The Cardboard Shed
Step into a space where imagination runs wild and creativity knows no bounds. The Cardboard Shed is a rebellion against the ordinary, a haven where there's no "right way" to create with cardboard.
Nestled in the peaceful Buckinghamshire countryside of Cholesbury, this isn't just another creative space. It's a sanctuary where children reveal their innate brilliance through unrestricted play and creation. Where families discover the joy of side-by-side making and where every piece of cardboard holds the possibility of magic.
What Makes This Space Special:
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A cozy, intimate workshop where one family at a time can let their creativity soar
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Freedom to explore without judgment or expectations
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A screen-free haven surrounded by rolling hills, chickens, and ancient oak trees
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Gentle guidance that nurtures confidence and independent thinking
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An ever-evolving gallery of visitor creations that inspires new possibilities
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All the tools and materials needed to bring your ideas to life
Your Creative Adventure:
Each 2.5-hour session is yours to explore and create as you wish. Watch as children lead the way into deep creative flow, siblings find new ways to collaborate, and parents rediscover their own playful spirit. Here, mistakes become stepping stones to discovery, and every creation adds to the story of what's possible when we trust our creative instincts.
Practical Details:
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Located in Cholesbury, near Berkhamsted, Buckinghamshire
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Available during school holidays
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Bespoke sessions welcome (especially popular with home-educated families)
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Exclusive use for your family/small group
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All materials and tools provided
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Perfect for ages 3+
Ready to unleash your family's creativity? Book your adventure in The Cardboard Shed today.
Let's discover what happens when imagination has no limits.
Book your Family Session
The Cardboard Shed is open to visitors during the school holidays with a morning and an afternoon session. Click the link to discover the available dates and times.
If you Home Educate or have children younger than 5 and would like to visit outside of the school holidays please email Claire directly to arrange your visit.
Why Cardboard?
A cardboard box was always my favourite toy - a blank canvas for a big imagination.
As a tiny tot, it was just me, my ideas, and a pile of cardboard. Those creative adventures weren't just play; they were where I cultivated a lifelong love of learning and began discovering my sense of self. Those early creative endeavours mattered and enriched my life.
Now, having worked with hundreds of children, I get to share this gift with others. It's not just about providing space, time, and resources - it's about offering the gifts of listening, enthusiasm, and understanding.
In The Cardboard Shed, I witness precious moments where a spark of an idea ignites and a child's eyes light up. I get to listen to big ideas and guide inventors past frustrating moments. I offer new perspectives and help families reconnect.
Here, I see curiosity and creativity at their best. The Cardboard Shed is so much more than cardboard, it's where imagination takes shape and possibilities come to life.
