Events and Courses for 2009

Diary of Events 2009

21st & 22nd February   - World Community Art Day

Visit Poplar farm to see the  ‘Field of Butterflies &  Bees’ a large scale outdoor art installation as part of ‘World Community Art Day’ to raise awareness of our fragile environment  and the impact of climate change particularly on our butterflies and bees.   Collect your free seeds to plant for the butterflies & bees in your garden.  Butterfly  biscuit & cake decorating.

11th, 12th & 13th April Easter Rare Breed Weekend

Come and see our rare breed Lincoln Longwools with their newborn lambs & enjoy a visit to the farm for the ‘Easter Egg Hunt ‘.  Easter Bonnet & Easter Cake making all weekend.  Special afternoon teas with Easter Simnel Cake for you to enjoy.

 1st, 2nd & 3rd May - Plant a Flower Weekend

With the growing season in full swing come and help us plant our ‘Wildflower Garden’ at Poplar Farm and collect your free plant to take home.  Plant pot decorating and make your own flower activities.

31st May – Lincolnshire Walking Festival 

1.30pm – 4pm

Join us for a coastal nature walk as part of the Lincolnshire walking festival taking in the beach, old railway track and beautiful Lincolnshire Countryside.

20th & 21st June - Poplar Farm Honey & Summer Solstice Weekend

With the bees in full flight busy collecting pollen to turn into honey,  Poplar Farm invites you to  visits to the bee hives ( please book) try some  honey tasting , sample some honey cooking,  join in making beeswax candles and much more.  On the longest day, Sunday we will be creating a labyrinth in one of the meadows for you to explore and celebrate with us the longest day of summer.   Taste of Lincolnshire buffet & music.

17th & 18th October - Poplar Farm Apple Weekend 

The apples are in abundance and this is your chance to taste different varieties of apples, find out about Lincolnshire apple tree varieties and our orchard conservation replanting scheme.  Sample some fine apple based recipes.  Apple bobbing, press your own apple juice and make your own apple crumble to take home.

14th & 15th November – Poplar Farm Annual Art Exhibition

Taking inspiration from nature; Poplar Farm’s Annual Art Exhibition is a showcase of Lincolnshire artistic talent.  Prizes to third place, art work for sale.

19th & 20th December - Poplar Farm Christmas Fayre

A festive treat of Lincolnshire food and produce, food tasting, make your own hamper.  Christmas decorations workshops, mulled wine, mince pies and carol singing around the Lincoln Longwool Nativity.

All events run from 9am – 5pm. The Summer Solstice event finishes at 10pm.

For more information and to book places please ring

Helen on 07894292641 or e-mail helen.matthew9@btopenworld.com

Weekly & Day Courses 2009

Poplar Farm is an ideal creative location set in fifteen acres of meadowland between the wolds and the sea, surrounded by wonderful flora, fauna and wildlife that is unique to this coastal strip.  A quiet coastal haven with glorious light, clean fresh air and much to inspire the budding or experienced artist and help develop your inner creativity.

Our courses are informal, friendly with small groups usually no more than six to ten people, ensuring you get the personal tuition and expertise that you require to enjoy and develop your artistic talents and creative side.

Our day courses include a light Tastes of Lincolnshire lunch. 

(Please let us know when booking if you have any special dietary requirements)

Family Art Fun ……….Saturday afternoons  2-4pm

Come along with your children and get creative on the farm,

A different art activity each week.

Art Scape ……..…....…..Thursdays afternoons 2-4pm Thursday evenings 6- 8pm  

Mixed ability, creative opportunity to define & explore your own style through experimenting with different mediums and techniques.

Get Crafty……………. Friday mornings 10.30am- 12noon

Card making, jewellery making, mosaics, candle making and much more….

Art on the Farm  ........  Private bookings

Special occasion & rainy day sessions two to four hours long

 (Min 4 adults/children) which can be personalised to you requirements chose from jewellery making, candle making, card making, glass painting, pottery painting etc. 

Day Courses

Suitable for all abilities, all materials provided, light lunch included.

10am – 3.30pm

Candle Making Workshop                         

Using traditional methods and natural beeswax

The workshop will focus on making rolled, moulded and decorated candles of various shapes, sizes and designs.

5th March & 9th April                           £50.00

Pet Portraiture Workshop                         

An all day course working from photographs of animals, Advice on drawing techniques and how to experiment and work with pastel crayons.

26th February-12th  March- 16th April   £45.00

An Introduction to Painting              

A chance to experiment with various mediums and try out different painting techniques to give you the confidence to develop your own painting style.

13th March- 3rd April -  8th  May             £45.00

 Deck the Halls                                                  

Christmas garland making workshop, forget the tinsel and spend a day using natural foliage, dried fruit and ribbons to create a Victorian Christmas garland to adorn your home this Christmas.

28th November – 11th December           £45.00

Half Day Courses

Pottery Painting

Design and paint onto bisque-ware pottery, plate, mugs, vases etc to create an original piece of ceramic art.

20th & 21st March, 24th & 25th April, 22nd & 23rd May  

                                                                  £25.00

Art work from groups in Mablethorpe & Chapel St Leonards

Art on the Farm

Art & Country Craft Courses

2009 Programme

Treat a friend for Christmas - Gift vouchers available

All day courses inclusive of a light lincolnshire lunch

Make a weekend of it and stay in our four star accomodation

Deck The Halls   @ £45.00

November / December 10am - 3pm

Christmas Garland making workshop, forget the tinsel and spend a day using natural foilage,dried fruit and ribbons to create a victorian Christmas Garland to adorn your home this Christmas.

Candle Making Workshop @ £55.00

November / January / Feb / March  10am - 3pm

Using traditional methods and natural beeswax the day will be focused on making rolled, moulded and decorated candles of various shapes, sizes and designs.

Pet Portratiture Workshop @ £45.00

January / February / March   10am - 3pm

An all day course working from photographs of animals.  Advice on drawing techniques and how to experiment and work with pastel crayons.

An Introduction to Painting @ £45.00

A chance to experiment with different materials and try out different techniques to give you the confidence to develop your own painting style.

January / February / March

                                                                                                                                              Art on the Farm

                                               Rainy Day & Special Occasion Art & Craft Activities

Birthday parties, Special Occasions Catered for

Book a private art & craft session for four or more

adults & children from £5.50 a head

Shell jewellery making, candle making, decoupage, glass painting, card making

All abilities welcome- All materials provided.

For more information or to order a brochure ring 07894292641 or e-mail helen.matthews9@btopenworld.com

Courses being put together for pottery, introduction to bee- keeping, mosaics and card making.

Creative Courses

contact Helen on 01507 443112  - 0789292641