Workshops
What’s on at the Hay Barn
Wed
7.45-9pm
7th
Oct 2026
Sound Bath with Tess
Every first Wednesday of the month. Come and unwind with Tess and her amazing Sound- bath. You will feel relaxed and calmer for having been.
Thu
10.00-4pm
8th
Oct 2026
Furniture or Lamp Shade Painting with Bloomsbury Revisited with Jane McCall
Learn techniques to transform your old furniture into beautiful pieces guided by the wonderful Jane McCall, from Bloomsbury Revisited. Please wear cloths that you don't mind getting paint on and a piece of furniture primed and ready for your paint! BIN is a great primer, please don't use oil based.
Thu
9.30-3pm
15th
Oct 2026
Instagram Workshop with Claire Smith
Everything you need to know to make sure your business thrives on Instagram.No more posting and hoping for the best or feeling as though using Instagram is a struggle - this workshop will teach you EXACTLY how to master the platform and which strategies are working right now.
Sat & Sun
10-4.30pm
17th-18th Oct
Oct 2026
Sewing Weekend with Alice
This weekend work on a sewing projects of your own choice under Alice's guidance. It could be that you would like to focus on getting a good fit to your handmade clothes; Maybe you want to tackle a fabric you have never used before, like jersey, a slippery silk or wool;
Mon
6.30-8pm
19th
Oct
Grounded X Autumn Sound Bath
As we move into the darker and cosier seasons, October's Grounded is in collaboration with the wonderful Tess. We will connect through breath work and mobility before bringing ourselves into stillness with sound bath healing at The Hay Barn. Please wear layers and bring a blanket to keep warm.
Thu
10.30-1.30pm
29th
October
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Hammered Silver Fidget Ring Workshop
Lou Sargent is a local silversmith who runs workshops using traditional hand tools and simple techniques for those new to this craft.The fidget rings is a lovely pieces to begin your silversmithing journey. Included materials, the gift bag, polishing board and cookies by Blossom Bakes
Wed
7.15-8.30pm
18th Nov
Nov 2026
The Grand Tour With Cindy Chetwode
This hour-long talk by the incredibly knowledgeable Cindy Chetwode offers a fascinating account of 18th-century British visitors to Rome—their experiences, discoveries and collections, many of which can still be admired today in some of England’s finest houses. 7.15 there will be a refreshments
Thur
7-9pm
19th
Nov
The Face Matters Method
Join Sally Curson, facialist of over 35 years and founder of award-winning Face Matters Skincare. Learn simple, effective techniques you can use at home to help lift and sculpt the face and encourage lymphatic drainage.Sally will guide you through facial massage, gua sha, face yoga and acupressure.
Tue
19.00-21.00
1st
Dec 2026
Wreath making Class
Make your own Christmas wreath with Lara, using garden & hedgerow foliage. Learn the moss-ring method to keep it fresh into the New Year. There will be mulled wine, Christmas music and fairy lights to get you into the festive season!
Thursday
5-8pm
03
December
Christmas Fair
Our traditional Christmas fair is back! With free admission, with optional donations to Great Ormond Street Hospital. We have a array of high end stalls, there is something for everyone here! With mulled wine in the evening and a coffee van on Friday morning. No need to book, please bring a friend!
Friday
8.30-12.30pm
4th
December
Christmas Fair
Our traditional Christmas fair is back! With free admission, with optional donations to Great Ormond Street Hospital. We have a array of high end stalls, there is something for everyone here! With mulled wine in the evening and a coffee van on Friday morning. No need to book, please bring a friend!
Thur
10-4pm
4th
Feb 2026
Free Motion Embroidery
Free Motion Embroidery with a sewing machine. Kirstie Allsopp described it as the "crack cocaine" of home economics.Bring along a drawing, picture or a photograph that inspires you and by using a sumptuous array of threads in a variety of colours and thickness and working with our own sewing machine
Thu
6-8pm
11th
March 2027
The Hay Barn Hub
The idea for The Hay Barn Hub was born from my own experience of meeting wonderful small business owners who were experiencing the same hurdles or had the same questions as me. This is open to our email subscribers.
Sat & Sun
10-4.30pm
12th-13 March
March 2027
Sewing Weekend with Alice
This weekend work on a sewing projects of your own choice under Alice's guidance. It could be that you would like to focus on getting a good fit to your handmade clothes; Maybe you want to tackle a fabric you have never used before, like jersey, a slippery silk or wool;
Sat
10.30-12.45pm
8th
MAy 2026
Art of Jaipur Block Printing
Print either a table runner or a set of napkins or three other items (including cushion covers, tea towels, tote bags, aprons, scarves and drawstring gift bags). There will also a be a selection of festive blocks available to print with for anyone who'd like to use them.
A haven for all creative minds
We pride ourselves on offering a welcoming, nurturing, inclusive environment. So whatever your level of experience, you’ll find the perfect art, craft or fitness workshop for you here at the Hay Barn.
Join us and allow our expert artisans and instructors to immerse you in new, enlightening creative activities and therapeutic practices.
Feeling inspired? Take a look at the wonderful workshops and retreats we offer.
Workshops
Arts & Crafts
Painting
Upholstery
Lampshade Making
Block Painting
Furniture painting
Textiles courses
Floristry
Wellbeing
Yoga
Pilates
Pregnancy Fitness Classes
Sound Baths
FAQs
Is Lunch included within the price?
As a rule of thumb, if the course finishes before 12.30 there is no lunch included, however if workshop runs into the afternoon your lunch will be included in the price. Please do check on course details as well.
Can we make tea and coffee
There is an area to make cups of tea and coffee
Is there car parking available?
Yes, please follow directions to GU34 4NA and then go through the signed gate.
What are the measurements of the area of the Barn?
14.45x 6.7 meters
Do I get a refund if I don't turn up?
I am very sorry but once you have booked there is no refund policy, a friend may take your place instead, or you can rebook another class at a later date.
Have a question for us?
Send us a message and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can.