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With two great universities and an abundance of independent businesses providing creative courses, Nottinghamshire is the ideal place to come and do a workshop or short course.

More and more people are swapping up holidays of relaxation and adventure for trips that expand their creativity and knowledge. So, if you’d prefer to return home with some fantastic new skills rather than souvenirs or a suntan, check out some of the excellent classes, workshops and short courses below. There’s a big variety, from learning the art of the perfect coffee, to dancing, drawing, or designing your own jewellery.

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Foodie Courses

If you’re a foodie, you’re in luck - you can learn just about anything in Nottinghamshire thanks to the wealth of specialist independent food businesses around the county.

In the hustle and bustle of the city, over at Sneinton Market you can get delectable dairy-free bars of artisan confectionary at Luisa’s Vegan Chocolates. This independent one-woman show whips up bean-to-bar delights, whilst also providing special tasting events where you can learn about the history and process of chocolate making whilst enjoying a glass of fizz and divine chocolatey treats.

Boozy Courses

Perhaps you want to impress your friends with an exquisitely prepared cocktail, learn the intricacies of your favourite tipple, or simply have a merry night out with mates. In any case, there’s a host of tastings, classes and experiences around Nottinghamshire to wet your whistle.

Wine lovers should check out the Vineyard Experiences at Hanwell Wine Estate, where you can tour the vineyard and taste the English sparkling wines made on the estate.

Gin lovers can see the process of distilling first hand by booking a tasting at Sneinton Market’s Redsmith Distillery, home to the award-winning Redsmith London Dry Gin as well as other fabulous gin creations. If whisky is more your tipple, Gauntleys Fine Wine, Whisky and Cigar Merchants hold tasting events throughout the year.

Arts & Crafts

Nottingham has a buzzing creative scene, reflected in some of the independent businesses that hold creative events and workshops.

Debbie Bryan in The Lace Market and Ruddington Village is always a delightful place to visit, and along with being an award-winning shop, this in-house design studio, creative space and award winning tea room hosts crafternoons, workshops and other events throughout the year. Learn crafts including wirework, textiles, lino printing and lots more while enjoying tea, cake and beautifully inspiring surroundings.

For anyone interested in making their own jewellery, there is no better destination than The Bead Shop. Along with sessions dedicated to silver smithing and beaded jewellery, they often host classes on crafts such as macramé or coaster making, and you can also book children’s parties, hen parties and team-building workshops tailored to suit your needs.

There are even more creative workshops available at the Hanwell Wine Estate, where their Rural Antics courses cover a diverse range of crafts including book-binding, stained glass, oil painting, illustration and embroidery, all taught in a beautiful countryside setting.

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Not only is it much easier to get into exercise when you have a regular class to attend, they are also a great place to socialise, have fun, and up your ability. One of our favourite options is Schuggies Ceilidhs, whose friendly, jovial evenings of traditional Irish and Scottish dancing often include a live band and easy to follow steps.

If you've always wanted to dabble in watersports look no further than Holme Pierrepont Country Park, Home of the National Water Sports Centre. They offer a range of courses, classes, memberships and events for you to learn the likes of British Canoeing, Safety and Rescue Courses and Paddlesport.

The National Ice Centre offers courses throughout the year including normal Skating Lessons and their popular Intensive Skating Courses which fits their six-week skating course into just three days. Skate hire is included in the price of the lessons, so you can learn at the home of Olympic Ice-Skating legends Torvill & Dean! Their courses are designed for people of all ages. They also have Ice Hockey lessons, Ice Clubs and Speed Skating lessons available on their website.

Nottingham Trent University Short Courses

Each summer, Nottingham Trent University provide a range of professional short courses to help you expand your skills, create a portfolio, or get the wheels rolling for a career change. Named University of the Year 2019 in the Guardian University Awards, you are ensured top quality teaching and a vast range of courses, including fashion design, architecture, photography or creative fiction writing.

