Thursday 9th April
12:00-13:00

Join us for a hands-on workshop where children will learn the basics of bookbinding and create a unique handmade notebook — the perfect keepsake or thoughtful gift! In just one hour, they will fold, stitch, and decorate a notebook using child-friendly tools and colourful materials.

This is a small-group workshop for children ages 8+, and we provide all equipment, step-by-step instructions and support.

All children must be signed in by a responsible adult. Grown-ups are welcome to leave their children for the session and return at pick-up time.

Sunday 26th April
10:30-13:00

In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to use drypoint etching tools to create and print from your own plates. We’ll explore a range of mark-making techniques to scratch, score, and draw directly onto the surface of the plate, before inking up and running them through our etching press.

The workshop will be taught by Joanna Lisowiec, an illustrator and designer based in Yorkshire. Known for her bold, textured illustrations, her work often focuses on the beauty of nature and narratives inspired by folklore.

Perfect for beginners or those looking to expand their printmaking skills. This process can be well suited to simple patterns and mark-making, placing importance on the process rather than the participants’ drawing skills. No experience is necessary: we will provide equipment, step-by-step instructions and support.

Saturday 2nd May
10:00-13:00

Design and print a custom headed notepaper using metal type! This is the ideal workshop for stationery addicts or for anyone looking for a unique and thoughtful gift for a friend or loved one. 

In this workshop, you will learn the basics of typesetting, and will receive expert tuition to set a short letterhead in metal type, choosing from a range of attractive typefaces to create an elegant and distinctive effect. You will have the opportunity to proof and print your letterhead on a range of premium papers. Every participant will go away with 10 sheets of beautiful headed paper and matching envelopes.

£60. All materials, including premium papers, are included in the workshop cost, and no prior experience is necessary.

Sunday 19th April
10:00-13:00

Get hands on with Risograph printing! In this workshop you’ll learn your way around the analogue basics of the printer and get the chance to transform drawings and collage into two colour prints using the scanner.

The workshop will be taught by Jade Blood. Jade is an Artist and Facilitator who uses printmaking in the expanded field.

No experience is necessary! We provide paper, drawing materials and a helping hand. Please arrive five minutes before the scheduled start time.

Saturday 4th April
10:30-14:30

Join this small group workshop to design and print an ornamented letter.

Thin Ice Press is home to an impressively large collection of wood type. Explore the collection and learn the fundamentals of working with wood type. Then, create your own linocut block to overprint directly onto the letterform. All participants will leave with a unique souvenir that combines wood type and linocut printing.

The workshop will be taught by Phil Treble and Izzy Williamson.

No previous experience is necessary and all equipment and materials will be provided. You are welcome to bring a snack or packed lunch for a short break.

Friday 10th April
12.30-15.00

Calling the next generation of printers! Printer’s devils were children who worked in the printing house. This is your chance to become one of them in a fun and engaging workshop with our Director, Professor Helen Smith.

You will find out how a printing house works, and get to grips with wood and metal type. By the end of our session, you will have set a line of metal type, printed a keepsake name badge and fun souvenir, and learned the basics of letterpress printing.

This workshop is for children aged 8+. We ask that children bring a drink and snack for a short break.