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Starts: Wednesday, 20 November 2019 at 4:00PM
Ends: Friday, 22 November 2019 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 0

(3 other dates available)

Tutor: Victoria Conner

With Christmas just around the corner, now is the perfect time to make a wonderful willow reindeer to stand proud in your garden, and maybe add some lights to it. Along with making the willow... Read More

Starts: Wednesday, 20 November 2019 at 4:00PM
Ends: Friday, 22 November 2019 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 7

Tutor: John Vigar

Take a journey through Britain from the 16th century in the company of famous and little known diarists from the comfort of your armchair. A look at 400 years of writing a diary. Why have people put... Read More

Starts: Thursday, 21 November 2019 at 9:00AM
Ends: Thursday, 21 November 2019 at 5:00PM
Available spaces: 0

Tutor: Vivien Lloyd

Get ahead of the festive season and join us to make a range of preserves to eat, share and gift in time for Christmas, ready to liven up and make a great talking point of any cheese board or... Read More

Starts: Monday, 25 November 2019 at 4:00PM
Ends: Wednesday, 27 November 2019 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 10

Tutor: Natalie Green

On this course, you will make a beautiful Christmas tree topper, which is sure to become a family heirloom! Using a combination of textile techniques, such as needle felting, bead and wirework,... Read More

Starts: Monday, 25 November 2019 at 4:00PM
Ends: Wednesday, 27 November 2019 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 1

(1 other date available)

Tutor: Louise Simmonds

Always wanted to design and make stunning Silver Jewellery? You'll be amazed at what you can produce using this incredible material, with lots of guidance and inspiration to help you and absolutely... Read More

Starts: Monday, 25 November 2019 at 4:00PM
Ends: Friday, 29 November 2019 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 1

Tutor: Marilyn Pipe

This amazing class will offer you the choice of five beautiful items: A Hot Little Bag, a Beautiful Scarf on Soluble Fabric, A small Christmas Ring in Silk Ribbon Embroidery, A Paper Book, A Personal... Read More

Starts: Tuesday, 26 November 2019 at 10:00AM
Ends: Tuesday, 26 November 2019 at 4:30PM
Available spaces: 0

Tutor: Valentina Harris

There are so many delicious treats that are made in Italy at Christmas time. In this class we will learn about the classic dish of Tortellini in Brodo, tiny pasta pockets filled with different meats... Read More

Starts: Wednesday, 27 November 2019 at 4:00PM
Ends: Friday, 29 November 2019 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 8

Tutor: Lindy Wildsmith

If you are into jam making and preserving, why not try your hand at our winter themed preserving course featuring pumpkin and orange marmalade, ginger and lemon curd, spiced root vegetable chutney,... Read More

Starts: Wednesday, 27 November 2019 at 4:00PM
Ends: Friday, 29 November 2019 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 0

Tutor: Sue Simms

Mah jong means the twittering of the sparrows. Learn to play this Chinese game of 144 brigands using tiles (like dominoes) and the skills of rummy (a nursery card game). This is a new course aimed at... Read More

Starts: Wednesday, 27 November 2019 at 4:00PM
Ends: Friday, 29 November 2019 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 0

Tutor: Natalie Green

Scandi style is taking the craft world by storm, and it's the perfect look for Christmas. Try your hand at a medley of different projects with a Festive Scandinavian theme, using folk art motifs and... Read More

Starts: Wednesday, 27 November 2019 at 4:00PM
Ends: Friday, 29 November 2019 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 0

(1 other date available)

Tutor: Louise Simmonds

Always wanted to design and make stunning Silver Jewellery? You'll be amazed at what you can produce using this incredible material, with lots of guidance and inspiration to help you and absolutely... Read More

Starts: Saturday, 30 November 2019 at 10:00AM
Ends: Saturday, 30 November 2019 at 5:00PM
Available spaces: 1

(1 other date available)

Tutor: Louise Simmonds

Fancy a day designing and making beautiful Silver Christmas presents? You'll be amazed at what you can produce using this incredible material in just one day! You will use Silver Clay to create... Read More

Starts: Sunday, 01 December 2019 at 10:00AM
Ends: Sunday, 01 December 2019 at 5:00PM
Available spaces: 8

