Led by professional artists Amelia Pimlott and Caroline Crawford.

Our sociable group for over 65s who want to make art, but just aren’t doing it right now - goes online!

Professional artist Amelia Pimlott leads this creative community with visual artist Caroline Crawford. Explore your arty side, grow in creative confidence, and meet new people!

5-week blocks run via Zoom with additional ideas for activities to do during the week.

Mon 5 Oct - 2 Nov and Mon 16 Nov - 14 Dec (online only)
10.30am – 12.30pm
£75 per 5 week term + materials (list will be supplied)

Mon 5 Oct - 2 Nov: Cosmos

Led by Amelia Pimlott

We will draw inspiration from imagery and ideas of the cosmos from ancient maps and charts to modern digital photos from space to create designs and images using pens, inks and wax resist techniques.

Mon 16 Nov - 14 Dec: Traditions from around the World

Led by Caroline Crawford

Drawing inspiration from art traditions from around the world - Asia to South America, Russia to Africa we will create bold and colourful images with a variety of different materials and techniques.

•  30 Nov

Led by Amanda Schenk

Amanda Schenk is the visual artist behind Norden Farm's much-loved (and Instagrammed) glass corridor artwork in the school holidays. Join Amanda for this new drawing course, aimed at helping to create a sense of calm and relaxation through drawing patterns.

Suitable for all abilities, the workshops will focus on building confidence in your drawing abilities - concentrating on the soothing journey of the drawing experience, rather than the finished drawing.

In each session you'll explore how to produce different types of patterns in abstract drawings - looking at different designs each week.

You will need: paper (plain, no smaller than A5), lead pencil, eraser, sharpener, black fine liner or a pen. Optional is a black marker.

Tues 15 Sept - 6 Oct, 13 Oct - 17 Nov (except 27 Oct) and 24 Nov - 22 Dec
11am - 12.15pm (online only)
£8 per class or £28 per 4 week course / £35 per 5 week course
Suitable for ages 18+ years
Booking cut off time: 9am on the day of each session

•   1 Dec from £8

Led by Amanda Schenk

Amanda Schenk is the visual artist behind Norden Farm's much-loved (and Instagrammed) glass corridor artwork in the school holidays. Join Amanda for this new drawing course, aimed at helping to create a sense of calm and relaxation through drawing patterns.

Suitable for all abilities, the workshops will focus on building confidence in your drawing abilities - concentrating on the soothing journey of the drawing experience, rather than the finished drawing.

In each session you'll explore how to produce different types of patterns in abstract drawings - looking at different designs each week.

You will need: paper (plain, no smaller than A5), lead pencil, eraser, sharpener, black fine liner or a pen. Optional is a black marker.

Tues 15 Sept - 6 Oct, 13 Oct - 17 Nov (except 27 Oct) and 24 Nov - 22 Dec (online only)
7.30pm - 8.45pm
£8 per class or £28 per 4 week course / £35 per 5 week course
Suitable for ages 18+ years
Booking cut off time: 6pm on the day of each session

•   1 Dec from £8

Led by Julie Potter

Feeling the need to wind down and relax, have a little bit of time to yourself? Come along and enjoy some yoga and relaxation with Julie. Practice gentle spinal movements to relax and rejuvenate the nervous system, basic yogic breathing techniques and guided meditations.

These classes are suitable for everyone, with or without previous yoga experience. Please bring a blanket, a yoga/pilates mat, and wear loose comfortable clothing.

Wed 23 Sept - 4 Nov (exc 28 Oct) and Wed 11 Nov - 16 Dec (online only)
11am – 12.15pm
£10 per class | £42 per 6 week online course
Booking cut off time: 9am on the day of each session

Suitable for ages 18+ years.

•   2 Dec from £10

Led by Zoe Brennan

Suitable for people with some Pilates experience or those who are looking for a slightly more challenging class. Still covering alignment, breathing and centering but with more focus on strengthening and toning your body. At the end of the class we will take a few moments to relax and unwind.

