Workshops

Angela Reed (Creative Calligraphy) continues her popular calligraphy workshops with an introduction to gothic lettering. Suitable for beginners and those with previous experience, this course starts with simple pen techniques, moving on to letter formation and writing words and sentences in gothic black letter script and its variations. Booking is essential as places are strictly limited to 15 people.

Wednesday 22nd May – Wednesday 17th July
No sessions on Wednesday 29th May, Wednesday 5th June or Wednesday 3rd July
10am – 12pm
St Hilda’s Pit Head, Henry Robson Way, South Shields NE33 1RB
£3 per session

To book your place onto the workshops please email booking@theculturalspring.org.uk or call 0191 427 8197, unless otherwise specified.

We advise booking early to guarantee your place as many of our activities have limited spaces. All ages are welcome on our workshops, but under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.

In order to make our activities as accessible as possible we heavily subsidise the cost to attend. There is a voluntary donation to help support the costs of the artists, venues, materials and transport. If you’re not able to make the voluntary donation you’re still welcome to join us.

Join this Creative Crafts course which will include creating needle spring felted pictures, designing your own jewellery and exploring how to make mosaic birdhouse, spring glass wind chimes and clay garden ornaments.

Wednesday 22nd May – Wednesday 17th July
No session on Wednesday 29th May
10am – 12pm
Perth Green Community Association, Inverness Road, Jarrow NE32 4AQ
£2 per session

To book your place onto the workshops please email booking@theculturalspring.org.uk or call 0191 427 8197, unless otherwise specified.

We advise booking early to guarantee your place as many of our activities have limited spaces. All ages are welcome on our workshops, but under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.

In order to make our activities as accessible as possible, we heavily subsidise the cost to attend. There is a voluntary donation to help support the costs of the artists, venues, materials and transport. If you’re not able to make the voluntary donation you’re still welcome to join us.

Pop along to Parker Trust where they will be doing their creative gardening project and recycling tyres to display across the community and in your own gardens.

Thursday 25th April – Thursday 27th June

11am – 1pm

Parker Trust, 25 Kayll Road, Sunderland SR4 7TW

Free

These activities are supported by Sunderland City Council’s Strategic Initiative Budget. Sessions are open to all, but priority will be given to people living in the local wards of St Anne’s (Pennywell and South Hylton), Sandhill and Pallion. To book a place please email  booking@theculturalspring.org.uk or call 0191 427 8197. You’re also welcome to drop in as well.

Join photographic artist Jo Howell for her Photo Club. The workshops are a friendly, relaxed environment for you to work together to improve your photography skills. You will continuously go over technical elements, do small photographic homework challenges and use critical reviews to discover what a great photograph is. The workshops are all about combining practical learning with fun. To gain the most out of the photo club you should attend with a digital SLR camera (having a full manual option is preferred), a tripod, good walking boots and bring water to drink.

Every fortnight from Friday 31st May
6.30pm – 8.30pm
Jo Howell’s Studio, Whickham Street, Sunderland
There is on street parking but please also be aware that this site has no disabled access
£3 per session

To book your place onto the workshops please email booking@theculturalspring.org.uk or call 0191 427 8197, unless otherwise specified.

We advise booking early to guarantee your place as many of our activities have limited spaces. All ages are welcome on our workshops, but under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.

In order to make our activities as accessible as possible we heavily subsidise the cost to attend. There is a voluntary donation to help support the costs of the artists, venues, materials and transport. If you’re not able to make the voluntary donation you’re still welcome to join us.

Join Theatre Space North East at this friendly and welcoming group to explore theatre skills and performance in a practical and fun way. Each week you will work with different scripts and build a range of skills and experiences working towards the opportunity to perform at the end of the term.

Sunday 19th May – Sunday 7th July
2pm – 4pm
Grindon Church Community Project, Grindon URC Church, Galway Square, Grindon SR4 8JZ
£2 per session

To book your place onto the workshops please email booking@theculturalspring.org.uk or call 0191 427 8197, unless otherwise specified.

We advise booking early to guarantee your place as many of our activities have limited spaces. All ages are welcome on our workshops, but under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.

