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Make a Silver Spinner Ring in a Day with the Bishopsland Educational Trust 

31 October: Create your own beautiful sterling silver spinner ring (also known as a meditation, worry, or fidget ring) in this one-day workshop.

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31 Oct 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00

Gardening Course: Everything about Bulbs 

1st of November. Learn about a wide range of bulbs, including how to plant a layered bulb display.

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1 Nov 2026
at 09:30 to 12:00+ 1 other date or time

Make a Copper Foil Stained Glass Christmas Decoration 

7 November: you'll be guided through the process of creating a stained glass Christmas decoration to take home.

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7 Nov 2026
at 09:00 to 15:00

Strawcraft: Christmas decoration making 

7th of November learn key Strawcraft techniques, including plaiting and tied straw work. Make several Christmas decorations and an angel tree topper.

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7 Nov 2026
at 10:00 to 15:00

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

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

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

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

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