Swallowtail butterfly pinning

About this event

Join taxidermist Sherene Scott for the first workshop of its kind in the North East, learning how to preserve a number of stunning specimens that you get to take home. In this rare & intimate workshop, you’ll learn the basics in preparing, setting & preserving a series of enchanting insects. This workshop, is to focus on the beautiful Swallowtail species ALL curious creations you preserve get to come home with you – and last forever! Each ticket includes: 1.5 hour workshop with professional taxidermist Sherene Scott (aka THE MOTHER OF MOTH) Your own preserved set of enchanting butterflies to take home Teas, coffee & water A fun, encouraging safe space to meet like-minded souls! FYI: Limited to 4 spaces. Tickets go faster than a bat outta hell for these workshops – so book early to avoid disappointment! 18 + *Toilet facilities are not wheelchair accessible Where to find us: You can find us on the outskirts of Ouseburn in Newcastle. Getting here: BY CAR: Street Parking is available with no parking charges on and around the street BY BUS: Closest bus stop to our shop is Byker Morrisons, where there’s a 5 minute walk to get to the shop – Buses to this location are very frequent from local areas and from Newcastle city centre 10 mins away BY FOOT: A 20 minute walk from Newcastle Monument city centre (If walking in Autumn/Winter months, please take an umbrella incase its a rainy walking over the bridge!) A 5 minute walk from Ouseburn Valley(Byker Farm) BY Tyne and Wear METRO...