You will need to bring your own mat.

You can book to take part live at Norden Farm (places are limited) or online via Zoom.

This class will be running online only between Thursday 5 November and Wednesday 2 December.

Wed14 Oct - 18 Nov (exc 28 Oct) and 25 Nov – 23 Dec (4 Nov - 2 Dec online only)
11.30am – 12.30pm
£12 per class | £50 per 5 week course
Booking cut off time: 10.30am on the day of each session

Suitable for ages 18+ years.

Please prepare for your visit by reading our latest Visitor Information here. This includes important information about face coverings, social distancing and measures we have implemented to keep everyone safe when visiting Norden Farm.

We have worked hard to ensure that you can enjoy your class or workshop while safely and socially distanced from other participants. While at your mat, face coverings are non-mandatory, but while moving around the space or venue, please wear a face covering to help protect yourself, your classmates and practitioner.

•   2 Dec from £12

Led by Zoe Brennan

Suitable for anyone new to Pilates or wishing to improve their flexibility, co-ordination, posture, balance, breathing and focus on stabilising the core. At the end of the class we will take a few moments to relax and unwind.

You will need to bring your own mat.

You can book to take part live at Norden Farm (places are limited) or online via Zoom.

This class will be running online only between Thursday 5 November and Wednesday 2 December.

Wed14 Oct - 18 Nov (exc 28 Oct) and 25 Nov – 23 Dec (4 Nov - 2 Dec online only)
1pm – 2pm
£12 per class | £50 per 5 week course
Booking cut off time: 12pm on the day of each session

Suitable for 18+ years.

Please prepare for your visit by reading our latest Visitor Information here. This includes important information about face coverings, social distancing and measures we have implemented to keep everyone safe when visiting Norden Farm.

We have worked hard to ensure that you can enjoy your class or workshop while safely and socially distanced from other participants. While at your mat, face coverings are non-mandatory, but while moving around the space or venue, please wear a face covering to help protect yourself, your classmates and practitioner.

•   2 Dec from £12

Book your Lantern Making Workshop Kit and receive a link to our exclusive pre-recorded guide to creating your lantern. Led by Same Sky.

No doubt our Lantern Making workshops are missing from your calendars this year! Fear not, as you can still be involved in this year’s covid-friendly Lantern Trail from home by taking part in one of our virtual Lantern Making workshops.

Buy your kit by selecting your preferred collection time, pick up from Norden Farm, roll up your sleeves and tune in to the on-demand video workshop to make your balloon lantern at your own pace, in the comfort of your own home!

In true Lantern Parade style, the balloon lantern can be transformed into an animal of your choosing by following our artist inspiration!

•   2 Dec from £10
•   4 Dec from £10

Led by Karen Wallace-Jones and Jane Hibbs

After a long time apart, it’s time we rediscovered all the wonderful reasons we choose to come to Youth Theatre!

We’ll explore how we to tell stories by combining text and movement.

Drawing on the physical theatre styles of companies such as Frantic Assembly, we’ll play with the imaginative possibilities of using music and original text to devise short, original pieces to share at the end of term.

This class will be running online only between Thursday 5 November and Wednesday 2 December.

School Years 7 - 11
Wed 16 Sept - 2 Dec (exc 28 Oct) (4 Nov - 2 Dec online only)
4.15pm - 5.45pm
£97 per 10 week term

Please prepare for your visit by reading our latest Visitor Information here. This includes important information about face coverings, social distancing and measures we have implemented to keep everyone safe when visiting Norden Farm.

•   2 Dec

Led Karen Wallace-Jones and Jane Hibbs

After a long time apart, it’s time we rediscovered all the wonderful reasons we choose to come to Youth Theatre!

We’ll explore how we to tell stories by combining text and movement.

Drawing on the physical theatre styles of companies such as Frantic Assembly, we’ll play with the imaginative possibilities of using music and original text to devise short, original pieces to share at the end of term.

