Events

Got a stash of craft supplies you swore you’d use… but never did? You’re not alone.

If you love trying new crafts, collecting materials, and then moving on to the next shiny project, chances are you’ve got a growing pile of unused bits and bobs. Let’s put them back into circulation!

Join us at Lemon and Jinja’s Arts & Craft Swap, a relaxed, feel-good event where your unused supplies can find a new home, and you can discover fresh inspiration.

Bring along your surplus materials and swap them for something new to you. Whether you’re starting a new hobby or topping up your stash, there’s plenty to explore.

For just £6, take as much as you like.

It’s a simple way to declutter, reduce waste, and spark your creativity, all while connecting with fellow craft lovers.

We can’t wait to see what treasures you bring!

🕒 Timings: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
🎟️ Tickets: £6 per person (buy in advance or on the day!)
📍 Location: Upstairs at Lemon & Jinja, unless stated otherwise

How It Works:

• Tickets: Show your pre-bought ticket at the door or grab one at the downstairs till. Then collect your entry stamp and you’re ready to swap!

• Donations: Bring craft supplies, tools, fabrics, or materials to swap. Can’t bring them on the day? No problem – we accept donations up to one week before the event.

FAQs:

• What can I bring? Anything arts & crafts – paper, yarn, beads, paint, brushes, tools, fabrics, and more!

• Do I need to bring items to participate? Not at all! You can join the fun even if you don’t have anything to swap.

• Leftover items? Anything left over will be donated to local schools, art groups, or organisations in need.

• Food & drink? Yes! Our café and shop will be open throughout for snacks and refreshments.

We’re so excited to see what treasures you’ll bring and discover. Let’s swap, create, and inspire... together! 💛

Cancellation Policy:
If you need to cancel, please let us know as soon as possible so we can offer your spot to someone else.

• 7+ days in advance: 100% refund

• 3–6 days: 20% fee, rest as store credit

• <48 hours: 30% fee, rest as store credit

If we have to cancel the event, we’ll give at least 24 hours’ notice and aim to rebook for all customers, giving you first priority.

By booking, you agree to this cancellation policy.

🎟️ £5 TICKET = £5 TO SPEND IN THE SHOP + A FREE HOT DRINK ☕🍋

If you're planning to pick up a coffee, cake or a few bits from the shop anyway, you'll get your ticket value straight back as a voucher to spend on the evening!

Have you ever wondered how Lemon & Jinja started? Why we do what we do? Or what the future looks like for the shop?

Join me, Jess for a relaxed evening sharing the story behind Lemon & Jinja, from growing up in Uganda and working in conservation, to opening a tiny refill shop in Romsey that has grown into the UK's largest independent refill shop and an award-winning community hub.

We'll chat about:
🍋 The story behind Lemon & Jinja
🌱 Why sustainability matters to us
🙌 How the community has shaped the business
♻️ What's next for Lemon & Jinja
💬 Plenty of time for questions and conversation

This isn't a business workshop or formal presentation. It's a chance to get to know the story behind the shop you support, ask questions, share ideas and spend an evening with like-minded people in a relaxed setting.

Whether you've been shopping with us for years, only recently discovered us, or are simply curious about what goes on behind the scenes, we'd love to see you there 💛

✨ Plus, this is the first of a new 'Behind the Brand' series, with future evenings featuring some of your favourite brands from our shelves, including UpCircle, Nope, River Coffee Roasters, Cyril's Soap Shed and more.

📅 Wednesday 3rd June
⏰ 6.30pm - 7.30pm

🎟️ £5 ticket includes:
☕ A free standard hot drink
🛍️ A £5 voucher to spend in-store on the evening

Spaces are limited, so book your place and join us for a cosy evening of coffee, conversation and community ✨

Featuring: nope. 💚

Ever wondered whether shampoo bars actually work?

Join us for the next evening in our Behind the Brand series as we welcome the team behind nope. haircare, the sustainable shampoo and conditioner brand changing the way people think about haircare.

