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Make a woven dream catcher

Make your own woven dream catcher to help you count sheep while you sleep.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Gawthorpe Hall has all sorts of crafty techniques on display in its textile exhibits. Get hands on with this woolly half term craft, making your own woven dream catcher. Find the wool colour that you like and then weave it together to make a dream catcher that’s as bright and individual as you.

Drop-in activity 12pm – 4pm, included in admission to the Hall.

This event is in the Nursery on second floor of Gawthorpe Hall, accessed by the main staircase. Due to the historic nature of the building, there is no lift.

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Family friendly event

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This event is in the Nursery on second floor of Gawthorpe Hall, accessed by the main staircase. Due to the historic nature of the building, there is no lift.

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Lancashire County Council

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