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Folklore craft workshop

A free drop-in workshop exploring the folklore of water through drawing and writing games.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

In response to the work of the National Trust to re-wild rivers and ponds, artist Emily Simpson is creating a new mythological creature to protect these wetlands. Inspired by British folklore such as water sprites, mermaid pools, kelpies, Jenny Greenteeth and more, we’ll be thinking about how folklore can animate a landscape and perhaps help to conserve it in our imaginations.

The workshop will involve drawing and writing activities, suitable for all ages. This is a relaxed environment, so please stay for as little or long as you like.

All materials provided, no need to pre-book. This activity is free and normal admission applies.

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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

Suitable for all ages.

Meeting point

In the stables learning classroom

Accessibility

Access to the Stables Learning Classroom is via flat paths , a portion of this is grassy with additional matting for inclement weather. The room is on the ground floor and there are no steps.

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