About the event

If you’re looking for inspiration, our friendly and relaxed ‘Wild About Craft’ group will help you try out new skills whilst connecting with nature in the beautiful setting of Magor Marsh Nature Reserve. 

We are hosting multiple workshops throughout the year, exploring different crafts, inspired by each of our 10 vulnerable species. Every session will begin with a short talk (or walk in spring/summer!) to explore the subject matter, before guiding you through fun exercises and onto the final creations. Each session can be enjoyed as a standalone event, but attending multiple workshops will provide a richer experience, allowing you to explore working with different mediums.. 

Session 1 – Create a clay Waxcap Fungus 

The Pink Waxcap (also known as the ballerina waxcap) is one of the most iconic and readily identifiable of the waxcap fungi species, which thrives in meadows and churchyards.  

Join us for our air-dry clay workshop, making your very own Pink Waxcap fungus.  

This craft will be spread across two sessions, due to the time needed for clay to dry before decorating.  

All the materials and light refreshments will be provided. 

Session 1: Thursday 16th January, 6:30pm-8:30pm – Build your mushroom 

Session 2: Thursday 23rd January, 6:30-8:30pm – Paint your mushroom 

Please note that this workshop is not run by professional artists, but by staff with a passion for connecting people to wildlife through craft. No previous experience is needed! The cost of the activity covers materials and supports the work of Gwent Wildlife Trust. This activity is only suitable for 16+.