We are truly grateful to The National Lottery Community Fund for the funding to enable us to continue our much-loved Crafting Connections project throughout 2026. 

Thanks to this incredible support, we can carry on offering our free weekly community craft afternoons for another 12 months, giving people of all ages and abilities the chance to come together, be creative, and enjoy the wellbeing benefits of making in a friendly, supportive space.

The funding will also enable us to run a series of specialist tutor-led craft sessions during the year, where participants can learn new skills, try different crafts, and gain inspiration from experienced makers.

We know how important these sessions are to our community – they’ve already helped to build confidence, create friendships, and bring joy through the simple act of making something by hand.

A heartfelt thank you to The National Lottery Community Fund and to all the players of The National Lottery – without your support, this work simply would not be possible.