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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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Interactive Storytelling Workshop

Interactive Storytelling Workshop

University Park, Nottingham

Join us for an enchanting journey through traditional tales from around the world in this interactive workshop.

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Lakeside Arts, Beeston

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2 Nov 2025Open 12:30 - 13:30
Paint a Fox in a Forest at Cock & Hoop Pub with The Paint Club

Paint a Fox in a Forest at Cock & Hoop Pub with The Paint Club

Nottingham

The Paint Club hosts monthly painting workshops in pubs and bars throughout Nottinghamshire, led by talented local artists.

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The Paint Club, Nottingham

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13 Oct 2025Open 19:00 - 21:00
Vineyard Tour And Tastings

Vineyard Tour And Tastings

Stanton-on-the-Wolds, Keyworth

Every Saturday - From Saturday 3 May - 25 October 2025 | 11am & 2pm Wolds Wine Estate, Thurlby lane, Stanton-on-the-Wolds, Keyworth, Nottingham £25
Venture down for a 2025 tour of the Estate vineyard and orchard. You will be guided around the…

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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
The Sisterhood Collective

The Sisterhood Collective

Nottingham

Selected date from August to October 2025 Nottingham Central Library Free admission, booking required

Join The Sisterhood Collective as they present a program of monthly talks on different photography topics such as developing identity,…

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Nottingham Central Library, Nottinghamshire

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27 Sep 2025Open 10:30 - 12:00
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25 Oct 2025Open 10:30 - 12:00
Circus for Beginners Workshop

Circus for Beginners Workshop

University Park, Nottingham

Come along to a bespoke Circus Hub workshop where you'll learn acro-balance and ground based circus skills from leading circus professionals.

Venue

Lakeside Arts, Beeston

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30 Oct 2025Open 14:00 - 15:00
FOREST: Exhibition

FOREST: Exhibition

Nottingham

FOREST is an exhibition that delves into the myth and magic of arboreal art, exploring how this timeless and powerful totem can shape artistic thought and creative practices.

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Nottingham Castle, Nottingham

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24 May 2025to5 Oct 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00
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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15 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
Painting party at The Alchemist

Painting party at The Alchemist

Nottingham

Everything You Need to Paint a Masterpiece

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6 Oct 2025Open 19:00 - 21:00
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3 Nov 2025Open 19:00 - 21:00
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2 Dec 2025Open 19:00 - 21:00
Free Teacher CPD Session

Free Teacher CPD Session

nottingham

Thursday 2nd October | 2025 | 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Nottingham Contemporary
Free (booking in advance required)
Join us for an art-making and practice-sharing educator session led by our Associate Artist Sian Watson.
This session will…

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Nottingham Contemporary, Nottingham

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2 Oct 2025Open 16:30 - 18:30
SCULPTURES IN CLAY With Rosny Hayward

SCULPTURES IN CLAY With Rosny Hayward

University Park, Nottingham

Explore the forms and textures on display in our Kate MccGuire exhibition.

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23 Oct 2025Open 10:30 - 12:30
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…

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Lakeside Arts, Beeston

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18 Oct 2025Open 10:30 - 15:30
Volunteer Open Day at The Workhouse

Volunteer Open Day at The Workhouse

Southwell

Tuesday 6 June 2023 National Trust Workhouse at Southwell Booking Essential The Workhouse and Infirmary are seeking more volunteers to join their team at The Workhouse. You are invited to come for FREE and learn more about the place, explore…

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Southwell Workhouse and Infirmary, Southwell

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6 June 2026
Paint Sailing Sunset Landscape at Pitcher & Piano with The Paint Club

Paint Sailing Sunset Landscape at Pitcher & Piano with The Paint Club

Nottingham

The Paint Club hosts monthly painting workshops in pubs and bars throughout Nottinghamshire, led by talented local artists.

Venue

The Paint Club, Nottingham

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17 Sep 2025Open 19:00 - 21:00
GALLERY ART GROUP Led by Jane Stockley & Elaine Winter

GALLERY ART GROUP Led by Jane Stockley & Elaine Winter

University Park, Nottingham

Take inspiration from our current exhibitions and explore materials, develop art skills and techniques in a dedicated art space, whilst creating your own artworks.

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Lakeside Arts, Beeston

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13 Sep 2025to6 Dec 2025Open 10:30 - 12:30
ABSTRACTING SHAPES IN ACRYLIC

ABSTRACTING SHAPES IN ACRYLIC

Nottingham

Discover the power of simplification and bold expression in Abstracting Shapes in Acrylic, a creative painting course designed to help you move beyond realism and into the world of abstraction.

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8 Sep 2025to13 Oct 2025Open 16:30 - 19:30
Early Years Sensory Workshops: We are Wonderlings

Early Years Sensory Workshops: We are Wonderlings

nottingham

Join an experienced Play & Learn Facilitators and book your FREE place on our 'We are Wonderlings' workshops.

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2 June 2025to15 Sep 2025Open 10:00 - 14:30
MUSEUM EXPLORERS

MUSEUM EXPLORERS

University Park, Nottingham

Join us as we explore the Viking Age by looking at the longboats that they built and travelled across the sea on their many voyages.

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18 Oct 2025Open 12:00 - 15:30
LUSTRE Beautiful things for you and your home

LUSTRE Beautiful things for you and your home

University Park, Nottingham

Discover over 50 of the UK's top designer-makers and craft artists, carefully selected to showcase the very best in covetable, collectable craft – from jewellery, textiles and ceramics to glass, leather, wood and more.

Venue

Lakeside Arts, Beeston

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7 Nov 2025to9 Nov 2025Various Opening Times
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

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