Events Calendar
Workshop
Willow Weaving Workshop
Nene Park Trust, Discovery Den, Ham Lane, Peterborough PE2 5UU , United KingdomThis is a beginners workshop to introduce you to the wonderful world of willow. Join Martin from Rutland Willow as he takes you through the techniques you need to create 3 pieces of work with an Easter theme. Minimum Age: 16yrs + Meeting point: Discovery Den Cost: £20.00pp
Willow Weaving Workshop
Nene Park Trust, Discovery Den, Ham Lane, Peterborough PE2 5UU , United KingdomThis is a beginners workshop to introduce you to the wonderful world of willow. Join Martin from Rutland Willow as he takes you through the techniques you need to create 3 pieces of work with an Easter theme. There are two sessions starting at 10:00 and 13:00. Minimum Age: 16yrs + Meeting point: Discovery Den
Pom Pom Animals Craft Workshop
Northampton Museum and Art Gallery Crispin Street, Northampton, United KingdomJoin us for a fun workshop to create your own woolly pom pom animal. Choose from Easter chicks, bouncing bunnies or silly sheep … or maybe create your own strange new creature! All materials supplied. Suitable for families. Children must be accompanied. Booking essential.
Copper Foiling Workshop
Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, Wellingborough, United KingdomA fun and relaxed half-day workshop where you will make Birds and Feathers suncatchers to take home on the day, using the basics of the Tiffany copper foil technique. On the workshop you will be guided through the process from learning to cut glass to using the copper foil, soldering and constructing your birds and feathers. All equipment and materials ... Read More
Delapré Wellbeing: Laughter Workshop With Ishi Khan
Delapre Abbey Abbey Cottage, Delapré Abbey, United Kingdom‘The most wasted of days is one without laughter’ – E.E Cummings We can forget so easily how vital laughter is in bringing people together, manifesting positivity and allowing us to feel free! Ditch the stress and come along to our ‘Laugh it Off’ workshop. Let go of all the pressures of everyday life…with a good ol’ fashioned howl of ... Read More
Children’s Fused Glass Workshop
Nene Park , United KingdomJoin June from Semperart at this workshop, especially for children to make their own unique fused glass. During the session you will * Develop a design that June has created especially for this workshop, you can choose to make either a dragonfly or a butterfly. * Choose a variety of coloured glass to create your design There are two workshops at 10:30 ... Read More
Delapré Wellbeing: Photography Workshop With Dan Cocks
Delapre Abbey Abbey Cottage, Delapré Abbey, United KingdomLearn how your emotions can take hold through the lens in this educational photography workshop with Dan Cocks. ‘Photography is the story I fail to put into words’ – Destin Sparks. Find your voice through the lens and take part in an educational and explorative workshop where you are given the tools and opportunity to photograph a major art installation ... Read More
Blacksmithing Introductory Course
Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, Wellingborough, United KingdomThis one day course introduces the basic skills of Blacksmithing, a trade that used to be found in every village and was at the heart of countryside life for hundreds of years. You will learn about managing the forge and heating your steel to around 1200 degrees Celsius. Discover the techniques of drawing down and shaping the metal on the ... Read More
Identification of Water Bugs with Kevin Rowley
Wildlife Trust Nene Wetlands Visitor Centre Rushden Lakes, Rushden, Northamptonshire, United KingdomWith around 67 species, Water Bugs are an ideal introduction into identifying aquatic invertebrates whether you are formally recording, pond dipping with children or just interested in understanding more about what’s in your garden pond. Prices range from £20- £40
Jewellery Workshop
Nene Park Trust, Discovery Den, Ham Lane, Peterborough PE2 5UU , United KingdomGet ready for the summer and make your own macrame bracelet for yourself or as a gift, or just an excuse to try something new. Macrame is a textile craft based on knotting strings in patterns, interspersed with beautiful beads to make a lovely bracelet. All materials are included to make a bracelet with a choice of beads and colours. Donna will ... Read More
An Evening with David Hill
Peterborough Cathedral , United KingdomTake part in a singing workshop and Q&A with the internationally renowned conductor, David Hill. David Hill, who is Musical Director of The Bach Choir and Principal Conductor of Yale Schola Cantorum, will lead the singing workshop in the Cathedral. The music featured in the workshop will be: Fauré Cantique de Jean Racine Palestrina Sicut cervus Parry My soul there is a country ... Read More
Blacksmithing Introductory Course
Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, Wellingborough, United KingdomThis one day course introduces the basic skills of Blacksmithing, a trade that used to be found in every village and was at the heart of countryside life for hundreds of years. You will learn about managing the forge and heating your steel to around 1200 degrees Celsius. Discover the techniques of drawing down and shaping the metal on the ... Read More
Blacksmithing Introductory Course
Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, Wellingborough, United KingdomThis one day course introduces the basic skills of Blacksmithing, a trade that used to be found in every village and was at the heart of countryside life for hundreds of years. You will learn about managing the forge and heating your steel to around 1200 degrees Celsius. Discover the techniques of drawing down and shaping the metal on the ... Read More
Blacksmithing Introductory Course
Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, Wellingborough, United KingdomThis one day course introduces the basic skills of Blacksmithing, a trade that used to be found in every village and was at the heart of countryside life for hundreds of years. You will learn about managing the forge and heating your steel to around 1200 degrees Celsius. Discover the techniques of drawing down and shaping the metal on the ... Read More
Wood Carving Course
Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, Wellingborough, United KingdomWood carving course in the beautiful Stanwick Lakes nature reserve! Have you ever wanted to learn the traditional craft of Wood Carving? This one day course is suitable for those just starting out and also for carvers who would like to develop their skills further. The day starts with the introduction of the tools and the techniques and materials used ... Read More
Beginners Stained Glass Course
Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, Wellingborough, United KingdomThis two day introduction to the traditional method of stained glass construction will give you an insight into this ancient craft that dates back hundreds of years. There will be plenty of hands-on experience and you will be able to make either a traditional panel or put your own contemporary twist on this ancient craft. You will be fully guided ... Read More
Beginners Stained Glass Course
Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, Wellingborough, United KingdomThis two day introduction to the traditional method of stained glass construction will give you an insight into this ancient craft that dates back hundreds of years. There will be plenty of hands-on experience and you will be able to make either a traditional panel or put your own contemporary twist on this ancient craft. You will be fully guided ... Read More
Get Drawing at Chester House
Chester House Estate Irchester,, Wellingborough, United KingdomWe so often hear of the fear of drawing. Get Drawing aims to banish those fears through simple and guided tasks and instructions to help you learn new skills and improve on existing ones, in this enjoyable small group series at The Chester House Estate, Irchester. Each session is bookable individually and has a different theme and stands alone, but ... Read More
Oundle on Show: Cardboard Oundle Workshop
The Queen Victoria Hall, Oundle 7 West Street, Oundle, Northamptonshire, United KingdomCardboard Oundle is a workshop that invites families of Oundle (children aged 7-11, younger and older are welcome) to build a cardboard version of Oundle using recycled cardboard. During the workshop, artist Tim Neath shares his passion for working with recycled cardboard and model making will both encourage and support your ideas to ensure they become a reality. Everyone taking ... Read More
Blacksmithing Introductory Course
Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, Wellingborough, United KingdomThis one day course introduces the basic skills of Blacksmithing, a trade that used to be found in every village and was at the heart of countryside life for hundreds of years. You will learn about managing the forge and heating your steel to around 1200 degrees Celsius. Discover the techniques of drawing down and shaping the metal on the ... Read More
Blacksmithing Introductory Course
Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, Wellingborough, United KingdomThis one day course introduces the basic skills of Blacksmithing, a trade that used to be found in every village and was at the heart of countryside life for hundreds of years. You will learn about managing the forge and heating your steel to around 1200 degrees Celsius. Discover the techniques of drawing down and shaping the metal on the ... Read More
Get Drawing at Chester House
