Do I need painting experience?

No experience required; the coach provides step-by-step tuition designed for beginners and returners alike.

What is included in the ticket price?

A 10 x 12" canvas, all workshop materials, guided instruction, and the premium tablescaped setup are included.

How long is the session and what time does it run?

Sessions are two hours long; the advertised Paint and Sip Night runs 7:00–9:00 PM for this listing.

Drinks are available to purchase from the club bar and are not included in the ticket price.

What age is suitable for this event?

The minimum age is 12. Guests under 18 should check any venue-specific rules or be accompanied by an adult.

Can I take my finished painting home?

Yes — you keep your completed 10 x 12" canvas at the end of the session to frame or display at home.

Paint and Sip Night at Churchdown Club: Winter Escape Workshop in Gloucester | Paint and Sip | Workshop

Paint and Sip Night at Churchdown Club unfolds in Churchdown, on the eastern edge of Gloucester near Tewkesbury in Gloucestershire, United Kingdom. Hosted at Churchdown Club, Church Rd, Gloucester GL3 2ER, this two‑hour evening pairs approachable step‑by‑step tuition with a relaxed pub atmosphere so you can leave with a finished painting and a lighter head. The session, run by Paint Pot Parties — Gloucestershire’s award‑winning art workshop company — guides beginners and curious locals through “Winter Escape,” a snowy cabin scene rendered on a 10 x 12" canvas. All materials are included, premium tablescaping creates a sociable workspace, and a trained art coach walks the group through composition, layering, and simple brush techniques. Drinks are available to purchase from the club bar, and tickets are priced at £20 per person; the minimum age is 12. What makes this evening special is less about technique and more about place. Churchdown sits beneath Churchdown Hill, a local limestone rise that offers wide views across the Severn Vale to the Malvern Hills — an immediate reminder that creativity in Gloucestershire often happens with landscape in mind. After class you can stretch your legs with a short drive to Churchdown Hill viewpoints or head into Tewkesbury for a look at its medieval abbey and riverside streets. The workshop suits anyone who wants a convivial creative night out: no prior experience is needed, but the session teaches skills that translate to home practice. It’s an excellent option for low-key date nights, small groups, or solo travelers who want an evening activity that connects you with locals. The smaller canvas and guided approach mean you’ll complete a framed-ready piece to take home. Practical details matter: arrive a little early to settle in and order drinks; wear clothes you don’t mind getting paint on or bring an apron; spaces are limited so book early. The format keeps waste low — canvases are taken home and paints are managed on-site — and the social, small-class setting supports careful instruction and community atmosphere. During the workshop the coach breaks the painting into manageable stages — blocking in large shapes, building midtones, and finishing with highlights and texture — so participants get practical techniques they can reuse at home. The class emphasizes color mixing and simple brushwork rather than tight realism, making it forgiving for first-timers. Finished canvases are gallery-ready for small frames, and a completed painting makes a gift. Because spaces are limited, events sell out; book early.

About Paint Pot Parties

Paint Pot Parties is a creative events company based at The Old Kennels in England. The business runs guided painting workshops, pop-up art nights, family sessions and seasonal specials hosted at restaurants, theatres, studios and outdoor venues across the region. Events include family paint and picnic mornings, Paint & Pudding evenings, Paint & Pizza nights, Paint & Sip workshops, kids’ pumpkin and Halloween sessions, decoupage skull workshops, Barre & Brushstrokes and themed community pop-ups.

Workshops are led by experienced artists and therapeutic art coaches, with several sessions explicitly guided by art coach Brydie. Many events are described as suitable for all skill levels and include clear instruction, stencil or traceable options, and supplied materials where noted. Public pop-ups have taken place at venues such as Cotswold Lounge (Chipping Norton), Gupshill Manor (Tewkesbury), Stroud Brewery, Cattivo (Cirencester), Rose & Crown (Redmarley), The Globe (Stonehouse), Brasserie Blanc (Cheltenham), Dunkertons Park, Swan Theatre (Worcester), Topoly's (Gloucester), The Plough (Prestbury), Norton Grounds and other local establishments named in event listings.

Paint Pot Parties programs combine social dining and painting — for example, workshops paired with pizza, bruschetta, brunch or seasonal puddings — and occasional performance-led evenings like the Drag Arty Party. Tickets are offered per event, often with limited availability, and the company promotes engaging, accessible creative experiences for families, friends and community groups.

Booking information and dates are provided per event, and many nights are hosted in partnership with local restaurants, bars, galleries and community clubs. Attendees can expect social atmospheres, step-by-step instruction, and take-home artworks at the end often.