Expert-led workshops and courses
Explore new pastimes or develop an existing skill with one of our creative workshops.
Led by expert tutors and staged at Chatsworth, choose from a wide range of arts and crafts and horticulture workshops covering a variety of subjects, such as learn to paint, sketch, embroider, print or even learning the craft of bookbinding or floristry.
With a choice of full or half-day courses available, taking place in the week, and at weekends, there is something to suit most schedules.
Botanical Linoprint Weekend Workshop
20-21 July
Join us for a two-day workshop where you'll explore the world of botanical lino printing and create your own concertina book of prints.
Introduction to Hardback Bookbinding
27 July
Learn how to create and bind your own hardback notebook.
Botanical Embroidery Workshop
17 & 18 August
Learn the art of botanical embroidery and explore the Chatsworth Garden for inspiration.
Paper Making Workshop
5 September
Spend a summer's evening learning to make paper by hand, from recycled materials.
Cutting Garden Floristry Workshop
12 & 13 September
Create a seasonal arrangement using flowers from the Chatsworth Garden.
Gel Printing Workshop
14 September
Learn how to create a series of unique prints using the Gel printing technique.
Collagraph Printmaking Weekend
21-22 September
A complete introduction to collagraph printmaking using a press, led by artist and experienced teacher Diane Cooper.
Get Drawing
5 October
Create a series of observational drawings of seasonal plants, trees and landscapes under expert tuition.
Autumnal Paper Wreaths Workshop
13 October
Craft a stunning paper seasonal wreath using the warm and inviting colours of autumn.
Winter Landscapes in Oils
2 November
Join acclaimed artist Sue Nichol for a winter themed art masterclass. Using oil paints, charcoal and ink you will explore a variety of materials to convey winter in all its moods.
Stay with us
With so much to see, do, and explore in the Peak District, it's a shame to only come for the day, so why not stay a little longer? Our country cottages, shepherd's huts, hotels, and inns are the perfect base for exploring all that Chatsworth, Derbyshire, and the Peak District have to offer. Find out more.
