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Earth Rise” Book Nook Workshop

Create a Space-Themed Earth Rise Book Nook with Your Family Join us for a unique Earth Rise Book Nook family workshop at the beautiful National Trust Hughenden Estate in High Wycombe.

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  • Admission applies

This hands-on family craft workshop is inspired by the iconic image of the Earth rising above the Moon and is perfect for children and adults who love space, creativity, and making things together.

During this immersive book nook making workshop, families will paint, build, and decorate a detailed miniature lunar scene designed to fit perfectly between books on a shelf — a stunning space-themed book nook to display at home.

What You’ll Make in the Earth Rise Book Nook Workshop Your finished Earth Rise book nook will include:

- The Earth rising over the Moon, painted in the distance

- A realistic moon surface with craters and texture

- Tiny astronauts exploring the lunar landscape

- A lunar module resting on the Moon

- An optional cheeky alien spaceship for extra fun

Small LED stars that light up for a magical glowing effect

This creative workshop combines painting, model making, crafting, and construction, making it ideal for curious kids, creative families, and space fans of all ages.

Family-Friendly Craft Workshop – No Experience Needed No previous crafting or art experience is required. Our friendly, experienced tutor will guide you step by step through the entire process — from painting your cosmic background to assembling your book nook structure, adding miniature details, and installing the lights.

✔️ All materials are included ✔️ Just bring your imagination and a sense of adventure

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Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Adult £20.00
Child £20.00
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The basics

Booking details

Call 07772 950158

Suitability

Children aged 5+

Meeting point

Please arrive by 1 PM and park in the visitors’ car park. Head to Visitor Reception, where the team will guide you to the workshop space.

Accessibility

Unfortunately the studybase is not wheelchair accessible.

Contact info

Easely Does It

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