Wine Tasting Evening

Date: 20th May 2023
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: Winterbourne Medieval Barn

We welcome Ian Redfearn back to guide us through the aromas and flavours of a range of summery white, rosé and red wines from the sun-kissed vineyards of South Africa in this informative but fun workshop.
With 25 years experience in the wine trade, Ian makes the ideal host for the evening. He will give some background information on each wine's individual appearance, aroma and flavour, and he will welcome questions and comments. Guaranteed to be a merry evening!

Ian will have a small amount of the wines sampled to sell by the bottle on the evening should you wish to purchase any. Cash and card payments are accepted.

Strictly over 18s only. Please drink responsibly.

Parking for this event is at the Barn, BS36 1SE. There is plenty of bicycle parking available for those arriving on two wheels as well as space for drop off / pick up if you prefer to arrange this.

For those who will be drinking there are plenty of public transport options:
Buses to Winterbourne (run by First) are :
Y6 bus along Winterbourne High Street and Beacon Lane (operated by First).
From Beacon Lane it is a 5 - 10 minute walk along Church Lane. From the High Street it is a 10 -15 min walk down Church Lane.
There are also Metrobuses serving Parkway station.

There are plenty of taxi firms serving the area.

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

Fused Glass Candle Curve Workshop

Date: 22nd September 2023
Time: 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Location: Winterbourne Medieval Barn

Join local glass artist, Rachael Durkan from The Glass Cabin for one of her popular fused glass workshops. This year we are delighted to bring a Candle Curve workshop back to The Barn.
You will have 2.5 hours to design and make panel. This is made as a flat piece during the workshop and Rachael will then take this away to be fired and then slumped into a curve. The end piece is approximately 15cm in height. The freestanding curve looks lovely with a candle or fairy lights behind, on a mantlepiece or window sill with sunlight shining through.
You can choose from a selection of templates to help guide your design and then pick from an array of pre cut glass and glass accessories to create your panel. 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 16+ (under 18's must be accompanied by an adult)

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 will be provided during the introduction and is included in your 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.

Fused Glass Workshop

Date: 25th July 2023
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Winterbourne Medieval Barn

Join local glass artist, Rachael Durkan from The Glass Cabin for one of her popular fused glass workshops where you can make your own unique and beautiful item for yourself or as a gift. You have the option of making a Bristol balloon, flower pannel 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 masterpiece, 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 12+ (under 18's must be accompanied by an adult)

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 will be provided during the introduction and is included in your 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.

Fused Glass Summer Lantern Workshop

Date: 12th May 2023
Time: 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Location: Winterbourne Medieval Barn

Join local glass artist, Rachael Durkan from The Glass Cabin for one of her popular fused glass workshops. This year we are delighted to bring a Summer Lantern workshop to The Barn.
You will have 2.5 hours to create two panels for your lantern, the door panel and one other panel of your choice. The panels are approximately 9×13 (door) and 10x14cm. You can choose from a selection of templates to help guide your design and then pick from an array of pre cut glass and glass accessories to create your lantern panels. 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 16+ (under 18's must be accompanied by an adult)

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 will be provided during the introduction and is included in your 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.

Fused Glass Workshop

Date: 12th May 2023
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Winterbourne Medieval Barn

Join local glass artist, Rachael Durkan from The Glass Cabin for one of her popular fused glass workshops where you can make your own unique and beautiful item for yourself or as a gift. You have the option of making a Bristol balloon, flower 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 masterpiece, 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 16+ (under 18's must be accompanied by an adult)

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 will be provided during the introduction and is included in your 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.

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.

Fused Glass Workshop

Date: 24th March 2023
Time: 10:00 am
Location: Winterbourne Medieval Barn

Join local glass artist, Rachael Durkan from The Glass Cabin at 10am or 1pm for one of her popular fused glass workshops where you can make your own unique and beautiful item for yourself or as a gift. You have the option of making a Bristol Balloon 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 masterpiece, 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 16+ (under 18's must be accompanied by an adult)

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

Fused Glass Workshop

Date: 27th January 2023
Time: 10:00 am
Location: Winterbourne Medieval Barn

Join local glass artist, Rachael Durkan from The Glass Cabin at 10am or 1pm for one of her popular fused glass workshops where you can make your own unique and beautiful item for yourself or as a gift. You have the option of making a Bristol Balloon 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 masterpiece, 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 16+ (under 18's must be accompanied by an adult)

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

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.

Apple Grafting Workshop

Date: 18th February 2023
Time: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: Winterbourne Medieval Barn

NEW ADDITIONAL DATE ADDED

Come and learn how to graft apple trees on this course under the tuition of Ben Raskin (18th Feb) and Robert Beetham (25th Feb).
About your tutors
Ben Raskin is a previous commercial fruit grower and an enthusiastic, effective and very knowledgeable teacher, now Head of Horticulture at The Soil Association.
Robert Beetham was taught by Ben Raskin and has been grafting his own trees for the past several years. Robert has organised the course at the Barn since 2015, helped Ben with some of the teaching and also taught a number of people on his own since learning himself.

Grafting is the process of propagating new trees. You take the scion wood which is a shoot from the apple tree that you wish to propagate, and then fuse it to a rootstock. The rootstock is the stem of another tree which has been selected for control of size of the new tree. This way you can clone fruit varieties, guaranteeing that you end up with the same apple as on the original tree. 

You will learn why we graft, how to graft and put these skills into practice by forming at least three grafts that you can take away at the end of the day.

We will provide some common varieties for grafting. If you have a favourite that you wish to propagate, then bring your own wood to graft. If there is a particular variety that you wish to graft but do not have the wood, please let us know and we will attempt to procure some wood for you (there may be a small extra cost for this). The only equipment you will need to bring is a very sharp knife (e.g. a Stanley Knife) and some secateurs.

Cost £55. Tea, coffee and biscuits will be provided, please bring your own lunch.

Everybody who has provided feed back from previous courses has rated the course as excellent. Here are some quotes from previous attendees:
‘Learning a new skill that I feel confident I can use independently and that I came away with 4 trees that I have made’
‘Excellent information. Good guidance. Friendly and fun.’
‘Hands on, great support and encouragement throughout, taking part in an ancient practice.’
‘Friendly, no previous knowledge/experience required. Time for everyone, un-rushed and relaxed.’

If you have any questions about this workshop, please contact Robert on 0117 957 4921.