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Christmas at Delapré Abbey – Stories of Christmas

Posted on 27th November 2020 by Delapré Abbey

Candlelit tours, a Christmas fair, wreath making and a host of festive workshops – step back in time and experience […]

COVID-19 update: November 2020

Posted on 2nd November 20202nd November 2020 by Delapré Abbey

Thank you to everyone who has supported us throughout this difficult year and helped us to care for and celebrate […]

Half term family fun at Delapré Abbey

Posted on 16th October 2020 by Delapré Abbey

The historic house will be open daily during October half term with creative, Covid-safe activities for all ages to get […]

Your safe visit: our continued response to Covid-19

Posted on 15th October 202016th October 2020 by Delapré Abbey

Your safety is a priority to us and as we announce our exciting autumn and winter programmes, we just wanted […]

Key workers crowned wedding winners

Posted on 24th September 2020 by Delapré Abbey

An A&E nurse and police officer who have worked tirelessly during the pandemic have scooped the top prize in Delapré […]

Wedding with Thanks: Meet our Finalists

Posted on 21st September 202022nd September 2020 by Delapré Abbey

We have exciting news. Three months after launching Wedding with Thanks – our competition to recognise and celebrate key and […]

A wedding with style

Posted on 13th August 2020 by Delapré Abbey

Although it is true that a wedding at the beautiful Grade II* listed Delapré Abbey oozes style, no wedding is […]

What to expect on your next visit

Posted on 4th August 202012th November 2020 by Delapré Abbey

Delapré Abbey is yours to explore and we are looking forward to welcoming you back inside the house from Friday […]

Delapré Abbey has received £129,500 National Lottery support to help address the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on heritage

Posted on 30th July 202030th July 2020 by Delapré Abbey

Delapré Abbey Preservation Trust has received £129,500 from The National Lottery Heritage Fund to continue its work of preservation and […]

Creating theatre in unexpected places: Delapré Abbey announces new residency with Warts and All Theatre

Posted on 28th July 2020 by Delapré Abbey

Warts and All Theatre, a leading cutting-edge theatre company, that enables everyone to speak their truth, has been unveiled as […]

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thu03dec(dec 3)10:30 amfri11(dec 11)4:00 pmWreath MakingMake your own wreath using natural materials foraged from the grounds of Delapré Abbey.10:30 am - 4:00 pm (11)

thu03dec(dec 3)11:00 amthu31(dec 31)4:30 pmStories of ChristmasStep back in time and experience the magic of Christmas through the ages at Delapré Abbey.11:00 am - 4:30 pm (31)

thu03dec(dec 3)6:00 pmthu17(dec 17)8:00 pmStories of Christmas Candlelit TourExplore the Abbey by candlelight on this wonderfully festive, special out-of-hours tour.6:00 pm - 8:00 pm (17)

sat05dec(dec 5)10:00 amsun13(dec 13)4:00 pmChristmas FairPick up unique, handmade gifts from carefully curated stalls in the inspiring surroundings of the historic Abbey.10:00 am - 4:00 pm (13)

tue08dec(dec 8)9:00 amsun20(dec 20)4:30 pmCraft Packs - Paper WreathsCome along to the Abbey and pick up a paper wreath craft pack to take away and complete at home or to gift to friends and family this Christmas.9:00 am - 4:30 pm (20)

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Tuesday 8th to Sunday 20th December
£6 per pack
Suitable for ages 4+

This Christmas at Delapré, The Wild Tribe is excited to offer a range of festive crafts and activities for all the family. All materials are plant based and earth friendly, whilst aiming to give participants skills and knowledge to take home!

Come along to the Abbey and pick up a paper wreath craft pack to take away and complete at home or to gift to friends and family this Christmas. Each decorative paper bag includes the materials to create a delicate papercraft wreath, with wreath base, a selection of premium paper, red berry pompoms, and a compostable pot of glue. Instructions included within each pack with a link to a video demonstration.

Available to buy in The Orangery and Deli.

About The Wild Tribe
The Wild Tribe is a Nature Based Workshop company lovingly run by Jodie Mitchell and Harriet Creedy Crockford. The duo have worked together in the creative industries for over 10 years and have had the pleasure of working with a range of incredible clients such as Kew Gardens, Sherwood Forest, The Jamie Oliver Foundation, The Natural History Museum & Google HQ.

