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.
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.
Grab your magnifying glass and join us for a fun-filled walk around the nature reserve this half term! Discover the secret world of the harvest mouse – the UK’s tiniest rodent – and learn how these little creatures live. Become a Harvest Mouse Explorer this half term, as you search in the grasses for abandoned […]
This event is designed for ages 11-17 in partnership with the Nene Valley Mammal Youth Group. Young people attending this even must be accompanied by their adult at all times. Accompanying adults go free. Join us for a hands-on Harvest Mouse Survey and help make a real difference for wildlife. Learn how to identify suitable […]
Get ready for some spooky family fun this half term and create your own Willow frame Lantern! Perfect for families: bring along your little ones for a magical Halloween hands-on activity.