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From pottery classes for children to glass-blowing lessons for grown-ups, in the Lake District you can really get to grips with a host of crafts. You can learn how to carve wood and engrave stone, work with paper and try your hand at weaving yarn out of wool.
 

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  1. Woodblock  print of two koi fish swimming in a pond
    Woodblock  print of two koi fish swimming in a pond
    Mokuhanga' Japanese woodblock printing- 'Japanese Gardens' with Julie Evans

    Address

    Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0UT

    Telephone

    017684 83984

    annie@quirkyworkshops.co.uk

    Greystoke, Penrith


    'Mokuhanga' Japanese woodblock printing. 'Japanese Gardens' with Julie Evans

    Join printmaker Julie Evans for an exciting foray into the art of Mokuhanga, explored through the theme of Katei (Ka-house, Tei- Garden)

    This is a fascinating and full…

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  2. Rose Castle Christmas Wreath Making & Festive Feast
    Rose Castle Christmas Wreath Making & Festive Feast

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    Rose Castle, Dalston, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA5 7BY

    Telephone

    01228 642980

    hello@rosecastle.com

    Dalston, Carlisle

    Join us for a very special Christmas wreath making workshop, get creative and make your own Christmas door wreath. All materials will be provided. Includes Festive Feast afterwards.

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  3. Two wooden table looms set up for weaving
    Two wooden table looms set up for weaving
    Become a Weaver Workshop – Jan Beadle

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    Farfield Mill, Farfield Mill, Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5LW

    Telephone

    01539621958

    reception@farfieldmill.org

    Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh

    £150 plus £5 on the day for materials

    If you know the basics, maybe set up your own loom and woven some patterns, or have never done any weaving before and would love to have ago.
    The 2-day course will take you through the whole process of winding…

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  4. A woman shaping a clay pot on a pottery wheel
    A woman shaping a clay pot on a pottery wheel
    Pottery Experience Days

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    Brougham Hall, Brougham Avenue, Brougham, Penrith, Cumbria, CA12 5HP

    Telephone

    01768899244

    info@interludeceramics.com

    Brougham, Penrith

    Wheel Thrown Pottery day classes with Mary Chappelhow
    Including tea/coffee breaks and two course lunch.
    Booking essential.

    The day will roughly be;
    9.30am Coffee, registration, meet and greet.
    9.45am Clay preparation, kneading and wedging.
    10.15am…

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  5. A photo of a lake in Cumbria
    A photo of a lake in Cumbria
    Half Term Family Photography Workshop

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    Tarn Hows, National Trust - Tarn Hows, Coniston, Cumbria, LA22 0PP

    Telephone

    07763771798

    sheenahkershaw@gmail.com

    Coniston

    Family Photography Adventure at Tarn Hows – Half Term Fun!
    Step away from the selfies this half term and capture autumn at its best! Join us at the stunning Tarn Hows for a playful, family-friendly photography workshop that's all about fun,…

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  6. Intro to Watercolour Workshop
    Intro to Watercolour Workshop

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    Quaker Tapestry Museum, Friends Meeting House, Stramongate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4BH

    Telephone

    01539 722975

    info@quaker-tapestry.co.uk

    Stramongate, Kendal

    This two-session introductory workshop is designed for anyone interested in the captivating art of watercolour painting. Whether you're a complete beginner or have some prior experience, this course will guide you through the essential materials and…

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  7. Sewing Retreat
    Sewing Retreat

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    Inn on the Lake, Ullswater, Glenridding, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0PE

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    07772916353

    hello@IzzoSewStudio.com

    Glenridding, Penrith

    With the still waters of the Lakes as an inspiring backdrop, sewists of any experience are invited to leave behind the cares of the everyday and spend a weekend in a luxurious setting to dedicate time and attention to a sewing project. We'd love to…

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  8. Half Day Glass Fusing Course
    Half Day Glass Fusing Course

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    14 Hill Crescent, Brigham, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 0XY

    Telephone

    07724746277

    info@roxydennyglass.co.uk

    Cockermouth

    Book your place on a beginners half day fusing course at the RD Glass studio. Learn a new skill and have fun being creative with hands on instruction and the freedom to choose what you make. Create pieces such as freestanding waves or curves, wall…

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  9. a hare sculpture made by Mark Bradley
    a hare sculpture made by Mark Bradley
    Ceramic Hare Sculptures with Mark Bradley

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    Quirky Workshops at Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke Craft Garden & Barns, Greystoke, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0UT

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    017684 83984

    annie@quirkyworkshops.co.uk

    Greystoke, Penrith

    9.30am to 4.30pm ish

    £120 Lunch and fresh coffee included
    Material Charges: £40 inc clay and two firings(see below NOTE*)

    Sculpt your own beautiful seated Ceramic Hare, with Mark Bradley

    New for 2025 we're really pleased to welcome Mark and…

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  10. a group of ladies dancing in a studio
    a group of ladies dancing in a studio
    Get Moving

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    Brewery Arts, Kendal, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4HE

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    +441539725133

    marketing@breweryarts.co.uk

    122A Highgate, Kendal

    Wed 17 Sep-3 Dec (10 wks) | 6.45-7.45pm | 18+ yrs
    Get fit, feel amazing, and express yourself!

    An open adult dance class for all abilities. The class will explore moving and connecting with your body.

