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BATLEY is definitely the place to be if you are feeling a mite crafty.

Textile Hall, the town’s dedicated community arts venue is opening its doors to Re:Craft, a brand new crafts group for adults, old and young alike.

Crafters will get the chance to try their hand at a different activity each week. It could be anything from marbling to jewellery making.

You don’t need any experience. The sessions are open to everyone from champions of arts and crafts to those who have never made anything in their lives - but secretly wished they had!

This group welcomes all and promises sessions which are relaxed and friendly .

The group has received funding from Awards for All which means that sessions cost just £2 each.The sessions are on Wednesdays from 7pm - 9pm. For more details or to book a session, call Annie on 07796 647538 or email pinsandpaint @yahoo.co.uk

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