(1 other date available)

Tutor: Louise Simmonds

Fancy a day designing and making beautiful Silver Christmas presents? You'll be amazed at what you can produce using this incredible material in just one day! You will use Silver Clay to create... Read More

Starts: Sunday, 01 December 2019 at 4:00PM
Ends: Tuesday, 03 December 2019 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 0

Tutor: Anna Steven

Celebrate the Advent season by walking through Oxford to see the Christmas lights before the glorious choral evensong at Christchurch Cathedral. The next day, after a visit to the Sheldonian Theatre... Read More

Starts: Monday, 02 December 2019 at 4:00PM
Ends: Wednesday, 04 December 2019 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 1

Tutor: Sally Boehme

Come to Denman and its lovely grounds for a restful break from all the hectic festive preparations and indulge yourself by creating your own beaded Christmas decorations. Using tiny seed beads and... Read More

Starts: Monday, 02 December 2019 at 4:00PM
Ends: Wednesday, 04 December 2019 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 5

(2 other dates available)

Tutor: Kelly Mauger

There’s no gift as special as something homemade so join us for a cookery class that will not only get you in the festive spirit but will also help you reduce your Christmas shopping!

Starts: Monday, 02 December 2019 at 4:00PM
Ends: Wednesday, 04 December 2019 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 9

Tutor: Kate Eckersley

Singing for Christmas is for anyone who loves to sing. If you want to learn interesting songs and improve your singing voice as well, this is the course for you!

Starts: Monday, 02 December 2019 at 4:00PM
Ends: Wednesday, 04 December 2019 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 0

Tutor: Karen Jones

You will learn how to safely cut the stained glass, grind it, apply the copper foil and then solder it all together. Working from template designs, you will choose your glass and make a range of... Read More

Starts: Monday, 02 December 2019 at 4:00PM
Ends: Wednesday, 04 December 2019 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 7

(1 other date available)

Tutor: Gary Mills

‘Fallen Fairy’, she could easily be one of Beryl Cook’s buxom ladies straight from one of her paintings. This fairy may have eaten a few too many mince pies in the past, but she can still add... Read More

Starts: Wednesday, 04 December 2019 at 4:00PM
Ends: Friday, 06 December 2019 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 3

(1 other date available)

Tutor: Jill Arthur

Join Jill on a Festive baking masterclass as she incorporates seasonal ingredients and spices into some of your favourite or soon to be favourite Christmas themed bakes and treats. Covering an array... Read More

Starts: Wednesday, 04 December 2019 at 4:00PM
Ends: Friday, 06 December 2019 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 3

Tutor: Sally Boehme

Christmas is the time and excuse to seriously pile on the bling!  Come to Denman and enjoy a lovely break from all the hectic preparations and solve your Christmas present problems all at the same... Read More

Starts: Wednesday, 04 December 2019 at 4:00PM
Ends: Friday, 06 December 2019 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 12

Tutor: Jo Sercombe

If you’re facing a hectic Christmas season, why not award yourself a pre-yuletide holiday, and come sing some uplifting festive soul! With Christmas songs by Motown’s favourite artists including... Read More

Starts: Monday, 09 December 2019 at 2:00PM
Ends: Wednesday, 11 December 2019 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 7

(2 other dates available)

Tutor: Kelly Mauger

There’s no gift as special as something homemade so join us for a cookery class that will not only get you in the festive spirit but will also help you reduce your Christmas shopping!

Starts: Monday, 09 December 2019 at 4:00PM
Ends: Thursday, 12 December 2019 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 5

(1 other date available)

Tutor: Morag Flower and Pauline Vice

Decorate a real egg shell in Fabergé style. Work with fine braids, sumptuous materials, crystal stones and beautiful decal prints whilst learning a variety of craft techniques. Suitable for all... Read More

Starts: Monday, 09 December 2019 at 4:00PM
Ends: Wednesday, 11 December 2019 at 1:00PM
Available spaces: 3

(1 other date available)

Tutor: Charles Ash

A 2 day workshop where you can really hone your skills and make your own usable stool. learning jointing techniques and the art of assembling a unique free form piece. you will do everything from... Read More