Chinese Brush Painting: Landscape Zhong Tang PaintingCourse Full - Add me to Waiting List10th Oct to 12th Oct 2025
Tutor: Lei Lei QuFriday to Sunday

Landscape Zhong Tang painting is usually a large painting that hangs in the central hall of a traditional Chinese house. A Zhong Tang painting acts as a confluence of so many of the skills you will have already aquired brought together - gathering all the key techniques learned before such as trees, rocks, mountains, cloud, mists, waterfalls, stream, house and figure etc in a unique composition to complete a serious, large painting about 4 foot..... read more

"Lei Lei is an awesome tutor and the organisers very supportive." (June 2019)

Bedfordshire and Bucks Point Lace17th Oct to 19th Oct 2025
Tutor: Louise WestFriday to Sunday

This is a weekend course on Bedfordshire and Bucks Point lace, with individual tuition to focus on a new project, a new lace or continue and make progress on an existing project. Weekend courses give you more concentrated time than a weekly class to make significant progress. The pattern can be supplied before the course by contacting the tutor. This course is taught through individual learning and group demonstrations of techniques as appropriate. .... read more

Louise was a great teacher and her knowledge was amazing. (Summer School 2023)

Watercolour Collage - Painting without restraintCourse Full - Add me to Waiting List17th Oct to 19th Oct 2025
Tutor: Jackie Devereux Friday to Sunday

'Dynamic contemporary works on paper' comes to mind - a creative weekend dipping more than a toe into glorious transparent watercolours creating elements to make a collage, and the option to add permanent Indian Ink! Small loose compositions will be the order of the weekend, during which we shall delve into ways to capture that spark which tells you when enough is enough... then STOP..... read more

"I am pretty much a beginner in watercolour and Jackie was an inspiring teacher who taught me many techniques. I would come again and recommend it to others."(April 2019)

Woodcarving18th Oct to 19th Oct 2025
Tutor: Ernest RiallSaturday to Sunday

This course is for all levels. Complete beginners will be introduced to the basic skills of carving, chisel sharpening and wood behaviour. In further sessions you may follow a structured course of set projects or develop your own ideas.At every stage you will add to your skills and knowledge of all aspects of carving and develop design skills. Experienced carvers will be helped to develop their own projects and skills. This course will be held at the Wooburn Craft School in Wooburn Green..... read more

Excellent weekend, as ever. Resources and teaching very helpful. Thank you.

Milanese and European LacesCourse Full - Add me to Waiting List14th Nov to 16th Nov 2025
Tutor: Claire BonitoFriday to Sunday

This is a weekend course with a primary focus on Milanese lace with other European laces supported. This course offers individual tuition to focus on a new project, a new lace or continue and make progress on an existing project. Weekend courses give you more concentrated time than a weekly class to make significant progress. The course is taught through individual learning and group demonstrations of techniques as appropriate..... read more

All the arrangements were superb and the teaching outstanding. I thoroughly enjoyed the weekend.

Tai Ji Quan, and Qigong 14th Nov to 16th Nov 2025
Tutor: Clare SkeltonFriday to Sunday

Nurture yourself with a weekend of gentle exercise to enhance your health and well-being. These traditional Chinese health arts, Tai Ji Quan and Qigong (Tai Chi Chuan and Chi Kung), create stillness in the mind whilst also increasing vitality and fitness. Your ability to relax, your flexibility, co-ordination and balance will improve with practice. I enjoy working with all ages and will support you to meet your individual health and fitness needs. The course is suitable for all levels, beginners welcome..... read more

"As usual, it was really enjoyable."  (Summer School 2019)

Japanese Embroidery14th Nov to 16th Nov 2025
Tutor: Janet CroninFriday to Sunday

This course will cater for all level of student. Beginners will have the opportunity of stitching a simple design designed by the Japanese Embroidery Centre. There is a choice of one of four designs that will teach up to about 6 beginners stitches. Advanced stitchers will be able to carry on with their existing project. For those who have stitched some Japanese Embroidery I have a selection of small and straightforward designs at various levels..... read more

Great room for our course - excellent lighting and space for everyone to work. Very easy to book. Would highly recommend booking courses with them.