This class will be running online only between Thursday 5 November and Wednesday 2 December.

School Years 7 - 11
Wed 16 Sept - 25 Nov (exc 28 Oct) (4 Nov - 2 Dec online only)
6pm - 7.30pm
£97 per 10 week term

If you would like to join the term, please call or email our Box Office team on 01628 788997 / [email protected]

Please prepare for your visit by reading our latest Visitor Information here. This includes important information about face coverings, social distancing and measures we have implemented to keep everyone safe when visiting Norden Farm.

•   2 Dec

Led by Richard Lee.

Always wanted to learn guitar but never got around to it? Want to trade your air guitar skills for real guitar skills? It is never too late to learn. Learn guitar right from the beginning. These are fun and informative lessons from a guitarist with over 20 years’ experience.

You can book to take part live at Norden Farm (places are limited) or online via Zoom.

This class will be running online only between Thursday 5 November and Wednesday 2 December.

Wed 14 Oct - 18 Nov (exc 28 Oct) and 25 Nov – 16 Dec (4 - 25 Nov online only)
7pm – 8pm
£32 per 4 week course
Booking cut off time: 6pm on Wed 25 Nov

As Norden Farm is currently closed until Thursday 3 December, the first class (Wed 25 Nov) will be online only. Our plan is to then move back to blended classes where you can either attend online or live at Norden Farm but this may change as we continue monitor Government advice.

Suitable for 18+ years.

Please prepare for your visit by reading our latest Visitor Information here. This includes important information about face coverings, social distancing and measures we have implemented to keep everyone safe when visiting Norden Farm.

We have worked hard to ensure that you can enjoy your class or workshop while safely and socially distanced from other participants. While at your seat, face coverings are non-mandatory, but while moving around the space or venue, please wear a face covering to help protect yourself, your classmates and practitioner.

•   2 Dec

Led by Richard Lee.

Always wanted to learn guitar but never got around to it? Want to trade your air guitar skills for real guitar skills? It is never too late to learn. Learn guitar right from the beginning. These are fun and informative lessons from a guitarist with over 20 years’ experience.

You can book to take part live at Norden Farm (places are limited) or online via Zoom.

This class will be running online only between Thursday 5 November and Wednesday 2 December.

Wed 14 Oct - 18 Nov (exc 28 Oct) and 25 Nov – 16 Dec (4 - 25 Nov online only)
8.30pm – 9.30pm
£32 per 4 week course
Booking cut off time: 6pm on Wed 25 Nov

As Norden Farm is currently closed until Thursday 3 December, the first class (Wed 25 Nov) will be online only. Our plan is to then move back to blended classes where you can either attend online or live at Norden Farm but this may change as we continue monitor Government advice.

Suitable for 18+ years.

Please prepare for your visit by reading our latest Visitor Information here. This includes important information about face coverings, social distancing and measures we have implemented to keep everyone safe when visiting Norden Farm.

We have worked hard to ensure that you can enjoy your class or workshop while safely and socially distanced from other participants. While at your seat, face coverings are non-mandatory, but while moving around the space or venue, please wear a face covering to help protect yourself, your classmates and practitioner.

•   2 Dec

Led by Amanda Schenk

Amanda Schenk is the visual artist behind Norden Farm's much-loved (and Instagrammed) glass corridor artwork in the school holidays.

Join Amanda for this Christmas inspired drawing course, aimed at helping to create a sense of calm and relaxation through drawing patterns with a Christmas theme. Suitable for all abilities, the workshops will focus on producing beautiful festive designs for cards to send to loved ones.

In each session you'll explore how to produce different types of Festive cards filled with beautiful patterned drawings - looking at several different designs each workshop.

You will need: Plain blank cards or plain paper, lead pencil, eraser, sharpener, black fine liner or a pen.

