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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.

First and foremost, we must mention the School of Artisan Food. Located in a historic listed building in the grand Welbeck Estate, you can enjoy state-of-the-art facilities while being taught by an award-winning team of practitioners. Courses range from baking, brewing, butchery, cheesemaking, preserving, foraging, chocolate-making and much more.

Speaking of chocolate, 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.

Another homegrown local producer of enticing sustenance is 200 Degrees Coffee, who after 8 years in the business have now opened stores around the country. At their Barista School you can learn how to make a superb homebrew, perfect the craft of latte art and lots more.

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. You can also head to Weavers in the city centre; a family business that has been operating for over 170 years and hosts tastings in their fascinating Georgian townhouse.

If you like your interesting settings and enjoy hearing the history of certain drinks, head to Victorian music hall The Malt Cross for one of their Heritage Tastings, where you can choose from nights dedicated to beer, gin, rum or even prohibition era cocktails!

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 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.

Learn the exhilarating art of salsa dancing over at Revolucion De Cuba. Their Salsa Social events, which take place each Wednesday evening, are completely free and suitable for beginners. You can even party the night away until 2am should you really get in the swing of things.

Another fun option is Schuggies Ceilidhs, whose friendly, jovial evenings of traditional Irish and Scottish dancing often include a live band and easy to follow steps.

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 New Art Exchange and Nottingham Contemporary both hold family sessions at the weekend where you can get hands-on with different creative mediums.

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Model Making for Furniture Design

Model Making for Furniture Design

Nottingham

Monday 18th July 2022 - Friday 29th July 2022| 10 am - 4 pm | ttwo weeks Nottingham Trent University £990 earli-bird discount until 31 March, usual fee £1,100 On this course you'll discover how model making can allow you to explore the potential of…

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18 July 2022to29 July 2022Open 10:00 - 16:00
Photography and Heritage

Photography and Heritage

Nottingham

Monday 18th July - Friday 29th July 2022 |10 am - 4 pm | two weeks Nottingham Trent University Tickets: £1100 Nottingham is a vibrant city with a rich heritage; Robin Hood, Sherwood Forest, Nottingham Castle all make this the ideal place to learn…

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18 July 2022to29 July 2022Open 10:00 - 16:00
Fashion Styling for 15 - 17 Year Olds - Short Course at NTU

Fashion Styling for 15 - 17 Year Olds - Short Course at NTU

Nottingham

If you're a regular reader of fashion titles like Vogue, i-D, Elle, Grazia, or a follower of influential fashion bloggers and influencers on social media, this course will allow you to explore the paths to take you forward into this exciting…

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From:

25 July 2022to29 July 2022Open 10:00 - 16:00
Stained Glass Workshop at Hanwell Wine Estate

Stained Glass Workshop at Hanwell Wine Estate

Spend a day creating your own stain glass creation using the Tiffany method in the beautiful setting of Hanwell Wine Estate in Nottinghamshire.

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Hanwell Wine Estate - Vineyard Experiences, Nottinghamshire

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23 July 2022Open 10:00 - 15:45
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10 Sep 2022Open 10:00 - 15:45
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2 Oct 2022Open 10:00 - 15:30
Two Day Air Dry Clay Workshop

Two Day Air Dry Clay Workshop

Lace Market, Nottingham

Enjoy this brand new Air Dry Clay craft hosted over two creative workshops.

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24 July 2022Open 14:30 - 16:30
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30 July 2022Open 10:00 - 12:00
Drawing, Design and Creative Thinking for 15 - 17 Year Olds

Drawing, Design and Creative Thinking for 15 - 17 Year Olds

Burton Street

Monday 1st August 2022 - Friday 5th August 2022 | 10am- 4pm (one week course) Nottingham Trent University £475

Are you convinced you can't draw? Do you struggle to come up with unique ideas? Fear of failure is a large part of why…

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1 Aug 2022to5 Aug 2022Open 10:00 - 16:00
Art Portfolio for 15 - 17 Year Olds - Short Course at NTU

Art Portfolio for 15 - 17 Year Olds - Short Course at NTU

Nottingham

This is a very practical course which gives you the opportunity to experiment with both 2D and 3D art techniques.

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25 July 2022to29 July 2022Open 10:00 - 16:00

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1 Aug 2022to5 Aug 2022Open 10:00 - 16:00

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8 Aug 2022to12 Aug 2022
Leatherwork for Beginners

Leatherwork for Beginners

Nottingham

15 - 19 August 2022
Monday to Friday 10 am - 4 pm, one week
Nottingham Trent University
£595
This practical course will introduce you to the process of traditional, hand-crafted leatherworking and how to make belts, pouches and other accessories…

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15 Aug 2022to19 Aug 2022Open 10:00 - 16:00
Fabularium Summer School

Fabularium Summer School

Nottingham

Join Lakeside Arts for a PLAY IN A WEEK as they create Lakeside's first outdoor show made for children by children, all within one action-packed week!