Chester House Estate Irchester,, Wellingborough, United KingdomWe so often hear of the fear of drawing. Get Drawing aims to banish those fears through simple and guided tasks and instructions to help you learn new skills and improve on existing ones, in this enjoyable small group series at The Chester House Estate, Irchester. Each session is bookable individually and has a different theme and stands alone, but ... Read More
Blacksmithing Introductory Course
Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, Wellingborough, United KingdomThis one day course introduces the basic skills of Blacksmithing, a trade that used to be found in every village and was at the heart of countryside life for hundreds of years. You will learn about managing the forge and heating your steel to around 1200 degrees Celsius. Discover the techniques of drawing down and shaping the metal on the ... Read More
Rustic Furniture Making Course
Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, Wellingborough, United KingdomTwo day Introduction to Green Woodworking course in the beautiful Stanwick Lakes nature reserve. Make a rustic stool or side table using traditional tools and techniques. This introductory Green Woodworking course is an ideal opportunity to try a great traditional craft. You’ll start this course by being given a simple ash log and end it with your own unique piece ... Read More
Get Drawing at Chester House
Chester House Estate Irchester,, Wellingborough, United KingdomWe so often hear of the fear of drawing. Get Drawing aims to banish those fears through simple and guided tasks and instructions to help you learn new skills and improve on existing ones, in this enjoyable small group series at The Chester House Estate, Irchester. Each session is bookable individually and has a different theme and stands alone, but ... Read More
Abington Children’s Summer Workshops
Abington Park Park Avenue South, Northampton, United KingdomWonderful Wednesdays 1-2pm, 2.30-3.30pm, 4-5pm £5 per workshop or £20 for the series of 5 workshops Wednesday 27 July Make a Viking purse Create a leather drawstring Viking style purse with braided ties. All materials supplied. Wednesday 3 August Look closer Explore the microscopic world, learn all about the history of microscopy and create and view your own slides with ... Read More
Abington Children’s Summer Workshops
Abington Park Park Avenue South, Northampton, United KingdomWonderful Wednesdays 1-2pm, 2.30-3.30pm, 4-5pm £5 per workshop or £20 for the series of 5 workshops Wednesday 27 July Make a Viking purse Create a leather drawstring Viking style purse with braided ties. All materials supplied. Wednesday 3 August Look closer Explore the microscopic world, learn all about the history of microscopy and create and view your own slides with ... Read More
Abington Children’s Summer Workshops
Abington Park Park Avenue South, Northampton, United KingdomWonderful Wednesdays 1-2pm, 2.30-3.30pm, 4-5pm £5 per workshop or £20 for the series of 5 workshops Wednesday 27 July Make a Viking purse Create a leather drawstring Viking style purse with braided ties. All materials supplied. Wednesday 3 August Look closer Explore the microscopic world, learn all about the history of microscopy and create and view your own slides with ... Read More
Children’s Fused Glass Workshop
Nene Park Trust, Discovery Den, Ham Lane, Peterborough PE2 5UU , United KingdomJoin June from Semperart at this workshop, especially for children to make their own unique fused glass. During the session you will * Develop a design that June has created especially for this workshop * Choose a variety of coloured glass to create your design Once your piece is complete, it will be fired in a kiln. This can take up to ... Read More
Children’s Fused Glass Workshop
Nene Park Trust, Discovery Den, Ham Lane, Peterborough PE2 5UU , United KingdomJoin June from Semperart at this workshop, especially for children to make their own unique fused glass. During the session you will * Develop a design that June has created especially for this workshop * Choose a variety of coloured glass to create your design Once your piece is complete, it will be fired in a kiln. This can take up to ... Read More
Abington Children’s Summer Workshops
Abington Park Park Avenue South, Northampton, United KingdomWonderful Wednesdays 1-2pm, 2.30-3.30pm, 4-5pm £5 per workshop or £20 for the series of 5 workshops Wednesday 27 July Make a Viking purse Create a leather drawstring Viking style purse with braided ties. All materials supplied. Wednesday 3 August Look closer Explore the microscopic world, learn all about the history of microscopy and create and view your own slides with ... Read More
Children’s Fused Glass Workshop
Nene Park Trust, Discovery Den, Ham Lane, Peterborough PE2 5UU , United KingdomJoin June from Semperart at this workshop, especially for children to make their own unique fused glass. During the session you will * Develop a design that June has created especially for this workshop * Choose a variety of coloured glass to create your design Once your piece is complete, it will be fired in a kiln. This can take up to ... Read More
