Do I need painting experience?

No—this class is beginner-friendly and the instructor provides step-by-step guidance suitable for first-timers.

What is included in the ticket price?

All painting materials (canvas, paints, brushes) and two hours of tuition are included; drinks are sold separately at the pub bar.

What is the minimum age?

The minimum age is 14; those under 18 should check local supervision requirements when booking.

Can I bring my own drinks or food?

Drinks and nibbles are available to purchase from The Kings Arms bar; outside alcohol is typically not allowed—ask the host if you have special requests.

How do I book or cancel?

Book through the provided referral link. Cancellation details are managed by the booking provider—check your ticket terms when you purchase.

Is the venue accessible?

Accessibility information isn’t provided in the listing—contact the booking provider or The Kings Arms directly if you need specific access accommodations.

Paint and Sip Night at The Kings Arms Prestbury: Beginner-Friendly Owl Painting in the Cotswolds | Paint and Sip | Workshop

On a midweek evening in Prestbury, creativity spills from a small table at The Kings Arms, High Street, Prestbury, Cheltenham, where Paint and Sip Night invites beginners to trade phone screens for paintbrushes. This two-hour workshop—run as a friendly, guided session—walks you step-by-step through a cheerful canvas titled "Owl Love You, Always & Forever." All materials are supplied, and the pub’s bar stays open so you can sip while you paint. At £20 per person and a minimum age of 14, it’s an affordable, low-commitment way to try something new.

The scene is intimate: a long wooden table, pint glasses catching the amber pub light, palettes of acrylics lined up like small islands of color. The Kings Arms sits on Prestbury’s High Street amid honey-colored Cotswold stone buildings and the quiet geometry of village life, making this workshop feel simultaneously local and special. The event works because it leans into the place—the comfortable hum of a neighborhood pub, friendly instruction, and a subject that’s playful enough for total beginners yet open to interpretation by more confident painters.

This is a social craft experience as much as a creative one. Couples celebrate a relaxed date night; friends trade jokes while learning brush techniques; solo travelers can join a table and meet locals. The tutor gives clear, direct instruction—mix colors, build shapes, and add character—so that by the end of two hours most participants leave with a finished canvas and the confidence to paint again at home. Drinks and nibbles are available to buy from the bar, but aprons aren’t provided, so wear something you don’t mind marking.

Why book this in Prestbury? It’s a quick cultural detour from nearby Cheltenham or Tewkesbury, and it highlights how rural communities host creative evenings that are accessible and well-priced. The workshop also offers a tactile alternative to the usual pub night, attaching a souvenir you made yourself to an evening out.

Practical notes: spaces are limited and events sell out—book early via the provided referral link. Allow two hours, arrive a few minutes early to settle in, and plan to take your canvas home. Whether you’re trying painting for the first time or looking for a low-pressure creative night out, this Paint and Sip at The Kings Arms transforms a traditional High Street pub into a bright, hands-on art studio.

Bring a reusable cup if you prefer to limit single-use disposables, and plan to carry your finished canvas upright on the train or in a vehicle to avoid smudges. The session doubles as a thoughtful gift: bring someone who might appreciate a relaxed creative evening, or book several spots for a small celebration. Hosts recommend arriving slightly early to choose your seat and settle.

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.