Mixed Media Art Course
Combine layered water-based media with drawing tools to create unique and detailed mixed media paintings. You’ll explore various techniques to add depth and texture to your work.
HOURS: We are currently operating SUMMER opening times and our carpark is locked at 7pm.
WATERPLAY: Open everyday, except short closure on Monday mornings for cleaning.
IMPORTANT: Due to continued dry conditions, NO BBQs.
Combine layered water-based media with drawing tools to create unique and detailed mixed media paintings. You’ll explore various techniques to add depth and texture to your work.
Join us for an inspiring watercolor painting class where creativity flows as freely as the paint on your brush!
In these 2.5 hour oil painting sessions learn and practice techniques from canvas prep to paint application — perfect for beginners or artists wanting to refine their skills.
Come along for these creative acrylic painting class where you can explore the techniques of this lovely medium!
These 2.5-hour pottery sessions, led by skilled artist Louise Berrill, are designed to accommodate all levels, from beginners to those with more experience.
Hosted by the Northamptonshire Badger Group and suitable for young people aged 11-17 and young adults age 18-30. Join the Northamptonshire Badger group to discover all about badgers, including how to spot the signs that they live on a site, their setts and how to survey for them. The event will start in the visitor […]
The Roman invasion of AD 43 and the conquest of Britain A heritage talk by Professor Stephen Upex The Romans sent an invasion force to Britain in AD 43 and […]
Spend a relaxing morning creating a beautiful wreath for your home with florist Catherine Elworthy. You will be shown how to create this arrangement using an ecofriendly willow and moss base and a range of dried and fresh foliage and flowers.
Join our fun and family friendly jewellery-making workshop and create your own handmade jewellery piece using natural stones, dried flowers and resin.
Unwind and get creative at our Autumnal Sip & Paint workshop with resident artist Louise Berrill. Learn the art of painting as your artistic juices flow to produce an Autumn themed artwork to frame and hang at home as part of your Autumnal decorations or give as a gift.
In this taster session you will learn the basics of blacksmithing, a trade that has been at the heart of countryside life for hundreds of years. The skills you will learn include taking a heat, drawing out, scrolling, and twisting to produce a unique piece to take home.
Join us for a cosy Autumnal evening this October as the Visitor Centre opens late for an evenings of creativity, and the chance to try your hand at something new, with workshops ranging from an autumn themed Sip & Paint, Family Friendly Resin Jewellery Making for age 10+ and even a Blacksmithing taster session in our Traditional Barn.