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Introduction to Blacksmithing: Christmas Edition 

14 November: make Christmas-themed items as you learn the fundamentals of blacksmithing.

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14 Nov 2026
at 09:30 to 17:00

Make a Large Willow Bird Feeder 

7th of March, 24th of July and 14th of November. Enjoy a short course learning about the traditional craft of willow weaving. Make a bird feeder to take home.

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14 Nov 2026
at 10:00 to 12:00

Make a Pair of Silver Stud Earrings in a Day with the Bishopsland Educational Trust 

14 November: Create your own beautiful pair of sterling silver stud earrings, using traditional silversmithing techniques, that you can take home at the end of the day.

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14 Nov 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00

Needle Felting: Make a Christmas Robin 

21 November: Learn the fundamentals of needle felting, sculpt a realistic robin, using pure sheep’s wool and a special barbed needle.

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21 Nov 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00

Make a Silver Christmas Decoration in a Day with the Bishopsland Educational Trust 

28 November: Enjoy a festive silversmithing workshop where you will make a silver Christmas decoration. Using traditional silversmithing techniques, you’ll craft a unique decoration to take home and display with pride.

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28 Nov 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00

Gardening Course: Pruning 

6th of December. In this course we endeavour to demystify pruning, whether its roses, clematis or you beloved shrubs.

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6 Dec 2026
at 10:30 to 15:30

Make a Set of Silver Stacker Rings in a Day with the Bishopsland Educational Trust 

30 Jan: design and make your own set of silver stacking rings.

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30 Jan 2027
at 10:00 to 16:00

Make a Silver Valentine’s Gift in a Day with the Bishopsland Educational Trust 

13 February: Enjoy a Valentine’s silversmithing workshop where you will make a silver gift for someone special, which can be you!

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13 Feb 2027
at 10:00 to 16:00

Make a Pair of Silver Drop Earrings in a Day with the Bishopsland Educational Trust 

27 February: Create your own beautiful pair of sterling silver drop earrings, using traditional silversmithing techniques, that you can take home at the end of the day.

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27 Feb 2027
at 10:00 to 16:00

Introduction to Blacksmithing: Make a candlestick 

6th March and 2nd September. Spend a day learning key blacksmithing skills, making a candlestick to take home with you.

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6 Mar to 2 Sep 2027
at 09:30 to 17:00+ 1 other date or time

Make a Large Willow Bird Feeder 

6th of March, 1st of October and 20th of November. Enjoy a short course learning about the traditional craft of willow weaving. Make a bird feeder to take home.

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6 Mar to 20 Nov 2027
at 10:00 to 12:00+ 2 other dates or times

Make a Silver Bangle and Charm in a Day with the Bishopsland Educational Trust 

13 March: design and make your own silver bangle and charm.

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13 Mar 2027
at 10:00 to 16:00

Make a Set of Silver Stacker Rings in a Day with the Bishopsland Educational Trust 

27 March: design and make your own set of silver stacking rings.

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27 Mar 2027
at 10:00 to 16:00

Introduction to Blacksmithing: Forge Your Own Garden Tools 

3rd April, 8th May and 30th of September. Spend a day learning key blacksmithing skills and forging your own set of garden tools.

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3 Apr to 30 Sep 2027
at 09:30 to 17:00+ 2 other dates or times

Make a Willow Obelisk 

3rd and 17th April: make a willow obelisk for your garden, ready for growing peas and beans in the summer.

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3 Apr to 17 Apr 2027
at 10:00 to 13:00+ 1 other date or time

2 Day Stained Glass Course (Leaded Method) 

Complete a small stained glass panel to take home in this full weekend course.

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17 Apr to 4 Sep 2027
at 09:00 to 17:00+ 5 other dates or times

Ropework: Make a Celtic knot trivet and basket 

24th of April and the 16th of October. Learn traditional ropework techniques and make a knotted trivet and rope bowl to take home with you.

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24 Apr to 16 Oct 2027
at 10:00 to 16:30+ 1 other date or time

Make a Willow Trug 

1 May and 4 July: This course will teach you how to make a square-based basket known as a willow trug.

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1 May to 4 Jul 2027
at 10:00 to 16:30+ 1 other date or time

Traditional Decorative Paint Techniques: Fundamentals, Preparation and Application 

8th of May. This one-day introductory foundation course is designed for new-comers to the world of traditional and heritage decorative paint effect techniques like faux marbling, wood graining & broken colour work

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8 May 2027
at 09:30 to 16:30

Leatherwork: Make a Coin Purse and a Belt 

29 May and 3 Oct: explore the art of leathermaking with an introductory workshop, using your new skills to make a coin purse and a belt.

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29 May to 3 Oct 2027
at 09:30 to 16:00+ 1 other date or time

Make a Round Willow Shopper Basket 

5 June: this course will teach you all the fundamental stages of making a traditional basket.

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5 Jun 2027
at 10:00 to 16:30

Bookbinding: Softback Notebook Evening Workshop 

Explore the art of bookbinding, with this introductory evening workshop.

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22 Jul 2027
at 17:30 to 20:30

2 Day Wood Carving Course 

23 & 24 July: learn the fundamental skills of chip-carving or shallow relief carving as you create your own piece in this 2-day course.

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23 Jul 2027
at 09:00 to 17:00

The Art Within Conservation & Sustainability: Vapour Permeability & Historic Decorative Finishes 

31st July. In-Depth, Group Heritage Conservation Course Exploring Vapour Permeability, Sustainability & The Application of Historic Decorative Faux Finishes.

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31 Jul 2027
at 10:00 to 16:30

Make a Rush Seat Stool (2 Day) 

4th- 5th September: Build your own stool and then learn rush-weaving techniques to create a woven seat.

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4 Sep 2027
at 10:00 to 16:00

5-Day Woodcarving Summer School - Discovering the hidden treasure of Misericords 

13-17 September: with expert guidance from a master carver take a deep dive into wood carving, through the wonderful world of misericords.

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13 Sep 2027
at 09:00 to 17:00

Bookbinding Intermediate (2-day course) 

Advance your basic bookbinding skills, by trying your hand at new techniques including breathing new life into an old book.

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17 Sep 2027
at 09:00 to 17:00

Gold Leaf & Stencil Tea Tray Workshop 

30th October. Use heritage decorative finishes to create a beautifully decorated tea-tray.

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30 Oct 2027
at 10:00 to 16:30

Bookbinding: Softback Notebook Christmas Special 

Explore the art of bookbinding with a festive twist, with this introductory workshop.

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20 Nov 2027
at 14:00 to 17:00