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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.

Scroll down to see the full list of workshops and classes coming up or click the links below to see what a specific business is currently offering.

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.

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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.

Scroll down to see the full list of workshops and classes coming up or click the links below to see what a specific business is currently offering.

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.

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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Screen Printing with Jane Stockley

Screen Printing with Jane Stockley

University Park, Nottingham

Discover the art of screen printing in a workshop perfect for all skill levels.

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From:
14 June 2025Open 10:30 - 15:00
Down the Marches - talk by Chis Weir

Down the Marches - talk by Chis Weir

Arnold, Nottingham

Join this fascinating talk to hear Chris Weir, former Head Archivist at the Nottingham Archives, present an intriguing account of the history of Broadmarsh.

Venue

Arnold Local History Group, Nottingham

Dates

From:
15 Apr 2025Open 19:00 -
Seed Talks – The Psychology of Psychopaths

Seed Talks – The Psychology of Psychopaths

Nottingham

Join as we tap into the science behind psychopaths… From society to psychology, you'll learn what truly makes a psychopath. Can you spot one??

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From:
19 May 2025
ANIMAL CREATURES WORKSHOP

ANIMAL CREATURES WORKSHOP

University Park, Nottingham

Calling all young explorers! Dive into the wild world of animals with our exciting and interactive craft workshop designed especially for children.

Venue

Lakeside Arts, Beeston

Dates

From:
18 May 2025Open 12:30 - 13:30
Captain Athelstan Popkess - talk by Tom Andrews

Captain Athelstan Popkess - talk by Tom Andrews

Arnold, Nottingham

Tuesday 19th August 2025 I 7pm Venue: Arnold Methodist Church Tickets: £1.00 for members and £3.00 for non-members
Captain Athelstan Popkess (Chief Constable, Nottingham City Police 1930-1959).
Tom Andrews is a former police officer who…

Venue

Arnold Local History Group, Nottingham

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From:
19 Aug 2025Open 19:00 -
Robin Hood Festival 2025

Robin Hood Festival 2025

Edwinstowe, Mansfield

Join Sherwood Forest this summer for four weekends of entertainment from 25th July to 25th August, celebrating the legend that makes Sherwood famous across the globe.

Venue

Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre & National Nature Reserve, Nottinghamshire

The Major Oak, Edwinstowe

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25 July 2025to25 Aug 2025Various Opening Times
Unearthed: The Power of Gardening Exhibition

Unearthed: The Power of Gardening Exhibition

Nottingham

Inspire are delighted to be hosting a taster of the Unearthed Exhibition exploring the transformative power of gardening and opening at the British Library’s St Pancras site in May 2025.

Dates

From:

11 July 2025to9 Aug 2025
Ceramics Earrings Workshop at Bustler Market Nottingham

Ceramics Earrings Workshop at Bustler Market Nottingham

Nottingham

Join Heather, the founder of HALLO Ceramics, for a creative, hands-on workshop where guests will design and craft their very own ceramic earrings from scratch.

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From:
19 Apr 2025Open 12:00 - 14:00
Robin Hood Town Tour & Lunch at England's Oldest Inn

Robin Hood Town Tour & Lunch at England's Oldest Inn

Nottingham

Explore Nottingham’s rich history and spectacular sites on the Robin Hood Town Tour before heading to Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem, which is built into the cliff on which Nottingham Castle stands. Enjoy a hearty pub lunch and pint of ale in the Trip’s…

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Summer School for 15 - 17 Year Olds - Nottingham Trent University

Summer School for 15 - 17 Year Olds - Nottingham Trent University

Nottingham

Practical courses for the artists, designers and writers of the future who wish to develop a competitive portfolio and experience university life. Book your place on a Summer School course today!

Dates

From:

28 July 2025to1 Aug 2025

From:

4 Aug 2025to8 Aug 2025
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.

Dates

From:
15 May 2025Open 19:30 - 20:30
Bookbinding Workshop

Bookbinding Workshop

Nottingham

You will learn how to make a paper-covered sewn binding.

Dates

From:
1 May 2025Open 13:00 - 15:00
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

Dates

From:
17 May 2025Open 15:00 - 17:00
SUMMER SCHOOL PUPPET PLAY IN A WEEK with Half a String

SUMMER SCHOOL PUPPET PLAY IN A WEEK with Half a String

University Park, Nottingham

Join award-winning puppetry company Half a String for an exciting introduction to visual performance, puppeteering techniques, and imaginative crafting.

Venue

Lakeside Arts, Beeston

Dates

From:

4 Aug 2025to8 Aug 2025
YMCA Camp Williams: Easter Holidays - Newark

YMCA Camp Williams: Easter Holidays - Newark

Newark-on-Trent

Amazing adventures, friendships and discovery every school holiday! Campers join Villages of similar age children whilst they're at Camp, making sure they experience activities, challenges and fun that grow up with them.

Venue

YMCA Newark & Sherwood Activity Village, Newark and Sherwood

YMCA Newark & Sherwood Activity Village - Clip n Climb, Newark and Sherwood

Dates

From:

7 Apr 2025to11 Apr 2025Various Opening Times

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14 Apr 2025to17 Apr 2025Open 08:00 - 18:00
Seed Talks – The Art of Tim Burton

Seed Talks – The Art of Tim Burton

Nottingham

30th April 2025 | 7:30PM | Tickets: Book Online
Squire Performing Arts Cenre
Ages 14+
the Art of Tim Burton: Exploring Dark Fantasy and Gothic Aesthetics.
Dive into the macabre world of Tim Burton's art, exploring his…

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30 Apr 2025Open 19:30 -
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

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