Workshops
Looking for a little inspiration—and maybe a break from the daily grind? Our craft workshops are the perfect excuse to unplug, unwind, and get your hands busy.
Whether you're into nifty needlework, fabulous florals, or getting a little messy with paint, we’ve got an amazing selection lined up to choose from!
February
Dried Flower Hanger - FULLY BOOKED
20th February
1pm - 2.30pm
Join Maxi from Thornbridge Blooms to create your own dried flower wall panel to hang in your home!
March
Breathe & Bloom Yoga Retreat
8th March
9am - 10.45am
Breathe & Bloom is a spring yoga retreat designed to gently awaken your body, mind, and spirit after the quieter months of winter.
Needle felted 3D flowers
10th March
10am - 1pm
Using merino wool and special felting needles you will learn how to needle felt flowers
Silver Charm Bracelet
12th March
10.15am - 1.15pm
Join us for a hands-on silver clay workshop where creativity meets craftsmanship.
Mother's Day Bouquet
14th March 11am - 1pm
15th March 2pm - 4pm
Looking to create a gift or something to do with your mum this Mother’s day!
Lino Printing
20th March
10am - 12.30pm
Learn the basics of lino printing and take away your own finished lino print that could be framed or used for card making
Spring Pastel Drawing
25th March
10am - 1pm
Explore the vivid colours and soft texture of pastel pencils with pastellist, Katie Wyke.
Alcohol Ink Spring Bluebell
26th March
10am - 1pm
Explore the gentle awakening of spring through colour, flowing ink, and creativity.
Love colour, flowers, and working with new techniques?
Watercolour Flower
27th March
10am - 1pm
Under the guidance of artist Linzi Pattison, this workshop will demonstrate the art of watercolour painting techniques giving you the skills and confidence to create your own watercolour painting
April
Envelopes Of Memories paper crafting for teens
1st April
10.30am - 12.30pm
Join Sandra Gardiner for an inspiring workshop where you’ll craft a beautiful fold-out hanger — perfect for yourself, or as a heartfelt handmade gift.
Lego Printing for kids
1st April
10.30am - 12noon
Join Chesterfield-based printmaker Dave Elsom for a playful and imaginative children’s Lego printing workshop!
Posca Pen for Kids
1st April & 9th April
1.30pm - 3pm
Join artist Dave Elsom for a colourful, creative workshop Using vibrant acrylic paint markers, you’ll transform everyday items.
Stone Painting for kids
9th April
10.30am - 12noon
Join Chesterfield-based printmaker and artist Dave Elsom for a lively, creative stone painting workshop designed especially for children!
Pastel Drawing
15th April
10am - 1pm
Explore the vivid colours and soft texture of pastel pencils with pastellist, Katie Wyke.
Acrylic flower paining
17th April
10am - 1pm
Together with artist Linzi Pattison you will learn techniques for painting flowers in Acrylic paint
Mandala Creation
16th April
10am - 1.30pm
A morning of meditative creativity . Learn all the skills and techniques you will need to produce your own beautiful mandala in the beautiful surroundings of the Orangery.
Living Spring Wreath
23rd April 2pm - 4pm
25th April 11am - 1pm
Join Maxi, from Thornbridge Blooms, to create your very own living spring wreath using a seasonal selection flowers, bulbs and plants on a willow wreath base
October
Mandala Creation
15th October
10am - 1.30pm
A morning of meditative creativity . Learn all the skills and techniques you will need to produce your own beautiful mandala in the beautiful surroundings of the Orangery.