Wise Owls over 60’s social group
2025-11-19 13:00 - 14:30 (Europe/London) | Crafty Cuppa, 46 High East Street, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 1HU, United Kingdom
Come along to our young at heart social club in the cosy crafty cuppa, enjoy tea and cake and a good catch up and giggle.

Machine Sewing workshop - Festive pouch
2025-11-24 10:00 - 12:00
🧵 Beginner Sewing Machine Class – Make Your Own Pouch!📅 24th November | 🕙 10am–12pm | 💷 £20👩‍🏫 Hosted by Vicky
Join us for a friendly and relaxed sewing class perfect for beginners! In this session, you’ll learn the basics of using a sewing machine while creating your very own small pouch — choose between a zippered or drawstring style.
✨ What’s included:

All fabric and materials provided

Step-by-step guidance from Vicky

A fun, creative project to take home!

🧵 What to bring:

Your own sewing machine(If you don’t have one, the café has two spare machines available to book — please reserve early.)

📍 Location: The Crafty Cuppa Café💷 Cost: £20 per person
Spaces are limited, especially if you need a café machine — book now to secure your spot!

Bingo
2025-11-25 18:30 - 21:00
🎉 Bingo Night at The Crafty Cuppa 🎉📅Tuesday 25th. I ember 2025🕡 Arrive from 6:30pm | Eyes Down at 7:00pm🎟️ Tickets: £2.50 (includes 1 bingo book strip)
Join us for a fun-filled Wednesday night of classic bingo at The Crafty Cuppa! Whether you’re a seasoned dabber or a first-timer, you’re in for an evening of laughter, numbers, and great prizes.
Relax in our cosy café setting and enjoy the buzz of bingo with friends old and new. Refreshments, extra bingo books, and raffle tickets will be available to purchase on the night.
Spaces are limited – book now and don’t miss out on the fun! 🍀

Festive Quiz - 9th December 25
2025-12-09 18:30 - 21:00
☀️ Summer Quiz Night at The Crafty Cuppa ☀️📅 Tuesday 9th December 2025🕡 Arrive from 6:30pm | Quiz starts at 7:00pm🎟️ Tickets: £2 per person | Teams of up to 4📌 Booking essential
Think you’ve got what it takes to be quiz champions? Gather your dream team and join us for a relaxed and entertaining Autumn Quiz Night at The Crafty Cuppa!
Expect a mix of fun questions, good vibes, and a little healthy competition. Whether you’re in it to win or just for a laugh, it’s the perfect midweek evening out.
Raffle tickets and refreshments will be available to purchase on the night.
📞 Book your table now – spaces fill quickly!

Sensory and Songs with Miss Rachel
2025-12-17 11:45 - 12:15
Join our Miss Rachel Performer for a fun morning of stories, nursery rhymes and sensory activities all designed to support your tiny humans development.
This event has been designed using our extensive training and experience in child development, education and early years. We have also used aspects from programs we are qualified in which are used to help with children’s attention spans, gross and fine motor skills and language development.
We use story, song, props – including parachute, sensory scarves, wooden toys, instruments, bubbles and more to keep your babies and toddlers engaged and entertained.
This session is fully led and encourages you to interact with your little one and we hope you’ll be able to use ideas from our time together at home too.
This is aimed at children aged three months to three years and their grown ups.
Parent/carer must remain with the child throughout the event.
If you have any questions please ask!
The ages are just a guideline, you know your child best and what they will enjoy, children over three are very welcome too!Join our Miss Rachel Performer for a fun morning of stories, nursery rhymes and sensory activities all designed to support your tiny humans development.
This event has been designed using our extensive training and experience in child development, education and early years. We have also used aspects from programs we are qualified in which are used to help with children’s attention spans, gross and fine motor skills and language development.
We use story, song, props – including parachute, sensory scarves, wooden toys, instruments, bubbles and more to keep your babies and toddlers engaged and entertained.
This session is fully led and encourages you to interact with your little one and we hope you’ll be able to use ideas from our time together at home too.
This is aimed at children aged three months to three years and their grown ups.
Parent/carer must remain with the child throughout the event.
If you have any questions please ask!
The ages are just a guideline, you know your child best and what they will enjoy, children over three are very welcome too!

Crafty Christmas Hang out
2025-12-17 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-12-18 13:00 - 15:00
It’ll be the week before Christmas and so a good opportunity to take a moment to connect with some members of the community, relax, have a moments rest and maybe some cake!
We will be at the crafty cuppa and there will be Christmas themed crafts available however you do not have to partake in the crafts to attend, and nor do you have to celebrate Christmas! You are welcome regardless 😊
You are welcome to attend one or both!
Wednesday 17th December
Thursday 18th December
1pm to 3pm
The Crafty Cuppa workshop
46 High E St, Dorchester DT1 1HU
Enter through the cafe and someone there will direct you.

