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The stunning scenery and landscapes of the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley has long been an inspirational place to many writers, artists, poets and craftspeople and the arts and crafts scene in the area is vibrant and diverse, from potters to jewellers, weavers to painters, musicians to photographers.
If you are feeling inspired to get crafty you can book one of our many arts and crafts activities to make your own artistic creation to take home. Our potteries offer introductory experiences from basic hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques to clay modelling while we also have regular courses on painting, jewellery making and sculpture. Learn to cook with classes on everything from cookery basics to artisan bread, pasta or cake making. There are mosaic making experiences and photography too. You'll find a wide range of arts and crafts experiences here in the Dean Wye for all ages and skill levels.
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Lydney
A vibrant visitor centre where you can see a wide range of arts and crafts, enjoy local food & drink. Taurus Crafts is part of Camphill Village Trust Ltd
The Old Park, Lydney
The Studio Jewellery School is run by award winning ethical goldsmith, Anna Mcloughlin (AKA Anna Fine Jewellery) and is based at Taurus Crafts near Lydney on the edge of The Forest of Dean. The Studio is open to holidaymakers and local residents alike, and is fully kitted out with proper jewellers' benches and all the jewellery making tools you’ll need to get those creative juices flowing.
Penallt
Humble by Nature is a working farm and rural skills centre owned by broadcaster Kate Humble, based in Penallt close to Monmouth.
Drybook
Byefield Emporium studio is located within the Yard, along with a selection of of other small Forest of Dean craft businesses. We create and sell beautiful furniture and decorative accessories that have been lovingly, upcycled and restored, using high-quality paints and craft materials.
Redbrook
Jewellery Designer, Chris Lewis BA Hons runs workshops in the locality enabling everyone who is interested to make their own jewellery. She also carries out repairs and general maintenance, cleaning and polishing of silver and gold pieces.
Lydney
Relax, learn a new skill and create a memory of your stay in the Forest of Dean to treasure forever. Perfect for couples, families and small groups looking for some quality 'down time'.
Longhope
Cookery experiences for all ages and budgets. We offer holiday activities, parties, cooking and baking classes. Bespoke experiences for family groups and friends are available. Venue hire and meeting room. Catering and private chef hire across a wide area.
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St Briavels
Fun, photographic training, group guiding, mindfulness sessions and holidays in the heart of the forest and valley with pro photographer, David Broadbent. Suitable for all skill levels from beginner to advanced. Improve your general skill level or hone one specialist area - it's up to you.
Eastnor
Remarkable pottery experiences for individuals, groups and organisations. We work with thousands of workshop participants, all ages and abilities, sharing the many benefits of working with clay.
Tidenham
Capture this Moment, fun relaxed professional photography based in the Forest of Dean and beyond. Capturing the details and the emotion of life to turn moments into treasured memories
Tump Lane, Eastbach (Near English Bicknor)
A cosy, country pottery activity centre offering pottery activities and classes, group meals, special events and pottery for sale. Our studio has a woodburner and sofas for colder months and courtyard seating in the summer. We have free WIFI and children and dogs are welcome (as long as others in the studio are happy with dogs and there is space due to current social distancing requirements).
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