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Terracotta & Tea: A Hands-On Mini-Garden Crafternoon for Teens in Nottingham
Design a preserved-flora mini garden in a prepared terracotta pot under the guidance of the Debbie Bryan team, with options that pair crafting and an indulgent afternoon tea.
Terracotta & Tea: A Hands-On Mini-Garden Crafternoon for Teens in Nottingham.
Set in Nottingham city centre, the Teen’s Mini Garden Crafternoon guides 13–17 year olds through building a bespoke mini garden using preserved moss and naturally dried flora in a demure terracotta pot, led by the Debbie Bryan team and concluded with a choice of cordial, tea or coffee and a selection of sweet treats when booked with an afternoon tea package.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Build a lasting mini garden
Each participant receives a 6cm terracotta pot prepped with Oasis SEC dry foam, everlasting moss, a selection of preserved and dried flora, and arrangement pins to design a long-lived tabletop garden.
Expert tips from the Debbie Bryan team
The session begins with an introduction from the Debbie Bryan team covering tips and techniques, setting attendees up to develop their own design within the provided materials.
Afternoon tea options for a longer session
Choose a package that pairs the craft with a Teen’s Afternoon Tea featuring a choice of drink and a selection of finger sandwiches, scones and mini treats; this combined booking allocates extra time so craft begins the session.
What the day feels like
What the session feels like
The Crafternoon unfolds as a focused, hands-on workshop: a short introduction from the Debbie Bryan team, then hands-on arranging of moss and preserved flora into a pre-prepped terracotta pot, with materials and pins provided so each teen leaves with a finished mini garden and, if chosen, a plated afternoon tea service to follow the crafting.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this Crafternoon suits—and who should take care.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Standard Crafternoon bookings allocate 1.5 hours; bookings that include Teen’s Afternoon Tea allocate 2.5 hours, with the craft portion beginning the combined booking.
Provided items include a 6cm terracotta pot prepped with Oasis SEC dry foam, everlasting moss, a selection of preserved and dried flora, arrangement pins, plus a choice of cordial, tea or coffee and a chocolate fudge brownie for the basic package; the Afternoon Tea package includes an expanded selection of sandwiches, a scone with clotted cream and preserves, and mini treats.
Meet on the 1st Floor at No 4-6 St Peter's Gate, Nottingham NG1 2JG for the start of the session.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What ages can attend the Teen's Mini Garden Crafternoon?
The session is for teens aged 13–17 years.
How long does the session take?
Standard craft bookings are allocated one and a half hours; bookings that include Teen’s Afternoon Tea are allocated two and a half hours, with craft starting the booking.
What materials and tools are provided?
A 6cm terracotta pot prepped with Oasis SEC dry foam, everlasting moss, preserved and dried flora, and arrangement pins are provided, along with instruction from the Debbie Bryan team.
Where do we meet for the event?
The meeting point is on the 1st Floor at No 4-6 St Peter's Gate, Nottingham NG1 2JG.
Are there food and dietary options?
Afternoon Tea packages offer Traditional, Vegetarian and Vegan selections and a Low Gluten menu is offered, but because gluten is handled on site there remains a small risk of cross-contamination.
Does an adult need to attend with minors?
Yes—an adult must be in attendance at all times during a visit with anyone under 16.