A lifelong crafter, Lynn specialises in creating bespoke miniature knitted Mice which make ideal gifts and keepsakes.
As a committed environmentalist Lynn endeavours to source her materials from local suppliers and makes sure that her work has minimal impact on the environment.
If you are looking for a unique gift for that someone special or even a bespoke wedding cake topper then get in touch with Lynn using the links below or check out her Facebook page.
Horton Road, Horton BS37 6QH
Tel: 07973 166692
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Michelle Dash is an artist based in Old Sodbury. Her small, friendly studio classes are ideal for beginners as well as those with some experience and anyone looking for a relaxed, non judgemental environment to make art, learn skills or maybe try something new. Michelle provides informal, individually tailored tuition to help you create your unique art projects.
Art Class
Thursday Mornings 10.30 – 1.00
Thursday Afternoons 2.00 – 4.30 from January 2025
Friday Afternoons 2.00 – 4.30
£20 per Session, including a range of art materials.
Pottery Class
Saturday Mornings 10.00 - 1.00
Weekly sessions £25. Includes all materials and firings
(One off sessions for small groups available. Contact Michelle for details.)
Learn various hand building techniques such as coiling, slab building, modelling and using simple moulds as well as decorating with beautiful glazes.
Please contact Michelle for further information and availability.
Tel: 07955 170321
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A professional photographer for over a decade, RichMcD specialises in commercial work, portraits (people and pets), weddings and photography tutorials.
RichMcD documents local life through his camera lens, creating a vast legacy of images for us all to enjoy, now and in the future. He also eats lots of ice-creams!
If you'd like to get in touch with Rich, click below to visit his website or check out his facebook page.
Tel: 07768 033097
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The Armstrong Arts Group (AAG) was created in 2019 as a result of the fund-raising effort to help redevelop the Armstrong Hall in Thornbury started in 2011 by Joan Hawkins, Daphne Ashton and Barbara Ray.
Its aims are to promote and maintain entertainment opportunities in Thornbury for all ages and interests for the benefit of Thornbury and the surrounding area in which individuals will be able to enjoy and appreciate various cultural and entertainment events.
In view of the closure of the Armstrong Hall Complex, any funds currently raised by the events organised by the group will be utilised to facilitate further cultural events and activities.
The programme organised by the AAG includes musical performances, drama productions and talks.
Tel: 01454 850933
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34 St Mary Street Thornbury, Thornbury BS35 2AT
Tel: 07522 555884
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3 Nailsworth Avenue, Yate BS37 4EH
Tel: 07895 187292
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There's fun for all the family at the Chipping Sodbury Festival, which runs for ten days each June. With around 50 events, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
We are a group of people interested in doing anything crafty or handmade. Come and join us for a chat, cuppa and bring your own crafting to do.
Join us at Cromhall Chapel on the second Tuesday of the month 7-9pm and at Cromhall Village Hall on the fourth Thursday of the month 6:30-9pm.
Tel: 07733 004585
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Swanland House, Horton
Tel: 07592 304911
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Based in Chipping Sodbury
Tel: 07891 207541
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Workshops held at The Chantry, 52 Castle Street, Thornbury BS35 1HB
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Part of Thornbury Arts Festival
The Severn Vale Art Trail represents the visual side of Thornbury Arts Festival and takes place just after the Arts Festival. The trail is an annual event running over the early May Bank Holiday for a period of up to 10 days.
The trail presents a wealth of talent by local artists and makers including paintings in oils, watercolour and pastel, ceramics and sculpture, prints and drawings, photography, jewellery, textiles, stained glass, and woodturning.
Each year hundreds of visitors spend days out in South Gloucestershire and Gloucestershire visiting the various Art Trail venues.
We usually meet on the 2nd Monday of the month at 2pm to watch a guest demonstrator create lovely flower arrangements, which are raffled off afterwards.
Practice Classes usually take place on the 4th Monday of the month, 1.30-3.30pm. At these classes we practise our own skills under the watchful eye of an experienced flower arranger and teacher.
St Mary’s Church Hall, Eastbury Close, off Eastbury Road, Thornbury BS35 1DR
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Our meetings are held at the Cossham Hall on the 4th Wednesday of each month except July, August and December and start at 7.30pm. We try to cater for all levels of quilters from beginners to the more experienced.
