A table of craft materials with children's hands making sculptures using wire and wool

Family Workshops

Notices

The Turnpike Gallery regularly hosts free drop-in art & craft workshops for families. Come along to meet an artist and try new creative activities inspired by our exhibitions, local heritage and environment. Suitable for families with children aged 5 and over.

Saturday Family Workshops at The Turnpike Gallery

Our free drop-in Saturday art sessions for families continue throughout 2026. Suitable for everyone aged 5 and over, children must be supervised by an adult at all times. More details to follow, but here are the dates:

  • Saturday 24th January, 10.30 to 12.30
  • Saturday 28th February, 10.30 to 12.30
  • Saturday 28th March, 10.30 to 12.30.

February half term at The Turnpike Gallery

Fun creative activities with an artist during half term! Suitable for families with children aged 5 and over, booking essential via Eventbrite.

  • Tuesday 17th Februay, 10.30am to 12.30pm
  • Wednesday 18th February, 10.30am to 12.30pm
  • Thursday 19th February, 10.30am to 12.30pm.

Turnpike Print Tour

There will be more free printmaking workshops taking place from February to July 2026 as part of Make. Believe.

Keep an eye on this page for upcoming event announcements.