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SAILORS GALENTINES
Fri 26 Jun, 7pm
£35 /person
Our popular Sailor's Valentine workshop returns!
With a cornucopia of shells to choose from and a wealth of inspiration, design and create your own shell-mosaic keepsake, either for yourself, a loved one or your very best Judy. Complete with a special, candlelit tour of the Grotto and a glass (or two) of Prosecco.
OYSTER GHOULS
Thu 29 + Fri 30 Oct, drop in 10am - 12pm
Free with entry
Boo! In honour of the Grotto’s resident ghost and the oyster shells on our walls, this October Half Term, design your own phantom friend and turn a humble oyster into a ghostly Halloween decoration. Will your creation be nice, geeky, nasty or just plain shellfish? No booking required.
GROTTO RESTORATION WORKSHOP
Fri 11 Sep, 7pm
£35 /person
Led by our award-winning conservator Rob, discover the processes involved in restoring the Shell Grotto's Grade-I listed walls from the master himself and then use them to create your very own piece of slate-backed shell mosaic to take home.
Featuring live demonstrations and a very special, behind-the-scenes tour of the conservation in action. With all proceeds going right back into sponsoring more restoration!
SHELL BAUBLE WORKSHOP
Fri 4 Dec, 7pm
£35 /person
Our Santa’s workshop is overflowing with thousands of shells, from all over the world. Pick your favourites and craft a beautiful shell-encrusted bauble for your or your loved one’s Christmas tree. It’s the ultimate festive seaside decoration. Christmas songs, mince pies and mulled wine included, naturally.