a drawing of a hand drawing leaves on a vine, some leaves are heart shaped
Free

8 Oct - 26 Nov 2025

Heart and Hands Studio

A series of free creative workshops

Event Details
Date 8 Oct - 26 Nov 2025
Times 12.30 - 2.30pm
Location St James's Community Hub, Baildon
Access
  • Relaxed environment
  • Wheelchair user access
  • Seating available

Join Our Patch Creative Practitioner, Emma Bairstow, for a 7-week journey of creativity in Baildon.

Open to all abilities, join local artist Emma to explore connections with mind, nature and community. From beginners to experienced makers, you will be guided through a series of workshops including print-making, painting to music and watercolour landscapes, inspired by the changing seasons. Each week will bring something new to explore and enjoy.

All materials provided. Arrive from 12.30pm for a free lunch, the creative session will run 1pm-2.30pm.

This is part of a 7 week session running 12.30-2.30pm every Wednesday from 8 October till 26 November 2025, with a break on 5 November.

Location

St James’ Church,
Kirklands Lane,
Baildon,
BD17 6HH.

Our Patch

Our Patch is a year-long arts programme across Bradford in 2025, inviting community groups and residents to design and take part in free workshops, activities and events in their local area. Led by local ‘Our Patch Producers’ alongside artists and makers, the project will bring people together through creative experiences ranging from painting and poetry to dancing, cooking and gardening. Taking place in community halls, libraries, faith spaces and social hubs across Bradford East, Bradford South, Bradford West, Keighley & Ilkley and Shipley, Our Patch celebrates local culture while helping people learn skills, build confidence and make new connections. This is Our Patch.

Our Patch is funded by The Esmee Fairbairn Foundation and The National Lottery Community Fund. We extend our thanks to all players of the National Lottery.

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