Join me, Olesya, for a friendly sewing session and a chat. Sunday Sewing Socials is a little sewing club, running in a relaxing and easygoing atmosphere every two weeks. Bring your own hand sewing project or feel free to pick something from what I offer. Any age, any level, everyone is welcome and Family tickets available. I will be sharing ... Read More
Join artist Mike Payton for Read to the Beat, a fun and interactive storytelling workshop that will be a mix of of performance and creation of a story and musical beats! Participants will work with Mike to create a story together, with the opportunity for children to create their own percussion and sound FX and tell the stories themselves. This ... Read More
Free event with activities and food. First come, first served. Live Emergency services demos. Wednesday 5th August 2026 from 10:00-14:00 Danetre and Southbrook Learning Village, Hawke Road, Daventry NN11 4LJ
Join artist Mike Payton, for a fun and interactive storytelling workshop that will be a mix of of performance and creation of a story and musical beats! Participants will work with Mike to create a story together, with the opportunity for children to create their own percussion and sound FX and tell the stories themselves. This is a FREE session ... Read More
Spend a creative day at Stanwick Lakes learning traditional willow weaving techniques. Learn core basketry skills while creating an impressive large willow flower - Perfect for walls, fences, patios, or interior displays. This course is especially valuable for beginners who want to build confidence before moving into basketry. You’ll start by making a traditional slath, just as you would when ... Read More
In this introductory workshop you will learn the traditional craft of corn dolly making, a heritage skill rooted in the rhythms of the harvest and practiced across Britain and Europe for hundreds, even thousands of years. You will explore how these beautiful woven forms were traditionally created from the final sheaf of the harvest, believed to hold the spirit of ... Read More
We are delighted to be working with The Silent Disco Project to bring you a series of free Golden Hour Silent Disco at the community centre! Silent discos are a great way to get in some light and enjoyable exercise, as well as improve your wellbeing through powering your memory recolection with nostalgic hits from the past! We kick off ... Read More
Come along on the 12th August to celebrate and explore the vibrant history of St.Peters Church & The Old Black Lion pub. This is a FREE family friendly drop in event, including an array of activities for all ages. Take part in Norman battle training with the Hitchhiking Historian as well as Medieval craft demonstrations from Black Knight Historical! Explore ... Read More
Join us for our summer Craft Club - and this time the theme is badgers and their woodland friends. On Wednesday 12th August, prebook onto one of our 2 crafting sessions where you will have the choice to create lots of brilliant badger themed crafts, including: – A woodland diorama, featuring your favourite woodland animals, including badgers of course! – ... Read More
Looking for a creative experience this summer? Join our fun and family friendly jewellery-making workshop and create your own handmade jewellery piece using natural stones, dried flowers and resin. A wonderful activity for parents and children aged 10+ to enjoy together. Parking is included in the ticket price. Each workshop activity has suggested age ranges provided, however, we accept parent/guardian ... Read More
Join me, Olesya, for a friendly sewing session and a chat. Sunday Sewing Socials is a little sewing club, running in a relaxing and easygoing atmosphere every two weeks. Bring your own hand sewing project or feel free to pick something from what I offer. Any age, any level, everyone is welcome and Family tickets available. I will be sharing ... Read More
Make the most of the summer views and create your own multi-layered summer-inspired lino print in a one-day artist-led workshop with expert printmaker Alexandra Buckle. In this artist-led workshop, you will create a multi-layered lino print based on images or photographs that inspire you. Alexandra Buckle is a former Royal Academy Exhibitor and Artfinder bestseller. She has exhibited in both ... Read More
A one-day workshop with Jo Cross introducing the art of wire-wrapped jewellery making. Participants will learn two or three different techniques of wire wrapping. The workshop will start off with students working with sea glass type materials. Once students have mastered the wrapping techniques and the use of the tools, they will progress to smoother surfaces like tumble stones or ... Read More
A bi-monthly craft group meet-up. On opportunity to have a cuppa and chat while working on your craft project and share ideas and techniques. Join us for a natter and tea/coffee with your craft project, or help us create one of ours. All welcome! We are a friendly bunch. 10.30am - 12 noon, FREE
