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Swap trail boots for a paintbrush at The Kings Arms in Prestbury. This two-hour Paint and Sip Night teaches beginners to paint “Rainy Parade” while you sip from the bar — a perfect midweek escape for visitors to Cheltenham and Tewkesbury.
Swap trail boots for a paintbrush at The Kings Arms in Prestbury. This two-hour Paint and Sip Night teaches beginners to paint “Rainy Parade” while you sip from the bar — a perfect midweek escape for visitors to Cheltenham and Tewkesbury.
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On a crisp midweek evening in Prestbury, paintbrushes and pints come together at The Kings Arms on High Street, Prestbury, Cheltenham. This two-hour Paint and Sip Night gives beginners a friendly, hands-on window into acrylic painting: the evening’s project is a whimsical piece called “Rainy Parade.” The meeting point is The Kings Arms, High Street, Prestbury, Cheltenham, where the pub’s snug interior and street-facing windows create a cozy, communal studio for creative travel nights.
The session runs 7:00–9:00 PM and includes all painting materials — canvas, paints, brushes — plus step-by-step tuition from an experienced art coach. Tickets are £20 per person; drinks and light nibbles are available from the bar so you can sip while you paint. With a minimum age of 14, this is an ideal midweek escape for visitors staying in nearby Cheltenham or exploring Tewkesbury who want an evening activity that trades boots for brushes without losing the sociable pub atmosphere.
Key features of the experience are the hands-on instruction, the communal table setup, and the “Rainy Parade” composition that encourages bold color and broad strokes — perfect for novices. The Kings Arms sits on Prestbury’s High Street, where traditional stone and brick façades frame the street; the local character of the village slips naturally into the session and makes the workshop feel rooted in place. Though this is an indoor event, it complements a day spent walking Prestbury’s streets or visiting nearby town sights, offering a creative close to an active day.
Why this workshop stands out: it combines low-pressure learning with an authentic local setting, and it’s run at an actual public house rather than a formal studio, so attendees feel part of the neighbourhood. Materials are provided, tuition is friendly and practical, and the pace leaves time to chat, compare techniques and take home a finished canvas by night’s end.
Practical notes: spaces are limited and bookings are via the FareHarbor referral link; wear clothes you don’t mind getting paint on and arrive a few minutes early to settle in. This session is useful for solo travelers wanting company, couples seeking a relaxed date night, and groups looking for a creative social after exploring Prestbury or Cheltenham. It’s a simple, satisfying way to spend an evening in the heart of a small English town.
The £20 ticket includes all painting materials (canvas, paints, brushes) and two hours of tuition from an experienced art coach.
No. Drinks and nibbles are available to purchase from The Kings Arms bar throughout the evening.
The minimum age for participants is 14.
Meet at The Kings Arms, High Street, Prestbury, Cheltenham — look for the pub on the High Street and check in with the host on arrival.
Bookings and cancellations are handled through the FareHarbor booking link provided with your reservation confirmation.
No — the workshop is beginner-friendly and designed for first-timers and casual painters.
Paint Pot Parties is a creative events company based at The Old Kennels in England. The business runs guided painting workshops, pop-up art nights, family sessions and seasonal specials hosted at restaurants, theatres, studios and outdoor venues across the region. Events include family paint and picnic mornings, Paint & Pudding evenings, Paint & Pizza nights, Paint & Sip workshops, kids’ pumpkin and Halloween sessions, decoupage skull workshops, Barre & Brushstrokes and themed community pop-ups. Workshops are led by experienced artists and therapeutic art coaches, with several sessions explicitly guided by art coach Brydie. Many events are described as suitable for all skill levels and include clear instruction, stencil or traceable options, and supplied materials where noted. Public pop-ups have taken place at venues such as Cotswold Lounge (Chipping Norton), Gupshill Manor (Tewkesbury), Stroud Brewery, Cattivo (Cirencester), Rose & Crown (Redmarley), The Globe (Stonehouse), Brasserie Blanc (Cheltenham), Dunkertons Park, Swan Theatre (Worcester), Topoly's (Gloucester), The Plough (Prestbury), Norton Grounds and other local establishments named in event listings. Paint Pot Parties programs combine social dining and painting — for example, workshops paired with pizza, bruschetta, brunch or seasonal puddings — and occasional performance-led evenings like the Drag Arty Party. Tickets are offered per event, often with limited availability, and the company promotes engaging, accessible creative experiences for families, friends and community groups. Booking information and dates are provided per event, and many nights are hosted in partnership with local restaurants, bars, galleries and community clubs. Attendees can expect social atmospheres, step-by-step instruction, and take-home artworks at the end often.
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