Inspired by the festive season you will be creating lasting impressions in clay and using cutting out techniques to make stunning ceramic winter-themed houses.  These can be used as a candle holder so the warm light flickers through the windows or as a Christmas ornament. It would also make a wonder gift for someone special. ... Read more

Our one-day leather workshop focuses on making premium small leather goods, such as a wallet, notebook holder, card holder or passport holder. Join us for a wonderful introduction to leather in this workshop with Jason Stocks-Young of Diamond Awl. You will learn the core basics of traditional leather working techniques including marking & cutting, preparing ... Read more

Kate is an artist and illustrator based in Hertfordshire, her original artwork and high quality Giclée prints feature beautiful water colour techniques and metallic details. Kate set up Essoldo Design in August 2020 – she has sold pieces to over 14 countries across the globe and has successfully licensed her work in the UK, Europe ... Read more

Kate is an artist and illustrator based in Hertfordshire, her original artwork features beautiful watercolour techniques and mixed media details in metallics. Kate founded Essoldo Design in August 2020 – she has sold pieces to over 18 countries across the globe and has successfully licensed her work in the UK, Europe and the USA. Why not join us ... Read more

A door wreath is not just for Christmas! Wreaths make beautiful additions to your home in any season and you can now create your own in our Seasonal Wreath making workshop with Kayleigh, our in-house florist. The unique and beautiful style that is reflected in the stunning arrangements are taught in this step by step ... Read more

Join us for a wonderfully festive workshop where you will learn the basics of lino printing with our tutor Kirsty Hall. Lino printing is a very relaxing pass-time, creating print after print with different inks. You will learn how to create your own lino block designs to compose a Christmassy image that can be framed ... Read more

Ease into the festive spirit with this watercolour workshop. We will create seasonally inspired paintings that may be made into lovely watercolour cards. From festive wreaths, winter stags to robin red breasts – there will be something for everyone. The day of course includes lots of guidance, full of interesting techniques, colour mixing and a ... Read more

This year we will be holding our Christmas Market on the evenings of Thursday 28th & Friday the 29th of November. Be sure to book early as this is always a "SOLD OUT" event! Featuring local makers, artisan produce and a warm welcome for which we are renowned, it’s the perfect way to start to ... Read more