Botanical Pastel Drawing Workshop with Sarah Windle
Sarah will be hosting a small, friendly art session where you'll learn how to create a beautiful woodland-inspired drawing-perfect for beginners, no experience needed.
* All materials provided
* Calm, friendly atmosphere
* 2 spaces available per session
* Duration 2 hours
Pastels can be a little messy so please wear clothing that isn't precious to you.
£30 per person, booking through the Centre.
Cafe Gallery - Alice Rainey
Alice settled in the U.K. from the East Coast of USA in 1971, and co-founded First London Free School and nearby community garden. She then moved to Portugal and then back to the UK to teach art and literacy to prisoners in Canterbury, Alice moved to Castor ten years ago. Two of those years were spent getting a book published called "Brushes with Words" She describes herself as a low-tech pacifist.
This Exhibition runs from Friday 19th June until Monday 27th July.
Botanical Pastel Drawing Workshop with Sarah Windle
Sarah will be hosting a small, friendly art session where you'll learn how to create a beautiful woodland-inspired drawing-perfect for beginners, no experience needed.
* All materials provided
* Calm, friendly atmosphere
* 2 spaces available per session
* Duration 2 hours
Pastels can be a little messy so please wear clothing that isn't precious to you.
£30 per person, booking through the Centre.
Lampshade Making Workshop with Harry & The Beagle
Unleash Your Inner Designer: Custom Lampshade Making workshop.
Join us for a creative, hands-on workshop where you will learn the art of professional lampshade making.
Whether you have a specific fabric that perfectly matches your home décor, a sentimental textile you’ve been waiting to use, or you simply want to choose from our beautiful, curated selection on the day, you will walk away with a stunning, high-quality drum lampshade that you’ll be proud to display.
What to Expect
In this relaxed and friendly session, you will learn the step-by-step process of crafting a professional-grade drum shade. Our experienced tutor will guide you through:
Fabric Selection & Prep: Tips on choosing the right materials and how to prepare your chosen fabric for a flawless finish.
The Construction Process: Mastering the professional rolling technique to ensure a crisp, bubble-free, and perfectly taut shade.
Finishing Touches: How to achieve clean, neat edges and professional seams.
Who is this for?
This workshop is perfect for craft lovers, interior enthusiasts, or anyone looking to learn a practical new skill. You’ll be working in the company of like-minded people, making it a wonderful way to socialise, share inspiration, and enjoy a creative escape.
Workshop Details
What you’ll make: A professional drum lampshade (perfect for a table lamp or a ceiling pendant).
What to bring: Bring along your own fabric (we recommend medium-weight cotton or linen for the best results) OR choose from our hand-picked range of materials available on the day.
Experience Level: No previous experience required—we provide all the expert guidance, tools, and materials needed to ensure you leave with a finished piece you’ll love.
£35 per person
An Evening ‘Swifts’ Stroll around Caistor
Join us for a talk by Caistor Swifts Group with refreshments, followed by a walk to visit the Swift nesting sites.
The walk will take place around the central area of Caistor to watch the swifts feeding over the town square, before spotting them heading home to their young for the night.
Tickets £5 per person, including Tea/Coffee/Cake. Available from the Centre, or via Eventbrite (fees apply).
How to use your camera on manual workshop (Beginners) with Trudi Hudson
Learn how to use your camera on Manual (M) - Beginner
You will need - DSLR and its user manual if possible, notebook and pen.
Get more creative with your Photography, learn how to achieve better and more personal results by using your camera on manual, compared to Auto or Programme.
In a small group, we will have a mixture of academic work and practical experiments, to help you to understand how to get better results from your Photography.
In the first workshop, you will learn the academic and practical elements. After this you can go away and put your new skills into practice! In the second workshop, we will review the photos you have taken and discuss suggestions to improve further.
Book via Eventbrite (fees apply) or at the Centre.
Music Night - Rachel Davis & Darren McMullen
Music Night - Rachel Davis & Darren McMullen
Cafe Gallery - Dave Chilton
Dave is a self taught local abstract artist and mainly work with acrylics and pen.
The majority of inspiration comes from his worldwide travels and from his many visits to the Hebridean islands.
