The Old Lock Up Gallery set in Derbyshire and on the edge of The Peak District National Park is the perfect setting for art, artisan crafts and creative workshops - a unique and peaceful venue - with a log burning stove, beautiful natural light, original oak beams and wooden floor.
Our workshops are designed for small groups ranging in size from 5 - 8 people - providing each participant ample space to learn, relax, enjoy and create in our beautiful art gallery.
Truly indulgent experiences - led by exceptional creative practitioners, artisans and artists.
All of our workshops, courses and classes can be purchased as gifts - both birthday and Christmas - or simply as an act of self indulgence. If booking as a gift we’ll send you a gift card for the recipient.
We also provide gift vouchers from £25 - £250 that can be redeemed against any of our workshops, ceramics and art.
For further information don’t hesitate to contact us - we’ll happily help with your enquiry.
Testimonial:
“The Monoprinting workshop was excellent. Well planned, fantastically resourced, superbly developed. I enjoyed the two days, learned much that I am excited to put into practice in my printmaking. I was keen to develop work without using a press and it met this need beautifully.
We had a great teacher. Clear, supportive, good at helping individuals within a group setting. The sessions were well structured and inspiring. She brought along interesting books as additional resources and shared her processes with generosity. She negotiated time schedules and explained her rationale for the sessions. All brilliant.
The gallery is a beautiful space for a workshop. I felt welcomed. The atmosphere was friendly and it was wonderful to have Danish pastries and be able to help ourselves to hot drinks when needed.
Thank you both so much for a fabulous workshop.”
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Basket Making 24th March 2026 10-5.30pm total cost £115
Basket Making 24th March 2026 10-5.30pm total cost £115
Join Karina, from Whittle & Weave, to create an asymmetrical willow basket with a whittled hazel handle - perfect for foraging or the garden harvest. 24th March 2026 10am - 5.30pm.
2 places left. Secured with a £50 deposit below.
Working with various varieties of sustainably harvested willow participants can choose from a range of beautiful earthy tones to design their own unique basket.
Over this course participants will learn a range of basketry techniques, including a pairing weave, a 3-rod wale and French randing.
This course is suitable for complete beginners and those wishing to learn new weaving techniques.
I’m Karina and I quite like bending sticks. I love the slow pace and methodical processes involved in basket making and I really enjoy sharing this skill with others.
I have always worked in the outdoors. After studying environmental science and working in conservation for a while I moved into environmental education. For the last 15 years I have been running bushcraft courses – mainly playing in the woods, making fires, using sharp tools and creating things out of natural materials. I have been weaving baskets for around 10 years and set up this little business because weaving makes me happy.
I have worked with all sorts of groups over the years and have seen how beneficial connecting with nature can be. Immersing yourself in a mindful craft like basketry, working with your hands to physically shape a natural material, is a great way to connect… and so rewarding – plus you can do it indoors with a nice cup of tea when the weather’s rubbish.
If you would like to have a go at bending some sticks or twisting some leaves to make your own basket I would love to see you at the workshop. Costs £115 pp and inc material.
If you’d prefer to reserve a place on the workshop with a deposit please email Rachael Pinks: theoldlockupgallery@gmail.com