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Christmas Wreath Workshop

Participants begin the session with a welcome drink of mulled wine, tea, or coffee served alongside a mince pie. Alex Rowling, Managing Director of Master Ropemakers, guides guests through the techniques for assembling a traditional holiday door wreath. Crafters then take to the tables to decorate a unique rope base using provided foliage, festive materials, and ribbons.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Tickets

£49 per person, includes rope wreath, decorations and light refreshments.

Hours

11.30am–1.30pm (11am arrival).

Ages

All ages

Food & Drink

A welcome drink of mulled wine, tea or coffee is served with a mince pie.

Going?

Location

The Historic Dockyard Chatham · Anchor Wharf, Chatham, Kent ME4 4TZ Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

Festive craft enthusiasts

Vibe

Festive and hands-on

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

High

Tips & Advice

  • Book online in advance, as advance booking is required for this separately ticketed workshop and secures your place.
  • Arrive at 11am for the 11.30am start, allowing time to be ready before the two-hour workshop begins.
  • For December sessions, do not plan to tour the wider Dockyard, because the site and its attractions are closed.
  • Visit The Ropery Shop during December sessions; it will be open while the wider Dockyard site is closed.
  • Think about wreath-making ideas and a colour scheme before arriving, so you can make the most of the provided decorations.

Special Events & Promotions

  • On December workshop dates, the wider Dockyard site and attractions are closed; The Ropery Shop is open.

Links & Contact

Run by Chatham Historic Dockyard Trust

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Frequently Asked Questions

What will I make, and what materials are provided?

You’ll make a traditional door wreath on a rope base, with foliage, ribbons and other festive decorations provided.

Who leads the workshop?

Alex Rowling, Managing Director of Master Ropemakers, guides participants through the wreath-making techniques.

What refreshments are included?

The welcome drink is mulled wine, tea or coffee, served with a mince pie; light refreshments are included.

Do I need to book ahead?

Yes. Book online in advance.

Can I explore the Dockyard on a December workshop day?

No. The wider Dockyard site and its attractions are closed on December workshop dates, but The Ropery Shop will be open.

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