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Calke Crafternoons

Tue 25 Aug · 13:30

Calke Abbey

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About This Event

Calke Crafternoons is a series of craft sessions at Calke Abbey in Derby, where participants can get creative in the Walled Kitchen Garden as part of the Summer of Play.

As part of Summer of Play, supported by Pokémon, get creative in the Walled Kitchen Garden with a series of craft sessions.

Tuesday 21 July: Create a bug magnifying glass (suitable for ages 3+)

Thursday 23 July: Kite decorating (3+)

Tuesday 28 July: Making bug wands (3+)

Thursday 30 July: Decorate your own coasters (5+)

Tuesday 4 August: Colour in your own puppet (3+)

Thursday 6 August: Design your own tote bag (5+)

Tuesday 11 August: Sew your own puppet (5+)

Tuesday 18 August: Cross stitch bookmark (5+)

Thursday 20 August: Design your own frisbee (5+)

Tuesday 25 August: Decorate a cress head flowerpot (5+)

Tuesday 1 September: Clay creations (3+)

Thursday 3 September: Air dry clay (3+)

All materials are provided and children must be accompanied by an adult. The workshops will be held under shelter.

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Weather on the day

Mainly clear · 22°C

Feels like 18°C · Chance of rain 0% · Wind 23 km/h

Forecast from Open-Meteo, updated 2 hours ago. Accuracy drops beyond a few days out.

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Frequently asked questions

Calke Crafternoons takes place on Tuesday, 25 August 2026 at 13:30. The event runs until Thursday, 3 September 2026.

Calke Crafternoons is held at Calke Abbey in Derby (Ticknall, Derby, Derbyshire).

Tickets for Calke Crafternoons can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

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