Get hands-on with objects from the Crafts Council's collection at this special handling session.

Have you ever wanted to take artworks out of their display cases and take a closer look?

Well now’s your chance to get 'hands-on' with objects from the Crafts Council's handling collection at this special handling session.

We're very pleased to have a variety of fascinating craft objects on loan from the Crafts Council. This is your opportunity to have a close-up look at the different pieces, explore them from every angle and see how they're made.

We have ceramics, glass, textile pieces, and basketry for you to explore. We will guide you on how to handle the different items and share information on the artists who made them.

This is a very relaxed activity with no formal lectures or talks. You can take your time looking at the objects on your own or as part of the wider group. So head on down to Aunty Social and get curious about craft.

This free activity is suitable for those aged 12 and over. All under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

Booking is essential.

This session is in our upstairs workshop space. Our lift is currently out of order. It is fourteen steps turn a corner and two more steps. There is an accessible loo on the same floor.

GETTING HERE

Tram & Train to Blackpool North Station

Bus: No 6 or 18 to Topping St., No 3, 3a, 5c, 6, 18 to Church St (Stanley Buildings), No 5, 5a, 5b, 6, 7a, 14 to Talbot Rd

Driving: The closest pay and display car parks are on East Topping St and Talbot Road multi storey. There is also parking at the nearby Sainsbury’s supermarket, please make sure that you check the terms before you use the car park.

TOP TIP: If you need to park a car, then there is usually plenty of free on-street parking on Edward St and Topping St from 6pm.

Description supplied by the event organiser.