Join us for Sip & Paint at Wharf Distillery, Thursday, 20th August, for an evening of creativity, relaxation, and fun at our Sip & Paint event in collaboration with Something Less Boring. What to expect: • A themed painting session: The Storm On The Horizon. • All materials and equipment provided – just bring your enthusiasm! • Expert guidance with ... Read More
Join a foraging workshop with local expert Lizzy to discover some delectable wild foods that can make seasonal safe additions to your diet. We will hunt for wild fruits, herbs, mushrooms and plants, teaching key identifying features and preferred habitats. This will give you a solid start on your wild food journey. You may also like to bring a camera, ... Read More
We know how life-changing it can be for children and families to meet other people who stammer. As part of STAMMAFest 2026, we have created an event for children who stammer, their parents and siblings. Our Family Day aims to get kids and their families excited about stammering and seeing themselves as part of an exciting community! This August, bring ... Read More
Hand Sewn Quilting (EPP method) is a portable, hand-sewing patchwork technique where fabric is folded over paper templates, basted, and whip-stitched together to create precise, intricate designs like hexagons. This is a beginners class and is all hand stitching. All tools will be supplied. Participants are encouraged to bring their own scraps to work with if they want to. If ... Read More
Join us on the 26th August to get creative and celebrate the artistic and independent spirit of our town! St Peter's has been a source of inspiration for artists and craftspeople for centuries. The renowned local painter and muralist Henry Bird pursued a career in the arts after being inspired by the stunning stone carvings inside the church. This FREE ... Read More
Course Overview Join us for one of our summer workshops and create your very own design on a tote bag. You will use ready cut stamps and lino blocks to print and create your own design. Supported by artist and printmaker Lizzie Ault, who will be providing her own hand cut blocks for you to use. All materials are included ... Read More
Join artist & tutor Lizzie Ault to create a set of hanging decorations or a garland inspired by summer. You’ll try foil embossing, a beautiful, relaxing craft inspired by folk art and seasonal themes. You’ll learn the basics and create your own embossed decoration to take home. All materials are included, and it’s suitable for ages 7+ (younger children welcome ... Read More
General event details/bio On 29th/30th August, over 300 artists painting simultaneously across Northampton town centre, making Wall Games the largest street art event in Europe. Youth workshops Paint battles/tournament TAR Streetsports mobile sound system Competitions/prizes Northampton BID are providing an app which will have a Map, and location details of the artists painting Artist showcase at The Smokepit on Saturday ... Read More
Join me, Olesya, for a friendly sewing session and a chat. Sunday Sewing Socials is a little sewing club, running in a relaxing and easygoing atmosphere every two weeks. Bring your own hand sewing project or feel free to pick something from what I offer. Any age, any level, everyone is welcome and Family tickets available. I will be sharing ... Read More
Come along to Stitching Kitchen and have fun with fabric and thread while learning the basics of sewing. Whether you're a complete beginner or refreshing your skills, our introductory sewing workshop is designed to build confidence and creativity. Over 10 hours (5 sessions), you'll gain hands-on experience with a sewing machine, create stunning projects to brighten up your home, and ... Read More
This September, we invite you to step beyond the familiar and explore a world of creativity waiting to be discovered across Northamptonshire and Rutland. Northants & Rutland Open Studios is more than an art festival – it is an opportunity to explore hidden studios, beautiful villages, bustling towns, country gardens, galleries, and creative spaces, while meeting the artists who make ... Read More
Course Overview In this two‑day workshop, participants will create their own ceramic weaving frame and complete a small handwoven piece using natural fibres guided by artist Emi Fujisawa. Saturday 5th September 2026 (Day 1): Students will make their ceramic weaving frames using stoneware clay and decorate them with the course tutor Emi’s forged natural clay slips. Day 1 is from ... Read More
A hands-on crafting course where nature does most of the talking. We’ll prepare special papers before dipping, wrapping and steaming them. And here’s the magic part… when the paper is revealed, each leaf leaves behind a stunning, colourful print — no two ever the same. We’ll then take these papers and create notebooks using Japanese book binding practices. 10am-4pm £35 ... Read More
Saturday 5th September 2026 11:00 am - 8:00 pm £5 Adults | £2 Children (under-2s free) Join us for a whole day full of creativity and colour as Art Jam Festival takes over the Walled Garden! Fresh from winning ‘Best Event’ at the Northamptonshire Heritage Forum Awards, we’re back with another day jam-packed with creativity. Grab a canvas, a drink, ... Read More