Created to prove that eco-friendly products don’t have to mean compromise, nope. has built a loyal following with their plastic-free shampoo and conditioner bars designed to genuinely improve hair and scalp health. Their bars are vegan, palm oil free, cruelty free and made to last up to 80 washes ✨ 

This relaxed and interactive evening is your chance to:
💚 Meet the people behind the brand
🧴 Learn how nope. was created
🌱 Discover the truth about shampoo bars and sustainable haircare
✨ Ask questions about ingredients, hair types and transitioning to bars
🙌 Hear the challenges and wins of building an independent sustainable brand

Whether you already love nope. or you’re just curious about switching to lower waste haircare, this is such a great chance to learn more, chat openly and try the products for yourself.

PLUS… attendees get EXCLUSIVE EVENT OFFERS 👀

Tickets: £5

Your ticket includes £5 off nope. products purchased on the evening

Upstairs at Lemon & Jinja
Date: July 22nd
Time: 6.30-7.30

Spaces are limited, so grab a ticket, bring your questions and come spend the evening with us 💚

Ever wondered what actually makes skincare sustainable?

Join us for the next evening in our Behind the Brand series as we welcome Katy from UpCircle, the award-winning skincare brand transforming natural beauty through circular ingredients and sustainable design.

Founded with a mission to turn waste into something valuable, UpCircle creates high-performing skincare using repurposed natural ingredients like leftover coffee grounds, chai spices, fruit stones, and more, proving that sustainability and luxury can go hand in hand.

This relaxed and interactive evening is your chance to:
Meet the people behind the brand
Learn how UpCircle was created
Discover the power of circular beauty and sustainable skincare
Ask questions about ingredients, routines, and ethical beauty
Hear the challenges and wins of building an independent sustainable brand

Whether you already love UpCircle or you’re curious about making more conscious skincare choices, this is such a great chance to learn more, chat openly, and try the products for yourself.

PLUS… attendees get EXCLUSIVE EVENT OFFERS!

Tickets: £5

Your ticket includes £5 off UpCircle products purchased on the evening.

Upstairs at Lemon and Jinja
Date: Wednesday August 26th, Wednesday November 25th
Time: 6.30-7.30pm

Spaces are limited, so grab a ticket, bring your questions, and come spend the evening with us 💚

2-3.30pm - the event is hosted upstairs

Our breastfeeding peer support gatherings are all about connection, shared experience and feeling held by community. These relaxed, welcoming meet-ups are facilitated by the lovely Polly Smith, IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant), and are open to breastfeeding mums at every stage of their journey.

Whether you’re exclusively breastfeeding, mixed feeding, pumping, or simply want to sit in a space where you feel understood, this is time just for you. To come along, connect, chat, and feel supported without judgement.

Held upstairs in the calm, cosy setting of Lemon & Jinja’s café, these sessions offer a gentle space to meet other mums, ask questions, share your story, or just listen. Support is compassionate, evidence-based and offered in a way that centres you and your experience.

These sessions are completely free, but booking is required so we can keep the space comfortable and supportive for everyone.

Polly qualified as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant in 2020 and works one-to-one with families, offering expert support for more complex breastfeeding challenges. Her work is grounded in empathy, evidence-based knowledge and a deep respect for each family’s unique journey.

Her passion for infant feeding support began long before qualifying as an IBCLC. Polly is a mother of premature twins, and her own experiences navigating breastfeeding challenges are what first inspired her commitment to supporting others.

Since qualifying as a breastfeeding counsellor in 2014, Polly has volunteered extensively within her community. She leads local breastfeeding support groups, facilitates antenatal breastfeeding classes, and provides one-to-one support. Over the years, she has supported hundreds of nursing parents with care, kindness and compassion. Alongside her private practice, she continues to volunteer her time to support breastfeeding families.

Above all, Polly is dedicated to helping every nursing parent reach their own feeding goals. She believes families know what’s right for them, and her role is to listen, understand and empower parents to make informed choices with confidence.

