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Christmas at Dapdune Wharf

Visitor holding a beautiful wreath she has made
Beautiful wreaths for Christmas | © National Trust/Sarah Crawcour

Christmas is a time of giving, so we're giving you two events for adults and two for children. Whatever appeals to you, you can test your creativity with a variety of Christmas crafts - there's something for everyone.

Creative Christmas

30 Nov - 1 Dec, 11am-4pm

After a successful Christmas craft weekend last year, it is returning for 2024. Young visitors can join us for a day creating Christmas cards, crackers, tree decorations and more! Pen your letter to Father Christmas to send from home and explore the bookshop, then tuck into hot chocolate with marshmallows and cream from the tearoom which will be offering hot takeaway drinks and snacks.

Willow star for Christmas

Thurs 5 Dec, 11am-1pm

Make a large willow star covered in random weaving and decorate it with fairy lights. Hang it on your front door instead of a wreath, show it off on the top of your tree or display it on a wall all year round.

Willow weaver Judith Needham will lead you through the process of weaving your star. Various sizes of our gorgeous willow star are possible. Fast workers may be able to make more than one. We’ll also make some smaller stars, little Christmas trees and maybe even a tiny reindeer. Suitable for beginners and those who have worked with willow before.

All materials will be provided (including fairy lights for your first star).

Wreath making at Dapdune Wharf

Sat 7 Dec, 10am-1pm or 1.30-4.30pm

Jess will be guiding us to create beautiful wreaths to hang on the front door. You will learn to make a moss ring and decorate it with foliage and berries. Do bring lovely foliage from your gardens to contribute to the individuality of your wreath. The morning session is now sold out but there are still spaces for the afternoon, starting at 1.30pm

Pompom snowmen

Sat 7 Dec, 11am-4pm

Join local artist Sarah Rawlins to make your own pompom snowman. At this drop-in session, you can make some pompoms and then get creative with your design. From red snowflake scarves to pink glittery heart ones, little red buttons or cute bows, this snowman can add some festive cheer to your home. Small activity fee applies, cash and card accepted.