In order to make our activities as accessible as possible we heavily subsidise the cost to attend. There is a voluntary donation to help support the costs of the artists, venues, materials and transport. If you’re not able to make the voluntary donation you’re still welcome to join us.

Can you tell a tale down the pub? Do you enjoy making up stories for your family? Ever wanted to develop your storytelling skills? Join Alan Parkinson for an introduction to storytelling and creative writing. This workshop will take the natural storytelling talent we all have, adding structure and a few tricks of the trade to create compelling short stories. No prior experience needed.

Monday 3rd June – Monday 1st July
9.30am – 11.30am
Kayll Road Library, Kayll Road, Sunderland SR4 7TW
Free

Learn to play the ukulele in a fun and welcoming environment in these classes suitable for beginners. If you have your own ukulele make sure you bring it along with you, if not you can loan one (for a small deposit).

Tuesday 4th June – Tuesday 9th July
10.30am – 12.30pm
High Grindon House, Grindon Lane, Sunderland SR4 8HH
Free

If you enjoy singing, and have wanted to join a choir but not had the confidence to, then this group could be for you. Learn the foundations of group and harmony singing in a relaxed, informal environment. This “Find Your Voice” style session is designed to help you explore your vocal range and will lift your spirits. No experience is required and there’ll also be tea and biscuits.

Monday 3rd June – Monday 22nd July
1pm – 3pm
Perth Green Community Association, Inverness Road, Jarrow NE32 4AQ
£2 per session

To book your place onto the workshops please email booking@theculturalspring.org.uk or call 0191 427 8197, unless otherwise specified.

We advise booking early to guarantee your place as many of our activities have limited spaces. All ages are welcome on our workshops, but under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.

In order to make our activities as accessible as possible we heavily subsidise the cost to attend. There is a voluntary donation to help support the costs of the artists, venues, materials and transport. If you’re not able to make the voluntary donation you’re still welcome to join us.

Come along for some social singing sessions led by Jennie Brewis (The Cornshed Sisters/Pop Choir Project). Social Singing is a chance to sing a mixture of pop, gospel and folk from around the world. Join in with a lovely welcoming environment to sing together and learn more about your voice.

Tuesday mornings
10am – 11.30am
Back on the Map, Carnegie Community Corner,67 Toward Road, Sunderland SR2 8JG
£2 per session

To book your place onto the workshops please email booking@theculturalspring.org.uk or call 0191 427 8197, unless otherwise specified.

We advise booking early to guarantee your place as many of our activities have limited spaces. All ages are welcome on our workshops, but under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.

In order to make our activities as accessible as possible we heavily subsidise the cost to attend. There is a voluntary donation to help support the costs of the artists, venues, materials and transport. If you’re not able to make the voluntary donation you’re still welcome to join us.

Join Wayne Noble at Parker Trust to create some new unique pieces of furniture in our Upcycling sessions. You can bring your own item or pick something from the Parker Trust’s storage which could include tables, chairs, drawers and more. All are welcome and no previous experience is necessary. Please dress in old clothes as you will be using paints and varnishes.

Tuesday 28th May – Tuesday 30th July
11am – 1pm
Parker Trust, 25 Kayll Road, Sunderland SR4 7TW
£2 per session

To book your place onto the workshops please email booking@theculturalspring.org.uk or call 0191 427 8197, unless otherwise specified.

We advise booking early to guarantee your place as many of our activities have limited spaces. All ages are welcome on our workshops, but under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.

In order to make our activities as accessible as possible we heavily subsidise the cost to attend. There is a voluntary donation to help support the costs of the artists, venues, materials and transport. If you’re not able to make the voluntary donation you’re still welcome to join us.

Hendon Writing Group have been meeting at Back on the Map for over two years, exploring different approaches to creative writing. This term, you will be focusing on very short fiction, from Hemingway’s famous 6-word story to patchwork collections. By focusing on very short work, you’ll have the chance to develop that most elusive writing skill… finishing!

Every fortnight from Tuesday 7th May – Tuesday 16th July
1pm – 3pm
Back on the Map, Carnegie Community Corner, 67 Toward Road, Sunderland SR2 8JG
£2 per session

To book your place onto the workshops please email booking@theculturalspring.org.uk or call 0191 427 8197, unless otherwise specified.

