Bleak House – Relax and Create
Events at this venue
Working a Spinning Wheel Drop In Sessions (Free / Relax & Create / Workshop)
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomDiscover the art of traditional spinning in this hands-on workshop exploring heritage spinning wheels and timeless yarn-making techniques. Can’t make these times? Pop in and say hello to the knitters […]
Join the Knitters & Makers
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomDaily at Bleak House you can join The Broadstairs Knitters for workshops in knitting, crochet and a chat. All are welcome from beginners to experts, yarn, needles and bits, including some finished articles and fabrics are available. They are joined daily by different crafters demonstrating their skills, you have the opportunity to give it a […]
All Ages Activity Gazebo
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomThe All Ages Activity Gazebo is a welcoming space for festival goers to slow down, connect, and enjoy creative, low-pressure activities away from the hustle and bustle of the main event. Open Sat.8th and Mon 10th-Fri 14th, the gazebo invites children, families, and adults alike to take part in lo-fi activities like our Gratitude Tree, […]
Percussive puppet making and manipulating
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomA fun puppet-making workshop inspired by folk music traditions. Create a simple dancing puppet and junk instrument using everyday materials, then bring them to life through movement and music. Ideal for ages 7–11, though all ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. BUY TICKETS
Tai Chi with Heather Ausden
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomCome and enjoy a Tai Chi session with Heather Ausden in the beautiful gardens of Bleak House. BUY TICKETS
Poets’ Breakfast Daily
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomA well loved part of Folk Week for many years. Come along and share your poems and thoughts with this supportive group. This year the sessions will be hosted by our own Frances Turner. Daily Saturday - Friday. Everyone welcome. This is a free event so please put a donation in the tin. Thank you […]
Circus Fun with This Bean Spins
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomA relaxed, energetic circus workshop exploring juggling, hoops, ribbons, balancing, stilts, plate spinning, and circus games while developing confidence, coordination, fitness, creativity, and exciting new skills. Ages 6+. BUY TICKETS
Working a Spinning Wheel Drop In Sessions (Free / Relax & Create / Workshop)
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomDiscover the art of traditional spinning in this hands-on workshop exploring heritage spinning wheels and timeless yarn-making techniques. Can’t make these times? Pop in and say hello to the knitters during the week for additional drop-in sessions.
Creative kitchen music making
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomThis fun and inclusive music making workshop is aimed at 7-11 year olds. All abilities are welcome as we unleash our creativity to explore music making using household materials. From junk band grooves, to kitchen cacophony, this is set to be a vibrant and varied music making session! Children must be accompanied by an […]
Setting Poetry to Music with Jennifer Ridley
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomExplore the art of setting poetry and words to music. Bring your instruments and voices and step into song, from folk tales to classic poetry. Discover and develop your own songs in a creative space. Whether experienced or new to songwriting, this workshop welcomes all levels. Come along to explore, collaborate, and bring words and […]
Join the Knitters & Makers
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomDaily at Bleak House you can join The Broadstairs Knitters for workshops in knitting, crochet and a chat. All are welcome from beginners to experts, yarn, needles and bits, including some finished articles and fabrics are available. They are joined daily by different crafters demonstrating their skills, you have the opportunity to give it a […]
All Ages Activity Gazebo
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomThe All Ages Activity Gazebo is a welcoming space for festival goers to slow down, connect, and enjoy creative, low-pressure activities away from the hustle and bustle of the main event. Open Sat.8th and Mon 10th-Fri 14th, the gazebo invites children, families, and adults alike to take part in lo-fi activities like our Gratitude Tree, […]
Tai Chi with Heather Ausden
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomCome and enjoy a Tai Chi session with Heather Ausden in the beautiful gardens of Bleak House. BUY TICKET
Poets’ Breakfast Daily
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomA well loved part of Folk Week for many years. Come along and share your poems and thoughts with this supportive group. This year the sessions will be hosted by our own Frances Turner. Daily Saturday - Friday. Everyone welcome. This is a free event so please put a donation in the tin. Thank you […]
Mindful Morning Meditation
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomStart your day overlooking Bleak House gardens and Viking Bay with Mindful Thanet. Enjoy a two part seated group meditation – part guided, part silent – suitable for experienced practitioners and complete beginners alike, followed by a short mindful poem and group discussion on mindful living and simple practices for calm and ease in daily […]
FOLK ART: MAKE A SPOON PUPPET WITH CLARE YOUNGS- FOR FAMILIES
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomTurn an ordinary spoon into an extraordinary character! Join us for a fun, hands on workshop where children and families can create their own unique spoon puppet to take home. Using simple materials we’ll transform wooden spoons into colourful characters ready for stories, adventures and play. Will yours be a pirate, a fairy, a folk […]
Working a Spinning Wheel Drop In Sessions (Free / Relax & Create / Workshop)
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomDiscover the art of traditional spinning in this hands-on workshop exploring heritage spinning wheels and timeless yarn-making techniques. Can’t make these times? Pop in and say hello to the knitters during the week for additional drop-in sessions.
