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Gather together in the magical Larkswold creative space and weave your own hand broom in this intimate 2.5 hour workshop! Guests will choose their broom shape, fibre colour and style and then tie it all up with the twine colour of your choice. You will leave with a beautiful broom that actually cleans. You will learn the fundamentals of heritage handcrafted brooms (a pre-industrial heritage craft that uses no machinery and no electricity), as well as the processing and handling of fibre, various twine types, plus some broom history and lore. These pretty brooms are perfect for smaller spaces: potting sheds, artist studios, kitchen counters, camper vans, hearths, and book shelves - keep any small space tidy and looking lush! A broom made by you to last a lifetime and beyond. Recent Workshop Feedback: "Brilliant, enthusiastic tutor. Was thrilled to create a really beautiful broom." "I thought it was a great half day, and the tutor made a real effort to thoroughly teach the basics. She couldn't have done better." Please note: broom making is a surprisingly physical craft and each broom is constructed in one sitting with one continuous length of twine. Students should be prepared to work with shoes off (socks are fine) and seated in a chair for up to an hour, possibly more (feel free to bring a cushion).. Broom craft requires strength and dexterity in both hands and feet. Be prepared to engage your core, hands, arms, legs and back for extended periods. Broom making can be a real work-out! Dates: Sunday 24th May 10-12.30pm Friday 17th July 10-12.30pm and 1.30-4pm

Once you learn how to make them, you’ll wonder why you never tried before. Watch as your tutor guides you through the process of making two 9cl scented candles each during this 1.5 hour workshop. Blend your own essential oil or follow one of our tried and tested combinations. Using Soy wax you will follow the journey from measuring out the correct amount, blending your fragrance and adding colour to your candle if you wish. Add a label to each glass with the name of your candle and then once the candle has set you can add a little decoration to the top. You’ll be glowing with pride after you have made your candles. Accompanied children over 12 years old are welcome With your booking you have access to Coughton Court Gardens - there is a cafe on site, why not stay for lunch and enjoy a wander around the Rose Labyrinth, the Ladies Garden or the Orchards? Date: Sunday 2nd August 10-11.30am

Once you learn how to make them, you’ll wonder why you never tried before. During this three-hour workshop, you will learn how to create four poured candles. Each candle will be uniquely scented, in your favourite colours, and topped off with some subtle decorations to really create the wow factor. Get creative with colour choices, experiment with marbling, addglitter if that's your thing or go pure and simple with classy ivory. Great for gifts, or keep and treasure! You’ll be glowing with pride after you have made your candles. All our workshops include a warm welcome, hot and cold drinks and a selection of homemade cakes - we'll make sure you're well-fuelled during your session! We run this workshop several times a month, but if you can't see a date that works for you please drop us a line and we'll see if we can add a date that suits you. Dates Fri 22nd May 10am Sun 7th June 10am Thurs 18th June 10am Sun 5th July 10am Fri 10th July 10am Sun 26th July 10am

We love cooking and lunch is just another opportunity to create something yummy. Whether it's homemade soups with fresh bread and cheeses, veggie chilli or curry, or something else it's the perfect way to start or to conclude your Larkswold Workshop. Drop us a line to add this to your session - and if we can cater for you we will!

A fabulous opportunity to try your hand at silversmithing. You will learn multiple techniques such as ring sizing, sawing, filing, soldering, forming, shaping and polishing to create 2 stacking rings or a bangle. In this workshop you can make silver items that are round, so a bangle or rings to wear on your fingers or on a chain as a pendant. Spinner Rings can only be made in the separate Spinner Ring workshop as the processes involved take more time. By the end of this workshop you will have at least one finished piece of jewellery to wear & enjoy. Additional silver can be purchased on the day if you desire chunkier pieces. As with all Larkswold workshops all your hot or cold drinks are included, as are our homemade cakes - we wouldn't want you to go hungry! Dates: Saturday 16th May 2-5pm Saturday 13th June 10-1pm Friday 24th July 2-5pm Saturday 22nd August 2-5pm Sunday 27th September 2-5pm

Unlock your creativity and sculpt a marvellous clay March hare with Robyn at Larkswold. This fun and tactile activity is perfect for anyone looking to get absorbed in a new art form. Robyn will guide you step by step so no one gets left behind, and it's a lot easier than you might think! We have tried and tested this workshop and love the way the hares emerge out of seemingly random shapes! All the materials you need are included, and your finished creation will be glazed and fired for you - which takes a little time due to drying and glazing, but we expect it to be 3-4 weeks (quicker in warmer weather & a bit slower in colder weather!) Not suitable for children under the age of 14. Come and join us for a unique, fun and engaging artistic experience! Dates: Friday 8th May 10am (2 spaces left) Sun 7th June 10am Sunday 28th June 2pm Special evening session: Thursday 2nd July 6-9pm Sat 4th July 2pm Sun 19th July 2pm Thursday 30th July 10 am Saturday 15th August 10am Please note it is likely that there will be no more hare workshops after 15th August!