His works include : abstract cityscapes, seascapes and landscapes.
Indian Block Printing Workshop with Helen Scoley
A full day of block printing with all materials provided for you to complete lots of lovely projects to take home.
During this full-day workshop you will have ample time to explore, experiment and enjoy this traditional craft in a fun, inspiring and relaxing environment.
Suitable for all levels of block printing, from beginner to experienced printers, the day will start with an explanation of the equipment needed to block print successfully and a detailed demonstration of how to achieve good prints. You will then explore the many blocks available – and choose your favourite blocks and colours to start printing.
Initially, you will print on practice fabric, to build your confidence as you try out different techniques and colours. Once comfortable, you will move on to printing a selection of fabric items: a drawstring bag, a tote bag and tea towel.
After lunch (there is a wonderful cafe on site) you will move onto your larger project, choosing either a scarf, cushion cover, laundry bag or large tote bag.
Items can be swapped and additional items purchased if required.
Having completed your fabric projects, you will move on to printing some cards, tags and wrapping paper/tissue paper.
You will leave with a collection of beautifully printed block printed creations.
All materials are included. Refreshments are available from the lovely cafe on site.
An apron will be available for your use during the workshop. Please note that you will be using fabric paints, which are designed to….. stain fabric! Old clothes are a great idea and do bring your own apron if you’d prefer.
The cost of the workshop is £80.00. You can book at the Centre or via Eventbrite (fees apply).
Indian Block Printing Workshop with Helen Scoley
A full day of block printing with all materials provided for you to complete lots of lovely projects to take home.
During this full-day workshop you will have ample time to explore, experiment and enjoy this traditional craft in a fun, inspiring and relaxing environment.
Suitable for all levels of block printing, from beginner to experienced printers, the day will start with an explanation of the equipment needed to block print successfully and a detailed demonstration of how to achieve good prints. You will then explore the many blocks available – and choose your favourite blocks and colours to start printing.
Initially, you will print on practice fabric, to build your confidence as you try out different techniques and colours. Once comfortable, you will move on to printing a selection of fabric items: a drawstring bag, a tote bag and tea towel.
After lunch (there is a wonderful cafe on site) you will move onto your larger project, choosing either a scarf, cushion cover, laundry bag or large tote bag.
Items can be swapped and additional items purchased if required.
Having completed your fabric projects, you will move on to printing some cards, tags and wrapping paper/tissue paper.
You will leave with a collection of beautifully printed block printed creations.
All materials are included. Refreshments are available from the lovely cafe on site.
An apron will be available for your use during the workshop. Please note that you will be using fabric paints, which are designed to….. stain fabric! Old clothes are a great idea and do bring your own apron if you’d prefer.
The cost of the workshop is £80.00. You can book at the Centre or via Eventbrite (fees apply).
Botanical Pastel Drawing Workshop with Sarah Windle
Sarah will be hosting a small, friendly art session where you'll learn how to create a beautiful woodland-inspired drawing-perfect for beginners, no experience needed.
* All materials provided
* Calm, friendly atmosphere
* 2 spaces available per session
* Duration 2 hours
Pastels can be a little messy so please wear clothing that isn't precious to you.
£30 per person, booking through the Centre. FULLY BOOKED.
Genealogy Service - Drop In
Join us for our Monthly Genealogy Service - Drop In
Nicola Hallam from Family history Diggers will be here from 10am - 12noon Wednesday 10 June 2026
Contact: 07756 993612 or nicola@familyhistorydiggers.com
Portable Antiquities Scheme - Finds Day
Join Dr Lisa Brundle from the Portable Antiquities Scheme on Wednesday 10th June 2026, 10:00am to 12:00pm.
If you have been digging in the garden or metal detecting and found a coin or bone, that you think could be of archaeological interest. Bring it along and the local Finds Office will help identify it.
Email Dr Lisa Brundle lisa.brundle@lincolnshire.gov.uk
Clocks, Chairs & Caistor Trades Walk
A stroll through the Georgian town of Caistor which was renowned for its chairs and its clockmakers, to name but two of the many trades which made Caistor a renowned centre for the region before industrial processes put an end to the competitiveness of the local crafts.