Abington Children’s Summer Workshops
Abington Park Park Avenue South, Northampton, United KingdomWonderful Wednesdays 1-2pm, 2.30-3.30pm, 4-5pm £5 per workshop or £20 for the series of 5 workshops Wednesday 27 July Make a Viking purse Create a leather drawstring Viking style purse with braided ties. All materials supplied. Wednesday 3 August Look closer Explore the microscopic world, learn all about the history of microscopy and create and view your own slides with ... Read More
Leather Bag Making Course
Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, Wellingborough, United KingdomThis two-day course will provide an introduction to the traditional method of leather bag making and give you an insight into the basics of leatherwork. You will be able to chose from one of three bag designs and several different colours and textures of leather. Once you have picked your style you will then work on the selection of material, ... Read More
Blacksmithing Introductory Course
Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, Wellingborough, United KingdomThis one day course introduces the basic skills of Blacksmithing, a trade that used to be found in every village and was at the heart of countryside life for hundreds of years. You will learn about managing the forge and heating your steel to around 1200 degrees Celsius. Discover the techniques of drawing down and shaping the metal on the ... Read More
Blacksmithing Introductory Course
Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, Wellingborough, United KingdomThis one day course introduces the basic skills of Blacksmithing, a trade that used to be found in every village and was at the heart of countryside life for hundreds of years. You will learn about managing the forge and heating your steel to around 1200 degrees Celsius. Discover the techniques of drawing down and shaping the metal on the ... Read More
Open Studios – Susan Webb
An Open Studios Event where you can visit artists at their home studio or exhibiting venue. For more information please contact the artist. OPEN STUDIO INFORMATION Event Type: Open Studio Event Date: 10 September 2022 Event time: 10:00 - 16:00 Spaces Available OPEN STUDIO CONTACT AND LOCATION DETAILS Contact: Susan Webb Phone: 07982657934 Email: sjwebb01@btinternet.com Address: 19 Back Lane, Ringstead, NN14 4DR
Northamptonshire Open Studios – Kerrie Suteu, Luminata Prints
Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, Wellingborough, United KingdomOPEN STUDIO DESCRIPTION An Open Studios Event where you can visit artists at their home studio or exhibiting venue. For more information please contact the artist. OPEN STUDIO INFORMATION Event Type: Open Studio Event Date: 10 September 2022 Event time: 10:00 - 16:00 Spaces Available OPEN STUDIO CONTACT AND LOCATION DETAILS Contact: Kerrie Suteu, Luminita Prints Phone: 07425152532 Email: kerriedav@hotmail.com Address: Stanwick Lakes, NN9 6GY
Northamptonshire Open Studios – Jo Lesley
78 Derngate 78-82 Derngate, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United KingdomOPEN STUDIO DESCRIPTION An Open Studios Event where you can visit artists at their home studio or exhibiting venue. For more information please contact the artist. OPEN STUDIO INFORMATION Event Type: Open Studio Spaces: Unlimited Spaces Event Date: 10 September 2022 Event time: 10:00 - 16:30 Spaces Available OPEN STUDIO CONTACT AND LOCATION DETAILS Contact: Jo Brown Phone: 07553371306 Email: Jolesleyglassart@outlook.com Address: 78 Derngate, Northampton,, NN1 1UH
Hedge Laying Heritage Skills Workshop
Flag Fen , United KingdomThe desire to conserve and enhance our heritage hedgerows, undertake new (old) skills and spend time in the outdoors is on the increase. Here's an exciting opportunity for you to join our hedge laying heritage skills workshop and enjoy an experience that will stay with you for life! Hedge laying is an ancient skill practised throughout the UK and Europe ... Read More
Blacksmithing Introductory Course
Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, Wellingborough, United KingdomThis one day course introduces the basic skills of Blacksmithing, a trade that used to be found in every village and was at the heart of countryside life for hundreds of years. You will learn about managing the forge and heating your steel to around 1200 degrees Celsius. Discover the techniques of drawing down and shaping the metal on the ... Read More
Fizz and Flowers Evening at 78 Derngate
78 Derngate 78-82 Derngate, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United KingdomAs part of the Nene Valley Festival, 78 Derngate is hosting a Fizz & Flowers evening Enjoy a visit to the Charles Rennie Mackintosh House, followed by floristry workshop inspired by Mackintosh watercolour. Ring 01604 603407 to book your free place now!
