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Summer Sundays: Afternoon Crafts (Church of Our Lady)

Pop through to the Church of Our Lady and join their team of talented artists for some heritage inspired creativity in the churchyard with family drop-in activities designed for all ages and abilities.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

This summer, thanks to funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, the Church of Our Lady is offering free family drop-in activities in the churchyard. Come along to find out more about the Ringing Through Time project and the fascinating history of the church.

19 July - Make paper stained glass windows with Jenny Dockett

2 August - Create your own embossed clay coat of arms with Huttly & Welch Creations

9 August - activity TBC

Children must be supervised.

Please note: This event is run and managed by the Church of Our Lady, which operates independently to the National Trust.

This activity is offered by the Church of Our Lady as part of the Ringing Through Time project, with thanks to National Lottery Heritage Fund and lottery players.

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