Children’s Courses

Kids love learning new things outside of school, so whether you are wanting to get them into a new hobby or just looking for a way to keep them entertained, it's worth checking out some of the courses and classes available.

Get curious about science and creativity at Green’s Windmill and Science Centre. During school holidays they hold a variety of children’s workshops, which include topics from baking to science.

If your child is more of an arty type, Nottingham galleries or workshops at New Art Exchange, Lakeside Arts and Nottingham Contemporary all hold sessions for children or families at the weekend and school holidays where you can get hands-on with different creative mediums.

The National Justice Museum host a series of Make It Yours workshops for children. Their creative sessions are free and open to all. Join them to make and create together and contribute to the growing museum! The sessions will be led by artists, makers, and writers, all influenced by this unique museum.

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Basketry: Rescuing, Reviving, Retaining

Basketry: Rescuing, Reviving, Retaining

Worksop

Featuring the work of over 60 of Britain's most skilled basket makers, Basketry: Rescuing, Reviving, Retaining showcases the beauty and surprising diversity of traditional British basketry.

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The Harley Gallery, Worksop

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12 Apr 2025to28 June 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00
Nottingham Castle Cave Tours

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Nottingham Castle Cave Tours

Nottingham

Explore the foundations of the medieval castle from dire dungeons to wonderous wine cellars – hear the stories of Nottingham during the time of Robin Hood and in the underground spaces where they actually happened!

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Nottingham Castle, Nottingham

City of Caves, Nottingham

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

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The Chocolate Tasting Experience

The Chocolate Tasting Experience

Nottingham

Real, award winning chocolate tasting experiences - with Luisa, award winning chocolate maker.

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From:

1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Talk: Vibrant Vestiges of Vehicles – The Power of Ponies in Iron Age Britain

Talk: Vibrant Vestiges of Vehicles – The Power of Ponies in Iron Age Britain

University Park, Nottingham

Dr Sophia Adams, Curator at the British Museum, examines the significance of ponies in Iron Age Britain.

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From:
3 July 2025Open 13:00 - 14:00
FAMILY WORKSHOPS Exploring Fabric & Textiles

FAMILY WORKSHOPS Exploring Fabric & Textiles

University Park, Nottingham

Wednesdays and Saturdays in August 2025 Lakeside Arts Learning Studio Free (Booking Required)
Step into a vibrant world where fabric comes to life! These sessions are inspired by our Material Worlds exhibition, where colour, space,…

Venue

Lakeside Arts, Beeston

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From:

2 Aug 2025to30 Aug 2025Various Opening Times
Daniel Lind-Ramos at Nottingham Contemporary

Daniel Lind-Ramos at Nottingham Contemporary

nottingham

Nottingham Contemporary is delighted to present the first major exhibition of artist Daniel Lind- Ramos

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Nottingham Contemporary, Nottingham

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2 Feb 2025to5 May 2025
Gospel Singing Workshop

Gospel Singing Workshop

Nottingham

Come and sing some glorious gospel music in this afternoon workshop at Nottingham Trent University's City Campus, led by the brilliant Freddie Kofi. Suitable for all abilities.

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From:
18 May 2025
MESSY PAINT WORKSHOP

MESSY PAINT WORKSHOP

University Park, Nottingham

In this fun, hands-on workshop, children will explore the joy of painting without the worry of staying neat.

Venue

Lakeside Arts, Beeston

Dates

From:
1 June 2025Open 12:30 - 13:30
Brush Painting with Feng-Ru Lee

Brush Painting with Feng-Ru Lee

University Park, Nottingham

Perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike, focusing on Ling-Mao birds, a classic subject.

