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The Horsebridge
@thehorsebridge.bsky.social
Providing creative & cultural activities through exhibitions, workshops, events & community arts projects in Whitstable
https://thehorsebridge.org.uk
It is amazing news all round in our latest newsletter ... read it all, but the headlines are:
- Hosting the Whitstable Whistler launch on 4 Dec 4-7pm
- Lottery target reached
- Free festive fun for Friends of The Horsebridge on 10 Dec.

Read here! (mailchi.mp/40598ed36cec...)
December 2, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Join us for a fabulous evening of Jazz ! Louise Cookman, legendary vocalist performs here on Sunday 23 November at 5pm. Tickets £17.50 (£15 for friends). Book now: https://thehorsebridge.org.uk/jazz or call 01227 281174 #LiveJazz
November 15, 2025 at 9:00 AM
📣 Calling all Print Artists ! Open Print Show at Horsebridge Jan 2026. Submit up to 3 framed prints (£30-£90) and be part of a fantastic print showcase exhibition. Limited places - apply NOW
https://thehorsebridge.org.uk/inprint-submission #printmaking #printexhibition
November 3, 2025 at 11:55 AM
For £1 a week you could be in with the chance to win £25,000!
We've teamed up with One Lottery and with your support we can fund places for activities like Young Makers Club which some of our community rely on but cannot afford.
https://onelottery.co.uk/support/the-horsebridge-arts-centre
October 27, 2025 at 12:36 PM
Join us for the first event of our new jazz line up! With Christine Tobin & Phil Robson
The duo are currently touring their new show The Long Road – a rich, genre-crossing programme exploring journey, growth, and resilience.
for more info and booking:
https://thehorsebridge.org.uk/jazz
September 14, 2025 at 1:17 PM
Join us for Attila’s current solo performance comprised of fiery, satirical, political and personal spoken word, dub poetry, acoustic songs and early music punk on ancient instruments.
book now:
https://thehorsebridge.org.uk/talks-events/attila-stockbroker
September 13, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Come and join us for our Back To School fundraising quiz!
Book your tickets to test your knowledge with our fun, nostalgic quiz with classic trivia and bonus rounds!
book now ✏️
https://thehorsebridge.org.uk/quiz
September 11, 2025 at 9:17 AM
Book tickets for this unique opportunity to explore how to transform your creative process into an eco-friendly practice.
book now:
https://thehorsebridge.org.uk/talks-events/kim-oneil-and-alex-spence-interactive-talk-paint-demo
September 9, 2025 at 5:17 PM
The History of Witchcraft and Women with Professor Purkiss is coming to The Horsebridge on Oct 12th.
Explore modern witchcraft in a new light and its connections to feminism and political movements throughout history.
Book now:
https://thehorsebridge.org.uk/talks-events/history-of-witchcraft
September 8, 2025 at 10:49 AM
Get your tickets for the final Art Decades talk
A deep dive into the evolution of music in the movies with the stories behind the blockbuster soundtracks that we all know as well as the hidden gems
book now:
https://thehorsebridge.org.uk/talks-events/art-decades
September 6, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Richard Dean is back with a brand new round of talks for Art & Artists 6
Explore topics from Vincent Van Gogh to Oskar Kokoschka
Book tickets now:
https://thehorsebridge.org.uk/talks-events/art-and-artists-6
September 3, 2025 at 5:17 PM
On September 15th come and see Mr Burton
A moving, untold story of how Rich Jenkins became Richard Burton the biggest star Wales has ever produced.
Book now:
https://thehorsebridge.org.uk/films-theatre/mr-burton
September 2, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Join us for our linoprint reduction course starting September 13th with Rochelle Bloom
On this course you will learn how to plan your design, cut your block and produce an edition of prints.
Book now:
https://thehorsebridge.org.uk/classes/studio-sessions-2024-reduction-linoprint
September 1, 2025 at 12:04 PM
This Autumn channel your inner sewing Bee, and join saturday sewing club. You maybe a beginner or have experience. Work on your own projects, with support and guidance.
Book now:
https://thehorsebridge.org.uk/archive/archive-classes-and-workshops/studio-sessions-2025-sewing-club
August 31, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Attila The Stockbroker at The Horsebridge this October 17th
Punk poet, latterly dub poet, singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Attila the Stockbroker celebrating 44 years earning a living doing what he loves.
Book tickets now:
https://thehorsebridge.org.uk/talks-events/attila-stockbroker
August 21, 2025 at 2:17 PM
The next Art & Artists lecture is this Monday at 1.30pm:
In 'New Objectivity' Richard Dean discusses how 1920s German art was dominated by a new approach to painting,
book your £10 ticket at https://thehorsebridge.org.uk/talks-events/art-and-artists-5
August 16, 2025 at 9:17 AM
Discover the untold stories of rock artists in Art Decades: 'The Madcap Laughs: Celebrating Rock Eccentrics' Thursday, 14 Aug, 6-7pm. Michael O'Connoll explores British musical mavericks , examining how artists navigate extreme challenges. Tickets: £8 thehorsebridge.org.uk/talks-events/art-decades
August 10, 2025 at 6:05 PM
This is the last weekend to see: 'Blue Skies & Rosie Tints' the current exhibition in Gallery one. Featuring work by Gaven Alexander & Laura Drury LRPS, showcasing serene photography and nature-inspired paintings from Gaven's first book'The Forgotten Pond' book. Gallery open daily until 5pm Monday.
August 8, 2025 at 10:12 AM
The next instalment of Art & Artist 5 rerun is here 1.30pm this Monday as Richard Dean discusses ‘Somerset Maugham - Purely for His Displeasure’

Maugham loved art and writing about artists. book now, link in bio.
August 7, 2025 at 1:17 PM
As part of the Harbour Day & Boat Show this Saturday (9th Aug) we will be holding 2 FREE maritime themed craft workshops for all the family. Please do book your places if you would like to come along.

https://thehorsebridge.org.uk/kids/boat-show-family-craft-workshops
August 5, 2025 at 7:00 AM
Sunday evening comedy returns to the Horsebridge on the 7th September.

Join us on for a fantastic line-up of comedians headlined by Alistair Barrie, supported by Dane Buckley and Limahl Germain.

For booking and more information:
https://thehorsebridge.org.uk/comedy
August 1, 2025 at 1:17 PM
This weeks Art & Artists 5 Re-run talk on 4 August focuses on 'Matisse & his Muses'.
Matisse did not become a great artist all by himself.
book now your £10 ticket now at https://thehorsebridge.org.uk/talks-events/art-and-artists-5
July 31, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Join us for the Back To School Fundraising quiz! On September 27th from 7-9.30pm
Sharpen those pencils and dust off your thinking caps - it's time to head back to school! Test your knowledge with our fun, nostalgic quiz!
For more info and booking:
https://thehorsebridge.org.uk/quiz
July 29, 2025 at 1:17 PM
For this summer special, we'll be creating wire bird art. Inspired by the exhibition in Gallery 1, East Kent Coast Photography Competition, we'll create our own bird inspired artwork.
This session is free with a suggested donation of £5, booking recommended 🐥🎨
July 26, 2025 at 1:17 PM
Master the art of landscape painting with our 10-week technical painting course. This course covers a wide range of fundamental techniques in your landscape paintings.
book tickets by following this link:
https://thehorsebridge.org.uk/classes/studio-sessions-2025-landscape-techniques
July 23, 2025 at 5:17 PM