 25 Oct 2026
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
On this one-day introduction to the ancient craft of bowl carving with Mike Craig you will use traditional hand tools to carve your own bowl from native green timber. The joy of this...
£95
Info & BookAll Levels
8 spaces available
A Day of Enameling
Thu, 5 Nov 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Come and spend your day trying out the beautiful art of enameling with local enamel artist Heather Croft. Whether you have previous experience or if this is your first time, all are welcome....
£95
Info & BookAll Levels
5 spaces available
NEW
Nature in Collagraph
Thu, 5 Nov 2026 - Fri, 6 Nov 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
On this beginners’ two-day workshop Hester will show you why collagraph will always be her favourite method of printmaking. Taking the natural world as your inspiration, the first day will be spent exploring...
£190
Info & BookAll Levels
5 spaces available
Ceramics - Sculpt a Chicken
Fri, 6 Nov 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join ceramist Suzie Wright to create your own character chicken. The day will begin with you exploring the rich variety found in these surprisingly beautiful birds, before developing your ideas and translating them...
£95
Info & BookAll Levels
4 spaces available
NEW
Printing Multi-Block Woodcuts
Sat, 7 Nov 2026 - Sun, 8 Nov 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Explore the expressive world of relief printmaking in this two-day woodcut workshop. In this hands-on course, you'll create a two-block woodcut print using traditional techniques and tools. Guided by experienced printmaker Joanna Bourne,...
£190
Info & BookAll Levels
7 spaces available
Silversmithing - Make a Fidget or Swivel Ring
Sat, 7 Nov 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
During this one day workshop you will make a unique silver fidget or swivel ring - a broad plain or textured ring with one or two narrow rings that swivel around it when...
£95
Info & BookAll Levels
3 spaces available
NEW
Sculptured Clay Heads
Sun, 8 Nov 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
In this workshop led by ceramist kay Latto you will learn to sculpt a small head - human, animal or mythical - in clay, approximately 15/20 cm using a variety of sculpting tools....
£110
Info & BookAll Levels
10 spaces available
Drawing Designs with Wire
Thu, 12 Nov 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Come and join Helaina and make your very own art wirework. Taking inspiration from subjects of your choice, you will learn techniques for working with wire to create three-dimensional, wall mounted, drawings. You...
£95
Info & BookAll Levels
9 spaces available
Hand Embroidery - Textured Textiles
Thu, 12 Nov 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Textiles and embroidery are so tactile and perfect to use to create a new dimension to your work. In this creative workshop you’ll explore different hand embroidery stitches and techniques to add texture...
£95
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6 spaces available
Make a Wonderful Living Wreath - Afternoon Session
Fri, 13 Nov 2026
1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
This is a fun half day session where Sue will show you how to make a living wreath, one that will last, continuing to grow and develop new flowers and foliage. Certainly not...
£45
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8 spaces available
Creating Delicate Felted Landscapes
Sat, 14 Nov 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Create a painterly landscape using the wet felting technique. On this one-day workshop you will be guided through the steps Valérie uses when creating her own felt artwork. You will be encouraged to...
£110
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9 spaces available
NEW
Hardback Book Binding
Sat, 14 Nov 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join book artist Ruth McCann for a creative and rewarding day learning the craft of traditional hardback bookbinding. This workshop introduces the essential techniques used to make a classic hardbound book from start...
£95
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8 spaces available
NEW
Glorious Gouache: A Perfect Start to Painting
Thu, 19 Nov 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
An accessible, forgiving, and wonderfully versatile painting workshop If you've ever wanted to start painting but didn’t know where to begin - this is the workshop for you. Gouache (say it “gwash”) is...
£95
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10 spaces available
Papercutting with a Festive Theme
Fri, 20 Nov 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join Anna, who is a professional papercut artist and with her guidance you will create festive themed papercut items for Christmas. You will develop your papercutting skills through some simple projects and be...
£95
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6 spaces available
Yarn Hooking - Festive Stockings
Fri, 20 Nov 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Come and enjoy a day learning yarn hooking with Carole Rennison and go home with a beautiful festive stocking, choose either a Robin or Reindeer. This hooking workshop is a little different to...
£95
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8 spaces available
Festive Willow - Wreaths + Stars
Sat, 21 Nov 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Willow sculptor Jess Wilkinson will guide you through the process of designing and making a stunning willow wreath along with a range of smaller willow decorations - stars, hearts and other motifs. -...
£95
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7 spaces available
Mosaic stone
Sat, 21 Nov 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Create your very own mosaic stone for your home or garden. Mosaic stones are perfect to use as a doorstop or to add a little extra colour to the garden or outside area....
£95
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6 spaces available
Blacksmithing - Fire + BBQ Tools with Ramshead Handles
Sun, 22 Nov 2026
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
A rare opportunity to have a hands-on day of blacksmithing - working hot metal by hand and finding out how to create a ramshead handle. Blacksmith/sculptor Adrian Wood brings with him anvils, tools and...
