This half term, we’ve got a fantastic line-up of creative workshops. From making magical fairy houses and colourful folk art paintings to Japanese bookbinding for kids, urban sketching adventure, and hands-on printmaking – there’s something for every imagination. Families can also enjoy our ever-popular Crafternoons, perfect for a bit of shared creativity.
We’re looking forward to seeing you very much!
Family Crafternoon
Saturday 24th May 2025, 2pm to 4pm
£12 per person, all ages welcome
Back by popular demand! Join our Arty Farty SmARTys for a fun-filled afternoon of painting, making, and creating together. Enjoy three different craft activities – perfect for all ages and a great way to spend quality time as a family. Find out more and book here.
Print Making
Saturday, 24th May 2025, 10am–12pm
£28 per person
Explore the magic of printmaking in a fun and relaxed setting – perfect for all ages and abilities!
From lino and stencil printing to gelli plates and found objects,
try a range of techniques and develop your own creative ideas. Find out more and Book here.
Japanese Bookbinding for Kids – Make Your Own Beautiful Book!
Tuesday, 27th May 2025, 11am – 3pm
Suitable for children aged 8 and up (younger children may need adult support), £49 per person
Join us for a fun, hands-on session where children will create their very own handmade book using the beautiful Japanese stab binding technique!
Find out more and book here.
Fairy House Making Workshop – Build a magical light-up home!
Wednesday 28th May2025, 11am to 3pm
Suitable for children aged 6 and up (younger children may need adult help)
£49 per person
Let your child’s imagination soar as they design and build their own magical light-up fairy house!
All materials provided – just bring a packed lunch and a sprinkle of fairy magic! Find out more and Book here.
Folk Art Fun – Paint Your Own Colourful Canvas!
Thursday 29th May 2025, 11am to 3pm
£49 per person, suitable for children aged 7 and up
Dive into bold patterns and bright colours in this hands-on folk art painting workshop!
Kids will create their own vibrant canvas inspired by traditional designs from around the world.
Find out more and book here.
Walk & Draw – Urban Meets Nature Art Adventure!
Friday 30th May 2025, 11am to 3pm
£49 per person, suitable for children aged 7 and up
Location: Starting and ending at the studio in Southborough
Get your sketchbooks ready for a creative outdoor adventure! Find out more and book here.
Family Crafternoon
Saturday, 31st May 2025, 2pm – 4pm
£12 per person, all ages welcome
Back by popular demand! Join our Arty Farty SmARTys for a fun-filled afternoon of painting, making, and creating together. Enjoy three different craft activities –perfect for all ages and a great way to spend quality time as a family. Find out more and book here.
Click here to book any of our workshops via eventbrite.
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