Friday 27 November and Thursday 3 December
11am - 12pm and 7.30pm - 8.30pm
£8 per session or £12 for 2 sessions
Suitable for ages 18+ years
Booking cut off time: 9am on the day of each session for 11am class, 6pm on the day of each session for the 7.30pm class

•   3 Dec from £8
•   3 Dec from £8

Led by Annet Bowler

Zumba with Annet is a fun, easy to follow, dance based class. Get fit and exercise in disguise to uplifting Latin rhythms!

This 60 minute class feels more than a party that exercise class. It suits all levels of ability and beginners are very welcome.

Zumba is a total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility.

It can help make you feel happy, healthy, strong, amazing, unstoppable and confident!

You can book to take part live at Norden Farm (places are limited) or online via Zoom.

This class will be running online only between Thursday 5 November and Wednesday 2 December.

Thur 24 Sept - 3 Dec (exc 29 Oct) (online only except 3 Dec)
11.30am – 12.30pm
£6 per class
Booking cut off time: 9am on the day of each class

Suitable for ages 18+ years.

If the tutor is unavailable for a session, a replacement will be provided wherever possible.

We have worked hard to ensure that you can enjoy your class while safely and socially distanced from other participants. When taking part in your session face coverings are non-mandatory, and can be taken off at the start of the session.

Please prepare for your visit by reading our latest Visitor Information here. This includes important information about face coverings, social distancing and measures we have implemented to keep everyone safe when visiting Norden Farm.

•   3 Dec from £6

Led by Richard Lee.

Always wanted to learn guitar but never got around to it? Want to trade your air guitar skills for real guitar skills? These are fun and informative lessons from a guitarist with over 20 years’ experience.

You can book to take part live at Norden Farm (places are limited) or online via Zoom.

This class will be running online only between Thursday 5 November and Wednesday 2 December.

Thur 15 Oct - 19 Nov (exc 29 Oct) and Thur 26 Nov - 17 Dec (5 - 26 Nov online only)
7pm – 8pm
£32 per 4 week course
Booking cut off time: 6pm on Thur 26 Nov

As Norden Farm is currently closed until Thursday 3 December, the first class (Thurs 26 Nov) will be online only. Our plan is to then move back to blended classes where you can either attend online or live at Norden Farm but this may change as we continue monitor Government advice.

Suitable for ages 18+ years.

Please prepare for your visit by reading our latest Visitor Information here. This includes important information about face coverings, social distancing and measures we have implemented to keep everyone safe when visiting Norden Farm.

We have worked hard to ensure that you can enjoy your class or workshop while safely and socially distanced from other participants. While at your seat, face coverings are non-mandatory, but while moving around the space or venue, please wear a face covering to help protect yourself, your classmates and practitioner.

•   3 Dec

Tankus the Henge perform their only show in 2020 since lockdown began.

A genre bending, never ending, furious and joyous force. Normally on the road most of the time, defined by movement, groove and the search for adventure, Tankus the Henge have been making and breaking their own rules for a while now.

Originally based around the songwriting of singer/pianist Jaz Delorean and inspired by the hard graft ethics of an early 20th Century travelling show, Tankus the Henge will often play upwards of one hundred gigs a year in Europe. They have performed on stages across the world, from New Orleans to Albania, most places in between, including Glastonbury Festival, Montreux Jazz Festival, WOMAD, and countless others.

Their funk-fuelled repertoire is wildly eclectic, ranging from explosive rock riffs to New Orleans swing, and an insatiable love for a good singalong round the piano.

WHY? They will be performing their brand new album Luna Park! in full, along with other songs from their decade long repertoire

Attendees to the show will have the opportunity to purchase the new album the night before it is released. The entire performance will also be streamed in high quality.