£130
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6 spaces available
Beginners Silver Art Clay Jewellery - Nature Inspired
Thu, 26 Nov 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Enjoy a day with Tara learning how to capture nature and all its detail in silver art clay to make beautiful nature inspired pieces of Enjoy a day with Tara learning how to...
£95
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1 spaces available
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Buildings in the landscape: a winter scene in pen and wash
Thu, 26 Nov 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Capture the quiet beauty of winter with pen, ink, and watercolour wash. Join landscape artist John Harrison for a creative day exploring the expressive technique of pen and wash - a blend of...
£95
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10 spaces available
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Mosaic Jewellery
Thu, 26 Nov 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Discover the beauty of transforming tiny treasures into wearable art! In this workshop, Lisa-marie will guide you through the rewarding process of creating your very own mosaic jewellery using an array of tiny...
£95
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9 spaces available
Curious Creative Calligraphy
Fri, 27 Nov 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Have you ever looked at the words you have written in a greetings card and thought 'I wish my hand writing was more presentable'? Well this course will help you on your journey...
£95
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10 spaces available
Willow Sculpture - Festive Reindeer
Sat, 28 Nov 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Willow sculptor Leilah Vyner will guide you through this intensive day of willow weaving. You will create a beautiful festive reindeer to take home and install in the garden or indoors. You will...
£95
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6 spaces available
Still Life in Acrylics
Thu, 3 Dec 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join experienced artist Lynn Ward for a day of exploring the medium of acrylics. Let Lynn guide you through all the processes involved in creating your very own masterpieces - from mixing colours...
£95
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10 spaces available
The Art of Glass Engraving - Hanging Decoration or Festive Vessel!
Thu, 3 Dec 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join Sandra Snaddon, a Fellow of the Guild of Glass Engravers, to learn a new skill and take home your very own piece of engraved glass. Here's a chance to create either a...
£95
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6 spaces available
NEW
Festive Wreath-Making (AM)
Fri, 4 Dec 2026
10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Create a Natural Christmas Wreath to Celebrate the Season Gather with friends - or meet some lovely new ones - and get into the festive spirit with this joyful, hands-on Christmas wreath workshop....
£45
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10 spaces available
Rag Rug Wreath/ Table Decoration
Fri, 4 Dec 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Make it a December to remember! Join talented tutor Karina Wiles to learn the heritage craft of rag rug 'hooky' and 'proddy' techniques to make your own fabric wreath or table decoration without...
£95
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7 spaces available
NEW
Festive Wreath-Making (PM)
Fri, 4 Dec 2026
1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Create a Natural Christmas Wreath to Celebrate the Season Gather with friends - or meet some lovely new ones - and get into the festive spirit with this joyful, hands-on Christmas wreath workshop....
£45
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10 spaces available
NEW
Mosaics: Festive Hanging Decorations
Sat, 5 Dec 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Get into the seasonal spirit and create your own festive mosaic decorations to hang on your tree, mantelpiece, or window. In this creative workshop led by Lisa-Marie, you'll work with a beautiful mix...
£95
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5 spaces available
Stained Glass Star Decorations
Sat, 5 Dec 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Everyone loves stained glass and the gorgeous effect of the light streaming through it. Well imagine being able to make your own gorgeous glass decorations to hang at the window or in front...
£95
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2 spaces available
NEW
Botanical print wrapping paper and hand made cord
Sun, 6 Dec 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Create beautifully personal gift wrap using nature’s own designs. Elevate your gift-giving with handmade wrapping paper that’s as special as what’s inside. In this relaxed and creative workshop, you’ll learn how to make...
£95
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0 spaces available
Wooden Spoon Carving
Sun, 6 Dec 2026
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
This is a one-day introduction to spoon carving where you will work together with talented wood craftsman Mike Craig to carve a cooking spoon from a log using carving axes, knives and hook...
£95
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7 spaces available
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Make Your Own Leather Wallet & Belt
Fri, 11 Dec 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join us for a hands-on leatherworking workshop where you’ll craft two timeless pieces: a classic leather belt and a hand-stitched billfold wallet. These make ideal Christmas gifts - thoughtful, useful, and entirely handmade...
£95
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5 spaces available
Stitched Up + Sparkly - Upcycled Christmas Decorations
Fri, 11 Dec 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join Durham based artist Betty Brown for a fun day breathing new life into colourful second hand fabrics. With Betty's guidance you will make fun and fancy fabric Christmas decorations. Templates of various...
£95
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10 spaces available
Copperwork - Design & Make Your Own Christmas Decorations
Sat, 12 Dec 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
A fun session for the festive season and a gorgeous new medium to try! Learn the metalwork skill of hand piercing to produce unique copper or brass creations for the tree or as...
£95
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7 spaces available
Festive Willow Angels
Sat, 12 Dec 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
In a day spent with willow sculptor Jess Wilkinson you will learn the techniques and tips needed to work with, and shape willow. By the end of this festive themed day you will...
£95
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8 spaces available