Sip and Paint at Stirk House, Gisburn, Clitheroe. Ticket price £35 pp Please call 01200 445581 to book your... (1)

As the nights draw in and autumn settles around us, there's no better time to treat yourself to a cosy evening of creativity, connection, and a little bit of magic. Come and join me at the beautiful Stirk House Hotel for a relaxed Sip and Paint evening, where we'll be painting a stunning Autumn Acorn using bold, bright colours and loose, easy brushstrokes that make it simple for absolutely anyone to create something beautiful.

Whether you're an old hand at painting or have never picked up a brush in your life, this evening is all about letting go of perfection and simply enjoying the process. There's something truly special about sitting down with a glass in hand, good company around you, and nothing to do but create. It's a wonderful way to spend an evening with friends — or even to make some new ones — while giving yourself permission…