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Art Classes in Nottingham: Winter 2026–27 at Patchings

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What art classes can I take at Patchings Art Centre?

Patchings Art Centre in Calverton, near Nottingham, runs acrylic landscape painting with Nicola Crook (first Wednesday monthly, £35), watercolour with Paula Bell (£30), Paint & Sip (£30), the Scandi Star craft workshop (£38) and a festive glass fusion workshop with smARTsy (£35). Materials are included and beginners are welcome.

Winter schedule

  • Acrylic Landscape with Nicola Crook – 2 December, 6 January, 3 February, 3 March (10am–12:30pm, £35)
  • Watercolour: Cat or Dog in a Christmas Hat with Paula Bell – 24 November, 1, 8, 15 December (11am–1:30pm, £30)
  • Scandi Star Workshop with Jane Wallace – 28 November (2–5pm, £38)
  • Festive Glass Fusion with smARTsy – 11 December (£35)
  • Paint & Sip – 21 November, 12 December (2–4pm, £30)

Booking

Acrylic and watercolour sessions are booked by email with the tutors; other workshops use the booking links on each event page. Some workshop dates may be provisional until confirmed.

More at Patchings

Visit the Winter Exhibition, wander the Artists’ Trail and browse the art and gift shop.

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

Are the classes suitable for beginners?

Yes – classes welcome all abilities and materials are included.

How do I book an acrylic or watercolour class?

By email with the tutor – the address is on each event page.

Visit

Plan your visit

Address: Patchings Art Centre, Oxton Road, Calverton, Nottingham, NG14 6NU

Open: Tuesday to Sunday, 8:30am – 4:30pm (temporary times)

Phone: 0115 965 3479

Getting here: By rail, Lowdham station (Nottingham–Lincoln line) is a few miles from the village; onward travel is by taxi or local bus. Please check current train, bus and taxi options before you travel.

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