4 - 12 October 2025
Workshops & Demos
Do you like rolling up your sleeves and having a go? Ever wondered if you might enjoy a certain art or craft? We have lots of workshops for you to explore your creativity or improve a skill you enjoy – all with our friendly and supportive artists.
Image: Kathy Hutton
Read on to discover the workshops and events running during the Trail. Although many are aimed at adults, child friendly options may be available.
Workshops & Demos In-Person
Please contact the artist/venue directly to book.
Dominic Warwood-Smith Ceramics
Venue
32
Workshops/Demos:
Have a go on a Potter’s Wheel!
I’ll help you make a small vessel on the Potter’s Wheel out of 1Lb of clay (approx. 500g). ‘Pay What You Want’ system to cover material cost. £30 each piece to be fired & kept.
Dates & Times:
Both weekends’ 12pm to 4pm. Approx. 30 min sessions.
Booking:
Booking not required – first come first serve at the studio with your name on a form.
Kathy Hutton Prints
Venue
43
Workshops/Demos:
Botanical Printing without a press
A fun sociable morning printing with local flowers and leaves; incredible results every time.
Dates & Times:
Monday 6th October 10.30 - 12.30
Booking:
You can book via my website https://kathyhutton.com/
Kerstie's Curiosities
Venue
38
Workshops/Demos:
Creative Chill Session
A couple of hours to relax with chill music, creative materials and space to refine your skills or draw for fun. Limited space for 5 individuals.
Dates & Times:
Friday - 10am - 12pm
Booking:
Email me at kerstiescuriosities@gmail.com
Lisa Metcalfe
Venue
1
Workshops/Demos:
Drawing Animal Portraits
Children will be taught how to skilfully explore proportion and how to closely observe features on various animal portraits. Plus mark making and tone techniques. Ages 8-14
Dates & Times:
2pm-3.30pm
Booking:
Mary Quarmby
Venue
37
Workshops/Demos:
Star Struck -£20. Per person per morning or afternoon session
Foiled star .Learn to cut glass and use copper foil and soldering to assemble
Dates & Times:
Everyday except Tuesday
Morning 11am-1pm
Afternoon 2pm-4pm
Booking:
email maryquarmby@gmail.com
Text a message to 07919961795
Nicola Davis Crafts
Venue
17
Workshops/Demos:
Silk painting workshops for all ages and abilities
Dates & Times:
Dates & Times at www.nicoladaviscrafts.co.uk
Booking:
Book at www.nicoladaviscrafts.co.uk
Wiltshire Ceramic Studio
Venue
40
Workshops/Demos:
Pinch Pot Pumpkins
Come learn a foundational pottery skill, and create a lovely seasonal sculpture!
Dates & Times:
TBA