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Quirky Workshops

4.8(60)
Event Venue

About

Quirky Workshops offers a serene setting in a restored 17th-century farmhouse near the Lake District, ideal for small business groups seeking creative team-building or skill development. The Grade II listed Swallow and Squirrel Barn studios provide flexible layouts for hands-on workshops, with natural light and stone walls enhancing focus and conversation.

Guests enjoy homemade lunches, fresh coffee, and cream tea served in the garden or indoors, creating a hospitable atmosphere that supports productive days. Located five miles west of Penrith and near major routes, the venue combines rural calm with convenient access, making it a distinctive choice for corporate retreats and training sessions.

Best for

  • Creative team-building workshops
  • Focused skill-building sessions
  • Intimate client brainstorming retreats

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What's typically included

  • Space & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

Grade II listed 17th-century farmhouse studios
Historic Venue
Grade II listed 17th-century farmhouse studios
Workshops take place in sensitively restored barns with stone walls and a calm, safe atmosphere that supports creativity and focus.
Homemade lunches and cream teas served in a stone-walled garden
Catering Experience
Homemade lunches and cream teas served in a stone-walled garden
Groups enjoy fresh, home-prepared food including tasty lunches and Aga cream teas, with options to dine indoors or outdoors in the garden during summer months.
Flexible teaching spaces with indoor and outdoor options
Creative Workshop Setting
Flexible teaching spaces with indoor and outdoor options
Demonstrations can be projected or gathered around, with outdoor courses like pizza oven and pottery firing held in sheltered garden areas, fostering an inspiring and adaptable environment.

At a glance

Rated 4.8 on Google · 60 reviews