Watercolour Art & Spa 2 day full board learn to paint @ The Flackley Ash Hotel Rye Sussex
Description
🎨 Art & Spa Retreat at Flackley Ash Hotel, Rye Please Note: This is a two-day course, full board, with an overnight stay. While the booking form may display only the first date, your reservation encompasses both days. Unleash Your Creativity in a Tranquil Setting Whether you're a complete beginner or seeking fresh inspiration, our Creative Art Retreat is tailored for you. Over two days and one night, immerse yourself in the world of watercolour painting, guided by esteemed local artist and educator, Vicki Griggs. Benefit from personalised one-on-one tutoring and supportive group sessions designed to enhance your painting and drawing skills. 🛌 Luxurious Accommodation & Amenities Your retreat includes a stay at the charming Georgian Flackley Ash Hotel in Rye. Enjoy full board catering, featuring delicious meals throughout your stay. Relax and rejuvenate with access to the hotel's spa facilities, including a heated indoor pool, jacuzzi, sauna, and gym. Beauty treatments are also available; please book these directly with the hotel in advance. 🎨 Comprehensive Art Instruction All necessary materials are provided, so you can focus entirely on your creative journey. You'll learn essential techniques such as, colour mixing, mistake fixing and various watercolour applications. For those with prior experience, Vicki will introduce advanced methods to further develop your artistry. Expect to complete up to five paintings over the course of the retreat. No experience is needed. See the 5star platinum reviews. 👥 Inclusive and Sociable Environment We welcome individuals, couples, and small groups. Non-painting partners are also welcome at a reduced rate, which includes all amenities except the art instruction. This retreat offers a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, perfect for making new friends and enjoying shared experiences. 🌿 Outdoor Painting Opportunities Weather permitting, some sessions may take place outdoors in the hotel's picturesque grounds, allowing you to capture the natural beauty of the surroundings in your artwork. 🗓 Course Schedule Monday: 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM: Morning painting session 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch break 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM: Afternoon painting session 6:30 PM: Pre-dinner drinks at the bar 7:00 PM: Two-course group dinner Tuesday: 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM: Morning painting session 1:30 PM: Lunch and course conclusion Refreshments, including a selection of teas, coffee, and biscuits, will be available throughout the sessions. 👩🎨 About Your Tutor: Vicki Griggs Vicki Griggs is a professional artist with over 25 years of teaching experience. She previously owned The Little Art Gallery in Broadstairs and has had her work featured nationwide, including prints sold through Dunelm Mill. Vicki has been conducting art retreats at Flackley Ash for over a decade and regularly holds Sip & Paint events, art holidays to Greece, art cruises with Fred Olsen, and weekly classes. 📍 Venue: Flackley Ash Hotel, Rye Located in the serene countryside of East Sussex, the Flackley Ash Hotel offers a perfect blend of comfort and elegance. Surrounded by beautiful gardens and orchards, the hotel features cosy interiors, a bar, a restaurant, and open fires, creating an ideal environment for relaxation and creativity with full use of spa and pool at your disposal. We look forward to welcoming you to a rejuvenating and inspiring art retreat! Please contact Vicki if you would like anymore information.
What's included in the price?
All the art materials you need will be provided for this mini painting break. - 1 night accommodation, 2x lunches, refreshments in class, 2 course evening meal, full breakfast choices, use of all hotel facilities. - 2 days of professional art tuition including all art materials. Approx 10 hours in total. 1st day 10-4 (1 hour lunch), 2nd day 9.30-1pm. The first day will be bookable in the calendar, but when selecting the two-day course it will be for two consecutive days. - Mid morning teas, fruit teas, water and coffees. - Home made bread & soup/sandwiches & chips. - 2 course evening meal vegan and vegetarian options available - Use of all gym, spa and pool facilities. Alternative options or additions: - £25 single supplement. This will be billed separately at hotel. - Non painters are welcome to accompany painters at £185pp. - Extra night can be booked through the hotel directly. Please inform the hotel on booking that you are on the art break. - Art only - 1 Day (no accommodation) bookings are available at £95 including lunch and refreshments.
Duration
2 days
Cancellation policy
Strict - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 8 weeks before the course starts
Maker
Vicki ran The Little Art Gallery in Broadstairs for over 20 years and has been teaching art for over 30 years. Vicki teaches all mediums and subjects to all abilities. Vicki holds many day courses, classes, over night retreats and holidays to Greece. New for 2025 Vicki will be taking groups of budding artists on Fred Olsen Cruises painting beautiful destinations. You can also book private lessons or have a painting party in your own home.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Teenagers
- Children
- Wheelchair users
- Hearing impaired
- Vision impaired
- Limited mobility
- Learning difficulties (SEN)
- Parking provided
- Romantic
- Father's Day
- Suitable for all abilities
- Tutor can travel
- Stag dos
- Mother's Day
- Daytime (weekdays)
- Engagement, birthdays & anniversaries
- Christmas
- Hen dos
- Intermediate level
- Pet lovers
- Accommodation offered
- Evenings
- Suitable for beginners
- Easter
- Corporate days out & team building
- Weekends
- Overseas Holiday
- Long term / weekly / monthly
- Public transport
- Spooky
- UK Holiday
- Residential
- Fairs, festivals & exhibitions
