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Spend two hours crafting a custom Christmas wreath with Alice at The Outside In on Skeldergate. Enjoy a complimentary York Gin & Tonic, leave with a spring bulb basket, and learn practical tips for packing and aftercare.
Spend two hours crafting a custom Christmas wreath with Alice at The Outside In on Skeldergate. Enjoy a complimentary York Gin & Tonic, leave with a spring bulb basket, and learn practical tips for packing and aftercare.
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Outside In • Christmas Wreath workshop brings hands-on holiday craft to York's Skeldergate, just off the River Ouse. At The Outside In, plant-studio owner Alice leads a relaxed two-hour session where you'll build a seasonal wreath, personalise the design, and sip a complimentary York Gin & Tonic while you work. The meeting point is the small raised bed garden on Skeldergate (shared with Emperor's Gym); enter through that garden and turn immediately left—The Outside In is just down the steps near the York Distillery entrance. The format is simple and generous: Alice supplies natural materials, structural frames and an aftercare guide, and helps you shape evergreen, holly sprigs and textural fillers into a wreath that sits flat on a door or hangs with a ribbon. The workshop also includes a finished spring bulb basket to take home, packed in a sturdy bag for transport, plus tips on how to care for bulbs and extend the life of your wreath. The combination of plant-focused technique and a local York Gin G&T makes the experience both social and quietly skill-building—perfect for a solo creative hour or a holiday outing with friends. What makes this a special stop in York’s outdoor recreation and craft scene is its location and tone. The entrance on Skeldergate places you close to the River Ouse and the brick-lined streets of central York, while the raised bed garden and distillery-adjacent setting give the workshop an urban-garden feel that’s rare for holiday craft classes. Alice’s teaching is practical: expect clear demonstrations on wiring, layering, and finishing touches, plus practical packing advice so your wreath survives the journey home. Come prepared to get hands-on. Wear clothing you don’t mind spotting with sap, and bring a transport box if you plan to travel far after the class. The workshop suits beginners; no prior experience is necessary, and the relaxed pace lets everyone work at their own speed. The Outside In also supports small-batch, seasonal materials—ask your host about locally foraged accents and sustainable sourcing during the session. In short, this workshop is part craft lesson, part social hour: a compact, well-staffed experience that lets you leave York with a handmade, holiday-ready wreath, plant-care knowledge, and a story about creating something by hand in the city's small urban garden on Skeldergate. Plan to arrive a few minutes early so check-in at the shared raised bed is smooth and you can enjoy your York Gin & Tonic before starting. If you are travelling by public transport, Skeldergate is within walking distance of central York; there are also nearby parking options but check local restrictions. Bring a small box and wear something washable—this creative session rewards patience and leaves you with a lasting keepsake, indeed.
easy.
2 hours.
Minimal physical exertion; suitable for most activity levels as the workshop is seated and craft-focused.
The session runs about two hours, enough time to design and finish a wreath and receive aftercare tips.
Materials for the wreath, a finished spring bulb basket, an aftercare guide, a sturdy bag for transport, and a complimentary York Gin & Tonic are included.
Meet at the small raised bed garden on Skeldergate (shared with Emperor's Gym); enter through the garden and turn immediately left—the venue is just down the steps near the York Distillery entrance.
Yes. Alice provides step-by-step guidance and techniques suitable for first-timers and experienced makers alike.
There are no specific age limits listed; children may attend with supervision but check with the host for suitability and safety.
Yes. Skeldergate is within walking distance of central York train and bus connections; check local parking if driving.
York is a city with deep Roman and Viking roots; the workshop sits in the historic central area near the River Ouse and evolving craft scene.
The Outside In emphasizes seasonal, small-batch materials and offers aftercare guidance to extend the life of wreaths and bulbs, helping reduce waste.
York Distillery, located in York, England, is a boutique distillery and tasting venue offering hands-on gin workshops, guided tastings and a speakeasy-style bar. The distillery’s programme includes make-your-own-gin workshops where participants take part in a guided tasting, learn the history of gin, select botanicals from the on-site garden and distill a personalised 700ml bottle to take home. Alongside gin workshops, York Distillery runs a range of tasting events: wine and crisps evenings, beer and crisps tastings led by expert Emma Moore, festive sparkling wine events, Champagne tastings for New Year, and mixed drink-and-cheese seasonal sessions. The venue also provides gin tastings and curated flights of spirits, wines and beers in a cosy speakeasy setting, with generous serves and storytelling around each pour. Experiences are designed for small groups, special events and casual evenings out. Guided formats and named hosts provide structure and insight during tastings, while hands-on workshops offer a practical distillation takeaway. York Distillery balances education and entertainment, making events suitable for enthusiasts and newcomers. Booking details, availability and specific event timings are listed on the distillery’s events or booking pages. All offerings are presented in a relaxed, social environment in York, emphasising flavour discovery, crafted spirits and seasonal celebrations.
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