At present our membership list is full but visitors are welcome to attend our meetings, for which there is a fee of £3.50. Further details by email.
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We promote, encourage, and maintain an active interest in the science, art, and practice of photography, by means of talks, discussions, and practice. We are a friendly club and membership is open to all interested in photography. Although now predominantly digital, we still encompass film and slide. We meet every Monday 7.45-9.45pm.
Meetings at The Old Grammar School, Broad Street, Chipping Sodbury
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Shiralee Cottage, Wotton Road, Rangeworthy BS37 7LS
Tel: 07838 275713
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We are a welcoming society for people who enjoy learning about all aspects of Decorative and Fine Arts. Meetings are held generally on the third Monday in the month from October to June. Each lecture, which lasts approximately one hour, is given in the morning and afternoon. Non-members wishing to attend a lecture may be able to do so as a Guest.
In addition we arrange visits to places of historic and cultural interest and hold days of special interest. We have volunteers engaged on conservation and preservation projects and others involved in Church Recording.
Chipping Sodbury Town Hall, 57-59 Broad Street, Chipping Sodbury BS37 6AD
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Based in Thornbury
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For over 60 years our Thornbury Art Club has been a place for like-minded people who love to paint together and share experiences in a friendly atmosphere.
We invite you to come and try Thornbury Art Club, a welcoming community where individuals from diverse backgrounds come together to share their creative passions. Whether you have a long-standing interest in art or are completely new to it, you will find a place here. We hold Studio Groups on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. Here you can enjoy your painting and crafting in the company of fellow members, learning from one another, sharing stories and experiences that you won't find on any on-line platform. Non-Members are welcome to visit during our studio hours to see what we are up to and to ask about memberships in person.
Every 4th Tuesday of the month we hold an evening Club Night when a variety of professional artists will visit to demonstrate their art skills and style. During the tea break we can catch up with each other, chat to the artist about materials and techniques and items for sale. Non- members are welcome at just £6 on the door.
We have started a Saturday morning Sketchers Group where we meet outdoors for a relaxing sketching session then go on to have tea and coffee in a local cafe. We try to car share where possible. Our club is open to everyone, regardless of artistic experience or medium. Some of our members just paint for fun, while others are successfully running their own art businesses. Come and give us a try, we’re always keen to have new members.
St Mary's Church Hall, Eastbury Road, Thornbury BS35 1DR
Tel: 01454 414433
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Thornbury Arts Festival is one of the longest running multi-arts festivals in the country.
Entirely run by volunteers, the Festival is an established part of the Thornbury calendar and the organising committee is also responsible for the annual Thornbury Eisteddfod, and the Severn Vale Art Trail, which showcases the work of local artists.
The club welcomes photographers of all abilities. We meet at 7.30 for 7.45pm every Monday in the Games Room at Turnberrie's Community Centre, September to April, and have a reduced programme during the summer. The meetings are a mix of guest speakers, competitions and practical evenings. We run beginners courses, and students regularly join us for club meetings. If you would like more details, contact us, or come along to one of our meetings.
We are looking for people to join us on a Monday evening. If you enjoy painting, drawing or other portable crafts (whatever your ability or experience) then this may be for you.
The only requirements are that you are over 16 years old, enjoy art or crafts and can bring along your own project. There is no pressure; we are a relaxed, informal & sociable bunch of people who enjoy making art.
We meet 7–9pm every Monday (apart from bank holidays). It’s £5 per evening. For further information please click the link below or call or text Roz.
Ridgewood Community Centre, 244 Station Road, Yate BS37 4AF
Tel: 07941 946412
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The Centre aims to reflect the rich diversity of the Yate area’s cultural, historical, social and industrial past. This is achieved through a range of thought provoking and varied exhibitions, and a range of evening and day events including a regular series of quizzes, historical lectures and other one-off events.
Free admission - everyone welcome. Open Tuesday - Thursday and Saturdays, 10.30am-4.30pm
Click here for more information on the Heritage Centre.
Church Road, Yate BS37 5BG
Tel: 01454 862200
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