Location:

Lemon & Jinja
Unit 11 Belbins Business Park
Cupernham Lane, Romsey
SO51 7JF

Introducing The Craftea Club, a relaxed monthly evening at Lemon & Jinja dedicated to creativity, conversation, and a really good hot drink.

Whether you’re halfway through a knitting project, love embroidery, crochet, sketching, scrapbooking, sewing, journaling, or simply enjoy making things with your hands, this is a welcoming space to bring along whatever you’re working on and craft alongside others.

The Craftea Club is all about slowing down, sharing ideas, and spending time with like-minded people in a warm and inspiring setting. There’s no formal teaching, no pressure, and no need to be an expert, just bring your current project (or your curiousity) and settle in for an evening of creativity and connection.

Come solo or bring a friend, enjoy a cosy atmosphere, and meet a community of fellow makers over a hot drink, conversation, and craft.

When: Every second Wednesday of the month
Time: 6.00 - 7.30pm

Pay as you Go (PAYG) Ticket: £6
Includes:
• Entry to the session
• A free standard hot drink
• Access to the Craftea Club WhatsApp group
• 10% off all stationery, tape, and string on the night

Craftea Club Membership (June - December): £40
Includes:
• Access to all remaining 2026 sessions
• A free standard hot drink at every session
• Access to the WhatsApp community group
• 10% off stationery, tape, and string for the rest of the year
• One free ticket to our next Craft Swap event!

Bring your project, grab a drink, and join us for an evening of making at Lemon & Jinja

Celebrate Father’s Day with a cosy vegan cream tea for two at Lemon & Jinja 💚

Join us on Sunday 21st June for warm homemade scones, comforting cups of tea and a relaxed afternoon celebrating someone special.

Whether you’re celebrating your dad, stepdad, grandad, chosen family, partner or simply someone important in your life, this is a lovely excuse to slow down and spend quality time together 🌿

SIT-IN CREAM TEA FOR TWO: £30

Enjoy your cream tea upstairs in our café space with limited seating available across two time slots.

Your sit-in cream tea includes:
🥐 Four freshly baked homemade vegan scones
🍓 Jam + our famous vegan “Flotted Cream”
🍰 Four bite-sized cakes
☕ Two teas of your choice

TAKEAWAY CREAM TEA FOR TWO: £24

Prefer to enjoy your cream tea at home, in the garden or out on a picnic? Our takeaway option comes beautifully packed in a cardboard takeaway box, complete with mini refillable glass jam jars ♻️

Your takeaway cream tea includes:
🥐 Four freshly baked homemade vegan scones
🍓 Jam + vegan “Flotted Cream”
🍰 Four bite-sized cakes
☕ Two teas of your choice

Choose from:

• English Breakfast

• Decaf Breakfast

• Relaxing Apple & Hibiscus

• Earl Grey

• Peppermint

• Lemon & Ginger

• Green Tea

• Red Fruit

- Vegan as standard
- Gluten-free scones available upon request (must be pre-ordered)
- Please let us know of any allergies when booking

Spaces are limited and booking is essential. Bookings close Thursday 18th June at 11:59pm.

We can’t wait to celebrate with you 💚

Starting this June, we’re introducing something new at Lemon & Jinja: a cosy monthly book club designed to bring people together through stories, conversation, and community.

Whether you’re an avid reader who always has a book on the go, or someone looking for a gentle way to get back into reading, this is a relaxed and welcoming space for all. There’s no pressure to finish every book or have all the answers: just come along with your thoughts, curiosity, and a love of good company.

Our very first session in June will be all about shaping the club together. Join us to meet fellow book lovers, chat all things books, and help create a structure that everyone will love moving forward. We’ll also be choosing our reading list for the rest of the year, so come along with book ideas in mind... every suggestion will go into the pot!

The aim is that all books chosen will be available in any format (Kindle / similar, audio and as a book), so you can enjoy them in a way that works for you. We also encourage sourcing books second-hand where possible.

Expect thoughtful conversations, relaxed evenings, and the chance to connect with a growing community in the warm surroundings of Lemon & Jinja.