“Here at The Wild Tribe it is our passion to create magical nature-based experiences with the most earth friendly approach possible. It is of utmost importance for us to work with sustainable principles and we truly value our clients for choosing to work with us based on this approach. Our aim is to reduce, reuse, recycle, whilst providing an inspiring, high quality, unique service.”

Each month, a percentage of The Wild Tribe profits go to The Wildlife Trusts & Mind.

Our Covid-19 Guidelines
We will be taking all participants temperature on arrival.
All leaders and participants will be required to wear a mask during the activity.
The workshop space will be specifically laid out to account for current social distancing guidelines.
All workshop stations will be thoroughly cleaned after each participant has taken part.
All equipment will be cleaned prior to arrival and after use.
All waste and rubbish will be taken away from the site at the end of the sessions.

Time

8 (Tuesday) 9:00 am - 20 (Sunday) 4:30 pm

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tue08dec(dec 8)10:00 amsun13(dec 13)1:30 pmAir Dry Clay Tree DecorationsUsing air dry clay, a variety of stamps, and festive foliage, create your very own set of Christmas tree decorations.10:00 am - 1:30 pm (13)

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Tuesday 8th, Friday 11th, and Sunday 13th December
Sessions at 10am and 12noon
Tickets £12 per person
All ages welcome

This Christmas at Delapré, The Wild Tribe is excited to offer a range of festive crafts and activities for all the family. All workshop materials are plant based and earth friendly, whilst aiming to give participants skills and knowledge to take home!

Using air dry clay, a variety of stamps, and festive foliage, create your very own set of Christmas tree decorations. Workshop leaders, The Wild Tribe, will be showing participants four different techniques for decorating their clay including abstract foliage impressions, biodegradable glitter, lettering, and painting. Each participant will take away 5 decorations.

Each month, a percentage of The Wild Tribe profits go to The Wildlife Trusts & Mind.

Time

8 (Tuesday) 10:00 am - 13 (Sunday) 1:30 pm

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tue08dec(dec 8)2:00 pmsun13(dec 13)5:30 pmEco Christmas CrackersCreate a set of 4 eco-friendly crackers to take away ready for Christmas day.2:00 pm - 5:30 pm (13)

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Tuesday 8th, Friday 11th, and Sunday 13th December
Sessions at 2pm and 4pm
Tickets £12 per person
All ages welcome

Using a variety of eco friendly materials such as craft paper, twine, paper tags, and an array of beautiful decorations, create a set of 4 crackers to take away ready for Christmas day. Each cracker will house a quirky eco friendly gift such wooden dice, mini notepads, and scrabble letters!

Each month, a percentage of The Wild Tribe profits go to The Wildlife Trusts & Mind.

Time

8 (Tuesday) 2:00 pm - 13 (Sunday) 5:30 pm

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tue15dec(dec 15)10:00 amsun20(dec 20)1:30 pmWinter Soap & Hand SanitiserMake your own natural hand sanitiser and squishy soap.10:00 am - 1:30 pm (20)

Event Details

Tuesday 15th, Friday 18th, and Sunday 20th December
Sessions at 10am and 12noon
Tickets £12 per person
All ages welcome

Hand Sanitiser:
Using the scent of pine, aloe vera, and sweet almond oil, make your own natural antibacterial hand sanitiser. Each participant will take away a 20ml glass bottle of their hand sanitiser ready for instant use!

Squishy Soap:
Participants will also make an festive ginger bread scented squishy soap with pumpkin seed oil. Each person will roll and cut their soap into shapes and gift wrap them to take home. Perfect for a Christmas gift or for a little treat for themselves!

Each month, a percentage of The Wild Tribe profits go to The Wildlife Trusts & Mind.

Time

15 (Tuesday) 10:00 am - 20 (Sunday) 1:30 pm

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tue15dec(dec 15)2:00 pmsun20(dec 20)5:00 pmFestive Letter WritingDecorate your own paper, envelopes and write festive letters.2:00 pm - 5:00 pm (20)

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Tuesday 15th, Friday 18th, and Sunday 20th December
Sessions at 2pm and 4pm
Tickets £10 per person
All ages welcome

Decorate your own paper, envelopes and write positive festive letters to your chosen charitable cause, plus a member of your own family or friendship circle. In total participants will take away 2 written letters, and a further blank set for writing at home.

The Wild Tribe will be providing festive poetry excerpts, positive affirmations for inspiration and an array of paper/stamps/decorations to use on their stationery.