Birds of prey with graphite pencil15th Nov to 16th Nov 2025
Tutor: Jonathan NeweySaturday to Sunday

Discover the beauty and power of raptors in our two-day drawing course, Birds of Prey with Graphite Pencil. Learn to capture the intricate details, textures, and striking features of eagles and owls using graphite techniques. Guided by Jonathan, you'll develop skills in observation, shading, and proportion through step-by-step demonstrations and individual guidance. Suitable for all skill levels, this course offers a relaxed, focused environment - perfect for building confidence and creating stunning wildlife artwork..... read more

"Jonathan was an excellent and enthusiastic and helpful tutor." (May 2019)

Woodcarving15th Nov to 16th Nov 2025
Tutor: Ernest RiallSaturday to Sunday

This course is for all levels. Complete beginners will be introduced to the basic skills of carving, chisel sharpening and wood behaviour. In further sessions you may follow a structured course of set projects or develop your own ideas.At every stage you will add to your skills and knowledge of all aspects of carving and develop design skills. Experienced carvers will be helped to develop their own projects and skills. This course will be held at the Wooburn Craft School in Wooburn Green..... read more

Excellent weekend, as ever. Resources and teaching very helpful. Thank you.

Milanese and European Laces - NEW VENUE6th Mar to 8th Mar 2026
Tutor: Claire BonitoFriday to Sunday

This is a weekend course with a primary focus on Milanese lace with other European laces supported. This course offers individual tuition to focus on a new project, a new lace or continue and make progress on an existing project. Weekend courses give you more concentrated time than a weekly class to make significant progress. The course is taught through individual learning and group demonstrations of techniques as appropriate..... read more

As always an excellent course. Claire is so approachable and willing to help with any lace problem big or small. Her knowledge and skill of lace making is unbelievable. I simply love Claire's lace courses and can't wait for the next one!

Tai Ji Quan, and Qigong - NEW VENUE6th Mar to 8th Mar 2026
Tutor: Clare SkeltonFriday to Sunday

Nurture yourself with a weekend of gentle exercise to enhance your health and well-being. These traditional Chinese health arts, Tai Ji Quan and Qigong (Tai Chi Chuan and Chi Kung), create stillness in the mind whilst also increasing vitality and fitness. Your ability to relax, your flexibility, co-ordination and balance will improve with practice. I enjoy working with all ages and will support you to meet your individual health and fitness needs. The course is suitable for all levels, beginners welcome..... read more

"Another weekend in Paradise!" (November 2019)

Woodcarving7th Mar to 8th Mar 2026
Tutor: Ernest RiallSaturday to Sunday

This course is for all levels. Complete beginners will be introduced to the basic skills of carving, chisel sharpening and wood behaviour. In further sessions you may follow a structured course of set projects or develop your own ideas.At every stage you will add to your skills and knowledge of all aspects of carving and develop design skills. Experienced carvers will be helped to develop their own projects and skills. This course will be held at the Wooburn Craft School in Wooburn Green..... read more

Excellent weekend, as ever. Resources and teaching very helpful. Thank you.

Japanese Embroidery - NEW VENUE10th Apr to 12th Apr 2026
Tutor: Janet CroninFriday to Sunday

This course will cater for all level of student. Beginners will have the opportunity of stitching a simple design designed by the Japanese Embroidery Centre. There is a choice of one of four designs that will teach up to about 6 beginners stitches. Advanced stitchers will be able to carry on with their existing project. For those who have stitched some Japanese Embroidery I have a selection of small and straightforward designs at various levels..... read more

Great room for our course - excellent lighting and space for everyone to work. Very easy to book. Would highly recommend booking courses with them.

Botanical illustration - Pen and Ink and Watercolour Wash - NEW VENUE11th Apr to 12th Apr 2026
Tutor: Jackie Isard SBA Fellow CBM RHS GoldSaturday to Sunday

Pen and ink is so therapeutic and fairly fast compared to pure watercolour painting. It is an effective way of drawing using dots and lines to create form. Adding a watercolour wash to the finished drawing adds to the beauty of the subject drawn..... read more

Jackie Isard was really lovely and patient. Excellent tutor! Learnt so much during these two days! Thank you.

