4 free and creative workshops to try in Derby this January - from Knit & Knatter to mindful colouring

A Derby art gallery is helping locals to beat the winter blues by hosting a series of free events that will help you slow down and smell the winter air.

Artcore Derby, a gallery, exhibition space, and café has organised events that aim to fill you with happiness and a little bit of zen.

From getting creative at Knit & Knatter sessions to chilling out with some mindful colouring, there is an event for every creative outlet. The best part? They are all free to attend!

Reading Club

Reading is so amazingly versatile, it can be enjoyed anywhere, during your lunch break, or on the bus. If you want to meet fellow book lovers and enjoy a chinwag about the latest book, get ‘booked on’ to Artcore’s reading club. You can discuss books, song lyrics, comedy scripts and more. Sip a free tea or coffee and even enjoy a discount on a hot meal in the cafe after the reading session.

When: Every Thursday, 11.30 am - 12.30pm.

Knit & Knatter

The knitting community is a vibrant supportive one, and to make it even more fun, the sessions at Artcore have the added bonus of tea and cake!

The slots are suitable for anyone who has an interest in knitting. You could be a knitting aficionado, or you may not have a clue about what purls or garters stitches are.

Wherever you are on your knitting journey, the Artcore session is a lovely space to make new knitting friends.

When: Every Tuesday, 1pm - 3pm.

Mindful Colouring

Mindfulness continues to be a wildly popular trend - it has over 41 million hashtags on Instagram, and living in the present moment is often seen as the pinnacle of aspirational living.

If you find it difficult to quieten the mind, or if you just want to treat yourself to a session of ‘just being’, consider a mindful colouring session. 

Grab some colourful pencils and crayons and get creative, by colouring mandalas, fancy artwork and more.

When: Every Wednesday, 1pm - 3pm. 

Sew & Socialise

Said to be a life skill, sewing can also be therapeutic. This session empowers people to have a go at sewing, whilst also providing a creative space for those who are more advanced. 

When: Every Monday, 1pm - 3pm

Information is correct at time of publishing. It is advisable to check with the venue before visiting. 

All events take place at Artcore Cultural Hub, 8 Osnabruck Square, Albert St, Derby DE1 2DS

For more information about Artcore, visit the charity organisation’s website by clicking here.