Painting classes in village halls and cafes

Local adults, friends and social groups, and people booking one-off workshops such as 'paint and sip' style evenings or birthday sessions.

Fee per person per class or course, plus occasional private group bookings at a higher price. Your profit depends on filling the room after paying hire costs.

• Teaching beginners to paint step by step
• Managing a group of different abilities
• Local marketing and social media
• Organising materials and set-up

• Public liability insurance, and check whether the venue also requires its own cover
• If alcohol is served at the venue, check who holds the licence and what the rules are for your event
• Safeguarding checks (such as DBS) if you teach children or vulnerable adults
• Empty seats can mean a loss after hall hire, so start with short courses and pre-booking
• Carrying and storing equipment, which usually needs a car

Startup costs are typically estimated at around £400 to £2,000, depending on the materials and equipment you buy, insurance, marketing and any venue deposits. Treat this as an estimate and cost your own plan before booking venues.

Estimated monthly revenue is typically around £500 to £2,500, depending on how many classes you run, your group sizes and the price per session. This is revenue before hall hire, materials and insurance. Empty seats can mean a loss, so consider pre-booking.

Check public liability insurance and whether the venue also requires its own cover. If alcohol is served, check who holds the licence and the rules for your event. Also check DBS requirements if teaching children or vulnerable adults, and how you will carry and store equipment.