We advise booking early to guarantee your place as many of our activities have limited spaces. All ages are welcome on our workshops, but under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.

In order to make our activities as accessible as possible we heavily subsidise the cost to attend. There is a voluntary donation to help support the costs of the artists, venues, materials and transport. If you’re not able to make the voluntary donation you’re still welcome to join us.

Programmed in association with Curious Arts.

Where everyone is welcome, and every story is fabulous! Join Ben and their Grandma Gladys for a storytime like no other…
Forget traditional tales and enter a place where storybook adventures break the norms and imagination is unlimited.

Duration: 50 minutes
Age Recommendation: 3 – 7 years / suitable for families

Wednesday 3rd July
10am
The Customs House, Mill Dam, South Shields NE33 1ES
Pay what you decide

Wednesday 3rd July
2pm
FANS Museum, Northern Gateway, Sunderland SR5 1AP
Pay what you decide

Both performances are followed by a Curious Creative Craft session (included in price).

To book your place onto the workshops please email booking@theculturalspring.org.uk or call 0191 427 8197, unless otherwise specified.
We advise booking early to guarantee your place as many of our activities have limited spaces. All ages are welcome on our workshops, but under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.

In order to make our activities as accessible as possible we heavily subsidise the cost to attend. There is a voluntary donation to help support the costs of the artists, venues, materials and transport. If you’re not able to make the voluntary donation you’re still welcome to join us.

Join this Creative Crafts course which will include creating needle spring felted pictures, designing your own jewellery and exploring how to make mosaic birdhouse, spring glass wind chimes and clay garden ornaments.

Wednesday 22nd May – Wednesday 17th July
No session on Wednesday 29th May
10am – 12pm
Perth Green Community Association, Inverness Road, Jarrow NE32 4AQ
£2 per session

To book your place onto the workshops please email booking@theculturalspring.org.uk or call 0191 427 8197, unless otherwise specified.

We advise booking early to guarantee your place as many of our activities have limited spaces. All ages are welcome on our workshops, but under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.

In order to make our activities as accessible as possible, we heavily subsidise the cost to attend. There is a voluntary donation to help support the costs of the artists, venues, materials and transport. If you’re not able to make the voluntary donation you’re still welcome to join us.

Programmed in association with Curious Arts.

Where everyone is welcome, and every story is fabulous! Join Ben and their Grandma Gladys for a storytime like no other…
Forget traditional tales and enter a place where storybook adventures break the norms and imagination is unlimited.

Duration: 50 minutes
Age Recommendation: 3 – 7 years / suitable for families

Wednesday 3rd July
10am
The Customs House, Mill Dam, South Shields NE33 1ES
Pay what you decide

Wednesday 3rd July
2pm
FANS Museum, Northern Gateway, Sunderland SR5 1AP
Pay what you decide

Both performances are followed by a Curious Creative Craft session (included in price).

To book your place onto the workshops please email booking@theculturalspring.org.uk or call 0191 427 8197, unless otherwise specified.
We advise booking early to guarantee your place as many of our activities have limited spaces. All ages are welcome on our workshops, but under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.

In order to make our activities as accessible as possible we heavily subsidise the cost to attend. There is a voluntary donation to help support the costs of the artists, venues, materials and transport. If you’re not able to make the voluntary donation you’re still welcome to join us.

Join Theatre Space North East at this friendly and welcoming group to explore theatre skills and performance in a practical and fun way. Each week you will work with different scripts and build a range of skills and experiences working towards the opportunity to perform at the end of the term.

Sunday 19th May – Sunday 7th July
2pm – 4pm
Grindon Church Community Project, Grindon URC Church, Galway Square, Grindon SR4 8JZ
£2 per session

To book your place onto the workshops please email booking@theculturalspring.org.uk or call 0191 427 8197, unless otherwise specified.

We advise booking early to guarantee your place as many of our activities have limited spaces. All ages are welcome on our workshops, but under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.

In order to make our activities as accessible as possible we heavily subsidise the cost to attend. There is a voluntary donation to help support the costs of the artists, venues, materials and transport. If you’re not able to make the voluntary donation you’re still welcome to join us.

