Thank you for your interest in our Mini-Maker sessions. Sadly the workshop is currently under Tier 4 restrictions and closed to the public. We will update this page as soon as we know when we are able to re-open.
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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.
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. The additional Tier 2 restrictions now mean only members of the same household can share a bench space.
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, scrappy races style car or set of Christmas decorations.
In their bench space will be all the tools, accessories, extra scrap wood, fabric, wood curls etc they need to make their creation 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.
Christmas Mini-Makers
Join the festive fun during December. Your Mini-Maker will have their choice of the usual fun characters and cars or can choose to make a set of four hanging Christmas decorations.
We also have a special Christmas accessories add-on packs available. Click here to find out more ›
Come and try something creative and fun with Ash & Co. Workshops!
Tier 2 Restrictions & Self Isolation
As of 2nd December the workshop will fall under Tier 2 restrictions. This means we are able to open with the strict social distancing rules that we had in place before the latest lockdown.
The main difference now is that we can only have one household per bench space so please only attend with members your household bubble.
If you need to self-isolate 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 at home.
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.
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.
The Rule of Six (if this still applies after lockdown)
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.
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.
