Made in Buxton: Button Making Workshop
Made in Buxton –
Button Making Workshop
- The Assembly Rooms
- Thursday 25 June
- 10.30am - 12.30pm
- Suggested donation £3.00
- Accessibility Friendly
Join Paula from Buxton U3A for a hands-on workshop exploring the traditional craft of Dorset button making, a beautiful and intricate textile skill with deep roots in Britain’s social and industrial history. In this relaxed, practical session, you’ll learn the techniques needed to create your own Dorset button, guided step by step by Paula’s expert instruction.
Alongside the making, we’ll delve into the local history of button making, uncovering how this craft connected communities, labour, and design. The workshop will also explore the striking death’s head button, a distinctive style rich in symbolism and story. Part of the Made in Buxton project, this workshop celebrates local heritage, skill, and creativity—perfect for beginners, history lovers, and anyone curious about traditional making. No prior experience needed; materials provided.
Friends of BCHT enjoy discounts on selected event tickets.
Buxton Crescent is accessible by wheelchair and fitted with accessible lift and toilet facilities.
The Pump Room is one-level Assistance dogs are welcome in Buxton Crescent and the Pump Room.
We also have a hearing loop in The Pump Room.
Buxton Crescent Heritage Trust welcomes all to our attractions and events. Those that require the assistance of an essential carer to ensure a safe and enjoyable visit may ask for a complimentary essential carers ticket for their companion. These are available to anyone with an Access Card or anyone in receipt of the higher rate of Personal Independence Payments (PIP), Attendance Allowance (AA) or Disability Living Allowance (DLA).
Essential Carers tickets can be purchased alongside a standard ticket from the Pump Room, on the phone (01298 214577) or on the ticketing section of our website for events and the Buxton Crescent Experience.
The Pump Room is fitted with an accessible toilet.
Buxton Crescent has male, female and accessible toilets.
The Pavilion Gardens have public toilet facilities, just 5 minutes walk away.
Dogs are very welcome in the Pump Room and we always have complimentary dog treats at the Visitor Information desk.
Assistance dogs are allowed in the Buxton Crescent Experience and in the Assembly Rooms.
A variety of hot, cold and alcoholic drinks are usually available during events in the Pump Room.
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