Family Fun (5–10yrs): Crafting Christmas Tree Ornaments
12 December 2026 · Holland Park
About this event
Children aged 5 to 10 make Victorian-style baubles decorated with velvet, pearls and gems, and try metal embossing to make decorations from lightweight metal sheets, inspired by the arts and patterns of Leighton House. Entry to the historic house is included.
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