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SUMMARY:Willow Weaving Course: Obelisk & Bird Feeder
DESCRIPTION:On this relaxed one-day beginners’ workshop at Stanwick Lakes\, you will learn how to weave willow into beautiful and practical garden features using traditional techniques. \nDuring the morning\, you will craft a woven obelisk – ideal for supporting climbing plants or adding structure to your garden. In the afternoon\, you will create a spiral bird feeder using a jig\, suitable for fat balls\, nesting materials or even rustic kitchen storage. \nThroughout the day\, you will explore shaping\, tension and simple weaving methods in a welcoming and supportive environment. \nThe course takes place in the Heritage Craft Barn at Stanwick Lakes\, a 750-acre protected Nature Reserve and Wetland of International Importance managed by Rockingham Forest Trust as an environmental charity. \nTo learn more and book tickets – visit – Willow Weaving: Garden Obelisk & Bird Feeder
URL:https://stanwicklakes.org.uk/events/willow-weaving-course-obelisk-bird-feeder/
LOCATION:Stanwick Lakes\, NN9 6GY
CATEGORIES:Courses,Featured Courses,Heritage
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260418T103000
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SUMMARY:Japanese Botanical Stitching Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop runs in the spring and summer time when there are many flowers and leaves in the garden. \nParticipants draw any flowers and leaves on the sketchbook in the garden and then transfer their drawing into the handwoven organic cotton tea towel. Participants will stitch their design using the course tutor Emi’s natural dyed threads including blue from indigo\, pink from English madder and more. \nIf the weather is good the course will take place in our Heritage gardens and then participants can work anywhere in the garden.
URL:https://stanwicklakes.org.uk/events/japanese-botanical-stitching-workshop/
LOCATION:Stanwick Lakes\, NN9 6GY
CATEGORIES:Featured Courses,Featured Events,Learn
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260425T160000
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SUMMARY:Spoon Carving Workshop - One Day
DESCRIPTION:On this therapeutic one-day beginners’ course at Stanwick Lakes you will learn how to carve a spoon using basic wood carving techniques and tools. \nYou will begin by learning how to cleave wood and use an axe to produce your spoon blank. The rest of the day will be spent using a sloyd knife and a hook knife to carve to shape your individual home-made spoon. The course covers a selection of knife grips\, which will keep your carving under control as well as keeping you safe. Time will be spent looking at how the spoon develops in a 3-dimensional form\, covering the spoons ‘crook’\, bowl and handle to get a well-balanced and functioning spoon. \nWooden spoons like you will make have been carved for thousands of years and for most of the population\, were used as an eating utensil until relatively recently. ‘Spoon’ was originally an Anglo-Saxon word that meant ‘a chip of wood’. The oldest known wooden spoon in England is a ladle found at Glastonbury Lake Village dating to 250BC. Another notable find of wooden spoons are the personal spoons found on the wreck of the Mary Rose. These spoons may have been whittled by their owners. \nThe course takes place in and around the purpose built oak framed craft barn at Stanwick Lakes which is managed by Rockingham Forest Trust as an environmental charity. \nStanwick Lakes is a protected Nature Reserve and a Wetland of International Importance\, covering 750 acres of open space with seven miles of paths\, a perfect inspiration to crafters and makers. \nDuring your lunchtime you can enjoy the onsite cafés and visit the heritage museum or sit by a lake and watch the wildlife. \nTo find out more\, view dates and get tickets\, visit: Spoon Carving | Stanwick Lakes
URL:https://stanwicklakes.org.uk/events/spoon-carving-workshop-one-day/
LOCATION:Stanwick Lakes\, NN9 6GY
CATEGORIES:Courses,Featured Courses,Featured Events,Heritage
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260517T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260517T160000
DTSTAMP:20260515T001022
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SUMMARY:Linocut Jigsaw Workshop
DESCRIPTION:A one day workshop where you will create a lino print using the jigsaw method. \nThe jigsaw method in lino is the act of cutting your lino block into sections which you can ink up with different colours to create colourful prints. You will design\, carve and print using the jigsaw method. You can choose from templates provided by the tutor or create from your own idea. The workshop will be inspired by the season\, flowers\, nature\, celebrations. You are welcome to bring your own sketchbook with ideas to develop\, otherwise all materials\, tools and inspiration will be provided. \nYou will go home with a beautiful print to frame and enjoy
URL:https://stanwicklakes.org.uk/events/linocut-jigsaw-workshop/
LOCATION:Stanwick Lakes\, NN9 6GY
CATEGORIES:Courses,Featured Courses,Featured Events
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T150000
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SUMMARY:Home Education Day KS3 - May 2026
DESCRIPTION:Come and join us for our first Home Education Day designed for learners aged 11–14 or those accessing the Key Stage 3 curriculum on Thursday 21st May 2026. Timed sessions will include Fieldwork Focus: Water Vole Conservation\, Changing Landscapes: A Local History Study\, and a Ranger led Charcoal Making experience. \nNature\nFieldwork Focus: Water Vole Conservation \nTake part in fieldwork to investigate why water vole populations are declining and how we can help to protect them. \nHeritage\nChanging Landscapes: A Local History Study \nStep back in time on this immersive heritage walk and museum tour to uncover how our changing landscape tells the story of both our local and national history. \nAdventure\nCharcoal Making \nLearn how fire\, air\, and wood can come together to create one of the oldest artistic materials in the world\, charcoal. Learn more about its historical uses and discover how it relates to modern principles of sustainable woodland management. \n£15.00 per participating child. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Siblings are welcome\, children wishing to participate must purchase a ticket.  Parking free of charge if registration is provided at time of booking.
URL:https://stanwicklakes.org.uk/events/home-education-day-may-2026/
LOCATION:Stanwick Lakes\, NN9 6GY
CATEGORIES:Featured Courses,Learn
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260522T200000
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SUMMARY:May “Lates” - Evening Workshops
DESCRIPTION:May “Lates” – Friday 22nd May 2026\nWith spring in full swing and the evenings stretching out\, it’s the perfect time to come and try your hand at some traditional crafts. From weaving and floristry to the heat of the forge\, there’s something to get stuck into whatever your interests – whether you’re coming with friends\, a partner\, or just yourself. \nThere are three workshops to choose from: \nCorn Dollies– Try this ancient craft and weave your own piece of living history. \nFlower Crown/Wreath– Try this timeless skill and craft your own handmade seasonal keepsake. \nBlacksmithing Taster– Try this ancient skill and craft a handmade bottle opener. \nArrival time: 5.30pm\,Includes a glass of prosecco/nosecco on arrival and a tea/filter coffee and a sweet treat to finish! \nTo book tickets\, visit: Lates – Creative Evenings Workshops
URL:https://stanwicklakes.org.uk/events/may-lates-evening-workshops/
LOCATION:Stanwick Lakes\, NN9 6GY
CATEGORIES:Courses,Featured Courses,Featured Events,Occasions
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260607T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260607T130000
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SUMMARY:Stacking Rings/Pendant Workshop
DESCRIPTION:On this three-hour course\, you’ll be gently guided through all the techniques to enable you to make three different style stacking rings\, or a pendant from a selection of five styles. \nThe following techniques will be covered: \n\nMaking and forming rings\nSoldering\nTwisting\nTexturing\nFiling and sanding\nPolishing\nPerfect for total beginners!\n\n  \nMaterials: Included in the course fee.
URL:https://stanwicklakes.org.uk/events/rings-pendant-workshop/
LOCATION:Stanwick Lakes\, NN9 6GY
CATEGORIES:Courses,Featured Courses
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