Welcome to BenaBerry's
Craftea Café
Home of BenaBerry Products, Crafts, Coffee and Great Cakes!
WITH THE SUMMER HOLIDAYS ARE FAST APPROACHING, HERE ARE OUR CLOSURE DATES 11th July - 20th July
AND HERE ARE JUST A FEW CREATIVE IDEAS WE HAVE FOR YOU OVER THE 6 WKS HOLIDAYS!!
So take a look in your diaries, making a note of our closure dates and reserve your next visit NOW click the links below to book!
SUMMER CLOSURE
11th July - 20th July
GOING AWAY?
Collect Shells, Sand, Pebbles and/or Seaglass back, bring it to the shop and lets see what art we can make!
Paper Plate Jellyfish
Lets take some common items and get creative with them... How cute are these Paper plate Jellyfish?
A one-of-a-kind Café, where creativity meets laser precision
In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, we all deserve a moment to pause, unwind, and do something just for ourselves. That’s where our Craftea café comes in — it’s not just a place to craft, but a sanctuary for creativity, relaxation, and self-expression.
Here, you can escape the noise, recharge your mind, and reconnect with the joy of making. Crafting isn’t just about creating something beautiful—it’s a proven way to boost mindfulness and well-being. Our workshops are designed to be warm, welcoming and stress-free, giving you the perfect space to explore your creativity at your own pace.
Whether you join us for some peaceful "me time" or bring along friends to share the experience,
you’ll leave feeling refreshed, accomplished and truly inspired.
Not into crafting? No problem! You’re still more than welcome to come in, relax, and enjoy our cosy atmosphere.
Treat yourself to one of our many refreshments, sweet treats, or toasted delights—whether it’s a tea cake, toast, crumpets, or a bagel. Settle in with a good book, catch up on the latest news, or challenge yourself (or a friend!) to a game from our selection of board games, card games, and our unique Art Deco Scrabble set.
Whether you're here to unwind solo or spend quality time with a friend, our space is yours to enjoy!
Monday - Open 10.30am - 4.30pm
What better way to kick off your week than with a visit to our café?
Treat yourself to a delicious slice of homemade cake and give your energy a boost.
- Walk in and craft any time of the day
While we don’t have a scheduled session today, you can come a craft, draw, paint any one of our ready made items in store.
Tuesday - Open 10.30am -5pm
Get your creative fix this Tuesday!
Dive in to your next crafting masterpiece..
- Walk in and craft any time of the day
- Check out our bookable workshops for upcoming sessions : https://www.benaberryproducts.com/workshops
Wednesday - CLOSED
Sorry were Closed today for restock and orders...
.... but if feel free to contact us via phone, email or msg if you need any help or have any questions to ask.
Thursday - Open 10am - 4pm
- Thursday Mindful session 10am-12pm
(Mindful Art to clear the mind and refocus it)
Though we like you to book, its not essential... just turn up and 10am if you can, or use the link below to book and secure your place.
(Please note we do not run the sessions during school holidays)
Friday - Open 10.30am - 5pm
What better way to finish off the week, than on a high in our cafe, doing some much need crafting, and why not treat the kids or a friend to a Fully Loaded Hot chocolate... loaded with Squirty cream and Marshmallows.
- Walk in and craft any time of the day
If there is a workshop you'd like us to host, get in touch and tell us, we're alwasy looking for ideas and sessions.
Saturday - Open 10am - 1.30pm
Though our Saturdays are short, you can still have plenty of fun crafting... with friends and family.
- Walk in and craft any time till 1.30pm - (however If we dont have a party booked in we will extend the hours accordingly)
- Look at our bookable workshops for Upcoming Saturday sessions
Though you don't have to book, but we are small and seemingly very popular... so just give us a call ... and we'll pencil you in. Gina - 07818414546
Saturday - Parties/Workshops Sessions 2pm - 4pm
🎉 Host Your Event at BenaBerry Craftea Café! 🎨
Planning a crafting birthday party, special celebration, or any occasion? Our cosy, creative space is perfect for making your event unique and memorable!
✨ Simply inquire via the link below, and let’s bring your celebration to life with creativity, fun, and of course, cake! 🍰☕
Click here to book your Private Party
And when the café hasn't been booked for a private party, I'll be hosting a small group crafting session — with up to 14 bookable spaces—where we’ll dive into a different planned creative project every time!
The Saturday Art Club / Bookable workshops
📅 On Selected Saturday Afternoons 2pm - 4pm we host our Art club or we host bookable work shops... check them out to see if there's anything you'd like to do.
Click here to book your Saturday session
Sunday - Private Hire from 9.30am - 5.30pm
If you're looking to hire the BenaBerry Craftea Café for your next event, whether it's a crafting birthday party, special celebration, or any other occasion, we're here to help! Simply inquire via the link below and let us help make your next celebration a creative and memorable one!
https://www.benaberryproducts.com/benaberry-creative-parties
Make your own house/s
Let your imagination run wild, while you build and decorate your very own **Rustic House** this has been so popular! Will it look like their own home? Or maybe a dream cottage in the woods? A colourful castle or a quirky seaside hut? The choice is all theirs!
🎨 They'll get hands-on with painting, building, and designing — a perfect chance to get creative, learn new skills, and have loads of fun!
🛠️ "Adult supervision is required" as we’ll be using tools like hot glue, screws, and other materials to bring these magical mini houses to life.
In store while materials last.
Design'A' Duck
Design’A Duck was created in celebration of Castle Donington’s beloved Duck Pond Island — and our growing obsession with all things duck!
With over 10 fun designs to choose from in-store, there’s something for everyone. Feeling extra creative? You can even design your own duck! Gina — our owner, designer, and host — will transform your sketch into a custom wooden piece for you to return and paint once it’s ready (usually within 7 days, often sooner!).
Pop in anytime we’re open and join the fun — no booking needed! but advisable at weekends or in holidays.
Slate Coasters
Make unique slate coasters that can be customised with your favorite colours and patterns. A great addition to any home or bedroom!
(Avaliable any day we're open for walk-ins).
We have Square shaped coasters and Heart shaped coasters.
(Please note Mindful sessions do
not run during School holidays)