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Event Description:

Join us for a magical, hands-on craft workshop where you’ll design and create your very own glowing Enchanted Creature Lantern in the beautiful surroundings of Hughenden Estate.

Using a glass jar and a variety of creative materials, you’ll bring a mystical creature to life — glowing softly from within. Perfect for families, teens, adults, and anyone who loves fantasy and imaginative crafts.

🏮 What You’ll Make

During this guided workshop, you will:

🧚 Design a magical lantern using a glass jam jar

🐉 Choose your creature — dragon, mermaid, phoenix, wolf, or your own creation

✨ Create a silhouette using card

🌈 Layer tissue papers to add colour and a glowing effect

💫 Add sparkle with glitter and decorative details

🌸 Embellish with imitation flowers, ribbons, strings, and decorative keys

🕯️ Light your lantern using fairy lights or a battery-powered tea light

As your lantern lights up, your creature will glow beautifully from within — creating a truly enchanting effect.

🎨 Beginner-Friendly Creative Workshop

No experience needed! This relaxed, step-by-step workshop is suitable for beginners and experienced crafters alike.

You’ll learn:

✔️ How to design and cut simple silhouettes

✔️ Techniques for layering colour and light

✔️ Decorating with mixed craft materials

✔️ Creating a balanced, eye-catching design

✔️ All materials included

✔️ Supportive, friendly teaching environment

🏰 National Trust Venue – Hughenden Estate

This workshop takes place at the stunning Hughenden Estate in High Wycombe — a historic National Trust property surrounded by beautiful countryside.

Make a day of it by exploring:

☕ The on-site café

🌿 The gardens and woodland walks

🏡 The historic house (admission applies for non-members)

🚗 Arrival Information

🚗 Park in the visitor car park

🕙 Please arrive by 10:00 AM

📍 Meet at Visitor Reception – you’ll be guided to the workshop space

💡 Important Information

✔️ All materials provided

✔️ Suitable for ages 6+

✔️ Uses glass jars, craft materials, and LED lights

✔️ No prior experience required

✔️ Workshop ticket only (National Trust entry not included)

❌ Cancellation Policy

Tickets are non-refundable, but you may:

✔️ Transfer to another workshop (subject to availability)

✔️ Transfer your place to another person

If the event is cancelled, you’ll receive a full refund or rebooking option.

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🎟️ Spaces are limited – book your Enchanted Creature Lantern Workshop today and create your own magical glowing masterpiece 🧚‍♀️✨

* Event details accurate at the time of publishing; please check the organiser's website for the latest updates.

Event Location:

National Trust Hughenden
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