Join us for the May Bank Holiday in Deptford for a weekend of creative craft workshops!
Looking for things to do in London over the May bank holiday weekend? Head to Deptford in South East London. A vibrant hub of independent restaurants, bars and plenty of ways to get create.
Make time to get hands-on with a workshop
In lunches and pints, slow things down with a creative workshop at Something Good Workshops, right in the heart of Deptford:
Kicking off with our buzzing Collage Social on Thursday 21st May, a relaxed evening of flicking through our books and cutting and sticking your own mini masterpieces
We have plenty of ways for beginners to get into stitching and embroidery with Embroidery Basics and Beaded Bugs
Lucy Cheese joins us for her first Cheese Supper Club! a 3-course dinner, with extra cheese between courses with optional wine pairings. The perfect way to spend your bank holiday Saturday evening.
And there’s plenty of paper crafts, with making paper flowers and creating your very own notebooks
Whether you’re planning a full day out or building a weekend itinerary, combining a trip to Deptford and our creative workshops is the perfect way to experience it.
In this relaxed and creative embroidery workshop, you’ll learn the fundamentals of bead embroidery while bringing your own beautifully beaded bug to life.
In this relaxed and creative embroidery workshop, you’ll learn the fundamentals of bead embroidery while bringing your own beautifully beaded bug to life.
In this relaxed and creative embroidery workshop, you’ll learn the fundamentals of bead embroidery while bringing your own beautifully beaded bug to life.
Why visit Deptford this May bank holiday?
Independent breweries, including Villages Brewery, pouring fresh spring beers
Local art, zines, and exhibitions
Hands-on creative workshops and experiences
A welcoming, community-driven alternative to central London crowds
If you’re searching for unique things to do in London this May bank holiday, Deptford offers something genuinely special — a mix of celebration, creativity, and local culture.
More events and workshops coming up at Something Good
In this relaxed and creative embroidery workshop, you’ll learn the fundamentals of bead embroidery while bringing your own beautifully beaded bug to life.
A relaxed 90-minute bookbinding workshop in Deptford. Create your own stitched notebook using Japanese stab binding – perfect for beginners. Materials provided, bar open during evening sessions.
Ease into your weekend with Sip & Cross Stitch, a relaxing Friday night workshop at Something Good Workshops in Deptford Market Yard.
Join this short and satisfying saddle stitch bookbinding taster workshop in London and learn how to turn your leftover scraps, artwork, or printed ephemera into a beautiful, functional notebook.
Join mixed-media artist Katy of She Makes Things at Something Good Workshops for a gentle, welcoming workshop that invites you to rediscover the quiet joy of making with your hands.
Ever wanted to learn to knit? Start with something cosy and satisfying - your very own handmade beanie!
Discover the joy of playful printmaking at our Gelli Printing Workshop, a relaxed creative session where you’ll experiment with colour, texture, and layered mark-making to create your own unique artworks.
In this relaxed and creative embroidery workshop, you’ll learn the fundamentals of bead embroidery while bringing your own beautifully beaded bug to life.
Join us for a relaxing evening of gouache painting with gorgeous kits from Paige's Illustrations
Step into a world of colour and creativity with a relaxing paper flower-making workshop!
You’ll be guided through the steps to craft your own stunning bouquet of paper flowers, learning techniques to recreate them anytime. We’ll provide a range of beautiful colours, so you can focus on shaping and assembling your blooms. We’ll have templates and high-quality crepe paper ready for you to personalise your flowers.
Learn to construct two different types of crepe paper flowers
A selection of teas, coffee and biscuits are provided during the class or make your workshops extra special with a drink from the bar included.
Perfect for beginners and flower lovers alike!
Whether you're making a gift, decorating your home, or just enjoying a mindful craft, this workshop is the perfect way to unwind and make something beautiful.
In this relaxed and creative embroidery workshop, you’ll learn the fundamentals of bead embroidery while bringing your own beautifully beaded bug to life.