Learn to play the ukulele in a fun and welcoming environment in these classes suitable for beginners. If you have your own ukulele make sure you bring it along with you, if not you can loan one (for a small deposit).

Tuesday 4th June – Tuesday 9th July
10.30am – 12.30pm
High Grindon House, Grindon Lane, Sunderland SR4 8HH
Free

If you enjoy singing, and have wanted to join a choir but not had the confidence to, then this group could be for you. Learn the foundations of group and harmony singing in a relaxed, informal environment. This “Find Your Voice” style session is designed to help you explore your vocal range and will lift your spirits. No experience is required and there’ll also be tea and biscuits.

Monday 3rd June – Monday 22nd July
1pm – 3pm
Perth Green Community Association, Inverness Road, Jarrow NE32 4AQ
£2 per session

To book your place onto the workshops please email booking@theculturalspring.org.uk or call 0191 427 8197, unless otherwise specified.

We advise booking early to guarantee your place as many of our activities have limited spaces. All ages are welcome on our workshops, but under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.

In order to make our activities as accessible as possible we heavily subsidise the cost to attend. There is a voluntary donation to help support the costs of the artists, venues, materials and transport. If you’re not able to make the voluntary donation you’re still welcome to join us.

Come along for some social singing sessions led by Jennie Brewis (The Cornshed Sisters/Pop Choir Project). Social Singing is a chance to sing a mixture of pop, gospel and folk from around the world. Join in with a lovely welcoming environment to sing together and learn more about your voice.

Tuesday mornings
10am – 11.30am
Back on the Map, Carnegie Community Corner,67 Toward Road, Sunderland SR2 8JG
£2 per session

To book your place onto the workshops please email booking@theculturalspring.org.uk or call 0191 427 8197, unless otherwise specified.

We advise booking early to guarantee your place as many of our activities have limited spaces. All ages are welcome on our workshops, but under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.

In order to make our activities as accessible as possible we heavily subsidise the cost to attend. There is a voluntary donation to help support the costs of the artists, venues, materials and transport. If you’re not able to make the voluntary donation you’re still welcome to join us.

Join Wayne Noble at Parker Trust to create some new unique pieces of furniture in our Upcycling sessions. You can bring your own item or pick something from the Parker Trust’s storage which could include tables, chairs, drawers and more. All are welcome and no previous experience is necessary. Please dress in old clothes as you will be using paints and varnishes.

Tuesday 28th May – Tuesday 30th July
11am – 1pm
Parker Trust, 25 Kayll Road, Sunderland SR4 7TW
£2 per session

To book your place onto the workshops please email booking@theculturalspring.org.uk or call 0191 427 8197, unless otherwise specified.

We advise booking early to guarantee your place as many of our activities have limited spaces. All ages are welcome on our workshops, but under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.

In order to make our activities as accessible as possible we heavily subsidise the cost to attend. There is a voluntary donation to help support the costs of the artists, venues, materials and transport. If you’re not able to make the voluntary donation you’re still welcome to join us.

Join this Creative Crafts course which will include creating needle spring felted pictures, designing your own jewellery and exploring how to make mosaic birdhouse, spring glass wind chimes and clay garden ornaments.

Wednesday 22nd May – Wednesday 17th July
No session on Wednesday 29th May
10am – 12pm
Perth Green Community Association, Inverness Road, Jarrow NE32 4AQ
£2 per session

To book your place onto the workshops please email booking@theculturalspring.org.uk or call 0191 427 8197, unless otherwise specified.

We advise booking early to guarantee your place as many of our activities have limited spaces. All ages are welcome on our workshops, but under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.

In order to make our activities as accessible as possible, we heavily subsidise the cost to attend. There is a voluntary donation to help support the costs of the artists, venues, materials and transport. If you’re not able to make the voluntary donation you’re still welcome to join us.

Angela Reed (Creative Calligraphy) continues her popular calligraphy workshops with an introduction to gothic lettering. Suitable for beginners and those with previous experience, this course starts with simple pen techniques, moving on to letter formation and writing words and sentences in gothic black letter script and its variations. Booking is essential as places are strictly limited to 15 people.