Join us to learn how to make a stunning dried flower wreath. We have everything you need to make your own unique wreath which will bring the joy of summer into your home all year round. We start with a handmade willow wreath which is pre-made for you and then a large selection of foliage and dried flowers to create a wreath unique to you. You'll be gently guided step by step, and help is on hand as much (or as little!) as you like. As ever your session will include plenty of teas and freshly ground coffee, plus our homemade cakes. You'll also have the option of a glass of bubbly to round of your time with us! What's not to love?!

Always an incredibly popular craft. Come away with a willow hare or heron (or something else?) to place in your garden or house. The course runs from 10.00-4.30 & includes lunch. This workshop is relaxed and friendly, limited to 8 guests to allow for plenty of tutor-time, and we include a light lunch, plus as many drinks and slices of freshly baked cake as you require throughout the day. Clare Shivlock is a wonderful basket tutor as well as willow sculpture tutor, she also grows her own willow! She will take you through the process of creating your chosen subject and will help you to achieve it in the time given so everyone goes home with a finished sculpture. If you have a group who would like to book this session then please get in touch

Hen Parties in the Larkswold studio are one of our favourite things. Perfect for a crafty bunch, enjoy time spent with friends & family in a warm & welcoming environment creating something lovely to remind you of the day! Private parties can be for a minimum of 6, up to a maximum of 20 (craft dependent) Included in your session are plentiful hot and cold drinks plus a selection of our homemade cakes, and the all important glass of bubbly to celebrate your creation and the future happiness of the bride-to-be! 2 hour sessions start from £45pp - with a minimum of 10 guests 3 hour crafty workshops start from £75pp - get in touch to chat about what would suit your group Full day parties include 2 different crafts and lunch, from £150pp Choose from: Scented Candlemaking or Wax Melts Bendy Painted Candles Dried Flower Wreaths or crowns Pottery Painting - platters or jugs Block Printing By Special Request: Glass Fusing Silver Metal Clay (maximum 8 guests) Ceramic Hare Sculpture (maximum 9 guests)

This fun workshop will give you an introduction to wheel-throwing, including shaping, centering, and refining your pots. You will learn to create functional pottery bowls using the potter's wheel, with personalised instruction and attention from Selby our fabulous pottery tutor. Having taught students for many years, Selby has never had anyone who hasn’t managed to make a pot! Throughout the session, all materials will be provided, and each student will have the opportunity to have two unique pieces fired & glazed by Selby. These pieces (probably one wheel thrown pot and one coil pot) will be fired and glazed, and ready for you to collect roughly three weeks after your session. You may make more items if time allows, but you will have to choose your favourite two pieces as the rest will be consigned to the 'Bucket of Doom' to be recycled! Finished pieces can be posted for an additional charge although we prefer collection for obvious reasons. With a small group size of just 8 students, you will receive plenty of hands-on guidance, allowing for a fun learning experience in a supportive, creative environment. There will be 4 pottery wheels in the studio & your time will be split between throwing and learning the classic art of making a coil pot at our benches. This is a perfect opportunity to explore the joy of pottery, whether for personal enjoyment or as the beginning of a new creative hobby. Don't forget you will need to squeeze in slices of all our delicious cakes plus coffee from our wonderful bean to cup coffee machine and maybe a little glass of bubbly before you leave us for the day. Current dates for this workshop: 2026 Sunday 29th March (1 space available) Saturday 6th June (fully booked) Saturday 18th July (10am & 2pm)

Experience this Red Listed Endangered Heritage Craft - we are so lucky to have these local artisans come & run this session! Get started in straw work with Ian, who has been honing this skill over the last 50 years with the support of his wife Emma, also an experienced strawcraft maker. This workshop will teach you simple straw plaiting and fine decorative straw work (Swiss straw techniques), all assembled to produce a unique decoration that can be attached to a hat, or even just used as a beautiful ornament. If possible, please bring your favourite straw hat for decoration. (Hats are NOT provided as part of the workshop) On completion of the workshop you will have beautifully decorated headwear for the rest of the summer! Ian and Emma will guide you through this craft step by step. Suitable for 12yrs+ with some crafting experience, to adults. All materials (except the hat!) provided. A few hours of mindfulness and creativity doing this very traditional, environmentally friendly craft. As with all Larkswold workshops, Melinda & Emma will look after you with a selection of homemade cakes and plenty of teas, coffees, and cold drinks throughout the session. Dates: Sunday 5th July 10am-1.30pm

We just love the vintage boho vibe this gives your room. We'll show you how to make your knotted feathers and learn some of the basic macramé knots - we're certain once you start this craft you will want to make more and more! You'll make 3 macrame feathers, or more if you're super speedy! The finished wall hanging measures approximately 45cm wide x 35cm long from branch to end of feather & will bring light and warmth to your room. This particular craft is one of our favourite both for ourselves and beginners to this craft. Once you have learned the simple steps to knotting your first feather, it's easy to get in flow and enjoy a little crafty relaxation. Easter holiday sessions: Tues 15th April 10am Thurs 17th April 10am Fri 16th May 10am Sun 1st June 2pm