New Skills
Self-improvement’s all the rage these days, making yourself that little bit more fancy with a fresh talent to show off at the next gathering, dinner party or Instagram post. We’ve gathered together some of our more skilful experiences here for you to peruse ahead of a future day out. Learn pottery, tend some teensy busy bees (with organic refreshments throughout the day too), get hands on with some glass and make a work of art: there’s a world of skills and improvement in the lists below, so get ready to become jack of a new trade with one of these memory-making hands-on experiences. With several experiences for two, you can share in the skill-learning too!
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Stargazing Experience for Two with Dark Sky Wales
Wales - Powys(40)- Discover the magic of stargazing together at Brecon Beacons observatory
- Learn about celestial objects from expert astronomers
- Available seven days a week from July to May
£50Build Your Own Watch with Bespoke Engraving at Kartel Scotland
Scotland - St Andrews- Build your own bespoke watch to keep
- Enjoy local whisky, beer and snacks throughout
- Available Monday to Saturday
£175Spend a Day Forging Your Own Knife at Oldfield Forge
Herefordshire - Hereford- Discover the fundamentals of knife-making and its traditional techniques
- Make and take home your own forged knife
- Available seven days a week throughout the year
£169Get Creative with a Fun Painting Class for Two at Brush Party
- Get creative together with this fun painting class courtesy of Brush Party
- Interactive and energetic, watch your blank canvas transform in approximately 3 hours
- Available on selected dates throughout the year at over 50 locations
£64Introduction to Pottery for Two at Eastnor Pottery
Herefordshire - Ledbury(21)- Tap into your creative side with a pottery class in idyllic rural surroundings
- Make two pots each, with expert guidance throughout
- Available Tuesday to Saturday
£79Ultimate Crime Scene Investigation Experience Day for Two
West Yorkshire - Huddersfield(5)- Take on the roles of crime scene investigators and forensic scientists in a full day experience for two
- Get hands-on with professional equipment and techniques as you learn from experts
- Available on selected weekend dates throughout the year
£198Crime Scene Investigation Experience
West Yorkshire - Huddersfield(9)- Experience some real(ish)-life Crime Scene Investigation at a unique and authentic CSI centre
- Delve into a crime scene and use professional skills and technology to catch the bad guys
- Available twice daily on Saturdays throughout the year
£59- EXCLUSIVE
Full Day Glass Blowing Experience Class
Buckinghamshire - Westcott(3)- Get creative and experience the ancient art of glass blowing
- Make two ornamental pieces of your own, led by expert tutors
- Available selected weekend days from September to May
£255 Snowdonia National Park Photography Experience
Wales - Gwynedd(9)- Hone your photography skills with the help of a professional with a fantastic full-day experience
- Travel across stunning locations in Snowdonia National Park
- Available seven days a week
£140Photography Course and Tour of London's Iconic Landmarks
London - Victoria Embankment- Capture stunning photos and learn tips from a professional photographer on a three-hour tour
- Visit iconic London landmarks including St. Paul’s and the London Eye
- Available on Sundays
£46Blacksmith for a Day at The Oldfield Forge
Herefordshire - Hereford(66)- Learn an ancient tradition by becoming a blacksmith for the day
- Make and take home your own bespoke ironwork
- Available on selected dates throughout the year
£109- Sale
Interior Design 10 Part Online Course
- Discover the art behind interior design
- Be taught by industry professionals, in the comfort of your own home
- Online course with certificate of completion valid for life
£12.25£35You save 65% Introduction to Glassmaking for Two
Buckinghamshire - Westcott(4)- Hands-on experience for two working with molten glass
- Weekend availability from September to May
- Buckinghamshire
£300Children's Two Hour Art Workshop with Art-K
17 locations- Express yourself through art with this engaging introductory class from art-K
- Suitable for ages 6 through to 16
- Available Monday to Friday during school holidays
£22Photography Course and Colourful Photo Tour of London's Notting Hill
London - Notting Hill- Spend two and a half hours photographing the vibrant Notting Hill, including a luxury chocolate experience in Westbourne Grove
- Learn professional tips from a professional photographer guide
- Available on selected Saturdays
£46Magic Wand Making Experience
London - Soho- Step into the imagined worlds from your childhood with this mystifying experience
- Design and construct your own illuminated magic wand and bring it to life with science
- Available Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays throughout the year
£40- Sale
Garden Design and Maintenance Online Course
- Discover the art behind garden design and maintenance
- Be taught by industry professionals, in the comfort of your own home
- 15-hour online course with certificate of completion valid for life
£12.25£35You save 65% - Sale
Discover Photography Course
London - Westland Place(30)- Learn how to get the most out of your camera from an award-winning photographer
- Take to the streets of London to put your lessons into practice
- Available on selected Saturdays throughout the year
£34.30£49You save 30% Forest Bathing Experience for Two
East Sussex - Edenbridge(4)- Experience the healing powers of Shinrin-Yoku
