Create & Graze: Wooden Duck Workshop, Old Stocks Inn

Create & Graze at the Old Stocks Inn in Stow-on-the-Wold offers a low-key, hands-on evening that pairs craft with local flavor. Hosted by Paint Pot Parties Ltd, this Wooden Duck Painting Workshop runs from 7–9pm and takes place in the atmospheric public rooms of the Old Stocks Inn, where guests sip a glass of fizz and enjoy an individual graze platter while they paint. For £40 attendees receive one wooden duck, all art materials, step-by-step guidance from an experienced artist, and the convivial pace of a small-group session.

The workshop’s key feature is the wooden duck ornament itself: a compact, tactile piece that invites color, texture, and personality. Materials on hand allow for acrylic layering, fine-line detailing, and simple embellishments, so the finished keepsake works well as a mantel accent or travel memory. The setting is equally important.

The Old Stocks Inn occupies classic Cotswold limestone architecture just off the market square in Stow-on-the-Wold, giving the evening a local character that feels distinctly English: exposed beams, pub tables converted to craft stations, and warm lighting that flatters paint colors and conversation alike. This event stands out as a short, accessible creative escape for visitors exploring the Cotswolds or locals seeking a convivial night out. It requires no prior experience; the instructor from Paint Pot Parties Ltd helps beginners and suggests techniques for more confident painters.

Because the session combines food, drink, and a finished object to take home, it makes a dependable option for date nights, small groups, or travelers looking to bring back a handcrafted souvenir rooted in place. Practical notes: the session lasts about two hours, so plan transportation and parking accordingly; booking in advance is advised as spaces are limited. Arrive on time to settle in with your graze platter before paints are distributed.

If you’re touring the region, allow extra time to wander Stow-on-the-Wold’s market square and its honey-colored Cotswold stone shops before or after the class. A brief cultural note: Stow-on-the-Wold grew as a medieval market town in the heart of the Cotswolds, historically connected to the wool trade, and the Old Stocks Inn reflects that long local story. The Create & Graze workshop is small-scale and low-impact—perfect for visitors who want an intimate, creative experience that supports a local operator and leaves them with something handmade.

Scheduled sessions such as Wednesday 30th April give visitors a set evening plan during a Cotswolds itinerary; Paint Pot Parties Ltd runs similar classes and tailors guidance to individual skill levels. Bring a small bag to protect wet paint when traveling home, and check dietary needs with the venue for your graze platter. This kind of maker-night offers a meaningful souvenir and a relaxed alternative to tourist outings.