By Victoria HaynesIn this story:
- Craft your own lucky charm: Japanese Shimenawa workshop
- Light up your world: Dreamy wax moon lamp workshop
- Sweet treats and cute designs: Bento cake decorating workshop
- Find your inner zen: Tea tasting and incense art experience
- Wear your blooms: Pressed flower resin jewellery workshop
- Get punchy with yarn: Needle punching workshop
- Miniature beauty: Marbled vase and dried flower bouquet workshop
- Craft your own sparkle: Silver ring making workshop
- Preserve nature's elegance: Dried flower cloche workshop
- Explore the urban wild: Food foraging class
- Witness the magic: Introduction to glass blowing taster class
- Create your own aromatic bars: Soap making workshop
- Bring the desert indoors: Potted cactus candle workshop
- Master the art of texture: Sgraffito hand-built mugs masterclass
- Spice up your life: Pakora making Indian cooking class
- Creative Manchester Experiences to level up your weekend
Feeling a bit stuck in a rut with your usual routine? Don’t worry – we’re here to save your weekend in the city with a cracking list of fun things to do in Manchester! We've got a huge selection of workshops and classes that are sure to spark your interest and inject some serious fun into your days – whether you’re a creative crafter or a keen cook. Forget the same old haunts – we're diving into unique and engaging Manchester experiences that you might not have even heard of yet. So get ready to discover a whole new side to the city with these fantastic experience days in Manchester!
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Craft your own lucky charm: Japanese Shimenawa workshop
Ever wanted to create a beautiful and meaningful piece of Japanese folk art? In this fascinating Manchester experience, you'll learn the art of crafting Shimenawa, sacred straw ropes traditionally used to ward off evil spirits and invite good fortune. It's a really unique activity, allowing you to connect with Japanese culture and create a stunning, handcrafted charm to take home.
The class was awesome! Our teacher was patient and easily explained what we need and what we should do. She was also very complementary of our abilities and colour choices.It was an easy-going, relaxing afternoon. 100% recommend, for big or small groups or even individuals! Eleanor Gregory, ClassBento Crafter
Light up your world: Dreamy wax moon lamp workshop
Fancy creating a bit of celestial magic for your living space? This dreamy wax moon lamp workshop, one of the more enchanting Manchester experiences, lets you craft your very own glowing moon lamp. You'll learn how to work with wax and pigments to create a beautiful, textured lunar sphere that gives off a soft and comforting light. If you’ve ever fancied bringing a touch of the cosmos into your home, this is the workshop for you!
Sweet treats and cute designs: Bento cake decorating workshop
If you've got a sweet tooth and a flair for design, this bento cake decorating workshop is a delightful experience day in Manchester that will help you level up your home bakes. You'll learn the art of creating adorable and delicious miniature cakes, perfect for gifting or simply treating yourself. It's a fun and hands-on workshop that will have you mastering piping techniques and creating edible works of art – one of our tastiest activities in Manchester for sure!
Find your inner zen: Tea tasting and incense art experience
Escape the city bustle and immerse yourself in a tranquil few hours with a Zen tea tasting and incense art session. You'll learn about the art of the beautiful Japanese tea ceremony and the delicate practice of incense making, engaging your senses in a calming and mindful way. It's a truly unique activity in Manchester, offering a moment of peaceful reflection amidst the urban energy.
Wear your blooms: Pressed flower resin jewellery workshop
Want to capture the beauty of nature in a wearable form? This pressed flower resin jewellery making workshop is a great way to escape the city, and will have you crafting your way to accessory heaven in no time. You'll learn how to preserve delicate flowers in clear resin to create stunning and unique pieces of jewellery – the perfect gift for your favourite person, or a treat for you!
Get punchy with yarn: Needle punching workshop
Fancy creating the fluffiest, most colourful home decor ever? Then it’s time to get wonderfully tactile with a needle punching workshop! This accessible and enjoyable activity allows you to create textured designs and artwork using colourful yarns and a specialized needle. It's a wonderfully creative and satisfying experience, perfect for crafting unique home décor items or expressing your artistic flair through textiles.