Wednesday 22nd May – Wednesday 17th July
No sessions on Wednesday 29th May, Wednesday 5th June or Wednesday 3rd July
10am – 12pm
St Hilda’s Pit Head, Henry Robson Way, South Shields NE33 1RB
£3 per session

To book your place onto the workshops please email booking@theculturalspring.org.uk or call 0191 427 8197, unless otherwise specified.

We advise booking early to guarantee your place as many of our activities have limited spaces. All ages are welcome on our workshops, but under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.

In order to make our activities as accessible as possible we heavily subsidise the cost to attend. There is a voluntary donation to help support the costs of the artists, venues, materials and transport. If you’re not able to make the voluntary donation you’re still welcome to join us.

Join photographic artist Jo Howell for her Photo Club. The workshops are a friendly, relaxed environment for you to work together to improve your photography skills. You will continuously go over technical elements, do small photographic homework challenges and use critical reviews to discover what a great photograph is. The workshops are all about combining practical learning with fun. To gain the most out of the photo club you should attend with a digital SLR camera (having a full manual option is preferred), a tripod, good walking boots and bring water to drink.

Every fortnight from Friday 31st May
6.30pm – 8.30pm
Jo Howell’s Studio, Whickham Street, Sunderland
There is on street parking but please also be aware that this site has no disabled access
£3 per session

To book your place onto the workshops please email booking@theculturalspring.org.uk or call 0191 427 8197, unless otherwise specified.

We advise booking early to guarantee your place as many of our activities have limited spaces. All ages are welcome on our workshops, but under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.

In order to make our activities as accessible as possible we heavily subsidise the cost to attend. There is a voluntary donation to help support the costs of the artists, venues, materials and transport. If you’re not able to make the voluntary donation you’re still welcome to join us.

If you enjoy singing, and have wanted to join a choir but not had the confidence to, then this group could be for you. Learn the foundations of group and harmony singing in a relaxed, informal environment. This “Find Your Voice” style session is designed to help you explore your vocal range and will lift your spirits. No experience is required and there’ll also be tea and biscuits.

Monday 3rd June – Monday 22nd July
1pm – 3pm
Perth Green Community Association, Inverness Road, Jarrow NE32 4AQ
£2 per session

To book your place onto the workshops please email booking@theculturalspring.org.uk or call 0191 427 8197, unless otherwise specified.

We advise booking early to guarantee your place as many of our activities have limited spaces. All ages are welcome on our workshops, but under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.

In order to make our activities as accessible as possible we heavily subsidise the cost to attend. There is a voluntary donation to help support the costs of the artists, venues, materials and transport. If you’re not able to make the voluntary donation you’re still welcome to join us.

Join Wayne Noble at Parker Trust to create some new unique pieces of furniture in our Upcycling sessions. You can bring your own item or pick something from the Parker Trust’s storage which could include tables, chairs, drawers and more. All are welcome and no previous experience is necessary. Please dress in old clothes as you will be using paints and varnishes.

Tuesday 28th May – Tuesday 30th July
11am – 1pm
Parker Trust, 25 Kayll Road, Sunderland SR4 7TW
£2 per session

To book your place onto the workshops please email booking@theculturalspring.org.uk or call 0191 427 8197, unless otherwise specified.

We advise booking early to guarantee your place as many of our activities have limited spaces. All ages are welcome on our workshops, but under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.

In order to make our activities as accessible as possible we heavily subsidise the cost to attend. There is a voluntary donation to help support the costs of the artists, venues, materials and transport. If you’re not able to make the voluntary donation you’re still welcome to join us.

Hendon Writing Group have been meeting at Back on the Map for over two years, exploring different approaches to creative writing. This term, you will be focusing on very short fiction, from Hemingway’s famous 6-word story to patchwork collections. By focusing on very short work, you’ll have the chance to develop that most elusive writing skill… finishing!

Every fortnight from Tuesday 7th May – Tuesday 16th July
1pm – 3pm
Back on the Map, Carnegie Community Corner, 67 Toward Road, Sunderland SR2 8JG
£2 per session

To book your place onto the workshops please email booking@theculturalspring.org.uk or call 0191 427 8197, unless otherwise specified.