Cuppa and Courage Community Group
2026-01-14 12:00 - 14:00
🌿 Introducing… The Cuppa & Courage Community ☕💛
Life can bring all kinds of challenges — loss of health, work, relationships, routines, or loved ones. Whatever you’re facing, you don’t have to go through it alone.
Our new Cuppa & Courage Community is a gentle, supportive social group where you can connect with others who understand life’s tougher moments. Come as you are, share if you want to, listen if you need to — and enjoy a warm cuppa in a safe, friendly space.
✨ Open to anyone navigating any type of loss or major life change✨ Relaxed, welcoming, no pressure — just genuine connection
If you’d like to join us or find out more, pop us a message or ask in the café.Let’s support each other, one conversation at a time. 💛

Resin with Viv
2026-01-16 11:00 - 15:00
Come and join Viv and learn the basics of resin.
Viv will be bringing along her large range of moulds so lots of exciting things to make..
Classes are suitable of all abilities and if you wish to use larger moulds there may be an extra charge so always check with Viv in the

Challenge Patch Club - Bird Watch
2026-01-16 16:30 - 17:30
Join Patch the Dragon in the cafe workshop for our fun new club.
Each week we will be completing a new challenge to earn a badge!
All materials will be provided for your child to create up to 8 activities dependant on age to get a sew on badge.
You can even purchase your very own Dragon and club mechanise to display your badges on!
We will be meeting every Friday 4.30-5.30pm.
£5 covers each badge, materials and refreshments
if you would like to join our Facebook group to find out more click here.
Booking essential

Fused Glass Heart Workshop
2026-01-17 13:00 - 15:00
Heart-Themed Fused Glass Workshop
Create a beautiful heart-themed fused glass wall hanging, perfect as a handmade gift or a special piece to display in your home.
In this relaxed and friendly session, you’ll design your own glass artwork which will be kiln-fired after the class and ready for collection later.
📅 Friday 17th January⏰ 1:00–3:00pm📍 The Crafty Cuppa💷 £25 per person
All materials included. No previous experience needed.
✨ Booking essential as spaces are limited📧 To book, email: vsmitch1973@gmail.com

Knit and Natter
2026-01-19 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-01-26 10:00 - 12:00
Knit & Natter Social GroupWhen: Every Monday, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PMWhere: The Crafty Cuppa, 46 High East Street, Dorchester
Start your week with creativity and conversation! Bring along your knitting, crochet, sewing, or any other portable craft project and enjoy a couple of relaxed hours with fellow makers. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned stitcher, everyone is welcome.
No booking needed—just drop in, grab a cuppa, and get crafty!

Boardgame Blowout
2026-01-19 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-02-02 13:00 - 15:00
🎲 Board Game Social Group with START 🎲🕐 Every Monday | 1:00–3:00pm📍 At The Crafty Cuppa💬 Free and open to all
Looking for a relaxed and friendly way to spend your Monday afternoons? Come along to our weekly Board Game Social, hosted by START. Whether you’re into classic games, strategy challenges, or just want some good company, there’s a seat at the table for you.
No experience needed – just drop in, join a game, and enjoy a cuppa while you play!

Wise Owls- Social group for over 65's
2026-01-21 13:00 - 14:30
Over 65’s Social GroupLooking for good company and a relaxed afternoon? Join our welcoming Over 65’s Social Group at The Crafty Cuppa, meeting on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month from 1–2.30pm. Enjoy a cuppa (available to buy from the café), chat with friends old and new, and take part in light games and activities in a warm and friendly space.
📍 The Crafty Cuppa, Dorchester🗓 1st & 3rd Wednesday of every month⏰ 1.00 – 2.30pm
Everyone over 65 is welcome – come along and make new connections!

Hand build pottery mug
2026-01-24 12:30 - 15:00
Hand-Building Pottery Workshop: Make Your Own Mug
Join us for a relaxed and creative hand-building pottery session, where you’ll make your own unique ceramic mug from scratch. This workshop is perfect for beginners and anyone looking to unwind, get creative, and enjoy a mindful afternoon.
You’ll be guided through the hand-building process, with time to shape and personalise your mug. You can choose to attend one session or two sessions (make and glaze). Your finished piece will be kiln-fired and ready for collection after completion.
📅 Saturday 24th January⏰ 12:30–3:00pm📍 The Crafty Cuppa
💷 £55 for one session💷 £85 for two sessions (with 1 month inbetween and opportunity to paint and glaze your mug
All materials included. No previous experience required.
✨ Booking essential as spaces are limited📞 To book, please contact: 07438 703136

Board Game Blowout
2026-01-26 13:00 - 15:00

Midwives Drop in post and antenatal
2026-02-02 12:30 - 13:30
Drop in to the crafty sessions with local midwives, enjoy a chat and a cuppa in our welcoming workshop.
12.30-1.30pm

ASDiva's and Dudes - Sen Parent Support group
2026-02-03 18:00 - 20:00
This well established peer support group is welcome to all parents of SEN children.
Be part of a wonderful support network of other parents in the same boat, or who have ventured along the same path as you at some point or after advice or generally feel stuck up a creek without a paddle!
Refreshments available at a cost or bring your own.