When: Second Wednesday of every month
Time: 6.00 - 7.30pm

Pay as you go ticket (PAYG): £6
Includes:
• Entry to the session
• A free standard hot drink
• 10% off all books on the night
• Access to the Lemon & Jinja Book Club WhatsApp group

Book Club Membership (June - December): £40
Includes:
• Access to all 2026 sessions
• A free standard hot drink at every session
• Access to the WhatsApp community group
• 10% off books at Lemon & Jinja for the rest of the year, at any time!

Come as you are, settle in with a warm drink, and be part of a growing community built around books, connection, and meaningful conversation.

We can’t wait to welcome you.

Introducing! ☕🌈

2nd Wednesday of every month 6-7.30pm

Looking to meet new people and build community? A relaxed monthly gathering for members of the LGBTQIA+ community to connect, chat, and enjoy a safe, welcoming space together.

Whether you're new to the area, looking to expand your social circle, or simply want to spend time with like-minded people, this is a friendly and inclusive space where you can come exactly as you are. There’s no agenda, no pressure, and no expectations, just good conversation, meaningful connections, and a warm welcome.

Come along on your own or bring a friend, settle in with your favourite drink, and enjoy an evening of community, connection, and belonging in the cosy surroundings of Lemon & Jinja.

Everyone is welcome, and we can't wait to meet you. ✨🌈💛☕

Repair, Reuse and Keep Things in Circulation

Please book a time slot for The Metalsmith, but you can drop in with Resewn Textiles and Steve the Bike Guy

We’re excited to launch our brand-new Mending Café alongside our much-loved Clothes Swap on Sunday 19th July! Creating an even bigger celebration of sustainable living, repair, reuse and community.

Whether you're refreshing your wardrobe at the clothes swap, browsing the refill shop, or enjoying a slice from the returning Stones Throw Pizza, you'll also have the opportunity to bring along treasured items that need a little care and attention. From jewellery and clothing repairs to bike maintenance, our skilled repairers will be on hand throughout the day to help extend the life of the things you love.

Jewellery Repairs (The Metalsmith)

25-minute bookable appointments are available throughout the day. Slots cost £6 and can be booked in advance via Lemon & Jinja. You’re welcome to stay and chat during your appointment or leave your items while you explore the event.

Services available on the day include: chain untangling, jewellery cleaning, checking claws and stone settings, ring measuring, advice on repurposing silver, gold and platinum jewellery, replacing a silver clasp (£10), replacing a silver joining ring (£5)

Additional repairs may be possible depending on the item and materials involved.

Clothing Repairs & Alteration Advice (Resewn Textiles)

Bring along clothing, bedding, household textiles and other fabric items that need repair, mending or general care. Each item will be assessed individually, with repairs carried out where possible on a first-come, first-served basis. This service operates on a pay-what-you-can basis, helping to keep repair accessible while recognising the time, skill and care involved in each piece of work.

Not every item will be suitable for repair on the day, but guidance and advice can be offered for future repairs or alterations where appropriate. While you wait, you can enjoy the clothes swap, browse the shop, or relax with refreshments from the café.

Bike Repairs & Servicing (Steve the Bike Guy)

Give your bike some much-needed attention with our drop-in bike repair service. No booking is required. Our mechanic will be able to carry out 'check & tune' services (approximately £50), which include:
- Brake checks and adjustments
- Gear checks and adjustments
- Tyre inspection, inflation and wear checks
- Cable inspections
- Headset adjustments
- Bolt safety checks and re-torquing

Smaller repair jobs, such as puncture repairs or gear adjustments, are available from £15 for a 15-minute repair.

The Mending Café is all about helping people repair rather than replace, learn more about caring for their belongings, and connect with others who share a passion for sustainability. Whether you're bringing a favourite necklace back to life, rescuing a well-loved garment, or getting your bike road-ready again, we hope you'll join us for a day of practical skills, community spirit and conscious consumption.

Come along on 19th July and discover how small repairs can make a big difference. And of course, join our clothes swap, too! 

