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Art Classes & Creative Workshops at
The Lost Barn, Cheshire

🎨 One-Off Art Courses & Workshops

🕙 Mondays & Weekend Dates | 10am–2pm
🖌️ All Abilities Welcome | Live Demonstrations

🎨 Step-by-Step Tuition & Colour Mixing Tutorials
☕ On-Site Coffee Shop | Takeaway Tea, Coffee & Lunch Options
🌿 Beautiful Outdoor Tipi Studio | Heated During Cooler Months
🚗 Free Parking | ♿ Accessible Venue
✨ Relaxed, Inspiring Setting | Perfect for Creativity & Well-Being

Join us at The Lost Barn in Tilston, near Chester, for inspiring art classes and creative workshops in the heart of the Cheshire countryside.

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Led by professional artist and tutor Dan Bethell, our beginner-friendly workshops offer step-by-step demonstrations, individual guidance and quality art materials in a relaxed, supportive environment.

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Explore our growing programme of watercolour and acrylic painting workshops, with plans to introduce even more creative opportunities, including drawing, oils, mixed media and printmaking.

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Set within a beautiful countryside location, The Lost Barn offers a unique creative experience, with a heated tipi studio and an on-site coffee shop. It's the perfect place to develop new skills, explore your creativity and enjoy a few hours away from everyday life.

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Ready to get creative? Explore our upcoming workshops below or join our mailing list to be the first to hear about new dates and courses.

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The Venue – A Unique Countryside Setting

Enjoy a creative escape at The Lost Barn in Tilston, Cheshire. Our workshops take place in a spacious, heated tipi, surrounded by beautiful countryside, with plenty of room to work comfortably.

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With an excellent on-site coffee shop, refreshments and convenient parking, it's a fantastic location to spend a few hours getting creative.

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Our Art Classes – Learn, Explore & Create

Our workshops combine practical demonstrations with plenty of hands-on painting time. Explore colour mixing, brushwork, composition and a variety of artistic techniques, with individual guidance throughout each session.

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Each workshop focuses on a different subject or medium, giving you the opportunity to experiment, develop your artistic skills and create your own finished artwork to take home.

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Upcoming Workshops – Discover What's Next

Discover our latest creative workshops at The Lost Barn, with a changing programme of subjects and painting techniques throughout the year.

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Whether you're interested in botanical watercolours, landscapes, wildlife or exploring a completely new medium, there's always something new to discover.

Structured Learning, Exceptional Results

Our themed courses combine expert guidance with practical demonstrations, helping students of all abilities develop strong painting foundations and produce artwork they never thought possible.
Upcoming Courses

Current Courses

FAQ | Frequently asked questions

Julie Keary, Google Review

"Dan has so much knowledge about painting that he shares very freely. He is encouraging whilst trying to help you learn from your mistakes, or prevent you making mistakes! . The venue is gorgeous. It is a lovely day out."

Rose Beasley, Google Review

“The tipi at The Lost Barn was ideal — comfortable with plenty of space to work. As a retired teacher, I especially appreciated the meticulous planning that had gone into the course. Dan’s demonstrations were encouraging and responsive, and you felt he really cared about every individual’s experience. A really lovely session!”

Joanna Crosse, Google Review

"I have never done anything like this before and was a little nervous beforehand. Dan was an excellent tutor - I learnt so much and what I achieved exceeded my expectations, plus it was really enjoyable. I highly recommend the whole experience."

The First Step is Turning Up

So many of our students feel nervous before their first art class — but by the end, they’re incredibly pleased they took that first step.
Having a creative outlet offers so much more than learning to paint or draw. It’s time to switch off, focus your mind and enjoy physically making something with your own hands. A few hours can disappear surprisingly quickly when you’re absorbed in the creative process.
There’s also a real sense of achievement in seeing your work develop — building confidence, learning new skills and recognising your own progress from one class to the next. You don’t need any previous experience or natural ability to begin. Just turn up, give it a go and enjoy learning something creative.

Ready to take the first step?
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