June 20 @ 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm

The countdown is on…

Meanwood Park Festival returns on Saturday 20th June, and we couldn’t be more excited to be part of it once again.

This family-friendly event is all about bringing neighbours, local businesses, and friends together for a day of music, activities, and community spirit to raise funds for community projects.

Highlights include performances from local bands, artists, and a community choir providing entertainment throughout the day. Indulge in delicious offerings from local food vendors and the Three Cottages Cafe. Plus, there will be a variety of market stalls with prices to suit many pockets.

LIVE MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT

LOCAL FOOD & DRINK VENDORS

TAILWAGGERS DOG SHOW

CRAFT MARKET

GAMES & ACTIVITIES FOR ALL AGES

Bring your friends, family — even your dog — and enjoy a fantastic day in the park.

WANT TO HOST A STALL? OR DONATE A RAFFLE PRIZE?

WE’D LOVE YOUR SUPPORT!

Our main goal is to raise funds for this important project, and we’d love your support! We’re also seeking raffle donations and contributions from local businesses to help make this event a success.

Vendors interested in participating or local businesses wishing to host a stall, please contact us soon — spaces are limited. For more details and to share your interest, email us at hello@meanwoodparkfestival.com

Entry is completely free and open to everyone. 

Please note additional toilet facilities are being provided on site and road closure details have been arranged for local residence. The event will be heavily publicised to ensure visitors are aware traffic controls will be in place and no parking will be available

EXTRA TOILETS WILL BE PROVIDED

ROAD CLOSURES WILL BE IN PLACE

PLEASE WALK OR USE PUBLIC TRANSPORT

If you have any questions or concerns, please email the Meanwood Park Festival team: hello@meanwoodparkfestival.com

For updates and more info, follow us on social media @meanwoodparkfestival

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June 21 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Treat Dad to a proper Sunday roast in the heart of Meanwood Park.
Great food, cold pints, and a cosy atmosphere, just how it should be.
Tables are limited, so book early to make his day.

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July 3 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

This workshop is a gentle appointment with yourself. Enjoy it as a one-off experience or as part of a regular monthly ritual of creativity, connection and calm.

Take time to slow down and create in this relaxed evening of botanical imprint casting. Designed as a mindful, creative escape or a thoughtful night out with friends, this workshop invites you to explore natural texture, form and hands-on making in an unhurried, welcoming setting.

Led by Claire from Parkland Creative, you will use clay and plaster to capture the delicate details of leaves, flowers and foliage. You will work with a curated selection of seasonal botanicals, with the option to bring your own fresh pieces if you would like to create something more personal.

With gentle, step-by-step guidance throughout, the process is enjoyable and accessible for all abilities. You will have the freedom to experiment with shapes, textures and finishes, creating a tactile piece that reflects your own style and creativity.

The finished imprint is a lasting piece, perfect for styling in your home or gifting to someone special. Beyond the making itself, the workshop is designed as a calm and restorative experience, giving you space to focus, breathe and enjoy the simple pleasure of creating something by hand.

Your finished piece becomes more than artwork. It is a keepsake and a reminder of time spent slowing down and nurturing creativity.

What’s included:

• All materials and tools
• A curated selection of leaves, flowers and botanicals
• Clay and plaster for imprint casting
• Friendly, expert guidance throughout
• Your finished botanical imprint to take home
• Styling and care advice
• Optional framing or finish upgrades
• Guests are welcome to bring their own fresh botanicals

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August 7 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Slow down and unwind with a relaxed evening of dried floral design. This workshop is designed as mindful self-care or an easy going creative night with friends, offering space to explore your own style while creating a bespoke floral piece for your home or as a thoughtful gift.

Led by Claire from Parkland Creative, you will design and assemble your own dried floral hoop using a curated selection of premium dried flowers and foliage. You will have the freedom to choose colours, textures and layout to suit your personal style, creating a piece that feels unique and considered.

Your finished hoop can be styled as a hanging feature or as a free standing display, making it a versatile and lasting addition to your home. The workshop is suitable for complete beginners as well as those with a love of floral design.

With gentle, step by step guidance throughout, you can enjoy the creative process at your own pace while picking up simple design techniques and styling tips to bring balance and harmony to your arrangement. Guests are welcome to bring along their own dried botanicals if they would like to add a personal touch.

