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Jane Austen Craft Workshop with Cream Tea

Dukes Hotel, Bath, BA2 4DN
2 hrs
Food & Drink Crafts

tep into the elegance of the Georgian era with this charming hands-on workshop in one of Bath’s grandest locations—Great Pulteney Street. In true Jane Austen fashion, you’ll customise your very own Regency-style reticule (a small decorative handbag), before relaxing with a delicious cream tea in a beautiful hotel setting.

Using sustainably sourced fabrics and trims from our vintage haberdashery bar, you'll create something uniquely yours—no sewing experience needed!

What to Expect:

  • A warm welcome in a stunning Bath hotel on Great Pulteney Street
  • Choose from a selection of pre-made Regency-style reticules to customise
  • Access to a vintage haberdashery bar filled with quality fabrics, lace, ribbons and embellishments
  • All materials and equipment provided—just bring your creativity!
  • Step-by-step guidance from friendly tutors (perfect for beginners)
  • Learn simple sewing techniques and ways to beautifully personalise your bag
  • Take home a handmade, sustainable souvenir that captures the spirit of Bath
  • Finish your experience with a traditional cream tea, served in elegant surroundings

Whether you’re an Austen fan, a craft lover, or just looking for a unique and memorable Bath experience, this delightful session offers a perfect blend of creativity, heritage and indulgence.

Age restrictions: 18+

Adult (including cream tea) £60

Available dates

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Sat, 31 May 13:30 - 15:30
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Sat, 28 Jun 13:30 - 15:30
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How to get there

Dukes Hotel, Bath, BA2 4DN

Facilities

  • Refreshments available
  • Toilets
  • WiFi

On the day

Please arrive up to 5 minutes in advance of the time of the workshop. No previous sewing experience is needed. The venue is on Great Pulteney Street in central Bath and walkable from the train station. There ar numerous car parking options in central Bath.

Changes happen, don't worry

How to change dates
Change of plans? You can easily rebook the next available slot up to 30 days before your experience.
How to get a refund
Can't make it? We understand things happen! You can cancel and get a full refund up to 30 days before your experience.
Please note that this refund policy does not apply to gift bookings. You may reschedule your gift if outside the time period stated above. Please note that Yuup gift cards are valid for redemption for 12 months, and if not redeemed by this date, you will get a Yuup credit added to your Yuup account equivalent to the unspent value of the Yuup gift card less a Yuup administration fee of 20%.

You'll be hosted by

Fran Forsyth (She/Her)

Fran is passionate about sustainable textiles and has training in sewing, upholstery and zero waste fashion. Following a successful career in law, she combines her love of making with promoting the changes needed to tackle waste in the textiles industry.

Jan Periton Dunning (She/Her)

Jan is a qualified Art and D&T specialist with more than ten years' experience teaching in schools and galleries. Prior to this, she worked in the fashion industry. A life-long maker, she's also a photographer and published author.

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Available dates

Choose a slot to begin your booking
This is a gift
Choose a date later
Sat, 31 May 13:30 - 15:30
20 places left
Sat, 28 Jun 13:30 - 15:30
20 places left