Top England Classes & Workshops

Learn how Yorkshire gin is made without guessing your way through tastings on this guided experience at Hooting Owl Distillery in York. Led by a master distiller, the tour explains the distillery’s process, origins, and the legend of Sir Owlfred Tyton Hodgins, so you understand what you’re drinking—not just sampling it.

There’s probably no spirit more synonymous with England than gin—and, especially, the gin and tonic. Get a blast of English spirit in historic York on this guided tasting that’s packed with fun facts, myths, and legends. Warm up with a classic gin and tonic, then swirl, sniff, and sip your way through a guided tasting of six gins. Finish with a gin and tonic starring your favorite style.

What’s Included: ∙ Secret access code for exclusive entry ∙ Reserved premium table with full service ∙ 2 signature cocktail per person (4 in total) ∙ 1 premium shots per person (2 in total) · 2 washhouse branded 50cm exclusive Fans to take home ∙ Expert guidance from your knowledgeable cocktail specialists ∙ Full venue exploration with the chance to discover the hidden slide Perfect For: Cocktail enthusiasts, adventurous couples, special celebrations, or anyone seeking an unforgettable night out that’s truly different from the ordinary.

Delve into the art of candle making with this engaging floral candle workshop in Stratford, London. Over the course of 60 minutes, a skilled instructor will guide you in crafting your own unique candle, infused with premium essential oils and adorned with a selection of 20+ dried botanicals. Personalize your creation by blending scents and arranging flowers to reflect your style. This workshop encourages creativity in a relaxed environment, making it perfect for solo creators, couples, or friends enjoying a day out. Plus, your masterpiece will be elegantly packaged, ready for gifting or display at home.

Finding a social night out in a new city can be tricky when you don’t know the local scene. Pull on your dancing shoes for an American-style country-dancing lesson in London, where you learn line dancing and the two-step. Then, put your new moves into practice at a dance party, with plenty of heel twists, hip bumps, and singing along the way.

Craft a signature scent that tells your unique story in this immersive 90-minute perfume-making workshop at FirePetal Studio. Guided by an experienced instructor, explore over 150 essential oils, learning the nuances of fragrance families, top, heart, and base notes. Test and blend your chosen aromas to create a bespoke perfume that reflects your personal style. Choose from various bottle sizes, each beautifully packaged for you to take home, along with a personalised formula card. This workshop is perfect for beginners and an ideal gift for any occasion.

Discover Italian wine through a guided tasting experience inside the stunning historic St Mark’s Church at Mercato Mayfair, one of London’s most unique destinations. Taste four premium Italian wines while learning about native grape varieties, wine regions and professional tasting techniques through an interactive sensory experience. You’ll explore aromas, flavours and food pairings with the exclusive FirstGlass sensory kit, making wine approachable and fun whether you’re a beginner or an enthusiast. Hosted by the award-winning FirstGlass team from Florence, with over 3,000 five-star reviews and Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice recognition, this experience is perfect for couples, friends, solo travellers and anyone looking for an authentic cultural experience in London.

Step inside Yoshiko’s north London home and learn to prepare an authentic Japanese meal, the way her mother would have taught her. Craft a maki sushi roll, a meat or fish dish, and a vegetable creation with Japanese sauces, all the while getting to know your host and learning more about the simplicity and flavor of Japanese cuisine.

Embark on a Parisian adventure with our French macaron-making workshop in London! Join us for a delightful 2.5 hour class where you’ll learn the secrets to creating perfectly instagrammable macarons while enjoying your favorite tipple. In this fun and relaxed workshop, you’ll discover all the essential techniques for making delicious French macarons. From mastering the perfect meringue to achieving a smooth and shiny finish, you’ll practice every step needed to create stunning macarons. You’re welcome to bring your own bottle to sip on as you bake or your favourite soft drinks. Whether you’re looking for a unique edible gift experience or just a treat for yourself, we'll ensure you leave with the confidence to make macarons at home.

Break from the typical tourist scene and learn how to make luxurious chocolate bonbons in London with this beginner-friendly small-group class. Hosted by a trained chocolatier in Notting Hill, this hands-on course offers a one-of-a-kind experience for chocolate lovers. Learn about chocolates, sample different types, learn insider chocolate-making tricks and tips, then create your own custom-flavored bonbons to take home with you.

Learn to draw with the help of a professional tutor and a nude model by signing up for this activity, designed with hen and stag parties in mind. You'll sit down in a private venue with a full bar service and get to drawing, learning techniques and tips from your instructor.