We advise booking early to guarantee your place as many of our activities have limited spaces. All ages are welcome on our workshops, but under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.

In order to make our activities as accessible as possible we heavily subsidise the cost to attend. There is a voluntary donation to help support the costs of the artists, venues, materials and transport. If you’re not able to make the voluntary donation you’re still welcome to join us.

Angela Reed (Creative Calligraphy) continues her popular calligraphy workshops with an introduction to gothic lettering. Suitable for beginners and those with previous experience, this course starts with simple pen techniques, moving on to letter formation and writing words and sentences in gothic black letter script and its variations. Booking is essential as places are strictly limited to 15 people.

Wednesday 22nd May – Wednesday 17th July
No sessions on Wednesday 29th May, Wednesday 5th June or Wednesday 3rd July
10am – 12pm
St Hilda’s Pit Head, Henry Robson Way, South Shields NE33 1RB
£3 per session

To book your place onto the workshops please email booking@theculturalspring.org.uk or call 0191 427 8197, unless otherwise specified.

We advise booking early to guarantee your place as many of our activities have limited spaces. All ages are welcome on our workshops, but under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.

In order to make our activities as accessible as possible we heavily subsidise the cost to attend. There is a voluntary donation to help support the costs of the artists, venues, materials and transport. If you’re not able to make the voluntary donation you’re still welcome to join us.

If you enjoy singing, and have wanted to join a choir but not had the confidence to, then this group could be for you. Learn the foundations of group and harmony singing in a relaxed, informal environment. This “Find Your Voice” style session is designed to help you explore your vocal range and will lift your spirits. No experience is required and there’ll also be tea and biscuits.

Monday 3rd June – Monday 22nd July
1pm – 3pm
Perth Green Community Association, Inverness Road, Jarrow NE32 4AQ
£2 per session

To book your place onto the workshops please email booking@theculturalspring.org.uk or call 0191 427 8197, unless otherwise specified.

We advise booking early to guarantee your place as many of our activities have limited spaces. All ages are welcome on our workshops, but under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.

In order to make our activities as accessible as possible we heavily subsidise the cost to attend. There is a voluntary donation to help support the costs of the artists, venues, materials and transport. If you’re not able to make the voluntary donation you’re still welcome to join us.

Join Wayne Noble at Parker Trust to create some new unique pieces of furniture in our Upcycling sessions. You can bring your own item or pick something from the Parker Trust’s storage which could include tables, chairs, drawers and more. All are welcome and no previous experience is necessary. Please dress in old clothes as you will be using paints and varnishes.

Tuesday 28th May – Tuesday 30th July
11am – 1pm
Parker Trust, 25 Kayll Road, Sunderland SR4 7TW
£2 per session

To book your place onto the workshops please email booking@theculturalspring.org.uk or call 0191 427 8197, unless otherwise specified.

We advise booking early to guarantee your place as many of our activities have limited spaces. All ages are welcome on our workshops, but under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.

In order to make our activities as accessible as possible we heavily subsidise the cost to attend. There is a voluntary donation to help support the costs of the artists, venues, materials and transport. If you’re not able to make the voluntary donation you’re still welcome to join us.

Join photographic artist Jo Howell for her Photo Club. The workshops are a friendly, relaxed environment for you to work together to improve your photography skills. You will continuously go over technical elements, do small photographic homework challenges and use critical reviews to discover what a great photograph is. The workshops are all about combining practical learning with fun. To gain the most out of the photo club you should attend with a digital SLR camera (having a full manual option is preferred), a tripod, good walking boots and bring water to drink.

Every fortnight from Friday 31st May
6.30pm – 8.30pm
Jo Howell’s Studio, Whickham Street, Sunderland
There is on street parking but please also be aware that this site has no disabled access
£3 per session

To book your place onto the workshops please email booking@theculturalspring.org.uk or call 0191 427 8197, unless otherwise specified.

We advise booking early to guarantee your place as many of our activities have limited spaces. All ages are welcome on our workshops, but under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.

In order to make our activities as accessible as possible we heavily subsidise the cost to attend. There is a voluntary donation to help support the costs of the artists, venues, materials and transport. If you’re not able to make the voluntary donation you’re still welcome to join us.

