Jewellery Making Workshop Holidays in France

FAQ's

We've tried to list some of the most common questions we are asked about our jewellery making short breaks and holidays but please don't hesitate to email or telephone us if you have any questions or would like a chat about the workshops, accommodation etc.

Where is La Vidalerie ?
We are in the beautiful and un spoilt Aveyron in SW France, largely undiscovered, it is the 5th largest department in France but has one of the smallest populations - Email us and we'll send you a brochure !

How do I get to La Vidalerie ?
Our closest airport is Rodez (RyanAir offer cheap flights from Stansted to Rodez and Dublin to Rodez), If you are unable to fly into Rodez we can offer airport pickups from Montpellier (add £60) and Toulouse (add £75). Pickups from Rodez are free.

I will be traveling on my own
Almost all of our guests are women traveling on their own, this is why we think it is so important to collect you from the Arrivals Gate and wait until we have seen you go through the Departures Gate on your way home and we include accompanied sightseeing in all our breaks (arranged around the weather and local events at the time).

I want to travel with just hand luggage ?
We provide towels, shampoo, conditioner and shower gel and there is a hair drier in the cottage so don't worry about bringing these.

Do you run workshops all year round ?
Yes

Do I need to bring my own tools ?
No - Don't worry about buying any special for the workshops, we have lots of beads and tools. If you have your own favorite tools feel free to bring them (maybe mark them with some tape so they don't get mixed up) but remember you can't bring them in your hand luggage.

What are the options for dinner ?
Each day you will have the option of having dinner with us (£12 - Please click here for some example dinner menus) or catering for yourself (we will take you to the local supermarket for supplies) or eating out at one of the nearby restaurants (we will drop you off and pick you up).

What meals are included ?
Breakfast and lunch at La Vidalerie - any meals/drinks taken outside are not included (eg restaurants & cafes). Tea, coffee etc are provided (let us know if you have special requirements)

Do you cater for vegetarians ?
Yes, if you have any special requirement with regards to mealsjust let us know.

Do I have to share a room ?
NO - Definitely not, we want you to have a relaxing holiday and feel that having your own room is an important part of this. Your room has a double bed, table or desk, TV with DVD player and comfortable chair.

Can I bring a friend/partner ?
Yes, if you want to bring a friend who is not going to take part in the workshops but will share your room just add £75 (week) (£40 short break) to the price (this includes breakfast but not lunch but this can be arranged at an additional cost).

Do I need a car ?
We are about 13km from St Geniez, our nearest small town but unless you want to do sightseeing on your own you won't need a car as we are happy to offer transfers into St Geniez and will include some accompanied sightseeing during your visit.

I'd like to know more about the area ?
Please email me and I will send you a brochure about the Aveyron.

I've never made jewellery before, will this be a problem ?
No - our workshops are designed for complete beginners to those who have had a go but want to develop their skills.

Do you offer one to one workshops ?
Yes - We charge 50% extra and you will have one to one tuition and the cottage to yourself. The holiday will be designed around you so you decide how much accompanied sightseeing you want, if you want to include a visit to a spa, how much tuition etc.

I'd like to arrange a hen break with my friends ?
The cottage has 2 bedrooms, one has a double bed and sofa bed, the other a double bed and we can provide an additional single bed so can sleep up to 4, please email me and we can discuss ideas - what you would like to do, spa visits, shopping, jewellery making sessions etc.

Please Email me or Phone 0033 6 30 74 20 35 if you have any questions
or would like to have a chat about the workshops.