Events
Alongside supporting families, we’re passionate about creating a space where people can feel comfortable talking about death, dying and grief, without it feeling overwhelming or intimidating.
We host a range of events including relaxed talks, creative workshops, crafting sessions and arts-based activities designed to gently open up conversation and bring people together. Some events explore grief, loss and planning ahead, while others are simply about creativity, connection and spending time with other people.
Whether you’re looking for support, curious to learn more, or just fancy coming along for a chat and a brew, you’re always welcome.
Death Café – free!
There’s no agenda or pressure to speak — you’re welcome to chat, listen or simply be part of the conversation.
Facilitated in partnership with funeral celebrant Kate Stoddart.
21 October 2026, 11am - 1pm
To book a place email beccy@graveexpectations.co.uk
Grave Expectations, DE4 3LY
Come and say hello - we’d love to see you.
Autumn Wreaths Workshop
Spend an evening creating your very own dried flower wreath. All tuition, materials and equipment provided.
Call Claire on 07531 215013 for more information or to book a place.
16 October 2026, 7pm
Grave Expectations, DE4 3LY
Come and say hello - we’d love to see you.
Tying Up Loose Ends
A useful short course, over 2 mornings, for thinking and planning for end of life and future wishes in our beautiful community space.
Facilitated in partnership with funeral celebrant Kate Stoddart.
18 & 25 November 2026
10.30am - 1.30pm
Grave Expectations, DE4 3LY
Come and say hello - we’d love to see you.
Christmas Wreaths workshop
Come and join us for a creative few hours and build an environmentally friendly, plastic free, festive wreath.
All tools, materials and decorations are provided along with festive drinks, snacks and live entertainment.
Call Claire on 07531 215013 for more information or to book a place.
27 November 2026, 7pm - 9pm
29 November 2026, 1pm - 3pm
Grave Expectations, DE4 3LY
Come and say hello - we’d love to see you.
Winter Lantern Making
Come and join us to create beautiful paper lanterns, using simple tracing techniques or freehand drawing if you wish, to celebrate the season and bring comfort and light through the winter nights.
No experience necessary. You will be fully guided by Lise Bennett, and inspiration will be in abundance!
Share a cuppa, some tasty treats and the company of good humans, for two hours of ‘you’ time. We look forward to seeing you.
5 December 2026, 1pm - 3pm
Booking advised.
To book a place email beccy@graveexpectations.co.uk
£25 inclusive of materials and refreshments.
Grave Expectations, DE4 3LY
Winter Wellbeing Workshop
Take some time to treat yourself!
At this workshop, you can choose your own jar of infused herbal oil and learn some simple hand reflexology techniques to bring relaxation and lift your wellbeing.
Facilitated with Tilly Martin AoR from Gentle Reflexology, based in Darley Dale.
13 December 2026, 11.30am - 1pm
£9.95
To book a place email beccy@graveexpectations.co.uk
Grave Expectations, DE4 3LY
Come and say hello - we’d love to see you.
Anti-Christmas Memory Boards
When you are grieving, Christmas is particularly hard, we know how that feels. We'd like to help you create a legacy board about your loved one while we completely ignore anything to do with Christmas!
Facilitated in partnership with Kate Parkin Creative.
19 December 2026, 1pm - 4pm
To book a place email beccy@graveexpectations.co.uk or kateparkincreative@gmail.com
Grave Expectations, DE4 3LY
Come and say hello - we’d love to see you.
Vision Board Workshop
Join us for a creative workshop where you can visualise what you want for the year ahead to look like. See Instagram for details.
Facilitated in partnership with Kate Parkin Creative.
8 January 2027, 1pm - 4pm
To book a place email beccy@graveexpectations.co.uk or kateparkincreative@gmail.com
Grave Expectations, DE4 3LY
Come and say hello - we’d love to see you.
Canva Basics Course
Bring your laptop and be talked through how to do an 'all about me' on Free Canva, whilst getting advice on brand colours and fonts.
Facilitated in partnership with Kate Parkin Creative.
6 February 2027, 1pm - 4pm
To book a place email beccy@graveexpectations.co.uk or kateparkincreative@gmail.com
Grave Expectations, DE4 3LY
Come and say hello - we’d love to see you.
How would you say goodbye?
Death is part of life, let’s be practical about it.
A workshop to create your ideal funeral… just in case.
Multiple dates and times - follow link below to book.
Grave Expectations, DE4 3LY