Picnic and Pottery Painting in the Paddock

An image of a picnic set-up on some grass, with sandwiches and crisps, and paint supplies.

Unit 14 B and C, Viables Craft Centre, RG22 4BJ

Tuesday 11 August and Wednesday 19 August

10.30am to 12.30pm

Join The Parlour Tearoom, Viables, in collaboration for a relaxed summer morning of afternoon tea and pottery painting in the beautiful paddock.

Your ticket includes:

Homemade Afternoon Tea Picnic Box
A small pottery item, paints and equipment
Glazing and firing
Two hours to relax, paint and enjoy

Ticket prices: Adults £25 | Children £20

Suitable for adults and children—just bring a picnic blanket!
Spaces are limited and advance booking is essential.

For more information, and how to book tickets, please visit: https://www.theparlourtearoom.com/whats-on?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBEwMzliZ3hac1B1dmx3NG1Gd3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6z7eUrP8kxOm9YUgxZ1DOtJB0h4utOy-Qo-GMIUVu53BhlPkXq3ycjLqVH_Q_aem_E5HZHpnad-S9oW36n8H_UA

Start:

11th August 2026 at 9:30 am

End:

19th August 2026 at 11:30 am

Location:

Viables Craft Centre, Basingstoke

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