Arts and Crafts

Each year, The Bishop’s Palace hosts a range of arts & crafts workshops. These are generally courses of a duration of 4 weeks or more, allowing time for skills to be learnt and progress to be made! 

Please see below details of our current and forthcoming courses:

Make the Most of Your Camera

Make the Most of Your Camera
15th - 22nd September

A 2-day introduction to photography and a great chance to get to know your camera.

Soap Making Workshop

Soap Making Workshop
21st September - 24th October

If you have ever wondered how natural soap is made, then this introductory workshop is for you!

Botanical Watercolours

Botanical Watercolours
23rd September - 21st October

Come and create your very own watercolour piece inspired by the Palace Gardens and by the beautiful botanical designs of William Morris.

Explore Ceramics

Explore Ceramics
27th September - 18th October

A fun, creative course to get you working with clay!

Stone Carving Weekend

Stone Carving Weekend
5th - 6th October

Create your own sculpture out of stone during this two day workshop.

Willow Sculpture Day

Willow Sculpture Day
12th October

A great introduction to designing and making your own willow sculptures.

Traditional Basket Making

Traditional Basket Making
22nd - 23rd October

An introduction to traditional English willow basketry.

Lino Print Your Christmas Cards

Lino Print Your Christmas Cards
8th November

Join us for a festive day creating your very own lino cut Christmas cards and wrapping paper.