At our specialist education facility on the Highgrove Estate, Barley Court, we run a range of public courses and workshops. These workshops and masterclasses are delivered by experienced and well-respected tutors that support and celebrate traditional craft skills. We also encourage craft practice through community and outreach projects.
The studios at Highgrove bring together existing and aspiring designers and makers in textiles and furniture and associated crafts, such as stone and wood carving and provides training for all levels and abilities.
We foster new relationships with supporters of craft and encourage expert practitioners to engage with us to develop workshops and courses which are suitable for beginner to intermediate and advanced-level learners. Provision is inclusive and accessible to all. We aim to create a space that values both people and planet, encourages collaboration and helps all makers to flourish in their artisanal endeavors.
Upcoming courses
Introduction to Relief Carving in Wood
This course is suitable for complete beginners as well as those with some experience in wood carving who wish to improve their skills and have a go at carving a more complex design.
Natural Yarn Dyeing Masterclass with Ria Burns
A deep dive into natural dyeing using British wool yarns, aimed at beginners or those with some dyeing experience looking to hone their skills.
During the two day course students will learn how to prepare yarn for natural dyeing in order to get the best results, understand how different British wool yarns behave in the dye pot, and learn how to produce a vibrant range of colours from cultivated and foraged plants, and food waste.
