It is said that a picture is worth a thousand words. In this relaxed, experimental writing workshop, we’re going to put that to the test! Using images as starting points, alongside themes, we will explore writing stories and poetry. There are no rules about what or how you write; just come along, have a play…
Mindfulness and Resilience Programme for families, a four-month journey where families will gain a deeper understanding of how the mind works and explore why we think, feel, and behave in certain ways. Through gentle guidance and shared experiences, both parents and children will begin to recognise patterns in their thoughts and emotions. This growing awareness…
Visit the following website to view more details: Mental Health improvement in Norfolk - the Clubhouse Way
Suicide Prevention Explore, Ask, Keep Safe An introduction to Suicide Prevention skills. Key objectives: To consider the attitudes, myths and stigma that surround suicide To recognise and explore the ‘signs’ that may indicate someone is having thoughts of suicide To encourage an open, safe and sensitive conversation about suicide with a person having thoughts of…
Join us at Carrow House on Saturday 12th September for a creative day celebrating clay, community and the heritage of our historic building. Visitors will be invited to make or paint a tile inspired by Carrow House, Norwich’s history, and the patterns, stories and textures found in heritage buildings. The tiles created during the day…
Turn pre-loved denim and fabrics into stunning earrings. No experience needed, just bring creativity and leave wearing something beautiful. Turn pre-loved denim and recycled fabrics into stunning handmade earrings in this fun and creative workshop. Whether you’re crafty or completely new to making jewellery, no experience is needed - just bring your imagination and enjoy…
Step inside Level 5 Studios at Carrow House for a rare glimpse into the creative practice of our 28 Carrow House Creatives members. These special studio tours invite you to explore working spaces, meet artists and makers, and experience live demonstrations of heritage crafts, art, and printing. Discover a vibrant creative hub in action: watch…
Join textiles artist and tutor Sam Nockolds at Level 5 Studios for a hands-on introduction to heritage sewing skills rooted in everyday life. This relaxed and welcoming session invites participants to explore a variety of traditional hand stitching techniques once essential for maintaining and embellishing clothing and household fabrics. From decorative embroidery to practical repair…
Help create collaborative artworks from donated chocolate and cocoa packaging. Inspired by “Everyday Histories”, these workshops at Carrow House explore links between daily chocolate use and cocoa-growing communities worldwide. This collaborative workshop project invites the public to help create wrapper collages inspired by cocoa-growing landscapes, cocoa communities and the hidden global connections behind everyday chocolate…
🍊✨REWILD WELLBEING SOCIAL @CarrowHouse Orangery Sun 13th Sep 2-3:30pm Getting out our pens, paintbrushes and tools with the back to school buzz and enjoying a 'back to you’ self care afternoon, learning new skills and embedding healthy happy routines altogether. 🎨✨ COMMUNITY ART @RachelDuffieldArt will be offering a taster into her transformative art-making for wellbeing…
Join Hannah of Wheely Good Crochet, a member of Carrow House Creatives, for a relaxed and welcoming introduction to one of crochet’s most iconic techniques. In this one-hour workshop, you’ll learn how to create a traditional granny square - a versatile and accessible starting point for anyone new to crochet. Guided step-by-step, Hannah will demonstrate…
Learn how to make your own linocut prints in this workshop for complete beginners. Discover more of what lies behind the doors of Old Carrow House with these engaging heritage tours led by The Shoebox Experience. Each visit offers a glimpse into the lives of the Colman family, whose influence helped shape Norwich through innovation,…
Learn how to make your own linocut prints in this workshop for complete beginners. Discover more of what lies behind the doors of Old Carrow House with these engaging heritage tours led by The Shoebox Experience. Each visit offers a glimpse into the lives of the Colman family, whose influence helped shape Norwich through innovation,…
Step inside Level 5 Studios at Carrow House for a rare glimpse into the creative practice of our 28 Carrow House Creatives members. These special studio tours invite you to explore working spaces, meet artists and makers, and experience live demonstrations of heritage crafts, art, and printing. Discover a vibrant creative hub in action: watch…
Join Stephanie Cubbin and Claire Robertson of Level 5 Studios for a relaxed and hands-on introduction to experimental printmaking. Working in a small group around a shared studio table, this workshop offers a welcoming space to explore the traditional intaglio process using contemporary materials and a compact craft press. You’ll be guided through each stage…
