Talented experts and artists specialising in a world of traditional and modern creativity
DEMONSTRATIONS & WORKSHOPS
DEMOS
Our talented experts specialising in Britain’s traditional and heritage crafts, such as basketry, mosaics and woodcarving, will demonstrate first-hand their incredible flair, passion and unique techniques.
Did you know? Many heritage crafts now listed on the ‘Red List of Endangered Crafts’ so it’s now more than ever that we need to celebrate and support these wonderful craft traditions and skillsets.
Check out the demonstrators who are joining us:
NEW FOR 2025 – Becky Paton Mosaics – 2D nature inspired contemporary mosaic demo that can be hung in the home or garden
Tree Top Carvings – Chainsaw wood sculptor
Sussex Willow Baskets – Traditional and on-trend contemporary English bespoke baskets
Adam King – Traditional besom brooms, gypsy flowers and love spoons
Berkshire Woodturners – A friendly club of woodturners, demonstrating their different abilities
Watsons Hurdles – Traditional English hurdles and thatching spars. Hand made to your requirements.
Neil Taylor – Handmade traditional wooden furniture
WORKSHOPS
We’ve carefully selected some amazing workshops that offer a hands-on experience, making them an excellent opportunity to learn a new skill or unleash your creativity!
Check out the tutors that are joining us:
NEW FOR 2025 – Resin Jules
Dive into the vibrant world of resin art, where you’ll learn to craft mesmerizing pieces that shimmer and dazzle.
Metal Keyring, Wooden Bottle Opener or Jewellery Workshop
Customize your very own metal key ring, wooden bottle opener, or jewellery with UV resin. Incorporate dried flowers, charms, glitters, and stickers to make each piece truly yours. Using Mouldd UV resin, which cures in just minutes, you can easily take home or wear your stunning creations!
Suitable for: Adults, Children aged 8+ with an accompanying adult.
Times: Running every 45 minutes – book your slot with Jules on the day
Duration: 30 mins
Cost: £15
Eco Resin Candle Holder and Pocket Hug
Select from a variety of colours or eco-friendly glitters to craft your very own piece of sustainable home decor. While your candle holder sets, we’ll also pour a charming pocket hug. A candle is included, and you can safely burn it in your holder!
Suitable for: Adults, Children aged 8+ with an accompanying adult.
Times: Running every hour – book your slot with Jules on the day
Duration: 40 mins
Cost: £20
NEW FOR 2025 – SoPea
Made with sensitive skin in mind, create and treat your body to your very own handcrafted bath bombs or lip care products.
Bath Bomb and Bath Dust
Come and make with me in this hands-on, fizzy workshop where you’ll design your very own bath bomb and a pouch of colourful bath dust to take home.
You’ll pick your favourite fragrance, choose your perfect bath bomb colour, and the best bit, tuck in a bunch of tiny, super pigmented embeds that burst with a surprise swirl of colour when your bath bomb hits the water.
I’ll guide you every step of the way as we mix, mould, and get a little bit messy (in the best way!). It’s colourful, creative, and guaranteed to make you smile. Bath time will be a whole lot more exciting and special knowing you have created your own bath treats!
Suitable for: Adults, Children aged 5+ with an accompanying adult.
Times: Running every 45 minutes – book your slot with Chrissie on the day
Duration: 30 mins
Cost: £15
Lip Balm and Tinted Lip Polish Workshop
Come and make with me in this hands-on, feel-good workshop where you’ll create your very own flavoured lip balm, made with my own signature SoPea ingredients featuring beeswax from my very own honeybee’s hives, along with a tinted, lickable lip polish that’s as fun to make as it is to use.
You’ll gently melt your balm ingredients and pour it into your own tube, and while it sets, we’ll mix up your scrubby polish with sugar, flavour, and a pop of colour. Finish by labelling your creations and popping them into a charming organza bag, that’s perfectly giftable, or keep them all to yourself as a fancy treat to you, from you! The ultimate lip-loving luxury!
Suitable for: Adults, Children aged 10+ with an accompanying adult.
Times: Running every hour – book your slot with Chrissie on the day
Duration: 40 mins
Cost: £20
Willowpool Designs
Weave your way into a realm of the ancient art from and enjoy contemporary and traditional willow weaving workshops.
Sustainable Catalan Platter Workshop
Under the guidance of skilled artisans, they learn the art of transforming supple willow branches into a beautiful, functional piece. By the end of the workshop, you’ll have a beautiful handcrafted platter and the skills to create more at home.
Suitable for: Adults
Times: 2pm – book your slot on the day
Duration: One hour
Cost: £30
Sustainable Heart or Star Workshop
This interactive and creative session will guide you through the art of willow weaving, where you’ll learn to craft a beautiful heart or star shapes using flexible willow branches. Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience, this workshop is designed to be fun and accessible for everyone.
Suitable for: Adults
Times: 1pm & 3pm – book your slot on the day
Duration: One hour
Cost: £30
Willowpool Designs will also be running drop-in willow fish workshops, suitable for kids – head over to their stand to take part! They are running throughout the day.
Workshops are not pre-bookable in advance of the show. Simply turn up on the day to book!