Take your photography skills to the next level with this special one-to-one lesson with a photographer who has created books with National Geographic. A private experience means the lesson contents are tailored to your experience level to ensure you get the most out of the session. As you explore the city together, receive expert advice on setting up your camera, and learn where to find great shooting locations in London.

This is a unique activity and the only one in London. You'll be part of a family for a night in a home away from home setting with delicious food and drink. It's the perfect experience for any visiting foodies!

Join us for an exciting in-person event where you can unleash your creativity and craft your very own ring! This hands-on workshop will be held at the artist's studio, a fantastic location that provides a welcoming atmosphere for all participants. At the end of the workshop, participants will have the satisfaction of creating their rings. These rings may be simple in design but reflect the beginners' newfound skills and creativity. The workshop may also include a session on final polishing and finishing, ensuring that participants leave with a polished and presentable piece of jewellery.

Spend time outdoors and enjoy a competitive activity that's perfect for groups—laser clay shooting in Ewyas Harold. Unlike clay pigeon shooting, this experience fires lasers instead of ammunition, which means it's safer and doesn’t require any experience. During the session, an instructor joins you to give tips on techniques, then you can enjoy a competitive session to see which of your group scores the highest.

Return to nature in order to replenish both your mind and body during a half-day forest bathing and yoga experience in the woodlands surrounding Brighton. You won’t have to worry about navigating as you walk through silent and secluded parts of the forest with your expert instructor, and followed by a yoga session that’s perfectly suited to beginners.

Cocktail lovers—this one’s for you. Enjoy the luxury of a private cocktail-making lesson with just your group and a mixologist in Bristol. Instead of letting someone else make the cocktails for you, this experience offers the rare opportunity to get behind the bar and find out the secrets of creating delicious cocktails yourself. To make sure you avoid crowds, the class also gives you exclusive use of the venue.

Lose yourself in fields full of wildflowers, ancient woodlands and meadows and enjoy a day of yoga, forest bathing and foraging on over 100 acres of private land. Explore an area of outstanding natural beauty, no artificial noise and abundant wildlife, including a herd of deer. We have a super cosy yoga tent and a fireplace to make the event weatherproof. Foraging & Exploration Naturalist and forager Steven Homewood will join us to share his knowledge about birds, butterflies and edible/ medicinal plants. You might have seen him at BBC Spring Watch or sharing his wisdom of the natural world. Stonerocks Farm is only a 4-minute drive from Bolney Wine Estate, the perfect location to finish your day.

Take a break from the casinos in Reno and enjoy a private gourmet cooking class in a local home kitchen in Fernley. Your instructor is a professionally trained chef with more than six decades of experience. Learn how to make three gourmet dishes and sauces from scratch, which you will get to enjoy afterwards.

Grab a taste for bodyboarding in Cornwall and catch crystal-clear waves on Newquay’s scenic coastline. Our Taster Bodyboard Lessons are ideal for complete newbies or for improvers looking to up-skill their existing knowledge. These lessons have been designed to improve your riding - whatever your age, level or ability. A small group ensures plenty of useful tips and close-quarters tuition for faster progression. Our coaching team of fully insured and experienced instructors tailor tuition to your individual ability. Having been in-house trained by former European Number 1 and British Team Bodyboarding Coach Rob Barber, you really couldn’t be in safer hands when bodyboarding in Cornwall.

Learn to surf in one of the UK’s prime surfing spots on Newquay’s South Fistral Beach. Under the watchful eye of a lifeguard-qualified surfing instructor, you’ll head out into the water to tackle your first waves or hone your skills. These beginner group lessons are perfect for first-timers or those needing a refresher lesson. Note that kids aged 7-10 must be accompanied by an adult.

With the British royal family being such public figures, the finer details of their lives are well-documented, including what they like to eat. Learn how to cook royal family favorites such as coronation chicken on this half-day small-group cooking class, before settling down to enjoy a five-course meal so you can feel like royalty too.

Lovers of all things sweet will enjoy this private gelato-making workshop in London. Your instructor guides you step-by-step through making delicious, homemade gelato and sorbet. As this is a private class, receive plenty of direct instruction. You can choose to make plant-based, dairy-free, or low-fat varieties if you like. Take around 1 quart (1 liter) of gelato home with you at the end.

Uncover the magic of the holiday season in a fun cooking class that teaches you to prepare four delightful dishes from our exclusive Christmas Special menu. As you chop, stir, and sauté, you'll also dive into the fascinating stories behind each dish’s origins, making this a festive culinary journey. After the work is done, enjoy a cozy dinner featuring the dishes you've just created, surrounded by the warmth of holiday cheer.