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Spend two hours painting your own pair of dinner candles at The Greenery @ Debbie Bryan, then settle into a classic cream tea with mini scones. A beginner-friendly workshop ideal for Mother’s Day, creative dates, or a hands-on souvenir in Nottingham.
Spend two hours painting your own pair of dinner candles at The Greenery @ Debbie Bryan, then settle into a classic cream tea with mini scones. A beginner-friendly workshop ideal for Mother’s Day, creative dates, or a hands-on souvenir in Nottingham.
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Operated by Debbie Bryan · Nottingham, England
Bright afternoon light pours through the tall street windows of The Greenery @ Debbie Bryan on St. Peter’s Gate in central Nottingham, setting a calm stage for two hours of slow, deliberate creativity. Candle Painting with Cream Tea is a compact workshop that pairs practical instruction with a cozy British treat: you paint a pair of dinner candles, learn techniques from the Debbie Bryan team, and pause for tea and miniature homemade scones served with clotted cream (vegan alternatives available). This short, social class starts at The Greenery, 1st Floor, 4-6 St. Peter's Gate, Nottingham, NG1 2JG, and runs about two hours for groups up to 25. You’ll be given two coloured dinner candles, candle paints, brushes, and an illustrative design sheet; an introduction covers brush handling, layering, and how heat will affect pigments on wax. The pace suits beginners and teens, and the structure encourages experimentation rather than precision—perfect for a Mother’s Day weekend treat or a low-stakes creative date. What makes this workshop stand out in Nottingham’s urban fabric is the pairing of craft with convivial hospitality. In a city known for the Lace Market’s industrial past and compact Georgian streets, this class offers hands-on making inside a light-filled retail studio, turning ordinary tableware into personal keepsakes. The materials emphasize tactile learning: soft wax surfaces, water-based paints formulated for candles, and compact brushes that reward control. The result is both decorative and functional—candles you’ll happily burn or display. Practical notes: arrive a few minutes early to find the 1st-floor entrance and claim a seat by the window if you like natural light; the session includes tea, coffee or cordial plus two mini scones—classic mixed fruit and raspberry & coconut—with clotted cream and jam. Though pricing and cancellation details vary, the activity is suitable for adults and teens and accommodates vegan cream alternatives. Beyond the workshop, the area rewards a short stroll: explore the Lace Market’s architecture, check independent shops on St. Peter’s Gate, or sit by a nearby café to photograph your finished pieces. Whether you’re gifting a handmade pair to someone special or keeping them as a reminder of an easy creative afternoon, Candle Painting with Cream Tea compresses a quaint British ritual and an approachable craft into a tidy, memorable two hours in the heart of Nottingham. Bring an apron or wear clothes you don’t mind spotting, and consider a small tote to protect finished candles while they cure. If you’re booking for a group, arrive together and allow time to browse nearby craft shops afterwards. Reserve early during holiday weekends such as Mother’s Day, when seats fill quickly and the studio hums with friendly conversation. Enjoy the process.
easy.
2 hours.
Minimal physical exertion; fine motor control recommended for painting.
Two coloured dinner candles, candle paints, brushes, an illustrative design sheet, instruction from the Debbie Bryan team, and tea plus a duo of homemade mini scones.
The class runs approximately two hours as listed in the event details.
The session is suitable for adults and teens; check the venue for minimum age specifics if booking with younger children.
Yes—vegan alternatives to clotted cream will be provided on request.
Meet at The Greenery @ Debbie Bryan, 1st Floor, 4-6 St. Peter's Gate, Nottingham, NG1 2JG.
The class accommodates groups up to 25 participants per the listing.
St. Peter’s Gate sits close to Nottingham’s Lace Market, a 19th-century textile quarter that shaped the city’s industrial heritage.
The workshop uses water-based candle paints and encourages taking home leftovers to reduce studio waste; reuse candles responsibly by trimming wicks and burning safely.
Debbie Bryan is a Nottingham-based creative studio and tea room specialising in hands-on craft workshops, knitting classes, and curated afternoon tea experiences. Located in the Lace Market district, the venue hosts a wide range of sessions for adults, teens and children, including knitting workshops (Intarsia, Gansey, Fair Isle, beginners), seasonal craft of the month sessions, plate and glass painting, wreath making, embroidery, candle painting, and clay play. Many sessions are led by experienced tutors and visiting specialists, including award-winning knitwear designer Tanya for advanced knitting workshops. The team at Debbie Bryan provides all materials, step-by-step instruction and a relaxed, social environment suitable for beginners through advanced makers. The on-site tea room offers more than twenty specialty teas alongside freshly prepared sandwiches, scones and cakes, and table reservations can be credited towards food and drink. Regular seasonal offerings and themed events — such as Christmas wreath-making and monthly craft features — ensure a varied calendar for visitors and gift-bookings. The business emphasises careful preparation, small group sizes and a focus on craftsmanship to help attendees complete a memorable handmade keepsake. Debbie Bryan operates public craft sessions, private group bookings and children’s crafternoons designed for family-friendly creativity. The combination of practical tuition, hospitality and a central Nottingham location makes Debbie Bryan a reliable choice for those seeking creative days out, skill-building workshops, and memorable afternoon tea experiences. Bookings are available online and as gift vouchers, and the venue accommodates both individual learners and bespoke private events for groups of varied sizes comfortably.
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