By the end of the evening, you will leave with a beautifully finished dried floral hoop that will continue to bring joy long after the workshop ends. The evening itself is about slowing down, focusing on creativity and enjoying a calm, mindful moment, either for yourself or shared with friends.

What’s included:

• All materials and tools
• A curated selection of premium dried flowers and foliage
• Metal hoops suitable for hanging or free standing display
• Friendly, expert guidance throughout
• Your finished dried floral hoop to take home
• Styling and care advice
• Guests are welcome to bring their own dried botanicals

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September 4 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

This workshop is a gentle appointment with yourself. Enjoy it as a one-off creative evening or as part of a regular monthly ritual of creativity, connection and calm.

Slow down and enjoy a relaxed evening of mindful card making. Designed as thoughtful self-care or an easy going creative night with friends, this workshop offers space to explore texture, colour and natural materials while creating beautiful, high quality greeting cards.

Led by Claire from Parkland Creative, you will create a collection of bespoke botanical greeting cards using a curated selection of dried flowers, foliage and fern leaves. Working with natural and textured papers, you will learn how to layer, arrange and stamp elegant greetings to create tactile, considered cards that reflect your own style.

With gentle, step by step guidance throughout, the process is enjoyable and accessible for all abilities. The workshop is suitable for complete beginners as well as those with some craft experience. Guests are welcome to bring along their own small dried botanicals to incorporate, adding a personal and meaningful touch.

By the end of the evening, you will leave with a finished set of greeting cards, perfect for sending to loved ones or keeping as stylish stationery at home.

The evening is about enjoying the process as much as the finished pieces. It is a chance to slow down, focus on creativity and enjoy a calm, welcoming environment that encourages connection and inspiration.

What’s included:

• All materials and tools
• A curated selection of dried flowers, foliage and fern leaves
• Natural and textured papers
• Stamps and ink for greeting messages
• Friendly, expert guidance throughout
• Your finished set of luxury greeting cards to take home
• Guests are welcome to bring their own dried botanicals

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September 25 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Step into the season and slow down with a relaxed evening of autumn wreath making. Designed as mindful self-care or a cosy night out with friends, this workshop invites you to connect with nature while exploring texture, colour and form in a warm, welcoming setting.

Led by Claire from Parkland Creative, you will work with a carefully curated selection of fresh, seasonal foliage, flowers and natural elements. With gentle, step by step guidance, you will learn how to layer, arrange and style your wreath at your own pace, creating a piece that feels both balanced and personal.

The workshop is suitable for complete beginners as well as those with some creative experience. Guests are welcome to bring along their own special foliage or decorative accents if they would like to add a meaningful touch to their design.

By the end of the evening, you will leave with a finished autumn wreath, perfect for styling at home, marking the change of season or giving as a thoughtful gift.

More than just making, the evening is about enjoying the scents, textures and colours of autumn and allowing yourself time to slow down and create. Each wreath becomes a reflection of the season and your own personal style.

What’s included:

• All materials and tools
• Seasonal fresh foliage, flowers and natural elements
• Friendly, expert guidance throughout
• Your finished autumn wreath to take home
• Tips for styling and longevity
• Guests are welcome to bring their own foliage or decorative accents

Spaces are limited, so early booking is recommended. Drinks are available to purchase from the bar during the evening 

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October 23 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Slow down and enjoy a relaxed evening of ceramic painting, designed to be mindful, playful and easy going. This workshop offers space to explore colour, texture and design while creating a unique piece that reflects your own style, whether you come along solo or as a creative night out with friends.

Led by Claire from Parkland Creative, you will paint your own ceramic pumpkin using a curated selection of paints, brushes and simple techniques. You are free to take your design in any direction, from botanical and seasonal patterns to something a little bolder and more playful, inspired by autumn or Halloween.

The workshop is suitable for all abilities and encourages experimentation and personal expression. Guests are welcome to bring along ideas or inspiration if they would like to shape their design in a particular way.

By the end of the evening, you will leave with a finished ceramic pumpkin, a one of a kind piece to display at home, style as part of your autumn décor or give as a thoughtful handmade gift.

Beyond the finished piece, the evening is about slowing down, enjoying the process and making time for yourself in a calm, welcoming space. Each pumpkin becomes a reflection of your creativity and imagination.