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Lakeside Arts, Beeston

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29 Aug 2022to2 Sep 2022Open 10:00 - 16:00
Glass Plaque or Bowl Workshop

Glass Plaque or Bowl Workshop

Hickling Pastures, Melton Mowbray

Join Hanwell Wine Estate for a creative session designing and personalising your own glass plaque or bowl. The plaque can be hung or placed in a stand to adore your window. Or your bowl will take centre stage on your table.

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Hanwell Wine Estate - Vineyard Experiences, Nottinghamshire

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16 July 2022Open 13:45 - 16:45
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6 Aug 2022Open 13:30 - 16:30
Clasp Purse Making

Clasp Purse Making

Ruddington, Nottingham

Try a new skill or make time for one you already LOVE!

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16 July 2022Open 10:00 - 12:00
Daniel Steegmann Mangrané - Virtual Exhibition at Nottingham Contemporary

Daniel Steegmann Mangrané - Virtual Exhibition at Nottingham Contemporary

Through a new immersive installation, architectural interventions, a 16mm film and a virtual reality work, the Rio-based Catalan artist looks at how diverse mediums and technologies can represent aspects of the Mata Atlântica.

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Nottingham Contemporary, Nottingham

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7 Apr 2020to1 Oct 2022
Interior Design for Beginners - NTU Short Course

Interior Design for Beginners - NTU Short Course

Burton Street, Nottingham

This summer course is ideal if you are looking to build a portfolio of design work or considering interior design as a future career, or simply interested in re-designing your own home. It will give you an insight into the world of interior design…

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25 July 2022to29 July 2022Open 10:00 - 16:00
Nottingham Green Festival

Nottingham Green Festival

Waverley Street, Nottingham

The 29th Nottingham Green Festival is due to be held on Sunday 11th September 2022 at the Arboretum.. Have some fun with the family and help to make give the planet a safer future.

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Nottingham Arboretum, Nottingham

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11 Sep 2022Open 12:00 - 18:00
Domestic Machine Knitting for Beginners - Short Course at NTU

Domestic Machine Knitting for Beginners - Short Course at NTU

Nottingham

This course offers intensive instruction on domestic knitting machines. It will focus on producing work with a contemporary perspective. It’ll introduce you to thinking creatively about using a machine at home or at work, and how to exploit the…

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7 July 2022to8 July 2022Open 10:00 - 16:00
Heritage Open Days - Green's Windmill and Science Centre

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Heritage Open Days - Green's Windmill and Science Centre

Nottingham

Join Green's Windmill for a special exhibition to celebrate Heritage Open Days. Learn more about famous mathematician George Green, view photos of the Mill's restoration and read the many press cuttings.

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Green's Windmill, Nottingham

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From:

9 Sep 2022to11 Sep 2022Open 10:00 - 16:00

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14 Sep 2022to18 Sep 2022Open 10:00 - 16:00

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318 reviews
Graphic Design Portfolio for 15 - 17 Year Olds - Short Course at NTU

Graphic Design Portfolio for 15 - 17 Year Olds - Short Course at NTU

Nottingham

This course will provide you with a grounding in graphic design and is ideal if you wish to dip your toes in creative waters.

Dates

From:

25 July 2022to29 July 2022Open 10:00 - 16:00
Soundscape Summer School

Soundscape Summer School

Nottingham

On two days filled with fun, you will have the chance to create soundscapes from nature, help them produce new recordings and set challenges they can share on their listening posts for others to use over the summer.

Venue

Lakeside Arts, Beeston

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From:

28 July 2022to29 July 2022Open 10:00 - 16:00
Acrylic Landscape Painting Workshop at Hanwell Wine Estate

Acrylic Landscape Painting Workshop at Hanwell Wine Estate

Hickling Pastures, Nottinghamshire

Guided by expert tutor and artist Laura, she will demonstrate methods of using acrylic paints to build-up layers to create vibrant work.

Venue

Hanwell Wine Estate - Vineyard Experiences, Nottinghamshire

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From:
24 July 2022Open 10:00 - 15:30
From:
14 Oct 2022Open 10:00 - 15:30
Tutu Making for Costume - NTU Short Course

Tutu Making for Costume - NTU Short Course

Nottingham

This course at Nottingham Trent University will teach you how to make a professional tutu base and bodice for classical ballet dancers or ballet students.

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From:

25 July 2022to29 July 2022

From:

8 Aug 2022to12 Aug 2022

From:
19 Aug 2022

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