- Enjoy guided meditations, stillness practices, wild herbal teas and more
- Available on selected days
£70Fused Glass Taster Workshop with Prosecco
West Yorkshire - Pudsey(13)- Get creative with fused glass and create your own hanging decoration and lantern
- Expert tuition on hand to guide you through the process
- Available on selected dates throughout the month
£60- Sale
Online Wildlife Photography Course
- Master the art of wildlife photography with iPhotography’s online learning
- Comprehensive 12-module course, with CPD qualification
- Lifetime membership, expert tuition and access to the private community
£65.78£99You save 34% - Sale
Makeup Artist 22 Part Online Course
- Kickstart a career as a makeup artist with this comprehensive introduction
- 22 module course, covering everything from anatomy to salon management
- Online experience, enjoyed from the comfort of your home
£7.29£27You save 73% Home Projects Eight Part Online Photography Course
(1)- Learn photography from the comfort of home with iPhotography
- Enjoy 8 easy-to-follow modules, with over 7-hours of content
- Lifetime membership, expert tuition and access to the private community
£29- Sale
Learn Social Media Marketing Online
- Take your social media marketing to the next level
- Learn from industry professionals, in the comfort of your own home
- Online course with certificate of completion valid for life
£3.01£18.99You save 84% Three Day Family Stargazing Experience with Dark Sky Wales
Wales - Powys(1)- Discover the magic of stargazing with expert tuition on astronomy, astrophotography and equipment
- Enjoy the ultimate glamping experience in a Deluxe Wigwam Cabin
- Available on most dates throughout the year
£479- Sale
DIY Home Improvement Online Course
- Learn to DIY with a choice of two home improvement courses
- Be taught by industry professionals, in the comfort of your own home
- Online course with certificate of completion valid for life
£12.25£35You save 65% Blacksmith Forging Experience with Cider Tasting at The Oldfield Forge
Herefordshire - Hereford(11)- Learn the ancient tradition of blacksmithing and make your own ironwork
- Take lunch and explore Westons Cider
- Available on selected dates throughout the year
£103Ultimate Crime Scene Investigation Experience Day
West Yorkshire - Huddersfield(2)- Take on the role of a crime scene investigator and a forensic scientist in this full day experience
- Get hands-on with professional equipment and techniques as you learn from experts
- Available on selected weekend dates throughout the year
£99Discover Smart Phone Photography Course
London - Westland Place- Develop your creativity and learn about the various photography settings on your smartphone’s camera
- An award-winning photographer shares expert tips and tricks from strengthening compositions to tackling challenging light environments
- Available Saturdays throughout the year
£49Photography 18 Part Online Training with iPhotography
(1)- Master the art of photography with iPhotography’s online learning
- Comprehensive 18-module course, with CPD qualification
- Lifetime membership, expert tuition and access to the private community
£49London Street Art Photography Tour for Two
London - Old Street(20)- Wander the streets of London and discover some surprising street art
- Learn how to improve your photography with guidance from an expert
- Available selected weekend dates March to October
£40- Sale
Introduction to Dog Grooming 15 Part Online Course
- Learn everything from basics to detailed grooming practices
- Be taught by industry professionals, in the comfort of your own home
- Online course with certificate of completion valid for life
£12.25£35You save 65% Private Bespoke Ceramics Workshop with Katherine Fortnum
Leicestershire - Market Harborough- Create a unique ceramic piece from start to finish
- Private class with an award-winning ceramicist
- Available at a time and date to suit you
£199Create Your Own Personalised Fused Glass Masterpiece with Prosecco
West Yorkshire - Pudsey- Create your own personalised fused glass masterpiece with expert guidance
- Tuck into prosecco while you work
- Available seven days a week
£200- Sale
Introduction to Cake Decorating Four Part Online Course
- Discover the art behind cake decorating from the comfort of your own kitchen
- Learn from industry professionals as they teach the best methods
- Online course with certificate of completion valid for life
£12.10£22You save 45% Children's Introductory Art Class with Art-K
17 locations- Express yourself through art with this engaging introductory class from art-K
- Suitable for ages 6 through to 16
- Available Tuesday to Friday evenings and Saturdays during school term time
£17.50London Street Art Photography Tour
London - Old Street(16)- Wander the streets of London and discover some surprising street art
- Learn how to improve your photography with guidance from an expert
- Available selected weekend dates March to October
£20Private Introduction to Glassblowing with Creative Vibe Hot Glass Studio
Bedfordshire - Bedford(30)- Full-day private introduction to glassblowing course
- Create 3 or 4 glass objects with your expert tutor
- Available on selected dates
£170Introduction to Glassmaking
Buckinghamshire - Westcott(18)- Hands-on experience working with molten glass
- Weekend availability from September to May
- Buckinghamshire
£155- Sale
London Creative Photography Course
London - Westland Place(69)- 5 hour photography course
- Available in London
- Available on Saturdays
£36.63£69You save 47%