Children’s Glass Mosaic Workshop

Date: 11th April 2024
Time: 9:30 am
Location: Winterbourne Medieval Barn

Join local glass artist, Rachael Durkan from The Glass Cabin at 9:30am or 11:30am for one of her popular fused glass workshops, but this one is specifically for our younger crafters!

Create a mosaic style fused glass sun catcher using a variety of pre-cut glass and accessories in array of beautiful colours.
There are plenty of templates to choose from or you can design your own panel. Make a 10cm square or egg shaped sun catcher. 
The lovely thing about making a glass panel as a child is that your creation will last forever, glass does not deteriorate or lose its beautiful colour and shine!

Suitable for complete beginners as well as those who’ve caught the fused glass bug! Ages 8years +
Please note: under 18s must remained accompanied on The Barn site at all times.

The participant will have an hour and a half to create their masterpiece. Rachael will have lots of ideas to inspire them and is on hand with advice throughout the workshop.

PLEASE NOTE – Rachael will take the finished piece away to be fused in her kiln. It will be available for collection from The Barn or Rachael directly a couple of weeks after the workshop.

For safety reasons, please do not wear open toe shoes such as sandals or flip flops. Also a little reminder for people who wear glasses.... due to close up work, you may wish to bring along your spectacles!

Parking for this event is at the Barn, BS36 1SE. 

Tea, coffee & squash will be provided during the introduction and is included in the ticket price. Due to the nature of working with glass refreshments will not be permitted during the actual workshop.

The primary purpose of this event is to raise money for WMBT and to support conservation, management, maintenance and improvement of the WMBT site.

Carols in The Barn

Start date: 9th December 2023
End date: 10th December 2023
Time: 3:00 pm
Location: Winterbourne Medieval Barn

Join us at one of three performances on the 9th & 10th December to relive the Christmas story as members of St Michael's church tell it in words and music with the opportunity to join in singing your favourite Christmas carols. This has rapidly become a Winterbourne tradition - don't miss it!

To get you in the holiday spirit there'll be a mulled wine and mince pie on arrival included with your ticket (non-alcoholic, gluten free and children's alternatives available). It will be pretty chilly in the Barn so wrap up warm in your finest festive knits!

There will be 3 editions of Carols in the Barn, please select your time at the point of booking.
Saturday 9th December, 3pm (doors open from 2.15pm) 
Sunday 10th December, 3pm (doors open from 2.15pm)
Sunday 10th December, 6pm (doors open from 5.15pm)

The 3pm performances will have welcome music provided by Winterbourne Handbell Ringers.

Please note this is a Park and Stride event. Parking will be at Winterbourne Academy, BS36 1JL which is then a short walk to The Barn. The most lit up route will be via Beacon Lane. Please take care along the country roads to The Barn and be sure to bring a torch and dress appropriately!

Please do not park along church lane as this obstructs the road for other users and emergency vehicles.

Parking at The Barn will be strictly reserved for accessibility parking requirements and must be pre-booked. If you need to book an accessible space then please email ceara.foley@winterbournebarn.org.uk and advise your registration number, if you need a wheelchair accessible parking space and if any accessible seating is required.

The primary purpose of this event is to raise money for WMBT and to support conservation, management, maintenance and improvement of the WMBT site.

Christmas Family Craft Sessions

Date: 3rd December 2023
Time: 10:00 am
Location: Winterbourne Medieval Barn

Join us for some family festive crafts! 
Recommended for ages 5-11 years (approx) Ticket price is per child.

These workshops will be held in our beautiful main barn so there is plenty of space to move around, get creative but do wrap up!

A responsible adult will need to remain at the barn with the child / children attending. Under 18s must be accompanied at all times whilst on our site.

Refreshments will be available. Cash and card payments accepted.

Parking is free, but limited at The Barn, BS36 1SE.

We have an accessible toilet and baby changing facilities on site. 

The primary purpose of this event is to raise money for WMBT and to support conservation, management, maintenance and improvement of the WMBT site.

Halloween Family Craft Sessions

Date: 23rd October 2023
Time: 10:00 am
Location: Winterbourne Medieval Barn

Kick off your October half term with family friendly crafts at The Barn at 10am or 1pm. 
Things are getting eerie down at the Barn this Halloween as we make some Super Spooky Slime, Lanterns to help you see in the dark, Spiders Webs, and Haunted House Decorations. All the things you need for a spooktacular time!
Recommended for ages 5-11 years (approx) 
Ticket price is per child.

These workshops will be held in our beautiful main barn so there is plenty of space to move around, get creative but do wrap up!

A responsible adult will need to remain at the barn with the child / children attending. Under 18s must be accompanied at all times whilst on our site.

Refreshments will be available. Cash and card payments accepted.

Parking is free, but limited at The Barn, BS36 1SE.

The primary purpose of this event is to raise money for WMBT and to support conservation, management, maintenance and improvement of the WMBT site.

Summer Family Craft Sessions

Date: 8th August 2023
Time: 10:00 am
Location: Winterbourne Medieval Barn

Online ticket sales for these events have now closed. The 10am session is fully booked, but there are a limited number of spaces available for the 1pm session which can be bought on the door from 12:50pm on Tuesday.

Join us in the summer holidays at 10am or 1pm for family crafts at The Barn. We'll be creating Insect Fridge Magnets, Flower Fans perfect for the heat, Summer Wreaths to decorate your home, and Ice Lolly Bunting - so cool you could almost taste it!
Recommended for ages 5-11 years (approx) 
Ticket price is per child.