Transform Old Jewellery into Something New

Taster Workshop £80pp

15th July 6 - 8pm, upstairs at Lemon & Jinja

Join Emily of The Metalsmith at Lemon & Jinja for an inspiring introduction to ethical jewellery, and give an unworn piece a brand new life.

This hands-on workshop begins with a conversation around sustainable jewellery: how to identify the pieces you already own, what to look for when buying jewellery, and how to thoughtfully repurpose items you no longer wear.

Please bring along a few pieces of jewellery to identify and work with during the session.

For the practical part of the workshop, you’ll melt down an old piece of jewellery and transform it into a beautifully simple pebble pendant - a meaningful keepsake made from something you already own. If you have a chain you’d like to pair it with, feel free to bring it along. Silver chains will also be available to purchase if needed.

This workshop is suitable for reworking both silver and 9ct yellow gold pieces. Emily will also have scrap silver available for anyone who doesn’t have jewellery to repurpose.

What to bring

Please come prepared with:

• A few old jewellery pieces to identify and/or repurpose

• A chain for your pendant (optional)

• A hair tie if you have long hair

• Glasses if needed for close-up work

• Clothes you don’t mind getting a little messy

For safety, please avoid synthetic fabrics, loose clothing, and open-toed shoes.

Please note

A small number of leather tools will be used during the workshop. These have been sourced second-hand, well-loved, or rescued from landfill wherever possible.

About Emily

Emily is a contemporary jeweller whose work explores themes of humanity while building the most ethical and sustainable practice possible. She holds a BA in Jewellery from University for the Creative Arts, and her work has been exhibited across the UK and internationally.

Based in Winchester, Emily works from her studio creating original collections, bespoke commissions, and teaching jewellery workshops.

Taster Workshop: £80pp

24th June 6 - 8pm, upstairs at Lemon & Jinja

Join Emily of The Metalsmith at Lemon & Jinja for an evening of creativity, craftsmanship, and conscious design and leave with your own handmade silver ring.

This hands-on taster workshop offers an introduction to the world of ethical jewellery, exploring what sustainable and responsibly sourced materials really mean, alongside some of the key initiatives to look out for.

You’ll then spend most of the session designing and creating your own sterling silver wrap ring, with plenty of freedom to make something that feels uniquely yours. And there’s an extra story behind the silver wire you’ll be using; its origins are a little unexpected.

What to bring

Please come prepared with:

• A hair tie if you have long hair

• Glasses, if you need them for close-up work

• Clothes you don’t mind getting a little messy

We recommend avoiding synthetic fabrics, loose or drapey clothing, and open-toed shoes for safety.

Please note

A small number of leather tools will be used during the workshop. These have been sourced second-hand, well-loved, or rescued from landfill wherever possible.

About Emily

Emily is a contemporary jeweller creating work that explores themes of humanity while building the most ethical and sustainable practice possible. She holds a BA in Jewellery from the University for the Creative Arts, and her work has been exhibited across the UK and internationally.

Based in Winchester, Emily works from her studio creating bespoke commissions, original collections, and teaching jewellery workshops.

Date: Wednesday 1st July
Time: 6 - 8pm
Location: Upstairs at Lemon & Jinja

Join Adele from Fig & Bramble for a relaxed, hands-on workshop celebrating the beauty of seasonal British flowers 🌸

Using a carefully curated selection of locally grown blooms and foliage, you’ll learn how to create your own beautiful table centrepiece with movement, texture, and Adele’s signature wildly romantic style.

Drawing on her background as a former environmental manager, Adele brings a thoughtful, sustainable approach to floristry, combining luxury design with foam-free, environmentally conscious techniques.

She’ll guide you step by step through:

• Colour and composition

• Working with seasonal flowers

• Foam-free arranging techniques

• Creating natural movement and texture

Perfect for complete beginners or anyone wanting a creative, calming evening surrounded by flowers ✨

All flowers, materials and your own bowl to take your arrangement home are included.

