WHATS ON WORKSHOPS & GROUPS

​​​Our goal is to bring inspiration and creativity to the community, working together to establish an inclusive and accessible environment for people to come together through appreciation of the creative arts. The Bank is a place where anyone can come along and feel welcome and involved!

Below is our full catalogue of weekly and monthly activities currently available at The Bank. Please note some sessions require advanced booking. For more information on any session or to book, please contact the listed tutors and artists.

​Is there an activity, class or group that isn't on the list that you would like to see at The Bank? Get in touch and let us know!

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​ACTIVITIES

​1 JUNE 2-3PM
SUMMER FLORISTRY WORKSHOP

Make a stunning arrangement and a pretty mini decoration. All flowers and materials included. Maximum of 8 places. £30 per person.

For more information or to book, please call Amie
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T: 07769 735006


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​​17 JUNE 10.30-4PM
EMBROIDERY WORKSHOP

Engaging workshop to produce a hand embroidered and constructed fabric paperweight mouse. Choose from individual prepared kits of gorgeous fabrics and threads, everything included. Beginners welcome 12+ advised. Tea, coffee and cake available in the café.
​£30 per person.

For more information or to book, please contact Nikki

​E: designermarkmaker@gmail.com
T: 07570 124500

​7 JUNE 1-3.30PM
MACRAME WORKSHOP

Enjoy the ancient craft of Macrame and master the knots and skills required to make your own plant pot holder.
​£20 per person.

For more information or to book, please contact Nikki

​E: designermarkmaker@gmail.com
T: 07570 124500


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​24 JUNE 11-2PM
MACRAME WORKSHOP

Enjoy the ancient craft of Macrame and master the knots and skills required to make your own plant pot holder & keyring. £25 per person.

For more information or to book, please contact Nikki

​E: designermarkmaker@gmail.com
T: 07570 124500



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​14 JUNE 1.15-3.15PM
CARD MAKING CLASS

A fun and relaxing class learning tips and techniques in the art of paper crafting. Create 6 beautiful handmade cards, (2 each of 3 designs). All materials included. ​Perfect for the beginner through to the more experienced crafter. £15 per person.

For more information or to book, please contact Jacqui Lawrence

E: jacqui2_lawrence@yahoo.co.uk
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​REGULAR WORKSHOPS & GROUPS

MONDAY 7-9PM
WATERCOLOUR PAINTING
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​Learn watercolour painting with local artist Suzy Avery. Beginner to advanced. Hot/soft drink & materials included. 4 week course. Booking required.
​£20 per session
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E: suzyaavery@gmail.com

3RD WEDNESDAY 7.15-10PM
FOLK NIGHT

​Join us for an evening of acoustic music. Bring your own instruments and take part or enjoy listening. All standards welcome and encouraged. 
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Drop-In
£3 contribution requested

FRIDAYS 10AM- 12 NOON
PRINTMAKING

​Learn collagraph and polyblock printmaking with local artist Emily Procner. Booking required.
£12 per session

E: emilylady44@hotmail.com


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WEDNESDAY 10AM-1PM
THE ART GROUP

​Weekly drop-in group. Bring your own materials and meet like-minded creatives.

Drop-In

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3RD THURSDAY 10.30AM-12.30PM
SUFFOLK CARERS NATTER

Free natter group for local family carers. Share experiences, make new friends and enjoy a cuppa and some cake. If interested, please contact Sharon Hobbs
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T: 01284 333035
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4TH SUNDAY 3-5.30PM
​LIFE DRAWING [UNTUTORED]

​Explore your drawing skills and meet like-minded creatives at our casual life drawing sessions. Suitable for all skill levels and abilities. Bring your own materials, easels provided. Booking required. £15 per session

E: abbieschug@googlemail.com

FORTNIGHTLY WEDNESDAY
​1.15-3.15PM
KNIT & NATTER GROUP

​Friendly drop-in group. For more information please contact Wendy Thompson

T: 07792 018137

3RD THURSDAY FROM 7PM
POETRY EVENING [ONLINE]

​Online meet up to enjoy poetry. Read, contribute or just listen along! Voluntary donation appreciated. Booking required.

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WORK WITH US
​Are you a local artist, musician or creative and want to work with us? Get in touch! 

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