A gentle nature based Creative Writing for Well-Being workshop with Ann O’Keife. Come enjoy a relaxing and uplifting creative writing for well-being workshop in the beautiful surroundings of Pitfield Barn and flower nursery. We’ll experience easy, fun writing exercises to encourage flow writing and expression. Suitable for all abilities. Please bring pens, notebook and a […]
Join us for a relaxing and creative day at Pitfield Barn Cut Flower Farm, where nature and artistry come together. Under the expert guidance of Wendy Darby, you’ll learn the delicate craft of flower pressing - discovering how to harvest, prepare, and preserve flowers to create beautiful, lasting pieces. Spend the day surrounded by the […]
Join expert glass artist, Jazz Dixon for a craft class with a difference. Learn to create your own beautiful glass poppies, suitable for indoor or outdoor display. You will be welcomed with refreshments before Jazz gives a short introduction to glass fusing and the wide range of techniques used. You will be introduced to the […]
Autumn is a busy time of year for gardeners, with plenty to do from planting bulbs, seed saving, autumn sowing, taking cuttings of tender perennials for next season, multiplying perennials by lifting and division. We will also guide you through other essential jobs of winter preparations such as protecting crops in the colder months and […]
Spend a morning learning about the benefits of saving your own seeds, from sustainability to preserving your favourite plants year after year. This session will cover practical advice on timing and collection techniques of different plant seeds across the seasons, as well as which varieties are best to save fresh each year. You’ll also gain […]
This simple but delicious Cheesy chilli Cobb loaf has mature cheese and chipotle paste giving it a hint of spice and warming flavours. Perfect with soup over the autumnal months. We will also make delicious Rye Crackers which work really well with autumnal beetroot dips and pickles. I will bring some homemade beetroot dip to […]
Celebrate the richness of the autumn flower fields and surrounding hedgerows in this relaxed, hands-on workshop. Using only natural, seasonal materials gathered from the surrounding flower fields and hedgerows, you’ll create a generous bird feeder wreath that is as beautiful as it is useful. Working with the abundance of late-season seedheads, pods, fruits, hips and […]
I love Stollen at Christmas time. These buns are a little more accessible than the large Stollen loaves eaten all over Germany. They are soaked with orange & spices with a perfectly formed ball of marzipan in the middle. The smell of these baking will bring Christmas to the barn. Once baked, they are coated […]
Design your very own Christmas card in this popular session, with a glass of bubbly and festive treats! Paint an image to give to a loved one, or have it professionally printed as cards with your name on the back to give to many more. Come on your own, with friends or family and get into the […]
Add some Christmas sparkle to your festive season and join glass expert Jazz to create a selection of Christmas decorations in fused glass. We will start with a brief talk and introduction to fused glass and the range of materials available. We will look at the different types of glass fusion and how the material […]
Explore the possibilities of woven willow to create Christmas decorations and gifts. With Dominic Parrette of Sussex Willow. Projects will include wreaths, stars, Christmas tree decorations and more. All materials with tea, coffee and cake provided – please bring a packed lunch.
In this relaxed, creative session you’ll create your very own lush Christmas wreath from scratch. We’ll start with a beautifully harvested, hand-woven willow base, then layer it with fresh moss and seasonal foliage. After that, it’s over to you - decorate, style and personalise your wreath exactly how you like. All materials are natural and […]
In this relaxed, creative session you’ll create your very own lush Christmas wreath from scratch. We’ll start with a beautifully harvested, hand-woven willow base, then layer it with fresh moss and seasonal foliage. After that, it’s over to you - decorate, style and personalise your wreath exactly how you like. All materials are natural and […]