The Gemstone Tea Party
An Afternoon of Sparkle, Style & Support for Local Families
This exclusive event begins with sparkle as you’re welcomed to the stunning Oakley Hall by our charity team and have the opportunity to enjoy a glass of fizz before our gemstone masterclasses begin.
Hosted by independent family jewellers Petra Jewellery, The Gemstone Tea Party is your chance to step into the fascinating world of gemstones by selecting one of the intimate masterclasses on offer at booking.
Following the masterclass, guests will be invited to come together to enjoy a delicious afternoon tea, prepared and served by the talented culinary team at Oakley Hall.
The masterclass
Petra Jewellery experts will share their wealth of knowledge and experience as they talk you through the origins and unique qualities of each stone.
Choose one of the three classes available where you can get up close with either a selection of sapphires or aquamarine, amethyst and garnet and learn more about the design process and how the jewellery is made.
What makes these masterclasses truly unique is the hands-on experience given by the team at Petra Jewellery, who have all donated their time to this unique charity event. Guests won’t just admire the gemstones from afar, they’ll get up close and learn how to handle them, using jewellers’ tools like tweezers and a loupe, giving you the chance to really see and understand the gems that will be available in the charity auction a little later in the day.
