Workshop – Embroidery for Beginners

A great introduction into embroidery with our resident seamstress at the Ancient High House. You will learn a variety of basic embroidery stitches on to an Aida bookmark to create a unique and useful stitch sampler. This is suitable for beginners, with no or little experience, or those with experience wanting to refresh their memory or learn different stitches. It is great for someone wanting to socialise as well as learn a variety of techniques.

There is also the opportunity for previous workshop attendees to add to their bookmark stitch samplers. All materials, professional guidance and refreshments will be provided.

All payments must me made upon booking. Please note: no refunds can be given for a cancellation within 7 days of the workshop.

Please book your space soon as spaces are limited.

Adults only.

Book your place by calling on 01785 619131 or visit us at the Ancient High House. Pre-booking is essential due to limited spaces.

Workshop – Easter Craft and Trail

Come along to our Easter Craft and Trail this Easter weekend and see some of the trees and flowers starting to blossom.

All Children welcome! Come along and drop in to our Stafford Castle Workshop to make a fun Easter themed craft. Included is a woodland trail and quiz giving you a chance to win prizes!

Drop in anytime between 11.00am and 3.15pm, no booking required.

Workshop – Throw Knitting

Under the guidance of our knitting expert you will learn the skills necessary to create a stunning mini throw for Spring.

Completed over two sessions, this workshop includes pattern, yarn, knitting needles, cloth workbag and refreshments. These workshops are ideal for beginners or intermediates as full instruction will be given.

Choose three from the range of colours offered. (Colours must be specified upon booking and cannot be changed later).

Dates:

Saturday 8th February 11.00am to 2.00pm

Saturday 1st March 11.00am to 2.00pm

All payments must be made upon booking. Please note: no refunds can be given for a cancellation within 7 days of the workshop, but materials can be collected by arrangement.

Book your place by calling on 01785 619131 or visit us at the Ancient High House. Pre-booking is essential due to limited spaces.

Workshop – Embroidery Catch-up and Coffee

Beat the winter blues with our new catch-up sessions for embroidery, chatting and keeping warm with hot drinks. Bring along any unfinished embroidery projects that you are working on, or bring something new that you would like to start. Guidance and refreshments will be provided; however, attendees will need to bring their own materials and equipment (no electrical items, hand sewing only please).

Dates:

Saturday 25th January 10.30am to 1.30pm – £5

Saturday 22nd February 10.30 am to 1.30pm – £5

Please book your space soon as spaces are limited and it is advised to wrap up warm.

Please note: no refunds can be given for a cancellation within 7 days of the workshop.

Adults only.

Book your place by calling on 01785 619131 or visit us at the Ancient High House. Pre-booking is essential due to limited spaces.

Workshop – Children’s Rag Wreath

Want to create your own Christmas rag-wreath? Come along to our Children’s Christmas Craft at Stafford Castle on Sunday the 22nd of December!

A children’s craft workshop held at Stafford Castle!

Sunday 22nd December – drop in slots available between 11am and 3.15pm.

Cost is £5 per child (any children must be accompanied by an adult).

Please book by calling the Ancient High House on 01785 619131

Workshop – Halloween Craft and Trail

This fun Children’s Halloween Craft Workshop at Stafford Castle is the perfect treat to get ready for Halloween. Come along to get spooky and create your very own Halloween craft to take home. Why not also follow our spooky trail around the Castle site!

No pre-booking required. Drop in any time between 11.00am and 3.15pm.

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Workshop – Christmas Wreath

Workshop held at Stafford Castle in the Visitor Centre.

All materials supplied to decorate your very own moss ring with fresh greenery, ribbon, dried fruit, baubles or whatever you fancy. Inspiration photos are provided and staff are on hand for advice.

This is an ideal pre-Christmas social for adults only, with seasonal music. Your booking price includes a glass of prosecco (or no-secco), orange juice or a hot drink, along with a mince pie.

Pre-booking is required. Please book online through the Historic Stafford Website on this webpage.

Please note: no refunds can be given for a cancellation within 7 days of the workshop, but materials can be collected by arrangement.

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