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Creating crafty creatures!

Get crafty with The Knotted Project Theatre Company during half-term at Tabitha Twitchit's Bookshop in Hawkshead!

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event

Join The Knotted Project Theatre Company to get crafty and create curious creatures inspired by Beatrix Potter's characters. You will have the chance to create puppets, masks and costumes inspired by the natural world and some amazing animals!

These workshops are free of charge and open to anyone who wants to drop in and get creative during the holidays.

Times

The basics

Suitability

Recommended age 3+ all children must be accompanied by an adult.

Meeting point

This event will be held upstairs in Tabitha Twitchit's Bookshop. Parking is available in the nearby public car park, which is approximately a five-minute walk away.

What to bring and wear

Please wear suitable clothing and footwear for the weather.

Accessibility

We regret that this event is not accessible due to the stairs of the building. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.

Contact info

Tabitha Twitchit's Bookshop

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