10 Classes & Workshops in Nottinghamshire That You Shouldn't Miss

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Debbie Bryan is an award winning: gallery, creative space and tearoom. An inspirational shopping destination located in a Georgian town house in the heart of the historic Lace Market area. Specialising in British and International craftsmanship, Debbie Bryan's original collections sit alongside handcrafted textiles and exceptional work of talented designers. The gallery sells beautiful ceramics, glassware, jewellery, prints, books, clothing, lighting, homeware and Nottingham Lace. Debbie Bryan is Nottingham’s hidden gem and the finest reminder of the historical legacy of the Lace Market in the city. The gallery sells hand illustrated technical drawings produced by the makers of Lady Diana Spencer’s wedding dress lace and locally made Nottingham Lace made by the producers of Kate Middleton wedding dress. Extend your trip to Debbie Bryan with a visit to the celebrated tearoom; for seasonal lunches, Afternoon Tea or to learn new creative skill with a Crafternoon.

Located on the beautiful Welbeck Estate in the heart of Sherwood Forest, Nottinghamshire, the School offers a wide range of artisan cookery courses, suitable for all skill levels. There are one-day courses in bakery, cheese making, butchery ice-cream and chocolate making, preserves, charcuterie and brewing plus advanced, professional courses in baking and cheese making. The School is also an ideal venue for bespoke courses, corporate and team building days.

Focus Gallery was established in 1971 and since then it has continued to grow and thrive and become one of most respected and well known places for beautiful and unique art and crafts. From jewellery, wood, textiles, paintings, glass, ceramics, metalwork and mixed media you will always find something to your taste at Focus Gallery. With expert advice and a genuine passion for the artwork on show we will help you with finding that special gift, choosing the right piece for a room or just general advice about what we have to offer. We also offer one day workshops in various mediums, have the Nottingham Jewellery School downstairs with a plethora of workshops. More services include, gift vouchers, gift lists for that special occasion and even wedding ring workshops to make your day even more special. Please feel free to ask us about anything you require and we will be more than happy to help.

Grove House Stables LLP provides horse riding lessons for all ages and abilities. The centre has excellent indoor and outdoor facilities and offers a warm welcome to new or lasped riders

Big Brewday offers introduction to all-grain brewing classes for people who want to make great beer at home. The course is aimed at everyone from the total beginner to those who have made kits, wine or cider before. We have developed a simple approach to the home brewday that can be easily digested by the novice and translated to their own kitchen.

We're a friendly and professional flying school based just off the A1 near Retford, Nottinghamshire. We're less than an hour from Doncaster, Sheffield, Newark, Gainsborough, Mansfield, Nottingham and Lincoln. We offer trial flying lessons, alongside training towards licences or additional ratings.

Created By Hand is owned and run by fused glass artist David Humphreys and as the name suggests the shop specialises in promoting art and fine handmade gifts from some of the best designer makers in the region. The range of crafts on offer include ceramics, jewellery, paper and mixed media crafts as well as, of course fused glass. The shop also offers a range of Craft Workshops with several of the makers personally teaching their skills. We are situated in the stable block of the prestigious Strelley Hall alongside the acclaimed Mulberry Tree Cafe So if you are looking for a piece of art, a unique gift, or if you simply want to give yourself an individual treat, why not visit us, have a look at what is on offer and chat with Dave and the team to see if they might be able to help you take up a new hobby.