Consett Heart
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Consett Heart
@heartconsett.bsky.social
We are a not for profit volunteer ran Heritage and Arts Centre based in The Old Ambulance Hall on John Street in Consett. We are focused on being ran by and for the community.
Only three days left to view our Summer Exhibition. Open today, Friday & Saturday from 11am-4pm.

#art #creative #community
September 3, 2025 at 9:12 AM
Calling all artists: deadline 30.9.25

Shades of Shadow Exhibition Mon 27th Oct until Sat 8th Nov.

We are looking to transform our gallery space into a haunting macabre vision of twisted tales with themes of darkness & creepy undertones that may shock and scare.

info@consettheart.co.uk for info
August 30, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Bring your kids & their teddies to our Poetry Bears Picnic 1pm-3pm today.

Only £2 per child. Poems, stories, creating masks, badges & other arty activities. Fun for the family - accompanying grown ups free.

To book www.ticketsource.co.uk/consett-heart-heritage-arts-centre or just pay at the door
August 18, 2025 at 9:28 AM
Bring your kids & their teddy bears along to our Poetry Bears Picnic on Mon 18th Aug from 1pm-3pm. Only £2 per child & we promise an afternoon of poetry, stories & arty fun & mask making.

Spaces are limited so book here or send us a dm www.ticketsource.co.uk/consett-heart-heritage-arts-centre
August 11, 2025 at 11:44 AM
🕶SAT 23RD AUG🕶
Nowt says summer like a bit of community recycling.
We are holding a Secondhand Tabletop sale from 10am-3pm on Saturday 23rd August.
#FreeEntry for public & only £10 for a table for sellers.
DM or email info@consettheart.co.uk to book (licensed products will not be allowed)
August 9, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Open call for artists for our Summer Exhibition which will be open to the public from Mon 25th Aug to Sat 6th Sep.

Submission deadline is Tue 19th Aug - email info@consettheart.co.uk for more information.
August 5, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Tonight is the night we take a glimpse back into the past through the eyes of King Harold's Mother. Written by and starring Heather Leech it promises to be an excellent show.

Tickets are available from £10 on the door or via www.ticketsource.co.uk/consett-heart-heritage-arts-centre

#lovetheatre
July 27, 2025 at 2:49 PM
We are open today from 9am-4pm with a fantastic art exhibition & sale & our box office is open for King Harold's Mother tomorrow.

We have Two Phil's and a John & works from Phil Bartle and Brian Harrison.

Online box office - www.ticketsource.co.uk/consett-heart-heritage-arts-centre
July 26, 2025 at 8:40 AM
Still tix left for this amazing 1 woman show coming up on Jul 27th @ 7pm.

"King Harold's Mother" retells the story of the aftermath of 1066 from a woman's perspective.

Tickets start at £10 - get yours here: www.ticketsource.co.uk/consett-heart-heritage-arts-centre

#supportindependenttheatre
July 17, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Our Cabaret, Open Mic & Karaoke night now has a regular spot on the first Saturday of every month. It’s #payasyoufeel and #BYOB and is an inclusive and friendly space for all.

#localcreative #music #comedy #cabaret #openmic #poetry #spokenword #drama #karaoke
June 25, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Act number 1 “The Three Of Us” on stage right now.
May 31, 2025 at 6:48 PM
Sound check in progress with Lee. See you all soon
May 31, 2025 at 6:13 PM
We’re open today from 12pm-5pm spreading Joyful Colour - pop in if you’re in the area. You could even make some art of your own whilst you visit.
May 29, 2025 at 8:28 AM
Busy week at the centre this week with our new Joyful Colour art exhibition which opened today & is open till June 7th. Full details on the image.

On Saturday we have a tabletop sale from 11am till 3pm and Open Mic & Cabaret from 7.30pm-11pm.

Deets are on the pics.
May 26, 2025 at 4:56 PM
There’s some amazing and uplifting works been submitted for our exhibition which opens to the public at 2pm on Monday. Free entry so please pop in and take a look and enjoy the joyful colour on show.
May 24, 2025 at 8:24 PM
Calling all artists who are looking for an opportunity to show some of their existing work in a friendly vibrant space.
The theme is "Joyful Colour" & our exhibition opens on 26th May.

For more details - info@consettheart.co.uk
Deadline for submissions is 23.5.25
May 15, 2025 at 4:21 PM
It's going to be a busy day on Saturday 31st May

Tabletop sale 11am-3pm #FreeEntry for the public & £15 a table 4 sellers. DM or email info@consettheart.co.uk - think car boot sale but on tables in our lovely hall.

Cabaret & Open Mic 7.30pm-11pm #payasyoufeel for entry and #byob.

#local #fun
May 15, 2025 at 2:48 PM
Setting up for tonight. Doors open at half 7 - no need to book. #payasyoufeel #BYOB

#openmicnight #cabaret #music #spokenword #fun #inclusive #welcoming
March 22, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Join us on Mon 24th Mar in the centre for a #FREE #gelliprinting workshop with the ace #SarahCalavera

No experience needed & spaces are limited to 10 for this fantastic opportunity. Reserve now by emailing vonni@nomorenowt.org asap! Thanks to @nomorenowt.bsky.social
#communityarts #artsy #creative
March 10, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Inviting creative performers from all genres to perform on our stage. Comedians, musicians, spoken word performers, drag artistes, magicians etc. & looking for a safe space to try out some new material get in touch.

If you would like to book a slot please email us at info@consettheart.co.uk
March 7, 2025 at 11:33 AM
Tomorrow (Sat) we have our downstairs exhibition only open from 11am-4pm before we get ready for our Open Mic and Cabaret night from 7.30pm upstairs. Again it's #payasyoufeel and #BYOB.

#art #culture #comedy #music #band #karaoke #community #poetry #consett #lovewhereyoulive

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February 14, 2025 at 2:09 PM
A busy weekend at Consett Heart.
Both of our wonderful exhibitions are open from 1pm-3pm today - early closing whilst we set up for the amazing gig tonight with The Tunisians from 8pm - #payasyoufeel #BYOB.

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February 14, 2025 at 2:09 PM
Today we are open for viewing our upstairs exhibition only - Come along and see "This Is Strike" between 11am & 3pm for free. A warm welcome awaits!

Upstairs is also accessible by a stairlift, just let us know.

#strikecollective @nomorenowt.bsky.social @beamishmuseum.bsky.social #art #community
February 13, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Come along from 11am today to see our wonderful exhibitions.

You can also come along and chat to @vonniha.bsky.social from @nomorenowt.bsky.social about their work and how to become a creative champion and have your voice heard.
February 11, 2025 at 11:23 AM
Open till 4pm today. Both galleries open.
Downstairs: 40 Years on #nwapc #wbg
Upstairs: This is Strike plus more #strikecollective @beamishmuseum.bsky.social @nomorenowt.bsky.social
Please note we do have a stairlift if you need it.

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#inspiringwomen #art #community #heritage #creative
February 8, 2025 at 12:33 PM