How long is the workshop?

Each session runs approximately two hours, typically 7–9pm.

What does the £20 ticket include?

The £20 price covers all materials—canvas, paints and brushes—and step-by-step instruction.

Do I need painting experience?

No experience is necessary; workshops are tailored for beginners with guided instruction.

Where does the class meet?

Meeting point: The Crown Inn, Pagenhill, Stroud. Check the booking page for any venue updates.

Is the event suitable for children?

Minimum age is 12; younger attendees should be accompanied as needed and check supervision policies.

What about accessibility?

Accessibility details are not listed in the listing—contact the host in advance if you need mobility support or accommodations.

paint-and-sip-night-the-crown-inn-stroud-guided-beginner-art-workshops | Paint and Sip | Workshop

At The Crown Inn in Pagenhill, Stroud, Paint & Sip Night invites locals and visitors to trade an evening pint for a palette and brush. Hosted by Paint Pot Parties, Gloucestershire’s leading creative events company, these monthly, artist-led workshops run 7–9pm and are designed for beginners; no experience is required. For a flat £20 per person everything you need is supplied: canvas, paints, brushes and step‑by‑step instruction so you can relax, sip, and leave with a finished piece.

Sessions are short and focused—two hours of guided painting, social conversation, and hands-on practice. Upcoming themes include Wednesday 20th May – Safari Sunset, Wednesday 17th June – Blossom the Baby Coo, and Wednesday 15th July – Colin the Cotswold Sheep. The meeting point is The Crown Inn, Pagenhill, Stroud; minimum age is 12, and the informal pub setting makes it a great midweek escape for solo travelers, couples, and small groups.

This event sits on the edge of the Cotswolds, a landscape of honey-colored limestone, small stone barns and rolling commons that has shaped local craft traditions for centuries. That regional character sneaks into the class themes—Cotswold sheep make a recurring subject—and the workshop’s convivial pub setting feels distinctly Gloucestershire.

What makes this offering stand out is its accessibility and atmosphere. Paint Pot Parties combines award-winning facilitation with a pub’s relaxed energy so novices aren’t intimidated by technique. Everything is provided and instruction is incremental: instructors break down composition, color mixing and brushwork into manageable steps so participants progress visibly across the evening.

Whether you’re holidaying in nearby Stroud or Tewkesbury, this is a low-commitment creative night with a clear payoff: a framed-for-now canvas and a pleasant social memory. Practical details are tidy—arrive a few minutes early to pick your spot, bring a drink from the bar if you like, and expect to walk away with a finished piece and new friends. The workshop is also a thoughtful gift idea or a casual date-night alternative.

If you’re chasing an easy, local cultural fix between hikes on Minchinhampton Common or visits to Painswick Rococo Garden, a Paint & Sip night delivers hands-on creativity without pretense. Book through the event page to secure one of the limited seats and plan to spend two hours making something original in the friendly, slightly boisterous ambiance of The Crown Inn.

Materials are included and sessions suit absolute beginners; instructors will demonstrate techniques for composition, background washes and textured fur effects used in the themed pieces. Spaces are limited and often sell out, so book early via the provided referral link. Accessibility details are not listed—contact the host ahead if mobility support is needed. Expect a sociable room where conversation and creativity share the table and lasting keepsakes.

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.