Hobbies & New Skills
Explore a new direction or fulfil a lifelong ambition with our inspiring range of hobby experiences, for the gift that keeps on giving!
We offer great hobby and skill gift options from photography classes to dance lessons, whether you want to plan a fun-filled day out or just want to try something new. Why not try your hand at learning the basic skills of pottery at the legendary Wedgwood factory, or enjoy a cupcake decorating class? Whether it's developing new skills or indulging a favourite hobby, there's something for everyone.
Real Customer Stories
Get inspired by these stories.
Soj · 28-03-2026
Great afternoon
Great afternoon learning how perfumes are categorised and layered. A true sensory overload and an opportunity to learn and be creative. Thanks to the team for a well run session.
Design a Bespoke Perfume Platinum Experience for Two
Darcy · 10-06-2025
Super
Took our grandson aged 4we all loved it the train was spotlessly clean very friendly the guard even invited our grandson into the cab which he loved would definitely recommend excellent value
Fun Family Experience Days Out
Jay · 21-09-2025
Great experience
Really enjoyed this. The venue was lovely, very personal (just the two of us) and Kelly made us very welcome.
Design a Bespoke Perfume Platinum Experience for One
Anita · 01-09-2022
Brilliant day
Absolutely brilliant day from start to finish. Friendly staff who took good care of us all. Loads of encouragement too. Made a fabulous piece to bring home. Loved it. Will def do it again.
Blacksmith for a Day in Herefordshire for One Person
Mojo · 28-11-2025
Brilliant Day
Absolutely loved our day at Poppins Pottery, great coaching and a lovely warm atmosphere, enjoyed every minute of it!! Mastering that wheel is an art ????
Pottery Wheel Experience at Poppins Pottery for Two
Liz · 03-04-2022
Brilliant day out for two
The team at Oldfield Forge were just brilliant, as was Zac our tour guide at Westons. What an amazing day out - would highly recommend.
Blacksmith Day and Westons Cider Tour for Two in Herefordshire
Olly · 27-07-2025
Wonderful time
Great experience lovely people hosting we really really had a fabulous time
Potters Wheel Workshop Experience for Two Adults at Eastnor Pottery
Jem&meg · 14-06-2025
What a wonderful day!
Great from start to finish. Rachel showed the method and followed by supporting each member of the group as we made our pieces. The studio is lovely, the support is wonderful (including little Tom!) A real positive introduction to throwing on the wheel! Would recommend!
Ceramics Pottery Workshop with Rachel Byass for One