UPCOMING EVENTS
Christmas Workshops
Join one of our exciting workshops this Christmas and create something perfect for the festive season.
Christmas Modern Calligraphy Workshop
Join us for a relaxing morning Helen Wallace in a festive modern calligraphy workshop.
Christmas Block Printing: Festive Napkins & Cards | Sold out
Learn the age old process of block printing used for printing patterns onto paper or textiles this Christmas.
Crepe Paper Flower Workshop: Poinsettia
Get ready for Christmas with the beautiful forever lasting poinsettia, with local artist Helen Mole.
Little Crafters: Crafts for Pre-schoolers
Let your little ones get stuck into this fun and creative crafting session with Kirsty from Make, Do & Trend.
Willow Christmas Tree & Star Decoration Workshop | Sold out
Join Sarah Gardener in these exciting willow workshops where you can create beautiful Christmas Tree & Star Decoration.
Wreath Workshops| Sold Out
As we countdown the days till Christmas, we invite you to enjoy a day of festive cheer whilst learning to craft your own seasonal wreath.
Christmas Wooden House Ornament Making Workshop
Come and enjoy a friendly, fun and festive Christmas workshop hosted by Nikki Loy of The Wandering Gallery, as you create your own christmas wooden house ornaments.
Macramé Gonk Workshop
Learn how to make a cheeky chap or chapette with a Mini Macramé Gonk workshop
Felting Workshop: Penguins
Spend a winter's morning creating your very own unique needle-felted penguin, the perfect decoration for the festive season.
Cricut Workshop: Festive Bauble Tote Bag
Come make a gorgeous bauble-inspired tote bag to celebrate the season with a little modern crafting at Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens!
Floral Christmas Buttercream Cupcake Decorating
Get hands-on experience, allowing individuals to express their creativity and take home not only new skills but beautifully adorned cupcakes to share and enjoy this Christmas…
Acrylic Pouring
Be introduced to newly popular acrylic pouring this new year with introduction and full day workshops.
Introduction to Acrylic Pouring 22 September | 13 October & 15 December
Festive Winter Paper Cutting Workshop
Local artist Suzanne Snow is back for a festive winter-themed paper cutting workshop.
Little Nature Makers: Christmas Crafts
Let your little ones get stuck into this fun and creative crafting session this festive season
Festive Candle Making Workshops: Trio of Votive Candles
Join us for a festive session of candle-making and discover the joy of crafting your own unique Christmas scents.
Everlasting Floral Hoop Workshop
Create a beautiful everlasting dried floral embroidery hoop, to bring in the season
Children’s Christmas Stocking Decorating
Come and have a go at making this beautiful crepe paper leaf and berry Christmas wreath.
Photography for Beginners
Want to start a new hobby or learn more about photography and escape auto mode? Join our photography workshops for beginners.
Photography Workshop: Artistic Composition
Grab your traditional camera or camera phone and learn more about photography with Matt Goddard at Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens this winter
Sketchbook Making Workshop
Join our fun and friendly sketchbook/art journal-making workshop hosted by Nikki Loy.
Reusable Christmas Wreath Workshop
Come and have a go at making this beautiful crepe paper leaf and berry Christmas wreath.
Festive Watercolour Brush Lettering Workshop
Get into the festive spirit with a relaxed session creating your own Christmas crackers, greeting cards and gift tags with Helen Wallace.
Arm Knitting Blanket Workshop | Sold Out
Join us & learn the simple skill to create your very own throw/blanket using your arms as needles.
Candle Making Workshops | Sold out
Create your own fragrant candles with local chandler Ursula, at Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens.
Cupcake Decorating Workshops
Learn the art of creating buttercream decorating in a cupcake workshop with Zoe from Bouquet Bakes.
Autumn Wreath-Making Workshop
Join us for an Autumn wreath-making workshop with Jane of Forge Flowers.
The Fragrant Garden: Perfume Creation Workshop
Discover some of the hidden secrets of perfumery with your very own take home bottle created by you in a workshop with Jonathan Gilhooly.
Macramé Plant Hanger Workshop
Come and join us for an enjoyable session learning the art of Macrame and creating your own stunning boho plant holder.
Nature Makers Workshops: Crafts for 5+ year olds
Entertain the children this summer with Julie from Nature Makers!
Willow Fish | 28 August; 14:00 – 15:00
Little Nature Makers: Crafts for 18 month – 4 year olds
Let your little ones get creative with Julie from Nature Makers at Leonardslee this summer! Explore all the exciting activities below:
Clay Mini Beast | 28 August 10:30 – 11:30
Make, Do & Trend: Summer Workshops for 5+ year olds
Join Kirsty from Make, Do & Trend this summer for exciting workshops, suitable for 5+ year olds.
Block Printing Workshop
Learn the old process used for printing patterns onto paper or textiles using hand carved wooden block.
Family Jesmonite Workshop
Join us for a relaxing morning in the Courtyard Café where you will explore the wonders of Jesmonite with the whole family.
Children’s Cooking Classes with Table Talk Foundation
Join us for a fun-filled event where kids get to learn cooking skills with the Table Talk foundation at Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens!
Dried Flower Wreath Workshops
Join us for a lovely summer's morning creating a beautiful, dried flower wreath perfect for any space.
Watercolour Brush Lettering Workshops
Spend a relaxing afternoon learning watercolour brush lettering at Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens.
Paper Cutting Workshop
Join us for a day of papercutting, a traditional and beautiful craft, with summer themed workshops.
Summer layered workshop | 14 July
Beeswax Wraps Making Craft Workshop
Learn how to make your own beeswax wraps and get rid of the cling film, join Kristy from Make, Do and Trend
Mindfulness Photography Workshop
Mindful photography is perfect for finding calm in your day. Join Matt Goddard for a morning of photography in the gardens.
Botanical Illustration Workshop: Summer at Leonardslee (Sold out)
Draw and illustrate a botanical drawing with Leigh Ann Gale, during summer at Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens.
Jesmonite Coaster Making Workshop
Join us for a relaxing morning in the Courtyard Café where you will explore the wonders of Jesmonite at Leonardslee.
Botanical Illustration Workshop: Spring at Leonardslee
Draw and illustrate a botanical drawing with Leigh Ann Gale, during spring at Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens .
Rhododendron Celebration
Immerse yourself in the vibrant beauty of spring at our Rhododendron Celebration. Explore award-winning collections, join captivating workshops, and embark on guided tours amidst a blooming paradise.
Hand-painted Crocus Pottery Painting Workshop
Join us for a hand-painted Crocus Pottery Painting Workshop.
Spring Easter Wreath Making Workshop
We invite you to enjoy a day of Easter festivities whilst learning to craft your own Spring Easter wreath.
Silver Pendant Making Workshop | Sold out
Create your own silver pendant led by local jeweler Mollie Paling in a 2-hour workshop.
Botanical Illustration Workshop: Winter at Leonardslee
Draw and illustrate a botanical drawing with Leigh Ann Gale, during winter.
Festive Christmas Candle Making
Come and join us for a festive workshop as you create your very own Christmas scented candle at Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens with Wax and Willow.
Bauble Decorating with Art Styles Academy
Join Jessica from Art Styles Academy to get Christmas crafting your own bespoke marbled baubles.