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30 Apr 2025Open 10:30 - 12:30
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7 May 2025Open 10:30 - 12:30
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14 May 2025Open 10:30 - 12:30
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21 May 2025Open 10:30 - 12:30
Volunteer Open Day at The Workhouse

Volunteer Open Day at The Workhouse

Southwell

Tuesday 6 June 2023 National Trust Workhouse at Southwell Booking Essential The Workhouse and Infirmary are seeking more volunteers to join their team at The Workhouse. You are invited to come for FREE and learn more about the place, explore…

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The Workhouse and Infirmary, Southwell

Dates

From:
6 June 2025
National Mills Weekend at Green's Windmill

National Mills Weekend at Green's Windmill

Sneinton, Nottingham

Saturday 10 & Sunday 11 May 2025 | 10am - 4pm Green's Windmill and Science Centre Free
National Mills Weekend is the annual festival of the UK's milling heritage, so celebrate by visiting Nottingham's 19th Century windmill.
Climb the…

Venue

Green's Windmill, Nottingham

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10 May 2025to11 May 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00
Guided Tours of Bromley House Library

Guided Tours of Bromley House Library

Nottingham

View every room of the library on a fully guided tour of the building's three floors.* Discover the collections, hear about secrets from the shelves and members from the past, and enjoy the historic features of this literary gem, established in 1816…

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Bromley House Library, Nottingham

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13 Apr 2025Various Opening Times
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4 May 2025Various Opening Times
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8 June 2025Various Opening Times
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6 July 2025Various Opening Times
Painting Class with Thistle & Sketch

Painting Class with Thistle & Sketch

Newark

Thistle and Sketch deliver creative, friendly and relaxing painting classes...

Venue

Thoresby Park, Nottinghamshire

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From:
12 Apr 2025Open 10:30 - 12:30
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7 June 2025Open 10:30 - 12:30
Slow Hands, Fast Ears - Drum kit workshop

Slow Hands, Fast Ears - Drum kit workshop

Nottingham

In this free workshop, leading UK session drummer and educator Allan Cox will guide participants through the essential skills and tools for achieving drumming success.

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From:
15 May 2025Open 19:30 - 20:30
Cosmic Titans: Art, Science and the Quantum Universe

Cosmic Titans: Art, Science and the Quantum Universe

University Park, Nottingham

This exhibition brings together art and science to explore different aspects of the quantum world

Venue

Lakeside Arts, Beeston

Dates

From:

25 Jan 2025to27 Apr 2025Various Opening Times
Northern Rascals Choreography Workshop

Northern Rascals Choreography Workshop

University Park, Nottingham

Led by the Directors of Yorkshire-based dance theatre company Northern Rascals, this workshop explores the company's unique approach to authentic co-creation with communities, through the lens of their new dance theatre show SUNNY | SIDE

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From:
17 May 2025Open 15:00 - 17:00
Debbie Bryan Crafternoons - Unique Experiences

Debbie Bryan Crafternoons - Unique Experiences

Nottingham

Number one for shopping in Nottingham, Debbie Bryan are an award winning, independent creative gallery based on St. Peter's gate in Nottingham City Centre and in Ruddington village. With an in-house design studio, creative space and award winning…

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1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2025
FESTIVAL OF ARCHAEOLOGY Discover the Romans

FESTIVAL OF ARCHAEOLOGY Discover the Romans

University Park, Nottingham

join us for our Roman themed Festival of Archaeology to celebrate the opening of our new exhibition The Norton Disney Dodecahedron:

Venue

Lakeside Arts, Beeston

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From:
26 July 2025Open 12:00 - 15:30
Spring Craft Fair

Spring Craft Fair

Southwell

There will be 60+ stalls selling a wide range of goods in the Minster. This is the perfect place to pick up a gift for a loved one whilst helping support independent businesses.

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From:
24 May 2025Open 10:00 - 15:30
Batik Workshop with Shamila Chady

Batik Workshop with Shamila Chady

University Park, Nottingham

In this workshop, you'll learn the fundamentals of batik – an ancient art form that uses wax and dye to create beautiful, intricate designs on fabric.

Dates

From:
12 July 2025Open 10:30 - 15:00

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