Each month, a percentage of The Wild Tribe profits go to The Wildlife Trusts & Mind.

Time

15 (Tuesday) 2:00 pm - 20 (Sunday) 5:00 pm

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wed16dec10:30 am12:00 pmChristmas Table ArrangementHave fun creating your very own Christmas table centrepiece, with seasonal foliage, berries and pinecones, complete with a candle.10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Event Details

Wednesday 16th December
Session at 10:30am
£30 per person

Have fun creating your very own Christmas table centrepiece, with seasonal foliage, berries and pinecones, complete with a candle. Keep your design topped up with water, and it should see you throughout the festive season.

Scissors will be provided, but bring your own strong pair if you have some.

Suitable for all levels of ability. This session will last approximately an hour and a half.

This session is led by Florry.

About Florry

Claire from Florry, is a professional florist who loves to share her enthusiasm for all things floral with others.

After several years working at a busy florist, she now works independently, as a local floral designer. Claire specialises in teaching floral design, gives floral demonstrations, and creates wedding flowers for couples, in and around Northamptonshire.

Last summer, Claire gave a floral demonstration in the flower school, at the annual RHS flower show in Tatton Park. In spring 2020, Claire went back to studying, this time for the higher diploma in floristry, ensuring that her techniques and knowledge remain varied, and up to date.

This is a Covid-safe event

Each session will have a maximum of 10 participants to ensure that you have a safe and relaxing experience with us. On arrival hand sanitiser will be provided, your temperature will be checked, and we ask that you scan our NHS Test and Trace QR code. Participants will have their own dedicated, socially-distanced workstation and all materials will be sanitised where possible. Antibacterial wipes will be available. Please remember to bring your mask as these will be required throughout the workshop. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to get in touch with us on info@delapreabbey.org.

Time

(Wednesday) 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

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wed16dec2:00 pm4:00 pmFestive Mantelpiece DesignDress your mantelpiece ready for Christmas, as you make your very own Christmas arrangement.2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Event Details

Wednesday 16th December
Session at 2pm
£35 per person

Dress your mantelpiece ready for Christmas, as you make your very own Christmas arrangement. The design will include wintry seasonal foliage, berries and pinecones, approx. 60cm long. Keep your design topped up with water, and it should last throughout the festive season.

Scissors will be provided, but bring your own strong pair if you have some.

Suitable for all levels of ability. This session will last approximately 2 hours.

This session is led by Florry.

About Florry

Claire from Florry, is a professional florist who loves to share her enthusiasm for all things floral with others.

Time

(Wednesday) 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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fri18dec(dec 18)2:00 pmsat19(dec 19)4:00 pmChristmas Floral CentrepieceHave fun and learn how to make a Christmas fresh floral arrangement, with seasonal florals, foliages and accessories, learning some floristry design tips along the way.2:00 pm - 4:00 pm (19)

Event Details

Friday 18th and Saturday 19th December
Sessions at 2pm
£40 per person

Have fun and learn how to make a Christmas fresh floral arrangement, with seasonal florals, foliages and accessories, learning some floristry design tips along the way. You can make it for a Christmas gift, or for your home, ready for Christmas.

Suitable for all levels of ability. This session will last approximately 2 hours.

This session is led by Florry.

About Florry

Claire from Florry, is a professional florist who loves to share her enthusiasm for all things floral with others.

Time

18 (Friday) 2:00 pm - 19 (Saturday) 4:00 pm

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sat19dec10:30 am12:30 pmChristmas Hand-Tied BouquetLearn how to make a hand-tied bouquet with some beautiful blooms and seasonal foliage. 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

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Saturday 19th December
Session at 10:30am
£50 per person

Learn how to make a hand-tied bouquet with some beautiful blooms and seasonal foliage. Presented in a box, it would make a Christmas gift or, flowers to keep for yourself. All flowers and materials are included.

Scissors will be provided, but bring your own strong pair if you have some.

Some experience is useful. This session will last approximately 2 hours.

This session is led by Florry.

About Florry

Claire from Florry, is a professional florist who loves to share her enthusiasm for all things floral with others.

Time

(Saturday) 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

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sun20dec(dec 20)9:30 amwed23(dec 23)4:00 pmSanta's GrottoMeet Santa at the Abbey, receive a present lovingly wrapped by his team of elves, and hear an original Christmas story.9:30 am - 4:00 pm (23)