Join the Knitters & Makers
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomDaily at Bleak House you can join The Broadstairs Knitters for workshops in knitting, crochet and a chat. All are welcome from beginners to experts, yarn, needles and bits, including some finished articles and fabrics are available. They are joined daily by different crafters demonstrating their skills, you have the opportunity to give it a […]
All Ages Activity Gazebo
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomThe All Ages Activity Gazebo is a welcoming space for festival goers to slow down, connect, and enjoy creative, low-pressure activities away from the hustle and bustle of the main event. Open Sat.8th and Mon 10th-Fri 14th, the gazebo invites children, families, and adults alike to take part in lo-fi activities like our Gratitude Tree, […]
FOLK ART: QUIRKY CHARACTER AND FOLK MAGIC -WITH CLARE YOUNGS
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomGrownups can make spoon puppets too! Making these wonderful folk art characters is a craft to be enjoyed by everyone. Choose from patterned papers, vintage inspired fabrics, ribbons, trimmings and embellishments to create a unique figure with its own story and personality. Come and join us for this fun workshop celebrating creativity, and the folk […]
Poets’ Breakfast Daily
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomA well loved part of Folk Week for many years. Come along and share your poems and thoughts with this supportive group. This year the sessions will be hosted by our own Frances Turner. Daily Saturday - Friday. Everyone welcome. This is a free event so please put a donation in the tin. Thank you […]
Mindful Morning Meditation
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomStart your day overlooking Bleak House gardens and Viking Bay with Mindful Thanet. Enjoy a two part seated group meditation – part guided, part silent – suitable for experienced practitioners and complete beginners alike, followed by a short mindful poem and group discussion on mindful living and simple practices for calm and ease in daily […]
Circus Skills with This Bean Spins
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomA relaxed, energetic circus workshop exploring juggling, hoops, ribbons, balancing, stilts, plate spinning, and circus games while developing confidence, coordination, fitness, creativity, and exciting new skills. Ages 6+. BUY TICKETS
Adventures On The Road Book Reading with Doug Hudson
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomJoin longstanding festival musician and author Doug Hudson for a special reading from his memoir *Howzatski?* — the true story of an extraordinary 1980s journey across Soviet Russia on the Trans-Siberian Railway. Travelling from Kent to Vladivostok with a cricket bat and a sense of adventure, Doug and his kilted companion taught Russians to play […]
Working a Spinning Wheel Drop In Sessions (Free / Relax & Create / Workshop)
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomDiscover the art of traditional spinning in this hands-on workshop exploring heritage spinning wheels and timeless yarn-making techniques. Can’t make these times? Pop in and say hello to the knitters during the week for additional drop-in sessions.
Tin Embossing Workshop 2 with Clare Youngs
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomJoin artist and designer Clare Youngs for a fun and creative introduction to the traditional art of foil embossing. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to create beautiful silver or copper decorations using simple techniques and tools. What to look forward to Learn the basics of this traditional craft. Pick up tips, techniques, and inspiration […]
Join the Knitters & Makers
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomDaily at Bleak House you can join The Broadstairs Knitters for workshops in knitting, crochet and a chat. All are welcome from beginners to experts, yarn, needles and bits, including some finished articles and fabrics are available. They are joined daily by different crafters demonstrating their skills, you have the opportunity to give it a […]
All Ages Activity Gazebo
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomThe All Ages Activity Gazebo is a welcoming space for festival goers to slow down, connect, and enjoy creative, low-pressure activities away from the hustle and bustle of the main event. Open Sat.8th and Mon 10th-Fri 14th, the gazebo invites children, families, and adults alike to take part in lo-fi activities like our Gratitude Tree, […]
Tin Embossing Workshop 1 with Clare Youngs
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomJoin artist and designer Clare Youngs for a fun and creative introduction to the traditional art of foil embossing. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to create beautiful silver or copper decorations using simple techniques and tools. What to look forward to Learn the basics of this traditional craft. Pick up tips, techniques, and inspiration […]
Poets’ Breakfast Daily
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomA well loved part of Folk Week for many years. Come along and share your poems and thoughts with this supportive group. This year the sessions will be hosted by our own Frances Turner. Daily Saturday - Friday. Everyone welcome. This is a free event so please put a donation in the tin. Thank you […]
Working a Spinning Wheel Drop In Sessions (Free / Relax & Create / Workshop)
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomDiscover the art of traditional spinning in this hands-on workshop exploring heritage spinning wheels and timeless yarn-making techniques. Can’t make these times? Pop in and say hello to the knitters during the week for additional drop-in sessions.
