Adult Art Workshops

Be inspired by the Art Collection of National Coal Mining Museum for England, with our exciting Adult Art Workshops which run the second Sunday of the month.

Each month, enjoy different sessions with visiting artists using a variety of mediums, inspired by the art within our Collections.

Sunday 8 February 2026

Recycled Magazine Quilling with Sylvia Pearson – Join us for a playful paper-quilling workshop where you’ll transform recycled magazines into colourful, textured artworks of feathered friends — from tuneful canaries to clucky allotment chickens and racing pigeons.

Please note that this workshop runs until 1pm, allowing additional time for you to create your artwork

Sunday 8 March 2026

Mixed Media Sculpture with Harry Malkin – Dive into the dynamic art of sculpting in this hands-on, practical workshop using wire, modelling putty, and newspaper. Follow Harry’s expert step-by-step guidance as you bring to life your very own mini mining figure.

Sunday 10 May 2026

Wooden Relief Carving with Sean Barry – Work with craftsman Sean in this practical workshop, using traditional woodworking tools and techniques to create your own carved masterpiece.

Sunday 14 June 2026

Watercolour Landscapes with Moira Spencer. Delve into the colourful and dynamic world of watercolour in this guided experimental workshop. Discover and apply new tips and tricks along the way to paint a vibrant mining landscape.

Sunday 12 July 2026

Batik with Ali Taylor – Use wax resist to create striking designs on cotton fabrics. Inspired by the traditional Indonesian art of batik, you’ll develop a variety of pieces experimenting through applications of wax and dye.

Please note that this workshop runs until 1pm, allowing additional time for you to create your artwork

(All art materials are included in the workshop price)