Peterborough Italian Festival
Cathedral Square, Church Street, Peterborough, PE1 1XH , United KingdomThe Peterborough Italian Festival is back! Join in the celebrations on Sunday 18th September on Cathedral Square with a huge array of Italian food and drink stalls. Entertainment will start from 12pm: 12pm - Boomerang from Italy 12.30pm - Luke Carey - Dean Martin / Frank Sinatra / Frankie Valli 1pm - Giuseppe Barile opera and traditional Italian songs 1.30pm - ... Read More
Spoon Carving Course
Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, Wellingborough, United KingdomWooden spoons have been carved for thousands of years and, for most of the population, continued as an eating utensil until relatively recently. ‘Spoon’ was originally an Anglo-Saxon word that meant ‘a chip of wood’. Spoon carving requires only a few tools and within hours you can create a unique and practical item from a wooden log! On this one ... Read More
Nene Wetlands Nature Journaling with Make and Do Crafts
Wildlife Trust Nene Wetlands Visitor Centre Rushden Lakes, Rushden, Northamptonshire, United KingdomJoin us in the stunning location of the Wildlife Trust's Nene Wetlands Visitor Centre and have a go at experimenting with collage, all under the guidance of Liz and Diane from Make and Do Crafts. We’ll be having fun with fungi and experimenting with collage. Booking essential All materials and refreshments included. Price £30
Copper Foil Christmas Decorations Workshop
Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, Wellingborough, United KingdomCome and join us for this creative hands-on half-day workshop where you will make your own beautiful genuine stained glass decorations to hang on your tree or in your windows this Christmas using the basics of the Tiffany copper foil technique. During the workshop, you will be guided through the process from learning to cut glass to using the copper ... Read More
Copper Foil Christmas Decorations Workshop
Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, Wellingborough, United KingdomCome and join us for this creative hands-on half-day workshop where you will make your own beautiful genuine stained glass decorations to hang on your tree or in your windows this Christmas using the basics of the Tiffany copper foil technique. During the workshop, you will be guided through the process from learning to cut glass to using the copper ... Read More
Bubbles & Baubles
78 Derngate 78-82 Derngate, Northampton, Northamptonshire, United KingdomLooking for an evening of festive fun? Why not come along to our Bubbles & Baubles event! Inspired by our Prosecco & Paint at 78 Derngate evenings, enjoy a wander round 78 Derngate and take in the unique interiors and history of the only house in England designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh. Then, sit down to paint your own Christmas ... Read More
Blacksmithing Introductory Course
Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, Wellingborough, United KingdomThis one day course introduces the basic skills of Blacksmithing, a trade that used to be found in every village and was at the heart of countryside life for hundreds of years. You will learn about managing the forge and heating your steel to around 1200 degrees Celsius. Discover the techniques of drawing down and shaping the metal on the ... Read More
Blacksmithing Introductory Course
Stanwick Lakes Stanwick, Wellingborough, United KingdomThis one day course introduces the basic skills of Blacksmithing, a trade that used to be found in every village and was at the heart of countryside life for hundreds of years. You will learn about managing the forge and heating your steel to around 1200 degrees Celsius. Discover the techniques of drawing down and shaping the metal on the ... Read More