Ely/ Cambridge
🎨 Creative & Art Workshops, Classes & Courses Near Ely / Cambridge
A creative retreat worth the journey (and yes, there will be cake!)
Looking for creative workshops near Cambridge? Whether you're curious about collage, itching to try indigo dyeing, or simply longing for a relaxed day of making in lovely company, Reef Make & Do offers something truly special.
We host expert-led creative workshops in Walsingham and Wiveton — tucked away on the beautiful North Norfolk coast. It’s a peaceful, inspiring setting for a proper escape-from-it-all day — and surprisingly do-able from Cambridge if you fancy a road trip with a purpose.
🚗 Getting Here from Cambridge
🕓 Approx. travel times:
By Car: ~1 hour 33 minutes from Cambridge / 1 hr 15mins from Ely
(via A10 and A1065 through Ely, Downham Market and Fakenham – scenic and simple)By Train: Not ideal – nearest stations are Sheringham and King’s Lynn, and both are still a fair distance from our venues
By Bus: ~3 hours
(Multiple changes – train or bus to King’s Lynn or Norwich, then on to Fakenham and Walsingham)
📍Our Venues
Our workshops take place in two light, calm and characterful venues:
Stonegate Farm, Little Walsingham – my home and a historic village ideal for getting your creative mojo back
Wiveton Parish Rooms– a peaceful spot just inland from the sea, perfect for blowing the cobwebs off
Both venues include:
Free parking
Step-free, accessible entry
Homemade refreshments (hello, cake!) and delicious two-course lunches on full-day workshops
All tools and materials provided — just bring yourself and your creative curiosity
💙 Why Guests from Cambridge Say It’s Worth the Trip
A proper change of pace and scenery — far enough to feel like a treat, close enough for a day trip
Welcoming, expert tutors who make you feel relaxed and inspired from the get-go
A warm, friendly community of like-minded makers
Homemade food, laughter, connection, and something beautiful to take home with you
“It was exactly what I needed — a day to myself, immersed in colour, pattern and peace. I came from Cambridge and would do it again in a heartbeat.” – Clare W., Cambridge
🎟️ Workshops Loved by Our Guests from Cambridge
Indigo Dyeing & Pattern Play – organic, bold, and beautiful
Lino Printing – simple to start, endlessly creative
Stained Glass for Beginners – make something you’ll treasure
Collage & Mixed Media – expressive, freeing, and fun
🗺️ Directions + Map
Ready for a scenic drive to spark your creativity? Click below to plan your journey from Cambridge to Walsingham:
📍Get directions to Walsingham →
🅿️ Free, easy parking
♿ Fully accessible workshop spaces
🫖 Homemade cakes, tea, and proper food included
💌 Ready to escape the city and get creative?
You bring the curiosity, we’ll provide the paint, the cake, and a day to remember.
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