Workshops & Classes Events in Reading
52 upcoming workshops & classes events
Reading's workshops and classes scene offers a refreshing blend of creative exploration and practical skill-building. From the bustling atmosphere of Jelly Broad St Mall to the unique settings of Lola Lo and the open air of Forbury Gardens, learning opportunities abound. Discover hands-on sessions that tap into the town's rich history, perhaps exploring traditional crafts or delving into modern creative pursuits. Whether you're keen to pick up a new hobby, refine an existing talent, or simply enjoy a different way to spend your time, Reading provides a welcoming environment for curious minds. Horsepond Farm, for instance, offers a tranquil backdrop for nature-focused workshops, showcasing the diverse appeal of the city's educational offerings.
As of August 2026, EventsList.co.uk lists 52 upcoming workshops & classes events in Reading, South East England, including 3 free to attend. Each listing is updated three times daily from verified UK ticketing sources and includes the date, venue, price and a direct booking link.
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Teen Art Space
📍 Jelly
£7.50 - £15.00
FREEReading Bachata Wednesdays - Classes + FREE Social Party
📍 Wesley Methodist Church
Flutes with Frank and Whistle Craft
📍 RBWM Maidenhead Library
£2.50
Come and Try Softball This Summer
📍 NMCC Sports Bar
Kids Art Class
📍 Buckler's Forest
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Guided woodland walks at Basildon Park
📍 Basildon Park
Create a Bonsai Experience in a Streamside Garden
FREEAncient Disability Stories Workshop: Dwarfism
📍 Ure Museum of Greek Archaeology
FREEAncient Disability Stories Workshop: mobility impairment
📍 Ure Museum of Greek Archaeology
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Visually Impaired sessions with trained volunteers
📍 Sandham Memorial Chapel
Women's picnic & paint - Reading
📍 Caversham Court Garden
£19.12
Paint with Pals - Bartons Mill, Basingstoke
📍 Bartons Mill
Newbury Life Drawing August "Drink and Draw"
📍 The High Horse
£10.00 - £12.50
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Basildon Summer Evenings - Explore the night sky with Reading Astronomical Society
📍 Basildon Park
Beekeeping Taster Session
📍 Stratfield Saye
Community Art Space
📍 Jelly
Fiction Vixen Book Bedazzling
📍 Cosy Club
Family Creative Workshop – Exploring 2D Art
📍 Reading Bike Hub
FREE Year 7 Transition Workshop
📍 Explore Learning Reading
Unplugged Cafe - Wantage
📍 Memorial Park
Sip & Paint - Reading
📍 Alto Lounge
£16.00
Reading Property Meet
📍 Thames LIDO
£6.00 - £30.36
Wantage Life Drawing August 28th "Drink & Draw"
📍 The King Alfred's Head
2 day "Patina" Abstract art workshop
📍 26 Lexington Ave
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Workshops & Classes Events in Reading — Your Complete Guide
Reading's workshop scene is a thriving, creative corner of the city's cultural life. From ceramics, life drawing and lino printing to coding bootcamps, breadmaking masterclasses and perfume-making sessions, the city's workshop listings cater to every interest and skill level.
Creative workshops have seen a huge surge in popularity in recent years, driven by a growing appetite for hands-on, screen-free experiences that teach something real. Reading's studios, arts centres, independent makers' spaces, and community halls host hundreds of workshops every month, run by skilled local artisans, tutors, and practitioners who are passionate about sharing their craft.
Whether you're a complete beginner looking for a sociable taster session or an experienced maker looking to deepen a specific skill, Reading's workshop programme offers something to match. Many sessions include all materials, a small group format, and a take-home piece to show for your afternoon's work.
Workshops in Reading make excellent gifts and are particularly popular for hen parties, birthdays, and team-building days. Most sessions last 2–3 hours and are designed to be accessible to all — no prior experience is needed unless specified. Book early, as popular sessions (especially pottery, painting and cocktail-making) often sell out weeks in advance.