These workshops will be held in our beautiful main barn so there is plenty of space to move around, get creative and keep cool!

A responsible adult will need to remain at the barn with the child / children attending. Under 18s must be accompanied at all times whilst on our site.

Refreshments will be available. Cash and card payments accepted,

Parking is free, but limited at The Barn, BS36 1SE.

The primary purpose of this event is to raise money for WMBT and to support conservation, management, maintenance and improvement of the WMBT site.

Easter Family Craft Sessions

Date: 3rd April 2023
Time: 10:00 am
Location: Winterbourne Medieval Barn

Join us at at 10am or 1pm this Easter holidays for some seasonal family crafts and an egg hunt. We'll be making Bunny Baskets, Easter Party Hats to get the party started, Fluffy Lamb Puppets to put in your baa-sket, and Garden Wind Spinners, perfect for putting among the spring flowers. Get creative as a family and then try your luck on the egg hunt!
There will be an egg hunt at the end of the session too for everyone to take part in! Please advise of any dietary requirements at the time of booking so that we can ensure everyone is catered for.

These workshops are aimed at 6-11 year olds but all are welcome. Under 18's must be accompanied by an adult at all times whilst on our site.
New for 2023: In order to help us keep track of numbers more easily our booking process has changed slightly. Please book 1 ticket per child attending.

Parking for this event is at the Barn, BS36 1SE. We have a limited number of parking spaces, including 2 blue badge spaces and plenty of bicycle parking. There is also plenty of space for dropping off and picking up, which we recommend where possible. 

We have toilets on site, including a fully accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. 

The Barn Bar will also be open serving a small selection of drinks and snacks. Cash and card payments are accepted.

The primary purpose of this event is to raise money for WMBT and to support conservation, management, maintenance and improvement of the WMBT site.

Family Christmas Craft Sessions

Date: 21st December 2022
Time: 10:00 am
Location: Winterbourne Medieval Barn

Join us at 10am or 1pm for some family festive crafts! We'll be making our very own Christmas stockings, crafting some sparkly wreaths, and creating some reindeer antlers - perfect for prancing your way into the New Year!

These workshops are aimed at 6-11 year olds but all are welcome. Under 18's must be accompanied by an adult at all times whilst on our site.
Please book 1 ticket per family attending.

Parking for this event is at the Barn, BS36 1SE. We have a limited number of parking spaces, including 2 blue badge spaces and plenty of bicycle parking.

We have toilets on site, including a fully accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. 

The Barn Bar will also be open serving a small selection of drinks and snacks. Cash and card payments are accepted.

Family Halloween Craft Spooktacular!

Date: 26th October 2022
Time: 1:30 pm
Location: Winterbourne Medieval Barn

These sessions are now fully booked. Please note: no spaces will be available on the door as all places have been pre-booked.

Join us at 1:30 or 3pm for some Halloween themed crafty fun before adventuring on our spooktacular treasure trail!
Create a bat garland, make your own treat pot and decorate Halloween decorations before you hunt around The barn to find the hidden Halloween characters.

These workshops are aimed at 6-11 year olds but all are welcome. Under 18's must be accompanied by an adult at all times whilst on our site.

Parking for this event is at the Barn, BS36 1SE. We have a limited number of parking spaces, including 2 blue badge spaces and plenty of bicycle parking.

We have toilets on site, including a fully accessible toilet and baby changing facilities. 

The Barn Bar will also be open serving a small selection of drinks and snacks. Cash and card payments are accepted.

Summer Family Craft Day

Date: 1st August 2022
Time: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Location: Winterbourne Medieval Barn

Join us for A Midsummer Night’s Dream inspired family crafts session. We’ll be making donkey ears, wands for spells, magical outfits, and mysterious potions. See you there with a sprinkling of fairy dust!
Recommended for ages 5-11 years (approx)

Ticket price is per family so please advise how many children will be attending at the time of booking.

These workshops will be held in our beautiful main barn so there is plenty of space to move around and get creative!

A responsible adult will need to remain at the barn with the child / children attending. 

Parking for this event is at the barn, BS36 1SE

Parent & Child Fused Glass Workshop

Date: 31st May 2022
Time: 12:00 am - 12:00 am
Location: Winterbourne Medieval Barn

Come and spend a lovely morning with your child / tween / teen and local glass artist, Rachael Durkan from The Glass Cabin for one of her popular fused glass workshops where you can enjoy spending some creative time together during the half term break.
Each participant will make their own unique and beautiful item: you have the option of making a Bristol Balloon, Beach Huts Panel or Freestyle Hanging.

Suitable for complete beginners as well as those who’ve caught the fused glass bug!

You will have 2 hours to create your masterpieces, using a variety of pre-cut glass and glass accessories in an array of beautiful colours. There will be plenty of templates to choose from or you can create your own design. Rachael will have lots of ideas to inspire you and is on hand with design advice throughout the workshop.

PLEASE NOTE – Rachael will take your finished piece away to be fused in her kiln. It will be available for collection from the barn or Rachael directly a couple of weeks after the workshop.

This workshop is suitable for age 10+ (under 18's must be accompanied by an adult).
All participants who will be making a glass piece must have a ticket. This workshop is designed for parents and children to take part together.

Parking for this event is at the Barn, BS36 1SE