Courtyard Theatre and Livestream
£14

@tankusthehenge
@nordenfarm

Tankus the Henge's Website

'A virtual carnival of sound that’s high on energy and deep on soul. With copious helpings of R&B, blues, funk, disco, Django, a dose of Dexy’s, a drop of Ray Davies and a pinch of Madness… – it’s an exciting mélange of sound' The Guardian

'Tankus the Henge have a reputation for whipping crowds into a frenzy, and penning choruses it’s impossible not to sing along to' Metro (top 10 acts to see at Glastonbury)

'That’s wonderful, ..I love that. It reminds me of a mixture of early Kinks, Squeeze and a bit of Blur mashed in. His voice is his own, …so great. I love it' (Smiling Makes The Day Go Quicker) Dave Davies, The Kinks

'Like The Clash from New Orleans' Nikolaj Torp Larsen, The Specials

•   3 Dec from £14

Led by Richard Lee.

Always wanted to learn guitar but never got around to it? Want to trade your air guitar skills for real guitar skills? It is never too late to learn. Learn guitar right from the beginning. These are fun and informative lessons from a guitarist with over 20 years’ experience.

You can book to take part live at Norden Farm (places are limited) or online via Zoom.

This class will be running online only between Thursday 5 November and Wednesday 2 December.

Thur 15 Oct - 19 Nov (exc 29 Oct) and Thur 26 Nov - 17 Dec (5 - 26 Nov online only)
8.30pm – 9.30pm
£32 per 4 week course
Booking cut off time: 6pm on Thur 26 Nov

As Norden Farm is currently closed until Thursday 3 December, the first class (Thurs 26 Nov) will be online only. Our plan is to then move back to blended classes where you can either attend online or live at Norden Farm but this may change as we continue to monitor government advice.

Suitable for 18+ years.

Please prepare for your visit by reading our latest Visitor Information here. This includes important information about face coverings, social distancing and measures we have implemented to keep everyone safe when visiting Norden Farm.

We have worked hard to ensure that you can enjoy your class or workshop while safely and socially distanced from other participants. While at your seat, face coverings are non-mandatory, but while moving around the space or venue, please wear a face covering to help protect yourself, your classmates and practitioner.

•   3 Dec

Led by Julie Potter.

Classes for all ages and levels of experience.

Practice traditional breathing techniques (pranayamas), general yoga postures (asanas) with some relaxation.

You can book to take part live at Norden Farm (places are limited) or online via Zoom.

This class will be running online only between Thursday 5 November and Wednesday 2 December.

Fri 18 Sept - 23 Oct and 6 Nov - 11 Dec (6 - 27 Nov online only)
11.30am – 12.45pm
£42 per 6 week course
Booking cut off time: 10.30am on the first day of each course

Suitable for ages 18+ years.

Please prepare for your visit by reading our latest Visitor Information here. This includes important information about face coverings, social distancing and measures we have implemented to keep everyone safe when visiting Norden Farm.

We have worked hard to ensure that you can enjoy your class or workshop while safely and socially distanced from other participants. While at your mat, face coverings are non-mandatory, but while moving around the space or venue, please wear a face covering to help protect yourself, your classmates and practitioner.

•   4 Dec from £10

Maidenhead's own Small Fakers are the UK's only tribute to the 60s mod legends the Small Faces.

Now in their 13th year, the band are popular throughout the UK.

Performing all the biggest and best Small Faces songs including Itchycoo Park, Lazy Sunday, All Or Nothing and Sha La La La Lee alongside fan favourites and tracks from the LP Ogdens Nut Gone Flake.

WHY? 'Absolutely spot on' Kenney Jones (Small Faces drummer)
'The spirit of Marriott with uncanny precision' Martin Townsend (Sunday Express)

Online streaming tickets are also available for this event – so you can enjoy the show live from the comfort of your home.

Courtyard Theatre and Live Stream
£15

@thesmallfakers
@nordenfarm

Small Faker's Website

In line with current government guidelines, this event has a reduced capacity with socially distanced seating. This is subject to change as we monitor government advice. Seat numbers are also subject to change.