FURTHER INFORMATION:
Meeting location / venue: Caistor Arts and Heritage Centre
Length of walk or activity: 2 miles
Age suitability: Open to all (Children welcome – must be accompanied by an adult)
Ability level and accessibility: Easy – Moderate (some narrow pavements and some hilly parts)
Dog friendly –Yes (on short leads)
Toilets available – Yes
Refreshments – Yes at Caistor Arts and Heritage Centre and other town centre cafes
Parking availability and location – Yes, available in Caistor
Bookings Required. Please contact Elizabeth Jefferson on 07599 006314 to book and for all other enquiries.
Walesby - Tealby Circular Walk
The walk will begin at Walesby but will follow The Viking Way Short Walk - Tealby Circular
Park on the roadside and join the walk in Walesby village. Walk one of the most attractive sections of the Viking Way, taking in the Ramblers Church on the hill at Walesby, then following the route through pasture, maybe seeing the Risby flock of Lincoln Longwools. At Tealby you may buy refreshments before returning along the lower route back to Walesby.
FURTHER INFORMATION:
Meeting location / venue: Walesby near Viking Way track
Length of walk or activity: 4.5 miles
Age suitability: 18+ recommended
Ability level and accessibility: Moderate (some steep terrain and hills)
Dog friendly –No
Toilets available – Yes at the pub in Tealby
Parking availability and location – Parking is available on the roadside
Bookings Required. Please contact Elizabeth Jefferson on 07599 006314 to book and for all other enquiries.
Indian Block Printing Workshop with Helen Scoley
A full day of block printing with all materials provided for you to complete lots of lovely projects to take home.
During this full-day workshop you will have ample time to explore, experiment and enjoy this traditional craft in a fun, inspiring and relaxing environment.
Suitable for all levels of block printing, from beginner to experienced printers, the day will start with an explanation of the equipment needed to block print successfully and a detailed demonstration of how to achieve good prints. You will then explore the many blocks available – and choose your favourite blocks and colours to start printing.
Initially, you will print on practice fabric, to build your confidence as you try out different techniques and colours. Once comfortable, you will move on to printing a selection of fabric items: a drawstring bag, a tote bag and tea towel.
After lunch (there is a wonderful cafe on site) you will move onto your larger project, choosing either a scarf, cushion cover, laundry bag or large tote bag.
Items can be swapped and additional items purchased if required.
Having completed your fabric projects, you will move on to printing some cards, tags and wrapping paper/tissue paper.
You will leave with a collection of beautifully printed block printed creations.
All materials are included. Refreshments are available from the lovely cafe on site.
An apron will be available for your use during the workshop. Please note that you will be using fabric paints, which are designed to….. stain fabric! Old clothes are a great idea and do bring your own apron if you’d prefer.
The cost of the workshop is £80.00. You can book at the Centre or via Eventbrite (fees apply).
From Mines to Nature in a Hundred Years
Walk up the beautiful Nettleton Valley, through the heritage of the ironstone mines, which used to supply Scunthorpe, continuing up near to the highest point in the Lincolnshire Wolds, where the views are beautiful. Return to the Salutation Inn where you can order lunch and refreshments. Some of the walk is on private land. The walk is about 5 miles and needs good footwear.
FURTHER INFORMATION:
Meeting location / venue: Salutation Inn, Nettleton
Length of walk or activity: 5 miles
Age suitability: 18+ recommended
Ability level and accessibility: Moderate (some steep terrain_
Dog friendly –No
Toilets available – Yes at The Salutation Inn (Pub)
Refreshments – Yes at The Salutation Inn (Pub)
Parking availability and location – Yes, available in Nettleton
Bookings Required. Please contact Elizabeth Jefferson on 07599 006314 to book and for all other enquiries
Caistor Activity Day
Families are invited to enjoy a fun-filled day out in Caistor at our Activity Day on Sunday 17 May 2026.
To celebrate the 50th Anniversary of The Viking Way Caistor will host an Activity Day for all to enjoy.
The Activity day is sponsored by Waolds Outdoor Festival.