What’s included:

• All materials and tools
• Ceramic pumpkin to paint
• A curated selection of paints, brushes and techniques
• Friendly, expert guidance throughout
• Your finished ceramic pumpkin to take home
• Guests are welcome to bring along ideas or inspiration

Spaces are limited, so early booking is recommended. Drinks are available to purchase from the bar during the evening 

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November 4 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Slow down and enjoy a mindful, hands-on evening of block printing. Designed as relaxed self-care or a fun, creative night out with friends, this workshop invites you to explore pattern, colour and texture while creating personalised printed pieces.

Led by Claire from Parkland Creative, you will work with a variety of block designs and colours, printing onto your choice of canvas items such as tote bags, pouches, tea towels or cushion covers. Whether you are drawn to bold graphic patterns, softer floral designs or a mix of styles, you will have the freedom to create pieces that reflect your own personality and taste.

The workshop is suitable for complete beginners as well as those with some craft experience. You are encouraged to experiment with colour, placement and layering, and guests are welcome to bring along ideas or inspiration to guide their designs.

By the end of the evening, you will leave with two or more finished printed items, perfect for everyday use, styling your home or giving as thoughtful handmade gifts.

Beyond the finished pieces, the evening is about enjoying the creative process and taking time for yourself in a calm, welcoming environment. Each printed item becomes a reflection of your creativity and artistic flair.

What’s included:

• All materials and tools
• A variety of block designs and colours
• A choice of canvas items including tote bags, pouches, tea towels or cushion covers. Claire will be in touch ahead of the event to confirm your selections
• Friendly, expert guidance throughout
• Your finished printed items to take home
• Guests are welcome to bring along design ideas

Spaces are limited, so early booking is recommended. Drinks are available to purchase from the bar during the evening 

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November 13 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Ease into the festive season with a relaxed evening of water marbling. Designed to be joyful and creative without feeling rushed, this workshop gives you the chance to experiment with colour, pattern and movement while creating truly unique Christmas decorations for your home or as thoughtful gifts.

Led by Claire from Parkland Creative, you will work with a specialist water marbling medium to create a set of one of a kind baubles. You will explore different colour combinations, swirls and patterns, allowing each piece to develop naturally through the process. The hands-on nature of water marbling makes the experience playful, absorbing and satisfying.

The workshop is suitable for complete beginners as well as those with some creative experience. With gentle guidance throughout, you are free to experiment and enjoy the process at your own pace.

By the end of the evening, you will leave with a finished set of marbled baubles, perfect for decorating your own tree or gifting to someone special.

Beyond the decorations themselves, the evening is about enjoying colour and creativity, slowing down and taking a mindful break in a warm, welcoming setting. Each bauble becomes a small, personal expression of your festive style.

What’s included:

• All materials and tools
• Specialist water marbling medium and colour selection
• Friendly, expert guidance throughout
• Your finished set of Christmas baubles to take home
• Time and space to explore your own colour combinations and designs

Spaces are limited, so early booking is recommended. Drinks are available to purchase from the bar during the evening 

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November 18 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Ease into the festive season with a relaxed evening of water marbling. Designed to be joyful and creative without feeling rushed, this workshop gives you the chance to experiment with colour, pattern and movement while creating truly unique Christmas decorations for your home or as thoughtful gifts.

Led by Claire from Parkland Creative, you will work with a specialist water marbling medium to create a set of one of a kind baubles. You will explore different colour combinations, swirls and patterns, allowing each piece to develop naturally through the process. The hands-on nature of water marbling makes the experience playful, absorbing and satisfying.

The workshop is suitable for complete beginners as well as those with some creative experience. With gentle guidance throughout, you are free to experiment and enjoy the process at your own pace.

By the end of the evening, you will leave with a finished set of marbled baubles, perfect for decorating your own tree or gifting to someone special.

Beyond the decorations themselves, the evening is about enjoying colour and creativity, slowing down and taking a mindful break in a warm, welcoming setting. Each bauble becomes a small, personal expression of your festive style.

What’s included:

• All materials and tools
• Specialist water marbling medium and colour selection
• Friendly, expert guidance throughout
• Your finished set of Christmas baubles to take home
• Time and space to explore your own colour combinations and designs

Spaces are limited, so early booking is recommended. Drinks are available to purchase from the bar during the evening 

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