Sip & Paint with Michelle Douglas

Michelle Douglas is hosting a sip and paint evening at The Old Bell on Thursday 12 November, a two-hour session that combines drawing and watercolour. The whole thing is led by Douglas herself, a well-known local artist and illustrator, and the goal of the night is to walk away with your own handmade Christmas card.

It's a relaxed, easygoing setup, and Douglas describes it as one that suits beginners and art enthusiasts alike. Over the course of the two hours, you'll work through the drawing and watercolour stages to put your card together, so you don't need to be an experienced painter to get involved. The session is recommended for ages 13 and over, which makes it a decent shout for a family outing or a night out with friends.

The evening doesn't stop at the painting, either. There's a nibbles menu to pick at while you work, and the pub's full menu is available if you're after something more substantial. The 'sip' part of the title is right there in the name, so you can keep a glass of wine in hand as you go.

It all takes place at The Old Bell, Goring Lane, Reading RG7 1LS. The session starts at 7:00 PM, with doors opening at 6:45 PM, and it runs for two hours. There's free parking on site, so you don't have to worry about finding a spot in the evening.