hoot creative arts

08/09/2026

✨ Creative Writing Online - free evening workshops continues tonight! ✨

Looking for a welcoming space to spark your creativity?

Then come join us and writer Sammy for engaging online sessions that run on Tuesday evenings. Explore your own life as inspiration for new stories and poems, reflect on the journeys that made you and leave with a toolkit of techniques and heaps of new writing.

If you're new, contact us for more information or have a browse of the flyer.

31/08/2026

We hope you’ve had a good summer. Some of our groups are back tomorrow with more following the week after, check to see what's on and when your groups are back, we can't wait to see what you create next!

www.hootcreativearts.co.uk/our-activities

26/08/2026

There is something for everyone at hoot! 💛

We run creative activities throughout the week designed to help you look after your mental health, boost your wellbeing and meet friendly people in a supportive space. No prior experience is needed, just bring yourself!

New to hoot? Start your journey here:
🔗 www.hootcreativearts.co.uk

25/08/2026

Did you know we run creative writing groups online? ✍️✨

Wherever you are, you can join our welcoming online community to explore your imagination, build your writing skills and share stories from the comfort of your home.

Check out our brand new flyers for the upcoming term below and sign up today.
hootcreativearts.co.uk/form/out-of-the-blue

24/08/2026

Countdown on! ⏳ Most of our groups are officially back next week!

Come connect, create and share with us, in a friendly environment.

See everything we have on offer this term and find your session here:
🔗 www.hootcreativearts.co.uk/our-activities

18/08/2026

We hope you’re having a wonderful summer! ☀️

hoot groups will be back very soon and we can’t wait to welcome everyone back. Take a look at what the new term has in store in our latest timetable. 🎨🎶

17/08/2026

Some great workshops coming up with Clear Kirklees ahead of the annual World Mental Health Day Lantern Parade in October 🏮⬇️

✨ Get involved in our FREE Lantern Making Workshops! ✨

We're looking for adults (18+) who would like to create a lantern with the guidance of a professional artist and be part of a special Lantern Parade at Crow's Nest Park, Dewsbury, this October.

There are two workshop options in Batley, and you'll need to be available for both sessions in your chosen group:

📍 The Fields @ Manorfield I & N School • 8 September, 12pm to 3pm
• 22 September, 12pm to 3pm

OR

📍 The Fields @ Field Lane I & N School • 29 September, 12pm to 3pm
• 6 October, 12pm to 3pm

Places are limited, so booking is essential.

📞 Scan the QR code or use the URL on the poster to book NOW, or call 07497 512 801 the first week in September.

These sessions are completely free and delivered by Clear.

We'd love to see lots of local people get involved and help light up the parade! 🏮✨

03/08/2026

🌱 Join us, starting tomorrow for our final block of Summer sessions!

We kick off our next round tomorrow at the Growing Works Allotments. Dive into creativity with our upcoming workshop:

Drawing from Nature: Aug 4 & 11
Join artist Sally Barker to create artwork inspired by beautiful plants, vegetables and flowers. Drawing with natural inks and using the materials like twigs, grasses and flowers to create your own drawing tools.

📍 Find all the details and sign up below or check the flyer:
👉 www.hootcreativearts.co.uk/joinaworkshop

See you there.

15/07/2026

We are currently hiring. Join hoot and help shape creative mental health support across Kirklees. Deadline on Monday 20 July.

All the information about the role, job description, person specification and how to apply can be found on our website here: https://www.hootcreativearts.co.uk/latest/were-hiring-0

Good luck!

15/07/2026

Our first set of summer sessions start next week, there's still time to sign up.☀️ We have:

- Songs for the Stars: July 21 & 28
Musician Rob Crisp introduces several of his ‘Constellation Songs’, a ca****la pieces inspired by the night sky and the stories, myths and histories connected to them. Alongside this, you will use instruments to write your own pieces inspired by constellations, stars and planets.
www.hootcreativearts.co.uk/joinaworkshop

- Drawing from Nature: Aug 4 & 11
Artist Sally Barker will be using beautiful plants, vegetables and flowers to create artwork. Drawing with natural inks and using the materials like twigs, grasses and flowers to create your own drawing tools.
www.hootcreativearts.co.uk/joinaworkshop