Crafty Kids

10am-12pm during term time | 10am-3pm during school holidays

Art and craft activities aimed at pre-school children and their parents/carers. Activities are seasonal and usually related to our current exhibitions. They provide an opportunity to play, make friends and explore your creative side. Drop-in anytime during the session.

Crafty Kids sessions are free to attend, but please make a donation if you can.

Journey Through Art

Art sessions for children aged 6*-13 years. Once a month, The Burton will host workshops for this age group covering a variety of creative media and skills. Places are limited – booking required. To book please call 01237 471455 or email)

Monthly class on Saturdays 10am-12pm or Sundays 11am-1pm *£7.

* Children under 8 years old must legally be accompanied by an adult (adult free of charge).

Art 4 Home Ed

Art 4 Home Ed is a series of art workshops for home-educated children aged between 8–16 years. Split into two age groups – Explorers (8–11 years) and Adventurers (12–16 years), this is a chance for students to explore a wide variety of artistic media and approaches that may not be accessible in the home environment.

Booking is essential. To book a place, please e-mail or call 01237 471455.

Burton Youth Collective

For young people aged 14-18

Are you aged 14-18? Love art? Interested in a career in the arts? If so, our free art-led youth group the Burton Youth Collective (BYC) is for you! The BYC meets fortnightly on a Wednesday evening, and offers the opportunity to learn new creative skills, meet practising artists and contribute your ideas to The Burton’s programme of exhibitions and events.

To find out more, please e-mail or call 01237 471455.

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