I joined the punch needle class to try something new, and it was fantastic! Natasha was really friendly, patient, and made sure everyone understood the technique. The venue was cozy and perfect for a creative class. It was absolutely worth the cost, and I loved the relaxed, hands-on atmosphere most of all! Mariona, ClassBento Crafter
Miniature beauty: Marbled vase and dried flower bouquet workshop
Feeling adventurous? Try two crafts in one and combine the beauty of marbling with the delicate charm of dried flowers in this delightful Manchester experience. You'll learn how to create a colourful marbled mini vase and then fill it with a carefully curated selection of dried blooms to create a lasting and unique decorative piece for your home.
Craft your own sparkle: Silver ring making workshop
Design and create your very own piece of wearable art in an expert-led silver ring making workshop in the city. Located in a gorgeous studio, this class will introduce you to the fundamental techniques of working with precious silver, guiding you step-by-step to craft a beautiful and personalized ring. It’s a great way to spend your downtime, whether you’re an accessory fan or just fancy becoming a jewellery designer for a day!
Runs regularly
Northern Quarter
1 to 40 guests
6 years in business
Preserve nature's elegance: Dried flower cloche workshop
Looking for a way to display your favourite dried flowers? This dried flower cloche workshop makes a lovely way to spend an afternoon, packed with soothing nature and calming crafts. You'll learn how to arrange and preserve dried blooms within a glass cloche, creating a timeless and beautiful display piece for your home – or the perfect gift for your favourite person!
Explore the urban wild: Food foraging class
Fancy escaping the city and connecting with nature? This urban wild food foraging class makes an exciting experience day in Manchester, where you'll learn how to identify edible wild plants growing in urban environments and discover hidden culinary treasures right under your nose. Whether you’re a keen foodie who’d like to learn more about wild ingredients, or a nature lover looking to boost your plant knowledge, this is a great way to spend a sunny afternoon!
Witness the magic: Introduction to glass blowing taster class
Prepare to be amazed by the mesmerizing art of glass blowing! In these introductory taster classes, you'll gain a fascinating glimpse into the incredible process of shaping molten glass into breathtaking forms. It makes a truly unique and unforgettable experience day in Manchester, offering a rare opportunity to witness skilled artisans at work and try your hand at this ancient and awe-inspiring craft.
Create your own aromatic bars: Soap making workshop
Learn the delightful and practical art of crafting your own beautifully scented soaps in an aromatherapy and artisan soap workshop in the city. These fragrant activities in Manchester will guide you through the process of blending natural ingredients and aromatic essential oils to create personalised and wonderfully cleansing bars. Perfect for health and beauty fans and eco-warriors alike, this is a great class for anyone who’s keen to boost bathtime!
Bring the desert indoors: Potted cactus candle workshop
Looking for quirky and creative Manchester experiences? This potted cactus candle workshop lets you craft a charmingly realistic cactus candle nestled in its own little pot. You'll learn the secrets of candle making and how to create intricate details that mimic the textures of a desert plant. If you’ve ever fancied adding a touch of botanical charm to your decor (but don’t have green fingers!) then this is the workshop for you!
Really fun class with an excellent teacher. Our cactuses were absolutely lovely. We were stopped by several people on the way home wanting to look at them and find out where we got them! Cathryne Bell, ClassBento Crafter
Master the art of texture: Sgraffito hand-built mugs masterclass
Get hands-on with clay and discover the fascinating technique of Sgraffito in this hand-built mugs masterclass, where you’ll become a potter for a day. This engaging experience will teach you how to create unique textured designs on your handmade mugs by scratching through layers of coloured slip; from simple shapes and lines to more complex designs, the only limit is your own imagination.
Spice up your life: Pakora making Indian cooking class
Embark on a flavourful culinary adventure with a pakora making Indian cooking class right here in the city. This delicious activity in Manchester will guide you through the art of creating crispy and flavourful pakoras, a beloved Indian snack, so you can whip up batches of your own at home. A great way to fill hungry tummies and impress friends and family!
Creative Manchester Experiences to level up your weekend
So there you have it – fifteen fantastic workshops that are anything but boring! Ditch the humdrum and dive into these unique activities in Manchester for an unforgettable weekend. Get booking and prepare for some serious fun!
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