Arty Avon | Bidford-on-Avon Parish Council

What is Arty Avon?

Arty Avon is an arts & crafts community group (not for profit unincorporated association). It is run by a committee of volunteers.
It's a relaxed, friendly group whose aim is to share the love and passion for arts and crafts of all types and reduce loneliness.
No need to book - just pop along.
Each week group members have the opportunity to take part in arts and craft taster sessions or you’re welcome to bring your own projects you are working on or use the group resources.
You can find out details of taster sessions and dates on social media or drop an email to Lisa (artyavon@gmail.com) to be added to our weekly newsletter.

When and where do we meet?

We meet every Monday between 1-2.30pm.
We are only closed on bank holidays/ Christmas and open all year round the rest of the time. It’s important for us to always have a place that people can come and create together.
Location is the Church Hall/ Room opposite St Laurence Church in Bidford on Avon, B50 4DA

How much does it cost?

Arty Avon is free to attend.
Small donations towards group costs are always welcomed by those who are able to contribute and all money goes back into the group.

Are there refreshments?

Refreshments are available in the hall kitchen for you to help yourself to during the session.
Hillers Farm Shop very kindly sponsors our re-explore session with their delicious cake.
Tea, coffee, squash, water, biscuits etc. available.

What ages are group members?

All 18+ are welcome.
We have a vast array of ages from 19 to 90s.
Members tell us it’s one of the things that they love about the group, how diverse the age range is.

Is it just women?

I’ve never done any arts and crafts before - is the group suitable for me?

Absolutely - the group will be perfect for you. All our sessions are suitable for complete beginners through to experienced artists.

I’m a skilled creative - would the group be suitable for me?

Totally. We run a range of opportunities so there are arts and crafts you may not have tried.
We also encourage other group members, if they feel comfortable, to support others. So if you have a skill that you’d like to share we’d love you to.

I’m not creative - do I need to be?

This is something we hear from lots of group members when they first start at the group. You will be amazed how your creativity increases by having the opportunities that Arty Avon provides.
There's always volunteers and group members on hand to give ideas and support.

What’s a ‘Taster Workshop’?

This is our main type of session. There will be resources available for you to try a new craft either independently or in small groups with tuition. Go with what suits you.
You are more than welcome to bring along your own project from home if you prefer.
We have a growing bank of resources that you can use to make your own projects such as needle felting resources, iris folding, a range of paints, wire art resources etc.
These sessions are suitable for all abilities.

What’s a ‘Re-explore Session’?

We have a growing bank of resources that you can use to make your own projects such as needle felting resources, iris folding, a range of paints, wire art resources etc.
If you missed a taster session then we often have left over resources for you to have a go at these.

What’s a ‘Paper & Cards Session’?

In essence it's a papercraft session where you can use the group resources to create cards, bookmarks, scrapbooking projects etc. you get to choose how to use the resources. Each time we try to have a little 'update' of something old or new for you to try.
It's the perfect opportunity to explore how to use resources you may not be familiar with. These sessions will also be ideal for sharing expertise with each other - we have some very experienced papercrafters.

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