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!
please note: Booking is essential for all workshops - tickets include all-day access to the gardens and discount off lunch at Quackers cafe for ticket holders
July
Sacred Links - yoga and craft
12th July
1pm - 2.45pm
An afternoon of yoga and craft
China Cup Pastel Drawing
15th July
10am - 1pm
Explore the vivid colours and soft texture of pastel pencils with pastelist, Katie Wyke.
Summer Meadow Box
17th July
6pm - 7.30pm
Come and spend a few hours with Maxi from Thornbridge Blooms, creating an Meadow Box to enjoy at home or gift to a loved one.
Kids Lego Printing
29th July
10.30am - 12noon
Join Chesterfield-based printmaker Dave Elsom, for a playful and imaginative children’s Lego printing workshop!
Kids Posca Pen
29th July
1.30pm - 3pm
Join artist Dave Elsom of Sombrero Printmaking for a colourful, creative workshop packed with imagination and hands-on fun!
August
Hand - Tied Bouquet
15th August
11am - 1pm
Join Maxi, for a relaxed and inspiring workshop where you’ll learn how to create your own hand-tied spiral bouquet
Papercraft - friendship tags
5th August
10.30am - 12.30pm
Join us for a creative and relaxing session led by Sandra Gardiner of Paper Creations to make Your Own Friendship Tags
Papercraft - Fancy paperclips & shaker bookmark
13th August
10.30am - 12.30pm
Get creative with another fun session led by Sandra Gardiner of Paper Creations to make 4 Fancy Paper Clips & a Shaker Bookmark
Papercraft - Notepad & Post-It Note Folder
25th August
10.30am - 12.30pm
Join Sandra Gardiner of Paper Creations for another creative session to make a Notepad & Post-It Note Folder
Kids Lego Printing
19th August
10.30am - 12noon
Join Chesterfield-based printmaker Dave Elsom, for a playful and imaginative children’s Lego printing workshop!
Posca Pen for kids
19th August
1.30pm - 3pm
Join artist Dave Elsom of Sombrero Printmaking for a colourful, creative workshop packed with imagination and hands-on fun!
Butterfly Pastel Drawing
26th August
10am - 1pm
Explore the vivid colours and soft texture of pastel pencils with pastelist, Katie Wyke.
September
Art from Jewellery
11th September
1pm - 3.30pm
Join Rachel from 'Upper Glass – Art from Jewellery' for a relaxing and creative 2½-hour workshop
Autumn Wreath
19th September 11am - 1pm
&
21st September 2pm - 4pm
Embrace the colours and textures of the season with our autumnal wreath workshop. Using a beautiful selection of dried and fresh materials
Pottery Pumpkin
22nd September
10am - 1pm
Discover the joy of pottery and craft a unique pumpkin masterpiece!
Lino Printing
23rd September
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.
Alcohol in Autumn Trees
24th September
10am - 1.30pm
Create vibrant Autumn Trees using Alcohol Ink Pens with Millie Moth Art
Forage & Nibble
25th September
12noon - 3pm
A 3-hour session with a foraging expert, including ID work, tasting wild ingredients and a wild snack
October
Eco Printing Masterclass
1st October
10.30am - 1.30pm
Join Derbyshire Dyer Olivia as we dive into the beautiful world of Eco-printing, a process of gathering plants and capturing their imprints on fabric and paper.
Art from Jewellery
9th October
1pm - 3.30pm
Join Rachel from 'Upper Glass – Art from Jewellery' for a relaxing and creative 2½-hour workshop
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.
Alcohol in Autumn Trees
22nd October
10am - 1.30pm
Create vibrant Autumn Trees using Alcohol Ink Pens with Millie Moth Art
Pumpkin Flower Arrangement
29th October
11am -12.30pm
Dare to get creative this Halloween, you’ll craft a hauntingly beautiful flower arrangement inside a real pumpkin,
Forage & Nibble
30th October
12noon - 3pm
A 3-hour session with a foraging expert, including ID work, tasting wild ingredients and a wild snack
November
Alcohol Ink Christmas Cards
12th November
10am - 1pm
Design your own festive artwork using vibrant alcohol inks, and have them transformed into 6 professionally printed, personalised Christmas cards
Festive Flower Alcohol ink
26th November
10am - 1pm
Create vibrant Festive Flowers using Alcohol Ink Pens with Millie Moth Art