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!
September
Outdoor Yoga
7th, 21st & 28th
9am - 10am
Join us for an energising and grounding Vinyasa yoga class set in the stunning surroundings of Thornbridge Estate. This all-levels flow is designed to build flexibility and mindfulness through breath-led movement.
Autumn Wreath - FULLY BOOKED
27th September
11am - 1pm
Embrace the colours and textures of the season with our autumnal wreath workshop.
Mixed abilities Pilates
16th & 23rd September
9am - 10am
Mixed abilities Pilates class with our very own Andrea
Willow Basket - FULLY BOOKED
24th September
1pm - 3.30pm
Come and join Nicky from Willow Sculpture and Crafts, to create a freeform contemporary Willow basket.
Knotted Pearl
25th September
10am - 1pm
Join Jenny from Panache for the morning and learn the pearl knotting technique, no previous experience is required.
October
Pastel Drawing
9th October
10am - 1pm
Join pastel artist Katie Wyke for an inspiring Autumnal pastel workshop.
Autumn Embroidery
10th October
10am - 2pm
Celebrate the beauty of autumn with a cosy morning of stitching in the gorgeous surroundings of Thornbridge Orangery.
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.
Autumn Equinox Yoga Retreat
18th October
9am-10.45am
Join us for a serene and restorative morning retreat at the gorgeous Thornbridge Estate, as we welcome the Autumn Equinox — a moment of perfect balance between light and dark, rest and renewal.
Forage & Feast
24th October
11am - 4pm
A 5-hour course with a foraging expert, which includes tasting wild ingredients and a wild-inspired picnic
Halloween Flower arrangement
26th October
11am - 12.30pm
Dare to get creative this Halloween with Maxi from Thornbridge Blooms, in this eerie little workshop.
Kids Stone Painting
27th October
10.15am - 11.45am
Join Chesterfield-based printmaker Dave Elsom at Thornbridge Hall for a fun children's printing with Lego workshop.
Kids Lego Printing
29th October
10:15am - 11.45am
Join Chesterfield-based printmaker Dave Elsom at Thornbridge Hall for a fun children's printing with Lego workshop.
Posca Pen for Kids
31st October
10:15am - 11:45am
Join artist Dave Elsom of Sombrero Printmaking for a fun workshop where you will use acrylic paint markers to create unique artwork on a variety of surfaces
November
Leather Glasses Case
5th November
10am - 1pm
Join Laura from Tiska Leatherwork to make your own glasses case
Christmas Robin Wire Weaving
5th & 19th November
10am - 12oon
Join Jenny from Panache Arts in this very festive workshop. You will learn how to weave your own Christmas Robin with wire.
Christmas Sleigh Wire Weaving
5th & 19th November
1pm - 3pm
Join Jenny from Panache Arts in this very festive workshop. You will learn how to weave your own Christmas Sleigh with wire.
Papercrafts - Christmas Tag Technique
11th November
10.30am - 12.30pm
Create Your Own Bespoke Gift Tags with Sandra Gardiner
Willow Deer
12th November
9am - 4pm
Come and join Nicky from Willow Sculpture and Crafts in The Carriage House, to create a Willow Deer.
Alcohol Ink Christmas Cards
13th November
10am - 1pm
Design your own festive artwork using vibrant alcohol inks, and have them transformed into 6 professionally printed, personalised Christmas cards
Christmas Cards & Gift Tags Hand Embroidery
14th November
10am - 1pm
Get into the Christmas spirit with a cosy hand embroidery workshop!
Weaving with Nature
17th November
10am - 1pm
Get creative and weave a colourful, textured, 3D wall-hanging, sculpture or mobile using natural materials, fibres and yarn.
Needlefelt Bauble
18th November
10am - 1pm
In this workshop you will use merino wool and specialist needles to felt enable you to create your own Christmas Bauble embellished with ribbon and beads.
Quilted Bauble
20th November
10am - 1pm
Using just material and pins you will be guided through the easy process of making a quilted bauble to hang on your tree or the perfect gift for someone special.
Autumn Berries: Nature mindfulness and Herbal Wellness Tea Ceremony
21st November
8.30am - 10.30am
Caroline Cook from Well With Nature will lead us for an exclusive early morning nature mindfulness experience in the grounds of the beautiful Thornbridge Estate.
Christmas Wreath
27th & 29th November
Various times
Come and get festive with Maxi from Thornbridge Blooms, for a cosy, creative Christmas wreath workshop.
December
Drop Spindle
1st December
10am - 1pm
Learn the ancient textile craft of producing your own yarn, using a drop spindle.
Christmas Wreath
4th, 6th & 14th December
Various times
Come and get festive with Maxi from Thornbridge Blooms, for a cosy, creative Christmas wreath workshop.
Raffia Coiled Basketry
15th December
10am - 1pm
Coiled Basketry is a global and ancient craft of producing useful baskets and mats, which often used locally sourced plant materials including grasses, rushes, leaves and bark.