Folk Art: Seaweed Pressing Workshop with The Seaweed Artist 2
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomLearn the almost forgotten Victorian art of seaweed pressing. Join Gemila, The Driftweed Artist, at Bleak House in Broadstairs, for this relaxed and creative 2 hour workshop where you will learn how to press and preserve a variety of seaweeds, creating your own unique pieces of art. Not included with Festival Passes. BUY TICKETS
Join the Knitters & Makers
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomDaily at Bleak House you can join The Broadstairs Knitters for workshops in knitting, crochet and a chat. All are welcome from beginners to experts, yarn, needles and bits, including some finished articles and fabrics are available. They are joined daily by different crafters demonstrating their skills, you have the opportunity to give it a […]
All Ages Activity Gazebo
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomThe All Ages Activity Gazebo is a welcoming space for festival goers to slow down, connect, and enjoy creative, low-pressure activities away from the hustle and bustle of the main event. Open Sat.8th and Mon 10th-Fri 14th, the gazebo invites children, families, and adults alike to take part in lo-fi activities like our Gratitude Tree, […]
Folk Art: Seaweed Pressing Workshop with The Driftweed Artist 1
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomLearn the almost forgotten Victorian art of seaweed pressing. Join Gemila, The Driftweed Artist, at Bleak House in Broadstairs, for this relaxed and creative 2 hour workshop where you will learn how to press and preserve a variety of seaweeds, creating your own unique pieces of art. Not included with Festival Passes. BUY TICKETS
Tai Chi with Heather Ausden
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomCome and enjoy a Tai Chi session with Heather Ausden in the beautiful gardens of Bleak House. BUY TICKETS
Poets’ Breakfast Daily
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomA well loved part of Folk Week for many years. Come along and share your poems and thoughts with this supportive group. This year the sessions will be hosted by our own Frances Turner. Daily Saturday - Friday. Everyone welcome. This is a free event so please put a donation in the tin. Thank you […]
Mindful Morning Meditation
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomStart your day overlooking Bleak House gardens and Viking Bay with Mindful Thanet. Enjoy a two part seated group meditation – part guided, part silent – suitable for experienced practitioners and complete beginners alike, followed by a short mindful poem and group discussion on mindful living and simple practices for calm and ease in daily […]
Working a Spinning Wheel Drop In Sessions (Free / Relax & Create / Workshop)
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomDiscover the art of traditional spinning in this hands-on workshop exploring heritage spinning wheels and timeless yarn-making techniques. Can’t make these times? Pop in and say hello to the knitters during the week for additional drop-in sessions.
Join the Knitters & Makers
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomDaily at Bleak House you can join The Broadstairs Knitters for workshops in knitting, crochet and a chat. All are welcome from beginners to experts, yarn, needles and bits, including some finished articles and fabrics are available. They are joined daily by different crafters demonstrating their skills, you have the opportunity to give it a […]
Wood Bodger Drop In Workshop
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomDiscover the heritage craft of wood bodging, a traditional rural woodworking skill using green wood and simple hand tools. Learn how to shape practical items and explore a craft rooted in ingenuity and sustainability. Just drop by and say hello, he'll be next to the knitters!
Poets’ Breakfast Daily
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomA well loved part of Folk Week for many years. Come along and share your poems and thoughts with this supportive group. This year the sessions will be hosted by our own Frances Turner. Daily Saturday - Friday. Everyone welcome. This is a free event so please put a donation in the tin. Thank you […]
Working a Spinning Wheel Drop In Sessions (Free / Relax & Create / Workshop)
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomDiscover the art of traditional spinning in this hands-on workshop exploring heritage spinning wheels and timeless yarn-making techniques. Can’t make these times? Pop in and say hello to the knitters during the week for additional drop-in sessions.
Join the Knitters & Makers
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomDaily at Bleak House you can join The Broadstairs Knitters for workshops in knitting, crochet and a chat. All are welcome from beginners to experts, yarn, needles and bits, including some finished articles and fabrics are available. They are joined daily by different crafters demonstrating their skills, you have the opportunity to give it a […]
All Ages Activity Gazebo
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomThe All Ages Activity Gazebo is a welcoming space for festival goers to slow down, connect, and enjoy creative, low-pressure activities away from the hustle and bustle of the main event. Open Sat.8th and Mon 10th-Fri 14th, the gazebo invites children, families, and adults alike to take part in lo-fi activities like our Gratitude Tree, […]
Wood Bodger Drop In Workshop
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomDiscover the heritage craft of wood bodging, a traditional rural woodworking skill using green wood and simple hand tools. Learn how to shape practical items and explore a craft rooted in ingenuity and sustainability. Just drop by and say hello, he'll be next to the knitters!
Tai Chi with Heather Ausden
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomCome and enjoy a Tai Chi session with Heather Ausden in the beautiful gardens of Bleak House. BUY TICKETS
Poets’ Breakfast Daily
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomA well loved part of Folk Week for many years. Come along and share your poems and thoughts with this supportive group. These can be your own works or by your favourite poets. This year the sessions will be hosted by our own Frances Turner and Sue Flory. Daily Saturday - Friday. Everyone welcome. This […]
FOLK ART: Puppet Making with Clare Youngs
Bleak House - Relax and Create Fort Road, Broadstairs, Kent, United KingdomEnjoy creating playful handmade puppets with internationally renowned artist and author Clare Youngs. Inspired by folk art, storytelling, and vintage design, this fun, hands-on workshop invites all ages to explore colour, character, and creativity while making their own unique puppet to take home. Perfect for families, beginners, and imaginative makers of all kinds. PLEASE NOTE […]
