2025
Alcohol Inks Workshop – Wednesday, 16 July 2025, 10:30–15:00
This is an exciting whole day workshop where you will learn a range of techniques to get different looks and effects when using Alcohol Inks. Alcohol Inks are a fluid dye based pigments that are vivid in colour and exciting to use. You don’t have to be an artist, or be able to draw or paint as such to do this. So no experience necessary. Let me show you how we can create some stunning alcohol ink images. We use Isopropyl Alcohol to make the inks more fluid and this can cause irritation to those with existing respiratory conditions. Please check that you don’t suffer from a condition that could be affected. We have aprons and gloves to wear as the inks can stain a bit. These are supplied and are not latex.
At Reveley Lodge, Bushey Heath, there is the fabulous Stable Cafe where we can buy drinks and lunch and stunning gardens which you are free to roam around. There isn’t parking in the actual Lodge but lots of on street parking close by.
Tickets cost £70.00 per person. Book now >
National Garden Scheme Day – Sunday, 27 July 2025, 13:00-17:00
Please join us for our biennial summer garden party in aid of the National Garden Scheme nursing and caring charities.
We will have a 16 piece swing band on the main lawn, cream teas and a Pimm’s and Prosecco bar on the terrace and a fabulous arts and crafts and plant market on our sundial lawn.
There will be free talks and tours with the head gardener and garden volunteers throughout the afternoon.
Well behaved dog on leads are welcome.
Admission adults £6, children free. Book in advance here > or pay on the gate.
Children’s Activity – Bugs and Nature Photography – Thursday, 31 July 2025, 10:00-12:15
Join Mary for a fun adventure, learning how to identify flowers and bugs, as well as make art prints using old camera less photography. Materials included. Please bring a drink, sunhat and sunscreen for your child if the weather is sunny.
You will be contacted 3 days before the workshop starts with final details. It is advisable to take out insurance via Ticket Source as cancellation and a full refund can only be obtained up to 2 weeks before the event starts. No parking on site but park either on Elstree Road, Caldecote Gardens or Clay Lane.
Tickets cost £28.00. Book now >
Photography Workshop for Teens – Snap, Slay and Tell Your Story – Thursday, 31 July 2025, 13:00-15:15
Join Mary and learn the basics of photography in the stunning gardens at Reveley Lodge. Hands on practice and fun photo challenges. No experience is needed, just bring your own camera or smartphone as all other materials will be included.
You will be contacted 3 days before the workshop starts with final details. It is advisable to take out insurance via Ticket Source as cancellation and a full refund can only be obtained up to 2 weeks before the event starts. No parking on site but park either on Elstree Road, Caldecote Gardens or Clay Lane.
Tickets cost £28.00. Book now >
Fruit and Floral Collage Watercolour Workshop – Friday, 1 August 2025, 10:30-15:00
Kate Rebecca Leach is an artist and illustrator based in Hertfordshire. Her original artwork and high quality Giclée prints feature creative watercolour techniques and embellished metallic details. Kate founded her business, Essoldo Design, in August 2020 and has sold pieces to over 30 countries across the globe and has successfully licensed her work in the UK, Europe and the USA. Her First book, Creative Abstract Watercolor, was published in Spring 2024 as is now a worldwide bestseller.
Why not join us for a workshop and create your own work of art for your home?
In this workshop you’ll learn how to use organic watercolour shapes to form decorative floral/fruity collages in a colour palette of your choice. You’ll learn various watercolour techniques and decorative ideas to help you create your very own, unique collage piece that combines watercolour, inks details, and accents of metallics. You’ll use inspiration from the nature and Kate’s own portfolio of fruity floral designs and patterns.
All materials will be provided but please feel free to bring your own favourite materials or brushes if you wish. This class is suitable for total beginners through to experienced artists.
This workshop takes place in the Billiard room at Reveley Lodge, Heritage house. On the day please dress warmly if weather is cool and wear suitable flat shoes for the house and garden. Refreshments are available from the Garden Cafe, located in the Stables Art Gallery, open from 10.00 – 16.00. Workshop starts at 10.30, where there will be an introduction to watercolour florals and techniques. At 12.30 there will be a 30 minute break for refreshments available from the Garden Cafe and workshop will commence from 13.00 and end at 15.00. You will be able to take home your art work.You will be contacted 3 days before the course starts with final details. It is advisable to take out insurance via Ticket Source as cancellation and a full refund can only be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts. No parking on site but park either on Elstree Road, Caldecote Gardens or Clay Lane.
Tickets cost £70.00 per person. Book now >.
Moroccan Doors and Houses Half Day Watercolour Workshop – Friday, 12 September 2025, 10:30-15:00
Kate Rebecca Leach is an artist and illustrator based in Hertfordshire. Her original artwork and high quality Giclée prints feature creative watercolour techniques and embellished metallic details. Kate founded her business, Essoldo Design, in August 2020 and has sold pieces to over 30 countries across the globe and has successfully licensed her work in the UK, Europe and the USA. Her First book, Creative Abstract Watercolor, was published in Spring 2024 and is now a worldwide bestseller.
Why not join us for a workshop and create your own work of art for your home?
Moroccan Doors and Houses – Learn how to create simple geometric shapes and how to transform them into doors, houses and villages! You’ll create a watercolour artwork inspired by villages and towns, perhaps from imagination or from a favourite holiday destination. From starry skies to sunsets you’ll be armed with the tools to make your painting come alive!
In this workshop you’ll learn how to use organic watercolour shapes to form decorative watercolour designs in a colour palette of your choice. You’ll learn various techniques and decorative ideas to help you create your very own, unique piece that combines watercolour, inks details, and accents of metallics. You can use inspiration from your own imagination as well Kate’s own portfolio of designs and patterns.
All materials will be provided but please feel free to bring your own favourite materials or brushes if you wish. This class is suitable for total beginners through to experienced artists.
This workshop takes place in the Billiard room at Reveley Lodge, Heritage house. On the day please dress warmly if the weather is cool and wear suitable flat shoes for the house and garden. Refreshments are available from the Garden Cafe, located in the Stables Art Gallery, open from 10.00 – 16.00. Workshop starts at 10.30, where there will be an introduction to watercolour florals and techniques. At 12.30 there will be a 30 minute break for refreshments available from the Garden Cafe and the workshop will commence from 13.00 and end at 15.00. You will be able to take home your art work.You will be contacted 3 days before the course starts with final details. It is advisable to take out insurance via Ticket Source as cancellation and a full refund can only be obtained up to 2 weeks before the course starts. No parking on site but park either on Elstree Road, Caldecote Gardens or Clay Lane.
Tickets cost £70.00 per person. Book now >
