Thames Community Hub – Make Do & Mend / Upcycling and Crafts (Shed Life)
Free weekly Make Do & Mend upcycling and crafts sessions every Tuesday at Thames Community Hub in Barking, run by Shed Life.
You don't need any previous experience with crafts or sewing.
About this service
Shed Life — a group of local residents based at Thames Community Hub — runs weekly Make Do & Mend upcycling and crafts sessions every Tuesday from 10am to 2pm. The sessions focus on repairing, repurposing and upcycling items, as well as creative crafts. It is a warm, social space where you can learn practical skills, reduce waste and connect with your community. Part of the hub's wider warm spaces programme. No booking needed.
How they can help you
Free weekly session focused on upcycling, mending and crafts. Friendly social group that welcomes all abilities.
What to expect
A hands-on, sociable session where you can learn to mend and upcycle items alongside other community members. Tea provided.
Who it's for
Anyone interested in crafts, upcycling and mending — all skill levels welcome
Eligibility
Open to all. No booking required.
Getting support
- Eligibility
- Open to all. No booking required.
- services.opening_hours
- Every Tuesday, 10am–2pm
- Referral requirements
- You can contact this service directly without a referral.
Contact
ThamesCommunityHub@lbbd.gov.ukVisit WebsiteThames Community Hub, Bastable Avenue, Barking, IG11 0LGReport a Problem With This Listing
If any details look wrong or out of date, you can let the OneRoof team know here. Your report will go into an admin review queue and will not change the listing automatically.
Cost
Free
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Contact
ThamesCommunityHub@lbbd.gov.ukVisit WebsiteThames Community Hub, Bastable Avenue, Barking, IG11 0LGReport a Problem With This Listing
If any details look wrong or out of date, you can let the OneRoof team know here. Your report will go into an admin review queue and will not change the listing automatically.
Cost
Free