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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend

11–12 July Near Great Burwood Farm

Not every listing gets a golden ticket

We check the usual frankly silly number of local websites, then look for events that feel rainy-day friendly: cinemas, theatres, talks, workshops, galleries, concerts, cosy venues, and anything less likely to involve standing in a muddy field making brave weather noises.

Happening Saturday 11 July to Sunday 12 July.
Picked for Great Burwood Farm, not somewhere halfway across the county.
Only Local Gems and Curated venues make the cut, because standards are still a thing.
Listings with proper descriptions get bumped up the list. Three words and a shrug will not do.

Our 10 picks near Great Burwood Farm

Weekend Morning Pottery Painting1

Weekend Morning Pottery Painting

at House Of Glazed

Come along for our early afternoon pottery painting session. Pick which piece(s) you would like to get artsy with, pay at the till and enjoy your time in our studio decorating to your hearts content. Please note: cost of booking is studio fee and includes use of all glazes and firing, and * does not * include cost of the ceramic piece(s) you will be painting. Only participating painters pay a studio fee - add a £0 Non-painter ticket to make sure we have enough room for your whole group… Read more

8.5 milesSat 11 Jul£0
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Saturday Late Afternoon Pottery Painting2

Saturday Late Afternoon Pottery Painting

at House Of Glazed

Come along for our late afternoon saturday painting session. Pick which piece(s) you would like to get artsy with, pay at the till and enjoy your time in our studio decorating to your hearts content. Please note: cost of booking is studio fee and includes use of all glazes and firing, and * does not * include cost of the ceramic piece(s) you will be painting. Only participating painters pay a studio fee - add a £0 Non-painter ticket to make sure we have enough room for your whole group… Read more

8.5 milesSat 11 Jul£0
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Wall Pocket/ Planters, 11th or6

Wall Pocket/ Planters, 11th or

at Handmade Margate

Come and have a wonderfully creative clay session and make a beautiful ceramic wall pocket planter by hand. In this relaxed, beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll create a flat-backed wall-hung pocket from soft white earthenware clay — designed to hang on the wall as a decorative and functional piece for the home. You’ll be guided step-by-step through the whole process, from shaping the form and creating the pocket, to adding hanging holes and decorative details so it sits beautifully on the wall. You can keep your design simple and elegant, or add extra character with textures, pressed botanicals, stamps, carving and painted details. Once your piece is made, you’ll decorate it with underglaze colours. We’ll then dry, fire, glaze and re-fire it for you, ready to collect a few weeks later once it’s fully finished. A calm, creative workshop with something special to take home (after firing!) — handmade memories and a one-of-a-kind piece made with love. Workshop details Duration: Approx. 2.5 hours Clay: White earthenware clay Level: Beginner-friendly but takes some focus and time Includes: Tuition, clay, use of tools, underglazes, glazing and firing Collection: Ready to collect in approx. 4–6 weeks Please note: Each piece is handmade and beautifully unique, so size, shape and finish is up to you!

24.8 milesSun 12 Jul£55.00
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Crystal Chakra Wand Workshop7

Crystal Chakra Wand Workshop

at Soulful Creations

Step into the world of energy healing and crystal wisdom with this hands-on, heart centered Crystal Chakra Wand Workshop. Whether you're new to crystals or looking to deepen your spiritual practice, this unique experience will guide you in crafting your own personalised chakra wand—a powerful energetic tool to align,

19.9 milesSun 12 Jul£45.00
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Power Animal Connection Workshop8

Power Animal Connection Workshop

at Soulful Creations

Awaken Your Inner Guide through Native American Meditation & Creative Expression Are you ready to connect with your inner strength, intuition, and spiritual guidance? Join me for a unique and transformative Power Animal Connection Workshop, where ancient Native American-inspired meditation practices meet creative e

19.9 milesSun 12 Jul£45.00
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