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Join the Winchester Cathedral Learning Team for an hour of crafting and story time.
Children's Art
5th, 13th and 28th August 2025
Summer family craft workshops
DATE & TIME
5th, 13th and 28th August 2025Location
North Transept of Winchester CathedralPrice
£5 adult/ £5 childBooking
Book online, call 01962 857 275 or book in-person at the Box Office inside Winchester CathedralTaking place on various dates throughout August, each week’s craft activity will have a brand new theme and is based on mythical creatures found in the Cathedral.
At the end of the session you’ll have created your own souvenir and enjoyed a story time in the beautiful surroundings of the cathedral’s North Transept.
We have planned for this activity to last an hour, which includes time for an introduction, time to listen to a story and time to wash hands at the end. We understand that some children may be finished before the end of the session, so if you wish to leave before the end, that is not a problem.
Please note that activities are subject to change.
All workshops are suitable for ages 3-11.
If you have any questions please contact Emma Bourner, Director of Learning: emma.bourner@winchester-cathedral.org.uk
Upcoming workshops
Tuesday 5th August – Wyverns
Timeslots: 10.00am – 11.00am / 11.15am – 12.15pm. Click ‘book now’ to secure your preferred slot.
At the end of this session, you will have made a Wyvern from a paper plate and card. Please note that these may still be wet when the workshop finishes, so you may want to bring something to take it home in.
Wednesday 13th August – Pegasus
Timeslots: 10.00am – 11.00am / 11.15am – 12.15pm. Click ‘book now’ to secure your preferred slot.
At the end of this session, you will have made a picture of a pegasus flying with a 3D wing. Please note that these may still be wet when the workshop finishes so you may want to bring something to take it home in.
Thursday 28th August – Green Man
Timeslots: 10.00am – 11.00am / 11.15am – 12.15pm. Click ‘book now’ to secure your preferred slot.
At the end of this session you will have made a green man face from a paper plate. Please note that these may still be wet when the workshop finishes so you may want to bring something to take it home in.
With regard to the workshops, we are huge fans! They are great value for money, a fun and well organised session which is led by lovely helpful ladies! I really wouldn’t change a thing about them, the location is fab and cosy. We love attending and will definitely be keeping our eyes peeled for future sessions of which we hope there will be many more!Previous craft workshop atendee
Important Information
Please read before booking
- Children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of these workshops (No more than 3 children per adult).
- Tickets for the workshops are £5 per person whether you are an adult or a child.
- No more than 3 children with any one adult please.
- Those under 3 are welcome to attend but, if they wish to take part, you will need to purchase a £5 ticket for them too.
- Those under 3 and not participating are welcome to attend but please add to your basket a zero cost ticket so we can plan ahead for possible buggy access / storage during the session.
- There are a limited number of places for each session so please book as early as you can to avoid any disappointment.
- Before booking, please make sure you are aware what age range the workshop is aimed at.
- For accessibility information click here.
- If you’d prefer not to book online, you’re welcome to pop into the cathedral and book your tickets directly at the Box Office or alternatively you can call the Box Office on 01962 857 275.
Please read before attending
- Please book early to avoid disappointment as each workshop will have a limited number of spaces.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of these workshops (No more than 3 children per adult).
- Please note, tickets for these events must be booked in advance so the Learning Team can prepare adequate resources.
- Those under 3 and too young to take part are free of charge but a ticket must be booked for them.
- Please be aware these workshops are taking place inside the Cathedral in the North Transept.
- Any questions, please email emma.bourner@winchester-cathedral.org.uk
It was very well planned with lots of materials to use. I liked the mix of creative craft work and calm story time. It was also nice to come away with a successful finished product which was achievable for all the children there. Both my grandaughter and I enjoyed it and we will be back for more in the summer.Previous craft workshop atendee
Did you know that each craft is based on an animal found inside the cathedral?
Why not complete the Amazing Animals trail to see if you can find each animal. Click on the trail below to use a digital version, or pick up a printed copy from the Welcome Desk. An annual pass to the cathedral grants you access for a whole year, book your annual pass today.
Visit the Cafe, Gift Shop or Deanery Bookshop to complete your day
Make a day of it
After you’ve completed the workshop, pop to the Cathedral Cafe for a lunchtime pit-stop and dine beside an ancient flint wall, with views of the cathedral.
Shop for unique gifts and souvenirs inspired by the life, history and treasures of Winchester Cathedral at the Gift Shop, or browse through the second hand books at the Deanery Bookshop.