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With two great universities and an abundance of independent businesses providing creative courses, Nottinghamshire is the ideal place to come and do a workshop or short course.

More and more people are swapping up holidays of relaxation and adventure for trips that expand their creativity and knowledge. So, if you’d prefer to return home with some fantastic new skills rather than souvenirs or a suntan, check out some of the excellent classes, workshops and short courses below. There’s a big variety, from learning the art of the perfect coffee, to dancing, drawing, or designing your own jewellery.

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Foodie Courses

If you’re a foodie, you’re in luck - you can learn just about anything in Nottinghamshire thanks to the wealth of specialist independent food businesses around the county.

In the hustle and bustle of the city, over at Sneinton Market you can get delectable dairy-free bars of artisan confectionary at Luisa’s Vegan Chocolates. This independent one-woman show whips up bean-to-bar delights, whilst also providing special tasting events where you can learn about the history and process of chocolate making whilst enjoying a glass of fizz and divine chocolatey treats.

Boozy Courses

Perhaps you want to impress your friends with an exquisitely prepared cocktail, learn the intricacies of your favourite tipple, or simply have a merry night out with mates. In any case, there’s a host of tastings, classes and experiences around Nottinghamshire to wet your whistle.

Wine lovers should check out the Vineyard Experiences at Hanwell Wine Estate, where you can tour the vineyard and taste the English sparkling wines made on the estate.

Gin lovers can see the process of distilling first hand by booking a tasting at Sneinton Market’s Redsmith Distillery, home to the award-winning Redsmith London Dry Gin as well as other fabulous gin creations. If whisky is more your tipple, Gauntleys Fine Wine, Whisky and Cigar Merchants hold tasting events throughout the year.

Arts & Crafts

Nottingham has a buzzing creative scene, reflected in some of the independent businesses that hold creative events and workshops.

Debbie Bryan in The Lace Market and Ruddington Village is always a delightful place to visit, and along with being an award-winning shop, this in-house design studio, creative space and award winning tea room hosts crafternoons, workshops and other events throughout the year. Learn crafts including wirework, textiles, lino printing and lots more while enjoying tea, cake and beautifully inspiring surroundings.

For anyone interested in making their own jewellery, there is no better destination than The Bead Shop. Along with sessions dedicated to silver smithing and beaded jewellery, they often host classes on crafts such as macramé or coaster making, and you can also book children’s parties, hen parties and team-building workshops tailored to suit your needs.

There are even more creative workshops available at the Hanwell Wine Estate, where their Rural Antics courses cover a diverse range of crafts including book-binding, stained glass, oil painting, illustration and embroidery, all taught in a beautiful countryside setting.

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Not only is it much easier to get into exercise when you have a regular class to attend, they are also a great place to socialise, have fun, and up your ability. One of our favourite options is Schuggies Ceilidhs, whose friendly, jovial evenings of traditional Irish and Scottish dancing often include a live band and easy to follow steps.

If you've always wanted to dabble in watersports look no further than Holme Pierrepont Country Park, Home of the National Water Sports Centre. They offer a range of courses, classes, memberships and events for you to learn the likes of British Canoeing, Safety and Rescue Courses and Paddlesport.

The National Ice Centre offers courses throughout the year including normal Skating Lessons and their popular Intensive Skating Courses which fits their six-week skating course into just three days. Skate hire is included in the price of the lessons, so you can learn at the home of Olympic Ice-Skating legends Torvill & Dean! Their courses are designed for people of all ages. They also have Ice Hockey lessons, Ice Clubs and Speed Skating lessons available on their website.

Nottingham Trent University Short Courses

Each summer, Nottingham Trent University provide a range of professional short courses to help you expand your skills, create a portfolio, or get the wheels rolling for a career change. Named University of the Year 2019 in the Guardian University Awards, you are ensured top quality teaching and a vast range of courses, including fashion design, architecture, photography or creative fiction writing.

Children’s Courses

Kids love learning new things outside of school, so whether you are wanting to get them into a new hobby or just looking for a way to keep them entertained, it's worth checking out some of the courses and classes available.