Join Wayne Noble at Parker Trust to create some new unique pieces of furniture in our Upcycling sessions. You can bring your own item or pick something from the Parker Trust’s storage which could include tables, chairs, drawers and more. All are welcome and no previous experience is necessary. Please dress in old clothes as you will be using paints and varnishes.

Tuesday 28th May – Tuesday 30th July
11am – 1pm
Parker Trust, 25 Kayll Road, Sunderland SR4 7TW
£2 per session

To book your place onto the workshops please email booking@theculturalspring.org.uk or call 0191 427 8197, unless otherwise specified.

We advise booking early to guarantee your place as many of our activities have limited spaces. All ages are welcome on our workshops, but under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.

In order to make our activities as accessible as possible we heavily subsidise the cost to attend. There is a voluntary donation to help support the costs of the artists, venues, materials and transport. If you’re not able to make the voluntary donation you’re still welcome to join us.

Join photographic artist Jo Howell for her Photo Club. The workshops are a friendly, relaxed environment for you to work together to improve your photography skills. You will continuously go over technical elements, do small photographic homework challenges and use critical reviews to discover what a great photograph is. The workshops are all about combining practical learning with fun. To gain the most out of the photo club you should attend with a digital SLR camera (having a full manual option is preferred), a tripod, good walking boots and bring water to drink.

Every fortnight from Friday 31st May
6.30pm – 8.30pm
Jo Howell’s Studio, Whickham Street, Sunderland
There is on street parking but please also be aware that this site has no disabled access
£3 per session

To book your place onto the workshops please email booking@theculturalspring.org.uk or call 0191 427 8197, unless otherwise specified.

We advise booking early to guarantee your place as many of our activities have limited spaces. All ages are welcome on our workshops, but under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.

In order to make our activities as accessible as possible we heavily subsidise the cost to attend. There is a voluntary donation to help support the costs of the artists, venues, materials and transport. If you’re not able to make the voluntary donation you’re still welcome to join us.

Join photographic artist Jo Howell for her Photo Club. The workshops are a friendly, relaxed environment for you to work together to improve your photography skills. You will continuously go over technical elements, do small photographic homework challenges and use critical reviews to discover what a great photograph is. The workshops are all about combining practical learning with fun. To gain the most out of the photo club you should attend with a digital SLR camera (having a full manual option is preferred), a tripod, good walking boots and bring water to drink.

Every fortnight from Friday 31st May
6.30pm – 8.30pm
Jo Howell’s Studio, Whickham Street, Sunderland
There is on street parking but please also be aware that this site has no disabled access
£3 per session

To book your place onto the workshops please email booking@theculturalspring.org.uk or call 0191 427 8197, unless otherwise specified.

We advise booking early to guarantee your place as many of our activities have limited spaces. All ages are welcome on our workshops, but under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.

In order to make our activities as accessible as possible we heavily subsidise the cost to attend. There is a voluntary donation to help support the costs of the artists, venues, materials and transport. If you’re not able to make the voluntary donation you’re still welcome to join us.

Join photographic artist Jo Howell for her Photo Club. The workshops are a friendly, relaxed environment for you to work together to improve your photography skills. You will continuously go over technical elements, do small photographic homework challenges and use critical reviews to discover what a great photograph is. The workshops are all about combining practical learning with fun. To gain the most out of the photo club you should attend with a digital SLR camera (having a full manual option is preferred), a tripod, good walking boots and bring water to drink.

Every fortnight from Friday 31st May
6.30pm – 8.30pm
Jo Howell’s Studio, Whickham Street, Sunderland
There is on street parking but please also be aware that this site has no disabled access
£3 per session

To book your place onto the workshops please email booking@theculturalspring.org.uk or call 0191 427 8197, unless otherwise specified.

We advise booking early to guarantee your place as many of our activities have limited spaces. All ages are welcome on our workshops, but under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult.

In order to make our activities as accessible as possible we heavily subsidise the cost to attend. There is a voluntary donation to help support the costs of the artists, venues, materials and transport. If you’re not able to make the voluntary donation you’re still welcome to join us.