Stay & Create at JJ Barrs Art Studio | Family-Friendly Creative Sessions in Market Harborough
🖌️ Stay & Create at JJ Barrs Art Studio in Market Harborough
Looking for creative things to do in Market Harborough? Stay & Create is a relaxed, drop-in art and craft table hosted inside JJ Barrs' colourful local art shop and studio. Perfect for families, children, adults, and visitors of all ages, this is a friendly space to get creative with a mix of fun, seasonal art activities—no experience or booking needed (unless it’s the school holidays!).
Whether you're a local family, visiting Leicestershire for the day, or just in need of some arty downtime, come and enjoy a mindful moment with colour, materials, and space to make.
🎨 Creative Activities for All Ages
Our Stay & Create craft table in Market Harborough is stocked with a variety of hands-on art and craft activities. There’s something new each season, and we rotate supplies so there’s always something fun to explore. Example makes include:
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Painting mini canvases and decorations
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Crafting your own bookmarks, keyrings, or magnets
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Playing with clay and recycled craft materials
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Creating quirky collage animals
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Colouring sheets and sticker scenes for little ones
All materials are provided and activities range from £3–£15. You simply pick your project and enjoy!
👨👩👧👦 A Family-Friendly Creative Experience
Stay & Create is perfect for:
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Families looking for creative activities for kids in Leicestershire
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Visitors to Market Harborough seeking hidden gems
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Adults wanting a mindful, art-filled afternoon
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Crafty grandparents, carers, or birthday treat seekers
We welcome people of all ages, but children must be supervised. Our studio includes an indoor table seating 6 maximum and an outdoor table seating 2, with cool shade on warmer days and a cosy space for rainy weather too.
🕰️ How to Join In
Taking part is easy! Here’s how it works:
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Drop in during shop opening hours
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No need to book (check social media pages for up to date opening times outside of the norm! the tables are closed during bookable events)
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Choose your art activity, pick up an apron and settle at the table.
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Stay as long as you like (subject to space)
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Have a biscuit and a little natter
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We'll handle the clean-up!
We’re tucked away in the second courtyard at Buttercups Tearoom—look for the signs and follow the colour. It’s the perfect hidden gem for a creative moment.
