Designers Weekend at Dreamcatcher Farm - things to bring

Keep dry and warm

We will be spending time both indoors and outdoors.  Temperatures are unpredictable. We recommend you wear several layers of clothing and bring a rainproof outer layer and wellingtom boots. The floors inside are suitable for socks or slippers, but again consider layers to keep your feet warm.

Food and drink

Basic vegan food will be provided, along with teas *various", coffee and biscuits. Please bring your favourite additional food and drink items for enhancements, snacks and treats.

Designers kit

We will not be providing materials or other kit, electronic or otherwise. At the very least, you should bring a notebook and a pen or pencil. That should get you through the weekend. But if we all limit ourselves to that, it won't be half as interesting as it could be.If you have an A3 pad (artists or layout pad) that could prove useful. Pack coloured pens and simple drawing instruments that you already have - this is a chance to practice with them (or to show off to the rest if us?)

We will let you know whether we will have internet access. But books are also fun and informative, it is good to have some for reference, particularly for plant growing and for trees. Bring a book on your favourite area of sustainable living.

We should have a surveyor's tape for measuring distances. If you don't have a tape (or a laser measure), perhaps you could bring a long length of cord or string to check dimensions on the site?

Overnight stay

You will need to bring a sleeping bag (or equivalent), a pillow, and a sleeping mat. (There are no bunks in the barn).

There are 2 car parking spaces, plus 2/3 more down the side of the lane. Camping is OK. Getting there: head up A54, turn in at signs for ice cream/Blaze farm, go past 2 cattle grids and camping barn is first. No hob , only microwave, kettle, toaster. Owner says bring extra blankets, hot water bottle. Need £1s for leccy. Website

Phone numbers in case you need to contact us

07973 856528