    Through working with different Dance…

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  11. Poster for the Food Smoking Course at the Wild Boar Estate in Windermere, Lake District
    Poster for the Food Smoking Course at the Wild Boar Estate in Windermere, Lake District
    Food Smoking Course

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    Wild Boar Estate | Bar, Restaurant & Hotel, Crook Rd, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3NF

    Telephone

    015394 45225

    group.marketing@englishlakes.co.uk

    Windermere

    Food Smoking Course

    Experience a unique food smoking course in the Lake District at Wild Boar Estate, where Great British Chef Daniel Winstanley will teach you how to smoke your own food in our purpose built smokehouse.
    Take part in a whole day…

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  12. Forage and Nibble workshop
    Forage and Nibble workshop
    Forage and Nibble near Coniston

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    Glen Mary Bridge Car Park, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8DP

    Telephone

    +447852162142

    info@foragebox.co.uk

    Coniston

    A 3-hour session with a foraging expert, including ID work, finding and tasting wild ingredients, and a wild snack near Yew Tree Tarn.

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  13. Christmas Glass Decoration Workshop
    Christmas Glass Decoration Workshop

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    The Beacon Museum, W Strand, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7LY

    Telephone

    +441946592302

    thebeacon@copeland.gov.uk

    Whitehaven

    Make your very own Christmas decorations in this glass fusing class with Roxanne Denny of RD Glass.

    Learn a new skill and have fun being creative with hands on instruction and the freedom to create your own designs.

    During the course you will…

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  14. Photo of an art gallery
    Photo of an art gallery
    Wildlife Mosaics Workshop

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    Abbot Hall, Abbot Hall, Kirkland, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 5AL

    Telephone

    015394 46139

    info@lakelandarts.org.uk

    Kirkland, Kendal

    Join us for an afternoon workshop inspired by the collection in the Ecology Gallery.

    This event is part of a recurring series taking place on the third Saturday of each month. At each workshop, attendees will be taught a new skill or technique that…

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  15. A girl holding a Christmas wreath
    A girl holding a Christmas wreath
    Fresh Festive Wreath Making Workshop

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    Windermere Jetty Museum, Windermere Jetty, Rayrigg Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1BN

    Telephone

    015394 46139

    info@lakelandarts.org.uk

    Rayrigg Road, Windermere

    oin us at Windermere Jetty Museum on Wednesday 3 December, 10:30am–1:30pm, for a joyful, hands-on workshop creating your own fresh, luxurious festive wreath with the guidance of Ashley from The Floralistas.

    Spend a relaxing morning immersed in the…

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  16. An art display at Abbot Hall
    An art display at Abbot Hall
    Green Table Styling Workshop

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    Abbot Hall, Abbot Hall, Kirkland, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 5AL

    Telephone

    015394 46139

    info@lakelandarts.org.uk

    Kirkland, Kendal

    Join us for an afternoon workshop inspired by the collection in the Ecology Gallery.
    This workshop will be taking place on Saturday 8 November. At this workshop, attendees will be taught a new skill or technique that contributes to a sustainable…

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  17. A fibre art made by Wendy Ann Stanger
    A fibre art made by Wendy Ann Stanger
    Winter Fibre Art Workshop with Wendy Ann Stanger

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    Farfield Mill, Farfield Mill, Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5LW

    Telephone

    01539 621958

    reception@farfieldmill.org

    Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh

    Winter Fibre Art Workshop with Wendy Ann Stanger
    15 November
    £70 plus £10 for materials on the day

    Join Studio Artist Wendy Ann for an introduction to fibre art. Using a range of plant fibres such as linen, cotton, nettle, rose and bamboo, you will…

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  18. Textile artwork by Wendy Ann Stanger featuring layered natural fibres and dried flower inclusions
    Textile artwork by Wendy Ann Stanger featuring layered natural fibres and dried flower inclusions
    Autumn Fibre Art Workshop with Wendy Ann Stanger

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    Farfield Mill, Farfield Mill, Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5LW

    Telephone

    01539621958

    reception@farfieldmill.org

    Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh

    £70 plus £10 for materials on the day

    Join Studio Artist Wendy Ann for an introduction to fibre art. Using a range of plant fibres such as linen, cotton, nettle, rose and bamboo, you will learn how to best press and dry your own flowers to create…

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  19. Close-up of a woven tartan fabric on a loom, featuring a pattern of blue, yellow, and red threads in a traditional plaid design
    Close-up of a woven tartan fabric on a loom, featuring a pattern of blue, yellow, and red threads in a traditional plaid design
    Tartan Weaving Workshop with Jan Beadle

    Address

    Farfield Mill, Farfield Mill, Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5LW

    Telephone

    01539621958

    reception@farfieldmill.org

    Garsdale Rd, Sedbergh

    £75 plus £5 on the day for materials

    Understand how classic Tartan patterns are designed. The 4 shaft table looms will already set up for you to weave a tartan scarf on the day Whether you are a beginner or already a weaver you will benefit from…

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  20. Forage and Nibble workshop
    Forage and Nibble workshop
    Forage and Nibble at Holker Hall

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    Holker Hall, Cark In Cartmel, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, LA11 7PL

    Telephone

    +447852162142

    info@foragebox.co.uk

    Grange-over-Sands

    A 3-hour session with a foraging expert, including ID work, finding and tasting wild ingredients, and a wild snack at Holker Hall in Cumbria.

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