The Ashdown Hub

Fully funded Art, Garden, and Cookery Groups for ADULTS (+18) in the Ashdown Forest Area, Sussex.

We are a voluntary organisation providing free weekly activity groups with a focus on well-being, community and reducing stress.
We offer a place to connect with others and we try to make joining a creative activity as easy as we can.

Have you considered joining one of our groups?

It's well known that creative activities, connecting with others, and spending time in nature is good for well being.
However sometimes it's easier said than done! Continuing these activities (or having the confidence to start something new) can be especially difficult during times of illness and stress. Money is tight for many people these days and activities often cost too much to be possible.
We try to get over barriers and aim to include people wherever we can- so long as everyone is kind and respectful to others.If you think you might need extra help to join in, or there are barriers such as mobility problems, disability, mental health or lack of confidence, we are happy to think together about what would make things easier. Please do get in touch in this case and we can arrange a confidential conversation with a group leader to think together about what would be helpful and see if we can help.

• Art groups in local accessible spaces.

We current run a number of groups at accessible sites like local museums and libraries. Contact us to find out the program for the next half term.

• Friday Groups

If you're interested in arts, gardening, or cookery, check out our groups at the Tobias School of Art in East Grinstead RH19 4LZ on Fridays from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Different groups run during the day with a focus is on nature, and creativity. You can come for one group or stay for the day.

All our groups are currently free of charge.We also offer free materials and drinks for our regular weekly groups.For our “Art for relaxation” workshops we ask for £3 per session materials costs.