This will be a small, intimate workshop to ensure plenty of hands-on guidance and a relaxed, personal experience.

Tickets: £65
Spaces are limited

12:00 PM – 3:00 PM, Upstairs, Lemon and Jinja, Romsey. Unless otherwise stated, this event will take place upstairs and include clothing for both adults and children.

Discover pre-loved treasures and refresh your wardrobe sustainably! No need to bring clothes, but donations are welcome up to a week before the event. Leftover items are donated to local organisations, helping the community and reducing waste. Consider a ‘Pay It Forward’ ticket to support local Foodbank users. Adults and children’s clothing available. Enjoy refreshments from the café while browsing in a friendly, inclusive, eco-conscious space.

How It Works

• Tickets: Buy in advance or on the day. Show your ticket at the till to collect an entry stamp.

• Donations: Bring clothing up to one week in advance. All sizes welcome, except swimwear and underwear.

• Pay It Forward: Purchase an extra ticket to donate to the local Foodbank.

• Volunteering: Get in touch to help and enjoy free entry!

Event Details

Lemon and Jinja’s Clothes Swap is more than a wardrobe refresh - it’s a celebration of sustainability, community, and giving back. By swapping or donating clothes, you help reduce waste, extend the life of pre-loved items, and make a positive environmental impact. Leftover clothing is donated to local charities, ensuring nothing goes to waste.

FAQs

Do I need to bring clothes to participate?
No! Participation is open to everyone, with no obligation to donate.

How do I drop off clothes before the event?
Donations can be dropped off during the week leading up to the swap.

What happens to leftover clothes?
Items not taken are donated to local charity shops and organisations in need.

Do I need a ticket?
Advance tickets are recommended, but entry is available on the day.

Will there be food and drink?
Yes! The café and shop will be open during the event.

Cancellation Policy

• Cancellations 7+ days before: 100% refund.

• Cancellations 3–6 days before: 20% fee, remainder as store credit.

• Cancellations within 48 hours: 30% fee, remainder as store credit.

• If the event is cancelled by Lemon and Jinja, a full refund is issued or a new date offered.

Call 07375 557016 to cancel or discuss. Ask for Jesse Dugdale. By booking on to our workshops and events, you are virtually agreeing to this cancellation policy.

Photo by Erin Flood

SUPPER CLUB – THE FIRST IN OUR NEW SERIES 🌿

Bookings close Monday PM

Wednesday 17 June
6pm–9pm
Upstairs at Lemon & Jinja, Romsey
£50 per person

We’re so excited to welcome you to something brand new at Lemon & Jinja.

Our Supper Club is the beginning of a new series of relaxed evening dining experiences upstairs in our café space, created to bring together seasonal food, shared tables and good company in an intimate, welcoming setting.

To launch the very first one, we’re joining forces with our friends at Stone’s Throw. If you’ve been to our markets, you’ll know and love their pizzas already… but this evening is something different.

Expect a slower, more considered dining experience, inspired by bold Mediterranean flavours and built around sharing plates, seasonal ingredients, comforting dishes and a few indulgent sweet moments to finish.

This isn’t rushed dining. It’s an evening to settle in, pass plates across the table, and stay a little longer than planned.

Plants. Plates. People.
The first of many 💚

Vegan supper club!

FREE to attend!

Second Wednesday of the month, 10am-12pm

All Things Menopause! Drop-in.
Resourcing You, Resourcing Your Workplace

Jo will be at Lemon & Jinja on the second Wednesday of every month, sipping lovely coffee, ready to chat to anyone who wants to pop in and join her.

If you have specific questions about MENOPAUSE whether for yourself, your partner, or your workplace, Jo will be there to answer your questions.

If you need a listening ear or somewhere to download how it's impacting you, that's fine too. It'll be a safe place for you to do so.

Jo can help you find solutions and a way forward, whether that's related to you personally or your workplace.

If others are there too, you can chat together and support each other.

If no one comes in, that's fine, as Jo will be getting bits done, but we recommend you come to pick her brain!