Animal portraits with coloured pencil on black paper and grey board - NEW VENUE11th Apr to 12th Apr 2026
Tutor: Jonathan NeweySaturday to Sunday

Join our two-day course, Animal Portraits with Coloured Pencil on Black Paper and grey board and explore the dramatic effects of drawing with coloured pencils on a dark background. Learn techniques for layering, blending, and highlighting to create lifelike textures and striking contrast. Guided by Jonathan, you'll capture the unique character of a chimpanzee face on black paper and a capuchin monkey on grey board. Suitable for all levels, this relaxed and supportive course provides expert instruction and is perfect for developing your artistic skills.... read more

"Great course and excellent tutor." (Summer School 2019)

Woodcarving11th Apr to 12th Apr 2026
Tutor: Ernest RiallSaturday to Sunday

This course is for all levels. Complete beginners will be introduced to the basic skills of carving, chisel sharpening and wood behaviour. In further sessions you may follow a structured course of set projects or develop your own ideas.At every stage you will add to your skills and knowledge of all aspects of carving and develop design skills. Experienced carvers will be helped to develop their own projects and skills. This course will be held at the Wooburn Craft School in Wooburn Green..... read more

Excellent weekend, as ever. Resources and teaching very helpful. Thank you.

Honiton Lace - NEW VENUE15th May to 17th May 2026
Tutor: Alison ThoburnFriday to Sunday

This course is suitable for all levels, from beginners to the experienced. The aim is to tailor the course to the individual. For those new to the discipline, instruction will be given using a project which covers the basic techniques. The more experienced Honiton lacemaker will have the opportunity to expand their knowledge and skills in technique, design, and interpretation..... read more

It was everything that I'd hoped it would be and more. Excellent tutor.

Woodcarving16th May to 17th May 2026
Tutor: Ernest RiallSaturday to Sunday

This course is for all levels. Complete beginners will be introduced to the basic skills of carving, chisel sharpening and wood behaviour. In further sessions you may follow a structured course of set projects or develop your own ideas.At every stage you will add to your skills and knowledge of all aspects of carving and develop design skills. Experienced carvers will be helped to develop their own projects and skills. This course will be held at the Wooburn Craft School in Wooburn Green..... read more

Excellent weekend, as ever. Resources and teaching very helpful. Thank you.

Japanese Embroidery - NEW VENUE5th Jun to 7th Jun 2026
Tutor: Janet CroninFriday to Sunday

This course will cater for all level of student. Beginners will have the opportunity of stitching a simple design designed by the Japanese Embroidery Centre. There is a choice of one of four designs that will teach up to about 6 beginners stitches. Advanced stitchers will be able to carry on with their existing project. For those who have stitched some Japanese Embroidery I have a selection of small and straightforward designs at various levels..... read more

Great room for our course - excellent lighting and space for everyone to work. Very easy to book. Would highly recommend booking courses with them.

Bedfordshire and Bucks Point Lace - NEW VENUE5th Jun to 7th Jun 2026
Tutor: Louise WestFriday to Sunday

This is a weekend course on Bedfordshire and Bucks Point lace, with individual tuition to focus on a new project, a new lace or continue and make progress on an existing project. Weekend courses give you more concentrated time than a weekly class to make significant progress. The pattern can be supplied before the course by contacting the tutor. This course is taught through individual learning and group demonstrations of techniques as appropriate. .... read more

Louise was a great teacher and her knowledge was amazing. (Summer School 2023)

Woodcarving6th Jun to 7th Jun 2026
Tutor: Ernest RiallSaturday to Sunday

This course is for all levels. Complete beginners will be introduced to the basic skills of carving, chisel sharpening and wood behaviour. In further sessions you may follow a structured course of set projects or develop your own ideas.At every stage you will add to your skills and knowledge of all aspects of carving and develop design skills. Experienced carvers will be helped to develop their own projects and skills. This course will be held at the Wooburn Craft School in Wooburn Green..... read more

Excellent weekend, as ever. Resources and teaching very helpful. Thank you.