Spooky season at Pictura: Halloween BYOB Friday 30 Oct

← Children’s parties

Decoupage party

Personalise a letter, an animal or a box

Patterned papers, prints and decorative pieces. Each child personalises a letter, an animal or a box – guided, with room to choose.

Ages 6–16 Parties of 10 2 hours £330 for 10

A girl holding up her decoupaged letter at a Pictura party

Book online

Choose your party date

Next available dates

Loading available times…

    Next you can add extra guests and food (like pizza), then confirm your details and pay on our secure checkout page.

    • Price: £330.00
    • Pay in full online, or pay a 25% deposit now.
    • Length: 120 minutes
    • At Pictura, 5 Eastgate Row North, Chester

    A non-refundable 25% deposit secures your date, and the balance and final numbers are due 14 days before the party.

    Questions first? Email contact@picturachester.co.uk or call 01244 328976.

    What’s included

    • Patterned papers, prints and decorative pieces
    • A letter, an animal or a box for each child
    • Guided, with room to choose
    • Taken home on the day
    • A qualified art teacher, who is fully insured and DBS checked
    • All materials, set-up and tidy-up

    Who it’s for

    For ages 6–16. Perfect for birthdays and special days, and no experience needed. Our studio holds up to 25 guests.

    Parties take place in our private party area on the first floor of Pictura, 5 Eastgate Row North. We can also bring the party to your home or venue, and we handle set-up and tidy-up.

    A party table in the Pictura studio laid with decoupage letters, a spotty tablecloth and balloons
    Shelves of papier-mâché letters and decoupage supplies in the Pictura studio
    A child blowing out birthday candles at a Pictura party

    How it runs

    Your party, step by step

    Parties last 2 hours, including a 30-minute food break if you’re bringing food.

    1. A warm welcome
      Gentle games, so everyone can settle in.
    2. A starter activity
      A quick art warm-up to build confidence.
    3. Food break
      Time for food, cake and candles, if you’re bringing them.
    4. The main make
      The big art activity, and a finished piece for every child.
    5. Wrap-up
      A calm finish: packing up creations and saying goodbye.

    When we run them

    • Saturdays 3pm–5pm
    • Sundays 11am–1pm or 2.30pm–4.30pm
    • Weekday after school on enquiry

    Food and extras

    • Food, cake, cutlery and party bags aren’t included, so you’re welcome to bring your own food and cake.
    • Pizzas from our café are available to buy, or as an add-on to your party – just ask.
    • You’re welcome to decorate the party area up to 30 minutes beforehand if the room is free.
    • Please tell us about any allergies at least 2 weeks before.

    Price

    Decoupage party prices
    WherePrice
    In our studio£330 for 10 children
    We come to you£430 for 10 children

    The price is for up to 10 guests. Additional guests are £16 each, charged at checkout.

    A non-refundable 25% deposit secures your date, and the balance and final numbers are due 14 days before the party. There’s no admin fee if you need to move the date.

    Taking it home

    A decoupaged letter, animal or box, taken home on the day.

    What to bring and wear

    Aprons are provided, but clothes that can take a splash are a good idea. Tell us in advance about any additional needs so we can support the group. We lead the art, and children remain the responsibility of the adults who stay.

    Decoupage party FAQs

    How much does it cost?

    For a party of 10 children, £330 in our studio and £430 when we come to you. Extra children are £16 each.

    What ages is it for?

    Ages 6–16.

    How many children can come?

    Prices are for 10 children, with extra children charged per child, and our studio holds up to 25 guests.

    How long is the party?

    Parties last 2 hours, including a 30-minute food break if you’re bringing food.

    When do parties run?

    Saturdays 3pm–5pm and Sundays 11am–1pm or 2.30pm–4.30pm. Weekday after-school parties are on enquiry.

    Can we bring food and cake?

    Yes. Food, cake, cutlery and party bags aren’t included, so you’re welcome to bring your own. Pizzas from our café are available to buy, or as an add-on to your party – just ask.

    Can parents stay?

    A limited number of parents can stay. Seating is limited, so many families drop off and collect at the end. Stairways and exits need to stay clear.

    Can you come to our home or venue?

    Yes – we bring the same party to you and handle set-up and tidy-up, from £430 for 10 children.

    How do I secure a date?

    A non-refundable 25% deposit secures your date, and the balance and final numbers are due 14 days before the party. There’s no admin fee if you need to move the date.

    How do I book?

    Press Book now to choose a time and book online, or call us on 01244 328976 or email contact@picturachester.co.uk with your preferred date, time and party.

    More questions? See all our FAQs or call us on 01244 328976.