Workshops

This year we have partnered with local Cotswold creative studios, Vigour and Skills and Remnant Revolution, to run our interactive workshop spaces. Just like these excellent brands, we champion handmade craftsmanship and are delighted to welcome their passion and dedication to the Fair.

Our workshops are carefully curated to offer a glimpse into life as a maker, showcasing just how special their craft and skills are and the love and care that goes into each product.

Take a break from the hubbub of shopping for an hour and immerse yourself in a hands-on experience to make and take something home with you. Become part of the creative gifting story, either for yourself or a loved-one this Christmas.

Kindly note, the workshops are intimate in style and are limited to 10 per class, we advise booking early.

Already booked your tickets? You can still add workshops and demos to your booking. Go to the ticket page, select “I already have my ticket” at the top, then continue as if you were buying a ticket. Scroll down and you’ll see the workshop, demo or parking options available to add.

Christmas Sewing Workshop

Christmas Sewing Workshop

Remnant Revolution
10am & 12pm daily | One hour | £30 per person

Join the Remnant Revolution team for a relaxed hour of Christmas sewing, using designer remnant fabrics from Fermoie, Lewis & Wood, Ottoline, Parker & Jules and more. You’ll learn simple machine stitches to make your own festive decorations, from stockings to embroidered baubles, all with fabrics given a new life to enjoy year after year.

All materials are provided, and no experience is needed. Come alone or with a friend.

Deck the Doors - A Cotswold Christmas Wreath Workshop

Deck the Doors - A Cotswold Christmas Wreath Workshop

Blue and Boheme | Curated by Vigour and Skills
Wednesday - 11:00–12:00 | £50 per person

Join us for a hands-on workshop and learn how to create a beautiful wreath for your home. Suitable for all skill levels, each session has limited spaces so the florists can give everyone the best guidance.

Blue & Boheme will provide all the seasonal materials and equipment you need to make an eco-friendly festive wreath, plus plenty of luxury ribbons to match your décor. You’re also welcome to bring your own pieces to add to your design.

Handmade Clay Christmas Ornaments

Handmade Clay Christmas Ornaments

Etta Rain Ceramics | Curated by Vigour and Skills
Wednesday - 14:00–15:00 | £50 per person

In this guided pottery workshop, you’ll design and handcraft your own ceramic Christmas ornaments. Take inspiration from curated samples and photographs, sketch out your ideas, then shape several unique pieces using traditional hand-building techniques.

At the end, choose up to four favourites to be professionally fired and finished in Rachel’s studio. All materials, tools and firings and UK postage of your finished pieces are included.

Autumn & Winter Tablescaping with British Flowers & Foliage

Autumn & Winter Tablescaping with British Flowers & Foliage

Laura Paterson, Landgirl Flowers | Curated by Vigour and Skills
Thursday- 11:00–12:00 | £45 per person

Explore how autumn and winter botanicals can transform a table in this relaxed, hands-on session. Working with seasonal foliage, berries, seed heads and other natural elements, you’ll learn how to combine texture, colour and shape to create a small arrangement or a collection of bud vases.

Whether you’re planning for festive gatherings or simply want to bring the season indoors, you’ll leave with a beautiful display for your own table and the confidence to recreate the look at home.

Handprinted Christmas Cards

Handprinted Christmas Cards

Artist-printmaker Hannah Cantellow | Curated by Vigour and Skills
Thursday - 14:00–15:00 | £45 per person

Spend a relaxing hour getting into the festive spirit with some traditional printmaking. Choose from a selection of hand-carved blocks to create your own set of beautiful square, deckle edged Christmas cards, a personal, handmade touch. Perfect for sending a little Cotswold-inspired cheer this Christmas.

Leather Keyring Workshop

Leather Keyring Workshop

Melissa Marie | Curated by Vigour and Skills
Tuesday - 11:00–12:00 | £30 per person

Create your own beautiful leather loop keyring in this hands-on workshop. Choose your leather from 4 colour options, finish your keyring, then personalise it with your own initials using hand stamping techniques. A relaxed introduction to the craft of leatherwork, you’ll leave with a timeless, handcrafted piece made entirely by you.

Christmas Cracker Printing Workshop

Christmas Cracker Printing Workshop

The Indian Block Print Co Curated by Vigour and Skills
Tuesday - 14:00–15:00 | £40 per person

Create a set of hand-printed Christmas crackers using traditional Indian block printing. Includes printing 6 crackers and finishing them with ribbon, paper hats and Christmas jokes.

Please note, the workshop schedule is subject to alterations. Should amends be made to any booked sessions you will be contacted directly.