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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.

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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Sonic Explorers with Tatenda Chitsamba

Sonic Explorers with Tatenda Chitsamba

University of Nottingham, Nottingham

Join early years’ musician Tatenda for a joyful, sensory music-making experience.

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Lakeside Arts, Beeston

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7 Apr 2026
Vineyard Tour And Tastings

Vineyard Tour And Tastings

Stanton-on-the-Wolds, Keyworth

Every Saturday - From Saturday 2 May - 24 October 2026| 11am & 2pm I Please note that some weekends in May and in October may be unavailable Wolds Wine Estate, Thurlby lane, Stanton-on-the-Wolds, Keyworth, Nottingham £25
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Sweet Treats for Mother's Day

Sweet Treats for Mother's Day

Sneinton, Nottingham

Bring the kids to bake some special gifts for Mother's Day in our baking workshop, using Green's secret fruity cup cake recipe!

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Green's Windmill, Nottingham

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15 Mar 2026Open 11:00 - 13:00
Free Spring Lantern Workshop – February Half Term

Free Spring Lantern Workshop – February Half Term

Newark

Looking for something fun and creative to do this February half term? Families, children and adults are invited to take part in a free spring lantern-making workshop ahead of Newark's Garden of Light event.

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20 Feb 2026Open 10:00 - 15:00
Children's Bread Baking

Children's Bread Baking

Sneinton, Nottingham

Bring the kids to bake their very own delicious bread in this fun bread baking workshop.

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Green's Windmill, Nottingham

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21 Feb 2026Open 10:15 - 14:30
Chinese Arts & Crafts for Families

Chinese Arts & Crafts for Families

Nottingham

Sunday 22 February 2026 | 12noon - 3pm Lakeside Arts Free, just drop in
Welcome the Year of the Horse with arts and crafts that the whole family can enjoy. A fabulous opportunity to try out different Chinese arts and crafts including paper…

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Lakeside Arts, Beeston

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22 Feb 2026Open 12:00 - 15:00
The Paint Club painting party at The Alchemist

The Paint Club painting party at The Alchemist

Nottingham

The Alchemist Monday 5 January, 2 February & 2 March 2026 | 7pm - 9pm Tickets: £33
Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting! One of their friendly artists will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to your very…

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Dr Jordan B. Peterson

Dr Jordan B. Peterson

Nottingham

Best-selling author, clinical psychologist, prominent public intellectual and Professor Emeritus at the University of Toronto - Dr. Jordan B. Peterson will be in Nottingham this March

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25 Mar 2026
Biscuit Baking at Green's Windmill

Biscuit Baking at Green's Windmill

Sneinton, Nottingham

Bake your own chocolate chip biscuits in this baking workshop with a variety of cookie cutters to choose from.

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Green's Windmill, Nottingham

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19 Feb 2026Open 10:15 - 14:30
The Paint Club painting party at The Unicorn Hotel

The Paint Club painting party at The Unicorn Hotel

Trentside, Gunthorpe

Unicorn Hotel Tuesday 10 February, 14 April, 9 June & 11 August 2026 | 7pm - 9pm Tickets: £33
Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting! One of their friendly artists will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to…

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The Ghost Mill of Arnold - A talk by Bob Massey

The Ghost Mill of Arnold - A talk by Bob Massey

Arnold, Nottingham

All are welcome to come and listen to Bob Massey's fascinating account of this most interesting area of Nottinghamshire.

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Arnold Local History Group, Nottingham

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17 Feb 2026Open 19:00 -
Make It Yours: February Workshops

Make It Yours: February Workshops

Nottingham

Friday's from 6 - 27 February 2026 | 10am-12pm National Justice Museum Free
You're invited to drop into our Creative Courtyard and make something inspired by the museum collection.
National Justice Museum's creative sessions are free and…

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National Justice Museum, Nottingham

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7 Feb 2026to28 Feb 2026Open 10:00 - 12:00
The Paint Club painting party at Portello Lounge

The Paint Club painting party at Portello Lounge

West Bridgford, Nottingham

Portello Lounge Wednesday 28 January & 25 February 2026 | 7pm - 9pm Tickets: £33
Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting! One of their friendly artists will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to your very own…

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Festival of Food & Drink 2026

Festival of Food & Drink 2026

Newark

Set within the beautiful grounds of Thoresby Hall, the Festival of Food & Drink will host over 160 stalls, with entertainment for the whole family.

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Thoresby Park, Nottinghamshire

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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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The Paint Club painting party at Bendigo Lounge

The Paint Club painting party at Bendigo Lounge

Beeston, Nottingham

Bendigo Lounge Tuesday 20 January & 17 February 2026 | 7pm - 9pm Tickets: £33
Join The Paint Club for a relaxed and creative evening of painting! One of their friendly artists will guide you step-by-step from a blank canvas to your very own…

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Chinese New Year: Fan Painting Workshop

Chinese New Year: Fan Painting Workshop

Nottingham

Paint a traditional fan in this Chinese arts and crafts workshop to help celebrate the arrival of the Zodiac Year of the Dragon 2024.

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Lakeside Arts, Beeston

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Mick Radnall Memories of Old Arnold an Illustrated Talk

Mick Radnall Memories of Old Arnold an Illustrated Talk

Arnold

All are welcome to attend and listen to his engaging accounts—or even contribute their own! It promises to be an interesting and enjoyable evening

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Arnold Local History Group, Nottingham

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Brush Painting (Workshop)

Brush Painting (Workshop)

Nottingham

Discover the ancient art of brush painting in a special workshop series celebrating the Year of the Horse. Learn to create powerful symbols like the noble horse (success) and graceful deer (harmony). Perfect for both new and returning students. Book…

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Lakeside Arts, Beeston

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