This session is all about bringing your sculptures to life with colour, texture and finish. You’ll have full access to our range of glazes, underglazes and oxides, with guidance on how to layer, combine and push them in different ways. We’ll cover the basics, then give you the freedom to play. Think bold colour, subtle…
An exploration of cocoa in everyday life at Carrow House. From chocolate packaging and hidden ingredients to industrial use and new alternatives. Discover how cocoa shapes culture, consumption, and what chocolate may become in the future. Chocolate is often seen as a simple everyday treat, but cocoa is embedded far more deeply within modern life…
Sometimes we have questions in our minds, find ourselves at a crossroads. Experience a space to connect with our loved ones who have passed. Join Sue, an experienced spiritual medium, for an uplifting evening as she shares messages of love, hope and connection from the spirit world. Sue has the ability to connect with loved ones…
Discover how to say 'yes' to press opportunities to promote you and your social enterprise confidently! Do you want to say yes to press and promotion opportunities but are unsure where to start? Join us for an introduction to press relations for your social enterprise, where we’ll cover how to engage with journalists, how to…
A day of sustainable fashion and discounted fabrics. Come and explore what ReDo is all about. We are opening our doors for one day and will fill the space with £1 per item clothing and discounted fabrics. You will also have a chance to browse our eBay shop IRL, with a 25% discount on all…
You are warmly invited to join us for this Grief Tending in community introduction, to learn more about the approach and get a brief taste of the practices we explore in longer workshops. Our circles are for anyone who is feeling the pain of grief and loss including bereavement, life changes and childhood losses, as…
Join Andy B, founder of the Megalithic Portal, in the beautiful surroundings of the Grade II listed Orangery for an Evening of Old Stones and the Megalithic Portal. Two talks in one, focused around our Old Stones book and 25 Years of the Megalithic Portal. Kindly hosted by Norfolk Folklore Society. The Old Stones -…
A relaxed conversation about fashion, our relationship with it and how to be sustainable, with self and planet in mind. Fashion is fun, expressive and a huge part of how we see ourselves, but it can also leave us wondering whether we’re making the “right” choices. This relaxed conversation explores our relationship with fashion and…
Part of our Visible Leaders series of workshops and co-working sessions for women and non-binary social enterprise leaders. These two-hour co-working sessions provide a supportive space to focus on your own projects, tackle tasks you’ve been putting off, and make meaningful progress alongside peers. Work on whatever is most relevant to you, whether that’s marketing,…
Learn how to make your own linocut prints in this workshop for complete beginners. I believe anyone can learn linocut printmaking. You don't need an artistic background; I can provide example designs for you to use. In my workshop you’ll learn step-by-step how to make a linocut print in black ink. Prints can then be…
We Know a Lot We know climate change is happening. We know our choices matter. We know our communities need support. We know there are things we'd like to change. So why is taking action often the hardest part? Join Jacquie Silvester MSc, PISEP, founder of Bright Green Edge CIC, for an engaging and thought-provoking…
Part of our Visible Leaders series of workshops and co-working sessions for women and non-binary social enterprise leaders. These two-hour co-working sessions provide a supportive space to focus on your own projects, tackle tasks you’ve been putting off, and make meaningful progress alongside peers. Work on whatever is most relevant to you, whether that’s marketing,…
Showcase your social enterprise at Carrow House this Social Enterprise Day. Connect, collaborate, and celebrate together! Following a hugely successful 2025 event, which welcomed over 250 visitors including local councils, procurement and commissioning teams, businesses, funders, supporters, and VCSE organisations from across Norfolk, we’re delighted to be back for 2026 bigger, better, and continuing to…
Learn how to make your own linocut prints in this workshop for complete beginners. I believe anyone can learn linocut printmaking. You don't need an artistic background; I can provide example designs for you to use. In my workshop you’ll learn step-by-step how to make a linocut print in black ink. Prints can then be…
Part of our Visible Leaders series of workshops and co-working sessions for women and non-binary social enterprise leaders. Visit the following page to view more details: Breaking the Patterns That Hold Us Back Workshop Tickets, Tuesday, November 24 • 10 AM - 1 PM | Eventbrite
Learn how to make your own linocut prints in this workshop for complete beginners. I believe anyone can learn linocut printmaking. You don't need an artistic background; I can provide example designs for you to use. In my workshop you’ll learn step-by-step how to make a linocut print in black ink. Prints can then be…