Creative Courses

Throughout the summer we run a series of creative courses at Stillingfleet Lodge. These highly popular courses are run by visiting experts.

We use the garden both as the backdrop and inspiration for a variety of practical arts, crafts and photographic workshops.

Many courses sell out quickly, so early booking is recommended.

All courses include entry to the garden plus welcome coffee and biscuits. All materials are provided unless stated.

Please note that workshop fees cannot be refunded if cancelled less than 7 days prior to date of workshop.

make a wire hen course

Creative Courses for 2024

Making Wire Alliums – Morning

wire alliums by Chris Moss
April 8 at 10:00 - 12:30

Chris Moss is back by popular demand for this wire sculpture workshop. On this course you will learn how to make wire alliums, perfect as an extra feature in your garden…

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SOLD OUT Making Wire Alliums – Afternoon

wire alliums by Chris Moss
April 8 at 13:30 - 16:00

Chris Moss is back by popular demand for this wire sculpture workshop. On this course you will learn how to make wire alliums, perfect as an extra feature in your garden…

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Make a Wire Hen Sculpture – Sold Out

wire hen
May 13 at 10:00 - 16:00

This workshop to make a wire hen sculpture was a sell-out in both 2021, 2022 and 2023, so early booking is recommended This is an opportunity to make your own wire…

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A Garden Sketch Book with Kate Pettitt

Outdoor art workshop
May 21 at 10:00 - 16:00

We are delighted that our outdoor art workshops are back this summer led by local artist Kate Pettitt. Many of you will be familiar with Kate’s work at York Open Studios…

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Make a Wire Blackbird – Morning – SOLD OUT

wire blackbird sculpture course
June 18 at 10:00 - 12:30

Chris Moss is back for this half day sculpture courses where you will learn how to make a small wire blackbird to take home. We are delighted that Chris is bringing…

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Make a Wire Blackbird – Afternoon – SOLD OUT

wire blackbird sculpture course
June 18 at 13:30 - 16:00

Chris Moss is back for this half day sculpture course where you will learn how to make a small wire blackbird to take home. We are delighted that Chris is bringing…

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SOLD OUT Make a Wire Hen

wire hen sculptures by Chris Moss
July 22 at 10:00 - 16:00

This wire sculpture workshop is the second opportunity for you to book on to this popular make a wire hen sculpture in 2024. These day-long workshops usually sell-out,  so early booking…

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A Garden Sketch Book with Kate Pettitt – July

Outdoor art workshop
July 23 at 10:00 - 16:00

Kate Pettitt is back for the second of four outdoor art workshops that she is leading this summer. Many of you will be familiar with Kate’s work at York Open Studios…

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A Garden Sketch Book with Kate Pettitt – August

Outdoor art workshop
August 20 at 10:00 - 16:00

We are delighted that our outdoor art courses are back this summer led by local artist Kate Pettitt. Many of you will be familiar with Kate’s work at York Open Studios…

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Making Wire Alliums – Morning

wire alliums by Chris Moss
September 9 at 10:00 - 12:30

Local sculptor, Chris Moss, is back by popular demand for this wire sculpture workshop. On this course you will learn how to make wire alliums, perfect as an extra feature in…

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Make Wire Alliums – Afternoon

wire alliums by Chris Moss
September 9 at 13:30 - 16:00

Chris Moss is back by popular demand for this wire sculpture workshop. On this course you will learn how to make wire alliums, perfect as an extra feature in your garden…

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A Garden Sketch Book with Kate Pettit

Outdoor art workshop
September 24 at 10:00 - 16:00

We are delighted that our outdoor art workshops are back this summer led by local artist Kate Pettitt. Many of you will be familiar with Kate’s work at York Open Studios…

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Previous Creative Workshops

examples of willow bird feeders

Make Willow Bird Feeders – Afternoon

September 11, 2023 at 13:30 - 17:00

Another chance to join Leilah Vyner from Dragon Willow near Tadcaster who  will be leading this 1/2 day workshop where you will make a variety of willow bird feeders. There…

examples of willow bird feeders

Make Willow Bird Feeders – Morning

September 11, 2023 at 10:00 - 12:30

Leilah Vyner from Dragon Willow near Tadcaster will be leading this 1/2 day workshop where you will make a variety of willow bird feeders. There should be time to make…

Sample of rag rugging

How to Make a Rag Rug

July 3, 2023 at 10:00 - 16:00

We are delighted to be joined by Heather Lamborn who will be teaching you how to make a rag rug on this day-long workshop. Each student will  have a pack…

Make a Needle Felt Animal

August 7, 2023 at 10:00 - 16:00

Enjoy a fun, relaxed  and informative day learning the art of needle felting with felt artist Pam Chilton. On the workshop you will make a 3D needle felt animal. All…

macrame plant holder

Make a Macrame Plant Holder

July 31, 2023 at 10:00 - 12:30

This Make a Macrame Plant Holder course is new for 2023 and gives you the perfect opportunity to learn a new skill and to display your house plants in style.…

art course

Watercolour Painting Workshop

June 22, 2023 at 10:00 - 16:00

Watercolours are a beautiful way to capture both the garden and the individual flowers at the height of summer.  We are delighted to welcome Jeremy Ford back for his third…

autumn wreath workshop

Make an Autumn Wreath

September 21, 2022 at 10:00 - 12:00

Local florist Kathrine Armstrong-Bisson is back to lead this workshop to make an autumn wreath, inspired by the materials that you can find all around you at this time of…

art course

Water Colour Painting

October 3, 2022 at 10:00 - 16:00

Water colour painting is a beautiful way to capture both the garden and the individual flowers in the autumn. After his sell-out workshops in 2021, we are delighted to welcome…

water colour painting course

Water Colour Painting

July 18, 2022 at 10:00 - 16:00

Water colours are a beautiful way to capture both the garden and the individual flowers at the height of summer. After his sell-out workshops in 2021, we are delighted to…

Make a willow trug

SOLD OUT Learn to Make a Willow Trug

June 19, 2023 at 10:00 - 16:00

On this full day workshop you will learn to make a willow trug, a beautiful item to use in your garden.  This is a beginners course, led by Leilah Vyner…

wire robin by Chris Moss

Make a Wire Robin – Afternoon

May 15, 2023 at 13:30 - 16:00

Back by popular demand! Chris Moss will be leading this half day sculpture course where you will learn how to make a small wire robin to take home. These sculptures…

Make a spring wreath

CANCELLED Make A Spring Wreath

May 4, 2022 at 10:00 - 12:00

Join local florist Kathrine Armstrong-Bisson to make a spring wreath inspired by the materials that you can find all around you at this time of year. Wreaths are a huge…

Photographs of some previous creative courses

Testimonials

"Lovely day out to learn how to make a wire hen or duck. CHRIS was a lovely teacher and the 6 hours flew by!  Lovely gardens and nursery well worth a visit, and lots of other workshops throughout the year! Great fun day out."