Please prepare for your visit by reading our latest Visitor Information here. This includes important information about face coverings, social distancing and measures we have implemented to keep everyone safe when visiting Norden Farm.

•   4 Dec from £15

The Lantern Parade is BACK – just not as you know it!

For over 10 years, Norden Farm has thrown light onto Maidenhead High Street as part of the annual Lantern Parade, and we can’t let Covid extinguish the magical lanterns.

Our 2020 Lantern Trail is a covid-friendly community project which will illuminate Maidenhead following a dark year. Keep an eye on this page and our social media channels for announcements about locations and our Lantern Trail map.

You can also get involved with our online on-demand Lantern Making Workshops - so that you can get creative and make your very own lantern to illuminate your way on the trail. Find out more and purchase your Lantern Making Kit here.

Saturday 5 - Saturday 12 December

Maidenhead Town Centre

Free Event

•   5 Dec FREE
•   6 Dec FREE

Led by Carly Brown

Yoga sessions designed for primary school aged children.

Explore lots of different yoga poses in a fun and gentle way. Using your imaginations, you will look at how nature and wildlife inspires many yoga poses and exercises, lion breath for courage, tree pose for strength, cat pose for flexibility for example.

We will then take a short savasana (blanket time) to classical piano music. This resting time allows all the work and play to settle into the children’s bodies and brains. Each session will finish with a poem or reading.

Suitable of ages 5 - 11 years.

You will need one yoga mat and one blanket each.

This class will be running online only between Thursday 5 November and Wednesday 2 December.

Sat 5 - 19 Dec
11.30am – 12.15pm
£22.50 per 3 week term or £8 per session

Please prepare for your visit by reading our latest Visitor Information here. This includes important information about face coverings, social distancing and measures we have implemented to keep everyone safe when visiting Norden Farm.

We have worked hard to ensure that you can enjoy your class or workshop while safely and socially distanced from other participants. While at your mat, face coverings are non-mandatory, but while moving around the space or venue, please wear a face covering to help protect yourself, your classmates and practitioner.

•   5 Dec from £8

Led by Annet Bowler

Zumba with Annet is a fun, easy to follow, dance based class. Get fit and exercise in disguise to uplifting Latin rhythms!

This 60 minute class feels more than a party that exercise class. It suits all levels of ability and beginners are very welcome.

Zumba is a total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility.

It can help make you feel happy, healthy, strong, amazing, unstoppable and confident!

You can book to take part live at Norden Farm (places are limited) or online via Zoom.

This class will be running online only between Thursday 5 November and Wednesday 2 December.

Sat 17 Oct - 5 Dec (exc 31 Oct and 7 Nov) (online only except 5 Dec)
11.30am – 12.30pm
£6 per class

Suitable for ages 18+ years.

Face coverings must be worn while participating in these sessions.

We have worked hard to ensure that you can enjoy your class while safely and socially distanced from other participants. When taking part in your session face coverings are non-mandatory, and can be taken off at the start of the session.

Please prepare for your visit by reading our latest Visitor Information here. This includes important information about face coverings, social distancing and measures we have implemented to keep everyone safe when visiting Norden Farm.

•   5 Dec from £6

Led by Jo Hall

Topiary gardens are often a wonderful mix of organic and geometric forms, providing a wonderful opportunity to depict forms tonally and for mixing green hues.

In addition to watercolour we may add texture with a few coloured pencils, ink or oil pastel.

Materials: sketchbook for ideas, watercolours and paper, ink, handful of coloured pencils and/or oil pastels, own reference.

Sat 14 Nov
11.30am – 3.30pm
£30

Suitable for ages 18+ years.

We have worked hard to ensure that you can enjoy your class while safely and socially distanced from other participants. While at your workshops station, face coverings are non-mandatory.

Please prepare for your visit by reading our latest Visitor Information here. This includes important information about face coverings, social distancing and measures we have implemented to keep everyone safe when visiting Norden Farm.

•   5 Dec from £30