Get curious about science and creativity at Green’s Windmill and Science Centre. During school holidays they hold a variety of children’s workshops, which include topics from baking to science.

If your child is more of an arty type, Nottingham galleries or workshops at New Art Exchange, Lakeside Arts and Nottingham Contemporary all hold sessions for children or families at the weekend and school holidays where you can get hands-on with different creative mediums.

The National Justice Museum host a series of Make It Yours workshops for children. Their creative sessions are free and open to all. Join them to make and create together and contribute to the growing museum! The sessions will be led by artists, makers, and writers, all influenced by this unique museum.

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Paint a highland cow at The Hutt, Ravenshead

Paint a highland cow at The Hutt, Ravenshead

Ravenshead, Nottingham

Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting at Ravenshead's The Hutt! We'll be painting the ever-popular highland cow for our first event at The Hutt.

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The Paint Club, Nottingham

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13 Oct 2025Open 19:00 - 21:00
Ebnflōh Dance Company Workshop with Spicey and MC Jai Nitai Lotus (for ages 18 and over)

Ebnflōh Dance Company Workshop with Spicey and MC Jai Nitai Lotus (for ages 18 and over)

Nottingham

Sunday 19th October 2025 | 10am - 11:15am Nottingham College - City Hub £3
Join Montreal choreographer and major figure in Hip-Hop dance Alexandra "Spicey" Landé accompanied by MC Jai Nitai Lotus for this unique opportunity to get an insight…

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19 Oct 2025Open 10:00 - 11:15
Hofesh Shechter Company Workshop (for ages 18 and over)

Hofesh Shechter Company Workshop (for ages 18 and over)

Nottingham

Led by Hofesh Shechter Company, the workshop is an opportunity to explore the Company's distinctive movement style.

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19 Oct 2025Open 14:00 - 15:15
Family Clay Workshop

Family Clay Workshop

University Park, Nottingham

Together, we'll explore the beautiful patterns found in nature, spirals in seashells, the symmetry of leaves, the textures of bark, and use them to inspire our own clay creations.

Venue

Lakeside Arts, Beeston

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16 Nov 2025Open 12:30 - 13:30
Daily Nottingham City Walking Tour

Daily Nottingham City Walking Tour

Nottingham

Daily Tours of Nottingham I Duration: 1.5 hours Outside Nottingham Council House in Old Market Square Tickets: £12 P/person Join your local Nottingham guide on a 1.5 hour Nottingham City Walking Tour at 10:30am every day. Our tour is all about…

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11 July 2024to21 Dec 2025Open 09:00 - 17:00
COLLAGE STILL LIFE WORKSHOP With Rosny Hayward

COLLAGE STILL LIFE WORKSHOP With Rosny Hayward

University Park, Nottingham

In this session, you will use a range of drawing activities to explore a still life scene, focusing on shape, form and colour. Create your own collage papers by painting, colour mixing and adding texture and pattern. These unique materials will then…

Venue

Lakeside Arts, Beeston

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18 Oct 2025Open 10:30 - 15:30
Robin Hood Town Tour & Lunch at England's Oldest Inn

Robin Hood Town Tour & Lunch at England's Oldest Inn

Nottingham

Explore Nottingham’s rich history and spectacular sites on the Robin Hood Town Tour before heading to Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem, which is built into the cliff on which Nottingham Castle stands. Enjoy a hearty pub lunch and pint of ale in the Trip’s…

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1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
Debbie Bryan Crafternoons - Unique Experiences

Debbie Bryan Crafternoons - Unique Experiences

Nottingham

Number one for shopping in Nottingham, Debbie Bryan are an award winning, independent creative gallery based on St. Peter's gate in Nottingham City Centre and in Ruddington village. With an in-house design studio, creative space and award winning…

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1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2025
Sensory Play Workshop

Sensory Play Workshop

University Park, Nottingham

Step into a world of snowy wonder as families come together to imagine, move, and make!

Venue

Lakeside Arts, Beeston

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23 Nov 2025Open 12:30 - 13:30
Curious About Newark

Curious About Newark

Victoria Street, Newark

25% off - use code VISITNOTTS25 - Have fun discovering Newark on Trent with two quirky, heritage walks with an optional treasure hunt.

