Spend a half-day with artist & printmaker Charlie Ash to discover the seemingly possibilities of using natural materials to print incredibly detailed, eye-catching designs across a variety of media. Tree rings make fantastic natural printing blocks, as they can be easily worked to reveal the concentric patterns formed by their yearly growth. Using locally sourced woods such […]
On this course we will be working with English rush, (Schoenoplectus lacustris) a beautifully soft material to weave with. We will learn some ancient techniques of cordage, plaiting and how to make a small rush foraging bag/ handbag with a strap. You will learn how to prepare and weave with rush and other foraged fibers […]
The Garden Cafe at the Chantry Centre has built a reputation for its fantastic home baked cakes and savouries, along with good company and chat. When the weather’s good, there are benches in sun and shade in the garden; and in any weather you’re welcome indoors, even with muddy boots. Find the cafe through the […]
The Garden Cafe at the Chantry Centre has built a reputation for its fantastic home baked cakes and savouries, along with good company and chat. When the weather’s good, there are benches in sun and shade in the garden; and in any weather you’re welcome indoors, even with muddy boots. Find the cafe through the […]
Join community artist Susie Walker for a new art for wellbeing series. We’ll be using natural materials inspired by the Growing Places exhibition, the Museum’s Walled Garden and the surrounding parkland. From printing with fruit and veg, drawing with sticks and natural materials, exploring cyanotype we’ll try out different techniques and have fun along the […]
Join community artist Susie Walker for a new art for wellbeing series. We’ll be using natural materials inspired by the Growing Places exhibition, the Museum’s Walled Garden and the surrounding parkland. From printing with fruit and veg, drawing with sticks and natural materials, exploring cyanotype we’ll try out different techniques and have fun along the […]
The Garden Cafe at the Chantry Centre has built a reputation for its fantastic home baked cakes and savouries, along with good company and chat. When the weather’s good, there are benches in sun and shade in the garden; and in any weather you’re welcome indoors, even with muddy boots. Find the cafe through the […]
Guided by a professional aromatherapist and herbalist, explore a number of aromatic herbs and oils, and their benefits, both physical and emotional. Look at the science, the art of blending, and make two products to take home.
Spend an hour learning about the vital ingredients for natural skincare and make your own cleansing oil to take home.
Learn from expert mushroom growers, Slad Valley Mushrooms, on how to grow your own fungi at home. Full of practical advice, insights into health benefits, and other marvels of mycelium. Register your interest now, bookings for this course
The Garden Cafe at the Chantry Centre has built a reputation for its fantastic home baked cakes and savouries, along with good company and chat. When the weather’s good, there are benches in sun and shade in the garden; and in any weather you’re welcome indoors, even with muddy boots. Find the cafe through the […]
Join community artist Susie Walker for a new art for wellbeing series. We’ll be using natural materials inspired by the Growing Places exhibition, the Museum’s Walled Garden and the surrounding parkland. From printing with fruit and veg, drawing with sticks and natural materials, exploring cyanotype we’ll try out different techniques and have fun along the […]
