Inside Ashridge Manor Garden Centre, Wokingham

Your friendly local craft shop

Wool, card-making supplies, handmade greeting cards and baby clothing — all under one cosy roof. Come and potter about, get inspired, and say hello.

Inside The Craft Shop — greeting card displays by the open door
Handmade with loveLocally run, family owned
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In the shop

Everything for your next make

A carefully stocked little shop full of lovely things. Here's a taste of what you'll find when you visit.

Balls of wool in soft pastel shades with knitting needles

Wool & yarn

A rainbow of wool for knitting and crochet, in all weights and colours.

Card-making supplies — blanks, patterned papers, ribbon and scissors

Card making

Card blanks, papers, embellishments and all the bits to craft your own.

A row of handmade floral greeting cards

Greeting cards

Handmade cards for every occasion — birthdays, new babies and more.

Knitted baby cardigan, bodysuit and booties

Baby clothing

Soft, sweet baby clothes that make a perfect gift for the little ones.

In the shop

The Baby Room

Tucked inside the shop you'll find our Baby Room — a dedicated little space filled with lovely things for the newest arrivals. From soft baby clothing and cuddly teddies to christening keepsakes and new-baby gifts, it's the perfect place to find something special.

Whether you're treating your own little one or shopping for a friend's new baby, pop in and have a browse — we'll happily help you put together a thoughtful gift.

  • Baby clothing
  • Soft toys & teddies
  • New-baby & christening gifts
  • Cards & gift bags
Come and have a browse
The Baby Room at The Craft Shop — baby clothing, soft toys and new-baby giftsFor your new arrival
A handmade pink floral greeting card with a fabric bow, surrounded by patterned papers and dried flowersMade just for you
Custom greeting cards

A card as special as the moment

Can't find quite the right card? We make bespoke greeting cards to order — tell us the occasion, colours and wording, and we'll craft something one-of-a-kind.

  • Birthdays, weddings, new arrivals & anniversaries
  • Personalised wording and colours
  • Pop in or message us with your idea
Request a custom card

Request a custom card

Tell us what you have in mind and we'll get back to you. There's no obligation — we're happy to chat through ideas.

We'll only use your details to reply about your request.

Come and craft with us

Join one of our craft clubs

Friendly, relaxed sessions in the shop — all abilities welcome. Bring your project, learn something new, and enjoy a natter and a cuppa.

Knit & Natter

Bring your knitting or crochet and join our cosy group for tips, help and good company.

Weekly · day & time TBC

Card Making Club

Make beautiful handmade cards step by step. All materials available in store.

Monthly · day & time TBC

Beginners Welcome

New to crafting? Come along to a friendly intro session and find your new hobby.

Ask in store to book
Ask about joining
Our story

A little shop with a lot of heart

The Craft Shop is a small, independent, family-run shop tucked inside Ashridge Manor Garden Centre in Wokingham. We love helping our customers find exactly what they need for their next project — and we're always happy to chat through ideas.

Whether you're a seasoned knitter, a card-making enthusiast or just starting out, you'll always get a warm welcome.

Come and say hello
The family behind The Craft Shop in the storeIndependent & family run
Find us

Come and visit

You'll find us inside Ashridge Manor Garden Centre — with plenty of free parking right outside.

Where to find usThe Craft Shop, Ashridge Manor Garden Centre, Forest Road, Wokingham, Berkshire RG40 5RA
Opening hoursTue–Sat: 10am–4pm  ·  Sun: 10am–3pm  ·  Mon: closed
Give us a call0118 977 0816

Pop in and get inspired

We'd love to see you in store. Follow us on social media for new stock, club dates and a peek at what's new.

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