Nine Creative Workshops Where You Can Get Hands-On across Yorkshire
It's never too late to learn something new
Make Soap, Candles and Lip Balm with Cosy Cottage Soap
At Cosy Cottage Soap, their emphasis has always been on using natural ingredients that are gentle on your skin and the environment. These days they make much more than soap, and you can join them in their Malton workshop to create more than enough of your own soap, candles or lip balm to indulge yourself and loved ones.
cosycottagesoap.co.uk
Create Your Own Glass Art with Martin McAssey
From his studio in Sheffield, glass artist Martin McAssey runs both weekly courses and day-long workshops where he will teach you to make exquisite artworks using techniques including fused glass, stained glass, mosaic and glass painting.
martinmcassey.co.uk
Make Chocolates with Crofts Chocolates
If you’ve ever wondered what goes into making your favourite chocolates so moreish, these private workshops at Crofts Chocolates in Scarborough can be booked for four to 12 people, and are specially tailored to cater to your group’s particular cravings.
croftschocolates.com
Try Printing at Eastgate Studio
This print studio in Beverley offers workshops covering a multitude of printing processes (think linocut, collagraph or tetrapak to name a few) and are suitable for all levels. Whether its a weekly group class or a private session with a pro, most workshops give you the freedom to create images of whatever you would like, so come prepared with ideas and prepare to get inky.
eastgatestudio.co.uk
Willow Weaving at Out of the Woods
From baskets to bird feeders and even your own woven pig sculpture, there are a whole host of willow weaving workshops to choose from at Out of the Woods in Leeds. No previous experience is required, and it is also possible to book private group classes.
outofthewoodscraft.co.uk
Focus on Photography with Yorkshire Photo Walks
Learn to move beyond auto-focus and discover new photogenic locations across Yorkshire with professional photographer Tom Marsh. Groups are limited to six participants, ensuring that you get the full benefit of his expertise over the course of a two-and-a-half hour walk.
yorkshirephotowalks.com
Carve a Rocking Horse with The Rocking Horse Shop
Over three days, the skilled craftsmen at the Rocking Horse Shop will guide you through the process of carving your very own decorative rocking horse. These horses aren’t suitable for riding (that takes a little more experience) but make a beautiful, and impressive, ornament to take home.
rockinghorse.co.uk
Carve a Yorkshire Rose with the West Riding Stonecarving Association
If a hammer and chisel (we’re guessing here) is more your thing, these day-long classes for beginners will guide you through the process of carving your own Yorkshire rose from local stone. Michelangelo had to start somewhere!
stonecarvingassociation.org
Make Polymer Clay Jewellery with Make Harrogate
Polymer clay jewellery now comes in all shapes, sizes and shades, from muted marble to multicoloured maximalism. At Make Harrogate, they will help you make your particular vision a reality, with bookable workshops across Harrogate and beyond. Their portable oven means that you can even request a workshop in your own home!
makeharrogate.co.uk
