Half Term Crafting Activities
Visit the East Stables for a crafternoon to remember during half term!
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Once the kids have tired themselves out from the Stableyard activities, drop in to the East Stables and try your hand at a variety of different crafts this half term.
Printing a spring meadow: Add to our community fabric meadow which will change throughout the seasons and potato print the flowers in the garden on to it. Why not try and spot the flowers in the garden after printing?
Origami hearts and woven heart baskets: Play with paper and make some fun creations!
Origami or cut out birds: Birds pair up on Valentines Day so create a bird with a special message on to take home or add to our display in the South Gazebo
For non-members of the National Trust, or visitors without a general admission ticket to the House and Gardens, the Wider Estate admission fees apply:
• Adult: £6.00
• Child: £3.00
• Family (2 adults, 2 children): £15.00
• Family (1 adult, 2 children): £9.00
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe basics
- Meeting point
The East Stables is in the Stableyard next to the Second Hand Bookshop
- What to bring and wear
Please dress for the Great British weather as there are no heating or cooling facilities in the East Stables!
- Accessibility
There are accessible toilets, a changing place, tramper/wheelchair for hire (free to use, donations are welcome) and parking at the Stableyard where the activity stations are located. The crafts take place on the ground floor.
Upcoming events
Material Power: Let the textiles do the talking
A celebration of tapestry, embroidery and appliqué. Discover how Bess of Hardwick’s exquisite textile collection tells her story.
The Winter Hardwick Hobble Day 1
See how many laps you can complete in this 6-hour running challenge!
Weave the St Brigid’s Cross
Mark St Brigid’s Day and weave a cross to mark the beginning of spring.