The Loft Hayfield - Happenings

'Joy' Christmas Decoration Embroidery Workshop

with Oh Sew Cute

Thursday 11th December 6 - 9 pm

Join us for a cosy and creative Christmas embroidery workshop nestled in the charming setting of The Loft in Hayfield. In this festive session, you'll learn how to hand-stitch your very own Christmas foliage design – perfect for hanging proudly on your tree or in your home.

Whether you're a complete beginner or have some stitching experience, this relaxed and welcoming workshop is the perfect way to unwind and get into the festive spirit. All materials are provided, and you'll leave with a truly unique handmade Christmas decoration.

Enjoy festive refreshments, warm company, and the calming rhythm of embroidery in a beautiful, atmospheric space. Come for the stitching, stay for the magic of the season.

Festive Wreath Making

Saturday 6th December 4 pm - 6 pm

Create a beautiful festive wreath in the cosy setting of The Loft, Hayfield.

Traditional greenery has been thoughtfully sourced from Woodborn Flowers, a local flower farm, to create a festive wreath.

All materials will be provided, along with festive refreshments.

Tickets are £50pp.

OL1: A Right to Roam, 2025 by Ruby Harrison

In 1932, a group of walkers stepped onto Kinder Scout in a defiant act of civil disobedience against the Enclosure Acts - an event that would reshape the cultural and legal landscape of the British countryside.

These photographs revisit the terrain where the Kinder Mass Trespass occurred, observing how the topography subtly holds traces of the freedom we now have to roam these landscapes.

Through photography, the aim is to invite the viewer to consider and appreciate our access to the countryside. The absence of people is intentional; it echoes the long-standing invisibility of those who pushed back against privatised space. In this quietness, the work finds its protest - not in confrontation, but in observation.

We have four prints from this series available to view:

1. 53°23’49.944” N 1°52’36.696” W
2. 53°23’30.078” N 1°55’3.336” W
3. 53°23’13.326” N 1°52’57.966” W
4. 53°23’50.262” N 1°52’36.798” W

They can be ordered, unframed, in the following sizes:

S 8 x 12” (20.3 x 30.4 cm) £26
M 12 x 18” (30.4 x 45.7 cm) £45
L 16 x 24” (45.7 x 61 cm) £60
XL 24 x 36” (61 x 91.4 cm) £105

Still Life Sessions

Untutored Still Life drawing

Saturday 4 pm - 6.30 pm / Sunday 10.30 am - 1 pm

A monthly, untutored still-life drawing session for artists of all abilities.

Carve out a few hours to draw. Fire up your observation and drawing skills. Support your existing creative practice and create new habits.

A new still-life arrangement will be set up for you to draw each session.

Basic materials will be provided, although you are welcome to bring your own.

Hot drinks and cake will be served midway.

6 places, £9 per person, per session.

20/ 21 September, 18/19 October, 22/23 November, 20/ 21 December, 24/25 January, 21/22 February

Cancellations

We understand that circumstances may arise that could affect your ability to attend sessions.

Our venue is small, and many of our sessions sell out. For this reason, we kindly request that if you wish to cancel, please inform us at least 7 days in advance. This will allow us to offer your place to someone on our waiting list. Whilst we do not offer refunds, if we can fill your place, we will credit your payment towards another session.

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