Venue

Governor's House, Newark

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1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2025
Ebnflōh Dance Company Workshop with Spicey & MC Jai Nitai Lotus (ages 13 to 17)

Ebnflōh Dance Company Workshop with Spicey & MC Jai Nitai Lotus (ages 13 to 17)

Nottingham

Sunday 19th October 2025 | 2pm - 3:15pm Nottingham College - City Arts £3
Join Montreal choreographer and major figure in Hip-Hop dance Alexandra "Spicey" Landé accompanied by MC Jai Nitai Lotus for this unique opportunity to get an insight…

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19 Oct 2025Open 14:00 - 15:15
LINOCUT PRINTMAKING With Elaine Winter

LINOCUT PRINTMAKING With Elaine Winter

University Park, Nottingham

Learn how to design, carve and print your own linocut, all without a press.

Venue

Lakeside Arts, Beeston

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22 Nov 2025Open 10:30 - 15:30
Curious About Nottingham

Curious About Nottingham

Carrington Street, Nottingham

25% discount VISITNOTTS25 - Have fun discovering the charming Nottinghamshire town of Southwell with two quirky, heritage walks with an optional treasure hunt.

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1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2025
Painting party in West Bridgford: Portello Lounge:

Painting party in West Bridgford: Portello Lounge:

West Bridgford, Nottingham

Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting at West Bridgford's Portello lounge!

Venue

The Paint Club, Nottingham

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24 Sep 2025Open 19:00 - 21:00
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22 Oct 2025Open 19:00 - 21:00
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26 Nov 2025Open 19:00 - 21:00
My Life in Light: Photography Exhibition

My Life in Light: Photography Exhibition

Nottingham

A brand new exhibition from Tracey Whitefoot, one of Nottingham’s most renowned and successful local photographers, at Nottingham Central Library.

Venue

Lakeside Arts, Beeston

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24 May 2025to30 Nov 2025
CURVES IN NATURE PRINTMAKING With Ruth Lewis-Jones

CURVES IN NATURE PRINTMAKING With Ruth Lewis-Jones

University Park, Nottingham

Create monoprints using a range of techniques to capture the natural curves of rivers, hills, clouds and creatures.

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28 Oct 2025Open 10:30 - 12:30
Hofesh Shechter Company Workshop (for ages 13 to 17)

Hofesh Shechter Company Workshop (for ages 13 to 17)

Nottingham

Sunday 19th October 2025 | 10am - 11:15am Nottingham College - City Hub £3
Led by Hofesh Shechter Company, the workshop is an opportunity to explore the Company's distinctive movement style.
The workshop will include a full warm up and use…

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19 Oct 2025Open 10:00 - 11:15
Brush Painting with Feng-Ru Lee

Brush Painting with Feng-Ru Lee

University Park, Nottingham

Join Feng-Ru Lee to explore one of the classic Chinese scholars' favourite subjects: withered tree, bamboo and rock.

Venue

Lakeside Arts, Beeston

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24 Sep 2025to15 Oct 2025
Early Years Sensory Workshops: We are Wonderlings!

Early Years Sensory Workshops: We are Wonderlings!

nottingham

Monday 6 October 2025 | 10:00am-11:00am Birth - 12 months 11:30am-12:30pm 1 - 2 years 1:30pm- 2:30pm 3 - 4 years The Space, Nottingham Contemporary Free, but…

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6 Oct 2025Various Opening Times
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10 Nov 2025Various Opening Times
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15 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
Hard Hat Tour of St Mary Magdalene

Hard Hat Tour of St Mary Magdalene

Newark-on-Trent

Join us for a tour of the building, and see St Mary's up close, as you have never seen it before. Enjoy a fascinating tour, and follow along with the progress on this amazing project.

Venue

St Mary Magdalene Parish Church Newark, Newark

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26 Sep 2025Open 11:00 - 12:00
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24 Oct 2025Open 11:00 - 12:00
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28 Nov 2025Open 11:00 - 12:00

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