Spring into Creativity this Easter!
The Easter holidays are upon us, and we’re excited to offer a fantastic lineup of creative workshops for you! From colourful crafts to fun, imaginative sessions, there’s something special for every young artist to discover.
Come join the fun and let your creativity shine, whether you’re painting, crafting, or trying out new techniques. With the expert guidance of our Arty Farty SmARTys, these workshops are designed to inspire and add a burst of colour to your holiday break.
We can’t wait to see you!
Family Crafternoons
Saturdays, 2pm to 4pm
4th April 2026
11th April 2026
18th April 2026
All ages welcome, £12 per person
Back by popular demand! Bring the whole family to be creative for an afternoon together. Get messy, have fun and make stuff. Find out more & book here.
Sketchbook Day
Tuesday 7th April, 11am to 3pm
Suitable for children aged 8+
£49 per person
Sketchbooks are a great way to explore your unique style in a relaxed, safe space. We’ll provide all the materials, including your own sketchbook (or feel free to bring your own), along with creative ideas and a variety of materials to inspire your pages. Find out more & book here.
Doodlebug Craft Day
Wednesday 8th April, 11am to 3pm
Suitable for children agreed 6+
£49 per person
This one-day Spring workshop is perfect for our younger artists, or as we call them – Doodlebugs! Kids will explore painting, sculpture, drawing, and papercrafts while learning to observe and translate the world around them into unique creations. With guided projects, they’ll gain confidence in using different materials and discover how art can capture details
and tell stories. Find out more & book here.
Drawing Day
Thursday 9th April, 11am to 3pm
Suitable for children agreed 8+
£49 per person
Drawing seems like a serious endeavour in the art world, but it doesn’t have to be! Drawing is fun and experimental, and we aim to free up your drawing techniques with lots of different materials and a variety of techniques. Find out more & book here.
Totoro Workshop
Friday 10th April, 11am to 3pm
Suitable for children agreed 8+
£49 per person
Step into the magical world of Totoro in this immersive art day! Kids will explore nature, imagination, and friendship through drawing, painting, and mixed media. They’ll learn how to create mood, design characters, and build their own magical worlds. This workshop encourages creativity and storytelling, leaving each child with a collection of inspired artworks and a stronger belief in their imagination. Find out more & book here.
Design Your Own Pokémon Cards Workshop
Monday 13th April, 11am to 3pm
Suitable for children agreed 8+
£49 per person
Join us for a full-day workshop where young artists will design their own Pokémon cards! They’ll explore character design, drawing techniques, and colour theory, creating unique creatures with special powers, habitats, and personalities. By the end, each child will have their own set of original, professionally presented cards and a boost in creative confidence. Find out more info & book here.
Spring Watercolour Painting
Tuesday 14th April, 11am to 3pm
Suitable for children aged 8+
£49 per person
Relax with a whole day of painting, creating some beautiful Spring like scenes. We’ll be making 3 or 4 different designs, learning fun watercolour techniques. Some of these designs we’ll be able to turn into cards if you wish! Find out more & book here.
Comic Book Making
Wednesday 15th April, 11am to 3pm
Suitable for children aged 8+
£49 per person
Create your own heroes and villains, put together a storyline and learn how to lay it out like a comic book. You’ll even be making your own zine for the comic book base! Find out more & book here.
Relax and Create
Thursday 16th April, 1pm to 3pm
Suitable for children aged 8+
£30 per person
Perfect workshop for stressed Children! It’s time for you all to take a break and relax during this holiday. An afternoon of creating therapeutically, learning how to express yourself with lots of different mediums!
Find out more & book here.
Dino Art Day
Friday 17th April, 11am to 3pm
Suitable for children aged 7+
£49 per person
Roar into a day of prehistoric creativity in this exciting dinosaur-themed art adventure! Young artists will explore the fascinating world of dinosaurs through drawing, painting, sculpture, and imaginative crafts, bringing these ancient giants back to life in their own unique way.
Find out more & book here.
For our longer days, please bring lunch with you to enjoy in the studio or you can take a walk down the High Street where there are a couple of cafes to choose from if you’re old enough to go on your own.
Please see more information on the people behind Arty Farty Retreat, our safeguarding policy and our refund policy.
If you feel your child would benefit from one of our workshops but can’t afford it, please contact us. We have a pay it forward scheme and would hate for anyone to miss out on the benefit of creativity because of financial issues. Equally if you are able to pay it forward for someone else to benefit from our workshops, please get in touch.