The Art Side
WHERE
Plymouth
What it’s like
An art supplies shop and workshop space running kids' art clubs, a nature art club and family craft sessions.
This is a proper art shop first, the sort where you can actually browse supplies rather than grab a pre-packed set off a shelf. But the reason to build a visit around it is the workshops: a Kids Art Club, a Nature Art Club that gets children looking at the outdoors differently, and Stitch & Splodge sessions that mix craft techniques for children and families together.
There's also a Confidence Club aimed at girls aged 10 to 14, which is a nice detail if you've got a child that age who wants something a bit more structured than a general craft drop-in. The site also displays art competitions and showcases, so there's stuff to look at even if you're just popping in rather than booking onto anything.
Opening hours are generous for a specialist shop, Monday to Saturday 10am to 4:30pm and Sunday 11am to 4pm. Bank holiday hours shift about and get posted on their social media channels rather than printed anywhere fixed, which is a small faff if you're planning a visit around one.
Facilities
Need to know
- Best for
- School-age kids, with a Confidence Club for 10 to 14 year olds
- The Confidence Club is specifically for girls aged 10 to 14, not a general kids' session
- There's a gift shop on site alongside the art supplies
- Bank holiday hours change and get updated on social media rather than fixed
Plan your visit
What can kids actually do here?
There's a Kids Art Club, a Nature Art Club, Stitch & Splodge family craft workshops, and a Confidence Club for girls aged 10 to 14. You can also just browse the art supplies and look at the competition displays.
What are the opening hours?
Monday to Saturday 10am to 4:30pm, Sunday 11am to 4pm. Bank holidays are different and get posted on their social media rather than kept the same year round.
Do I need to book the workshops?
There's no booking link listed, so it's best to get in touch directly to find out how each club runs and whether spaces need reserving.
Is there anything for younger kids?
The Kids Art Club and Stitch & Splodge sessions are the ones aimed at children generally, while the Confidence Club is specifically for girls aged 10 to 14.
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