CREATIVE WORKSHOPS
Join us every morning for a creative session which is perfect for parents and primary school children.
WHEN - Every morning Tue- Fri
TIME - 10am or 11:30am
DURATION - 1 hour 20 minutes.
It is an affordable and creative activity. There is a choice of about 8 useful earthenware items that can be used for real; plates, mugs, cereal bowls, trinket boxes, piggy banks....all at the same price. Find your inner 4 year old and get stuck in! Great fun and good value. Please book in advance for your slot. Items glazed and fired within 48 hours, or can be posted for £3.50
One of our most popular creative workshops. Things in your home should be practical and beautiful. We have a gorgeous range of everything for your home, jugs, platters, cake stands, butter dishes and more! Individual items start at £7.50
When you come to a ceramic kitchenware workshop, We will help you build your artistic confidence with illustration techniques, mark making and ingenious ceramic extras like sculpting paste. We say everyone can do art….even if you think you can’t!
WHEN - Most afternoons Tue - Fri
TIME - 1:30pm
DURATION - 3-3.5 hours
includes tutored session, teas/coffees and cake. Most people spend £29-39 including studio fee.
This fun workshop is in two parts. First we show you how to create a block print from wood and a selection of mark making materials. It is very creative using a range of techniques. We think it is important that you create your own block prints.
Choose from a wide selection of practical textile items such as aprons, bags, tea-shirts and tea-towels.
WHEN - Tue - Fri
TIME - 10:30am or 2pm
DURATION - 3 Hours
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Fully tutored session
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Block creation using wood and other mark making material
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Wide choice of quality fabric items and textile
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Print making using high quality fabric inks and paints.
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Tea, coffee and home made cake included.
A lovely introduction to book binding using the concertina technique. This is a delightful creative session showing you how to make a beautiful book that you can use a a memories book, a wedding guest book, photo album or even a recipe book.
WHEN - Tue- Fri
TIME - 2pm
DURATION - 3 hours
A gentle session with tea, coffee and cake! All equipment and techniques provided. If you have an idea in your head, please do bring your own fabrics or paper to work with.
*Coming soon Introduction to Illustration. Clair will be starting illustration in book layout.
So much fun! What shape will you clock be? A Chicken? A Teapot? Campervan? Beach-Hut? Or something else?
You need to be able to come along over 3 sessions at times to suit you. Clock making can easily be accommodated within our ceramic illustration workshops.
Week 1: Design clock. Roll clay and work design into it? Clay will need to dry and be fired before the next session.
Week 2: Paint your clock 'bisque'. This will be glazed and fired again before the next session.
Week 3: Embellish. Add clock mechanism and extras such as ribbon, wire, buttons and beads to finish your clock.
Cost: £75 per person.
Baby Prints from £10
This is the ultimate forever gift. We have a fabulous range of ceramic or fabric items to print your baby's feet or hands.
WHEN - You can pop in any morning.
DURATION - It literally takes 10 minutes!
OPTIONS - Basic prints and writing included or embellished with artwork for an extra £5 per item.
A fabulous mini session for friends who want to get creative and have a lovely afternoon tea in our vintage surroundings.
WHEN - Tues - Sat
TIME - Generally 11am-2pm but whenever works for you!
DURATION - Please allow a couple of hours from when you arrive.
Ceramic Painting session with a great choice from breakfast plate, bowl, mug, spoon rest, small jug, soap dish.
Afternoon Tea - Cucumber sandwiches, crisps, fresh oven-to-table scones, pot of tea or coffee. GF, DF and vegan options available.
Cost £25pp inclusive of ceramic item, creative session, afternoon tea and refreshments.
Menopausal Makers Club
This is a fantastic membership club to operate from the Kitchen Front between October and April during term time. Something to look forward to during those dark winter months!
There will be a range of sessions and different workshops, including evenings available, or you can just drop in and get creative. We are starting this new programme with a 6-week journalling course with book binding, illustration techniques, different mediums and interactive ideas in October 2025.
This is a brand-new 6-week-long workshop which we are running as a trial to see how it works.
WHEN – 17th October – 28th November
We’re excited to be running a brand-new six-week Journal Illustration course at a special trial price of £60, with all materials, tuition and tea, coffee and cake included. Across the sessions, you’ll explore bookbinding, different illustration techniques, symbolism, mindfulness and more, while building your very own journal. As this is a trial, your honest feedback will be so valuable in shaping future workshops; spaces are limited. Call 01288 350107 to book your place.
Fantastic for a fun night out with friends, family, for parties or creative sessions.
WHEN - Weds - Thurs
TIME - Evening 6:30pm – Late (10pm should be about enough!)
Minimum party size is 4. We can seat up to 14 sensibly.
Cost is £15pp plus an item on the night. And then the additional item is paid on the night by cash or card.
Graze Table - Generous and filling choice of Italian Anti Pasta, cheeses and charcuterie or all homemade desserts and puddings (GF, DF, Vegan can be catered for but must let us know 48 hours in advance). I cannot think of anything better than a night out eating pudding!
To order your printed Christmas memories or gifts.
WHEN – Tuesday 18th & Wednesday 19th November
From flowers to Christmas Trees; Butterflies to Tractors; Holly and Mistletoe; Christmas Eve plates with your special design and message for Father Christmas.
This is a very special early evening that we have put together with the amazing local operatic singer Lizzie Hobbs.
WHEN - Sunday 21st December
TIME - 4pm - 7pm
Lizzie has been the lead singer for a world cruise and has performed at many concerts including the BBC. Lizzie will be hosting a wonderful collection of nostalgic jazz, songs from the West End, classical opera and of course an abundance of traditional Christmas Carols.
Join us this festive season for our Elves Club, a cosy Christmas gift-making session perfect for little makers (and big ones too!)
WHEN – Tuesday to Friday
TIME - 3:30pm till 5pm
Join us this festive season for a cosy Christmas gift-making session perfect for little makers and grown-ups alike. For £15 per person, choose from a selection of creative projects, including four handmade Christmas clay hangers or a ceramic item to paint as a thoughtful gift for someone special. There’s a wide variety to pick from, such as mugs, plates, jugs, bowls, trinket boxes, spoon rests and more.