Join us at The Old Church
Art for all, by all. Browse our upcoming inclusive sessions, professional shows, and community celebrations right here in Blyth.
Regular Sessions
Stars Creative Workshops
Our programme of creative workshops for learning disabled and/ or neurodiverse adults.
We do different things on different days. You can join the Stars on just one day a week, or as many as you like.
Blyth Valley Samba
Come along to The Old Church on a Tuesday evening to take part in free samba drumming practice with Blyth Valley Samba.
Third Thursdays at Headway Arts
A musical social afternoon on the third Thursday of the month, from 2pm to 4pm. Bring along a song, story or spoken word or enjoy a lovely afternoon as audience.
Shorter projects & one-off events
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Open Call Exhibition 2026
Our Open Call Exhibition is back again this year – if you’re interested in submitting your work, please read the guidelines below and get in touch via email if…
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Creative Cafe: The Joy of Journalling
Step into our welcoming studio for an afternoon of creative connection and cuppas. Guided by our friendly professional artists, you’ll explore the mindful art of journalling through a rich…
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Blythfest 2026
Blythfest is a celebration of Blyth’s art and culture, brought to you by Blyth Culture Network. Over two/ three weeks each year in June-July we showcase the best of Blyth culture…
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Come On Down 2026
Come On Down is Headway Arts’ annual fantastic free festival of performance and creativity by and for learning disabled people. Join us on Tuesday 6th October and Thursday 8th…
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D’Oscars 2026
The D’Oscars is an annual red-carpet celebration designed to showcase the cinematic talents of learning disabled and neurodiverse filmmakers. This year’s D’Oscars Film Festival will take place on Thursday…
