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Mandala creation Workshop

Name: Mandala creation Workshop
Start: 2026-10-15T10:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-10-15T13:30:00+01:00
Location: Thornbridge Estate

When

Thursday, 15 October 2026, 10:00 – 13:30

Thornbridge Estate

Thornbridge Hall, Ashford in the Water CP, DE45 1NZ

Time

10:00 – 13:30

Price guide

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