We’ve missed our creative mini-makers so much! We're super excited to launch brand new socially-distanced sessions this Autumn where they can make fun wooden characters or cool scrappy cars.
October Half Term:
Monday 26th October:
10:00 – 11:30am (SOLD OUT)
1:00 – 2:30pm (1 bench space)
3:30 – 5pm (1 bench space)
Tuesday 27th October:
10:00 – 11:30am (SOLD OUT)
1:00 – 2:30pm (1 bench space)
3:30 – 5pm (4 bench spaces)
Wednesday 28th October:
10:00 – 11:30am (SOLD OUT)
1:00 – 2:30pm (SOLD OUT)
3:30 – 5pm (3 bench spaces)
Thursday 29th October:
10:00 – 11:30am (SOLD OUT)
1:00 – 2:30pm (SOLD OUT)
3:30 – 5pm (3 bench spaces)
Friday 30th October:
10:00 – 11:30am (4 bench spaces)
1:00 – 2:30pm (1 bench space)
3:30 – 5pm (SOLD OUT)
Saturday 31st October:
10:00 – 11:30am (2 bench spaces)
1:00 – 2:30pm (SOLD OUT)
3:30 – 5pm (SOLD OUT)
Saturday 7th November:
10:00 – 11:30am (5 bench spaces)
1:00 – 2:30pm (5 bench spaces)
3:30 – 5pm (SOLD OUT)
Saturday 14th November:
10:00 – 11:30am (4 bench spaces)
1:00 – 2:30pm (4 bench spaces)
3:30 – 5pm (Available for private hire - please contact us)
Sunday 15th November:
10:00 – 11:30am (5 bench spaces)
1:00 – 2:30pm (5 bench spaces)
3:30 – 5pm (Available for private hire - please contact us)
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What is a Mini-Maker Workshop?
A mini-maker workshop is a fun 1.5 hour maker session for kids age 5+ in our proper woodworking workshop in Crondall.
Under the current regulations, we will only have five 'bubble' bench spaces available per session. These will be spaced out across the workshop, i.e either end of a 2m workbench. Each bench space is for one mini-maker (£24.95) or two mini-makers (£39.95) with one supervising adult.
On arrival, mini-makers will be shown to their workbench space and will choose which project they would like to make – either a wooden character or scrappy races style car.
They will select their core components from a large range of block types that will form the base of their build. In their bench space will be all the tools, accessories, extra scrap wood, fabric, wood curls etc they need to make their character or car totally unique. We can’t wait to see their marvellous creations!
Suitable for children aged 5 and up, these sessions are a fun creative activity that will teach your children hands-on woodworking skills in a safe environment.
Children will learn new skills including how to use basic hand tools, plan out a project, sand wood and connect pieces together using dowels or glue. They will leave with a huge sense of pride and a fantastic imaginative creation built with their own hands.
Jonty's warm welcome always makes everyone feel at home in the workshop and he will be on hand to offer tuition and advice throughout the session.
October Half Term
Join the Halloween fun with our Witches and Wizards theme during October Half Term. Click here to add a special themed accessories pack to your booking ›
Come and try something creative and fun with Ash & Co. Workshops!
COVID-Secure Workshops
- There will only be five bench spaces available per session. Each bench space is for either one or two mini-makers with one supervising adult.
- Two mini-makers sharing a bench space should be from the same bubble and will share tools and accessories.
- You will be shown to your bubble’s bench space and asked not to move around the workshop unless necessary.
- Adults and children over 12 must bring a face covering and wear it on arrival and when moving around the workshop.
- There will be hand sanitiser available on each bench and hand soap and paper towels in the toilets.
- Each bench space will have a set of tools available for use which will be cleaned thoroughly between each session.
- Aprons – Please note that we will not be providing aprons due to COVID restrictions so please bring your own or wear old clothes.
- Refreshments – We are unfortunately unable to provide refreshments at this time. You are welcome to bring your own soft drinks but please do not bring food into the workshop.
The Rule of Six
The latest guidelines state that “COVID-19 Secure venues, such as hospitality venues (and workshops!), can still hold more than six in total within those venues but groups of up to 6 must not mix or form larger groups.”
Therefore it is possible for you to visit the workshop as a group of six. If you would like to do this, please book your bench spaces and then let us know via email that you are together. Please bear in mind that we require a ratio of one adult to two children, so as things stand a group of six would include four mini-makers and two supervisory adults.
Exclusive Use
Book exclusive use of a Mini-Maker session for £175.
This gives you access to all five bubble spaces (maximum 10 children with 5 supervising adults) - but please be aware that social distancing must still be adhered to. Please get in touch if you would like to discuss exclusive use.
What happens if there is another lockdown?
If this happens and affects your workshop booking then you can either postpone to another date or choose a voucher for the total cost of your workshop to use towards make-at-home kits, giving you something to do with the kids whilst stuck at home.
We looking forward to welcoming you back to the workshop 😊 🤞
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Please click here for our FAQs on these sessions including our COVID-Secure policies ›
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Please note: every bubble bench space must have a supervising adult. This is because Jonty will be running the class from a 1 - 2m distance and whilst he will be assisting, he won’t be working closely with the children.
People who have enjoyed these sessions before know that this is not your average craft activity! We believe children should have a chance to experience proper woodwork and they will be provided with tools, un-sanded wood, super glue (and gloves!) etc so must be properly supervised. If you do not have a supervising adult for each bench space you have booked you will not be able to take part in the workshop.