Botanical Pastel Drawing Workshop with Sarah Windle (Copy)
Sarah will be hosting a small, friendly art session where you'll learn how to create a beautiful woodland-inspired drawing-perfect for beginners, no experience needed.
* All materials provided
* Calm, friendly atmosphere
* 2 spaces available per session
* Duration 2 hours
Pastels can be a little messy so please wear clothing that isn't precious to you.
£30 per person, booking through the Centre.
Botanical Pastel Drawing Workshop with Sarah Windle
Sarah will be hosting a small, friendly art session where you'll learn how to create a beautiful woodland-inspired drawing-perfect for beginners, no experience needed.
* All materials provided
* Calm, friendly atmosphere
* 2 spaces available per session
* Duration 2 hours
Pastels can be a little messy so please wear clothing that isn't precious to you.
£30 per person, booking through the Centre.
Music Night - Nick Parker
Nick will join us at Caistor Arts & Heritage Centre for an intimate gig showcasing his songs, often tongue-in-cheek and cheerful and on the rare occasion when fun IS poked (usually at himself) it is always with a wry smile and an element of satire. Audience participation is often encouraged as part of the show, from holding up lyrics or creating sound effects, to providing basslines or collectively being Nick’s duet partner…
Tickets available from the Centre or via EventBrite (fees apply) - £12
First of Many Layers Exhibition by Helen Scoley
This exhibition is both a beginning and a culmination - a celebration of how experiences and memories build upon one another to create something new. Helen invites you to journey through her collection, to pause, reflect and perhaps discover your own layers within the art.
This exhibition runs until the 15th June 2026
Charles Blake Afternoon Reception
AUTISM UNDERSTANDING AND ACCEPTANCE - Charles Blake Afternoon Reception
Crazy Crafts by Charles Blake, has so far had a resounding success at the exhibition of his work held at the Heritage Centre.
A reception will be held at the centre on Wednesday 22nd April to discuss Autism and Sensory complications as experienced by Charles. Autism presents with very many different issues affecting most, but each person is different and requires the right support to overcome their individual complexities.
Charles is hampered by not being able to use speech, but in his own words
“WHAT YOU SEE OUTSIDE IS NOT WHAT IS INSIDE. I HAVE DIFFICULTY CONTROLLING MY CRAZY BODY.”
I am sure that everyone who has visited the exhibition will agree that he has many talents and with the continued right support he is able to flourish, and in so doing lead a more meaningful existence.
Join us to get a glimpse of Charles via 3 short videos and there will be a question-and-answer opportunity too. Charles and thousands of others like him are being misunderstood and therefore being failed by not believing in their intelligence and abilities.
Refreshments will be served.
Music Night - Mat Hunsley
Mat Hunsley is a Newcastle-based songwriter blending folk and alternative influences into a sound that feels intimate, reflective, and distinctly his own. After years balancing music with medical training, he now steps forward with his debut album, supported by the PRS Open Fund.
Rooted in personal and universal themes, his writing invites listeners to slow down and take stock. Mat began making music in his late teens, inspired by artists like Ben Howard, Nathaniel Rateliff, and Bon Iver. Teaching himself guitar and exploring open tunings, he developed the colourful chords and melodic instincts that shape his work.
2025 became a breakthrough year, marked by a unique in‐the‐round headline show at North Shields’ Three Tanners Bank, strong support from BBC Introducing, and a successful Kickstarter that exceeded its ambitious target and built real momentum ahead of the album.
The Things We Need is a personal yet outward-looking record, balancing family and self-reflection with songs that engage wider social and political realities. Its title track anchors the album: written during a period of overwhelm, it’s a reminder to let go of noise and recognise that “though our lives are quite small, they are full of the things we need.”
Silent Book Club
If you're looking for an opportunity to enjoy a book from your TBR Pile, then join us on Wednesday 8th April for our Silent Book Club.
Doors open 6:30pm, giving you time to order your coffee and sweet treat!
Silent Reading 7-8pm
Chat all things books until 8:30pm
Charles Blake Exhibition
This exhibition will be in both the Cafe Gallery & Exhibition room and runs until 27th April 2026.
More info. to follow
Mother's Day Cream Tea
This Mother’s Day, treat yourself and your Mum to a relaxed cream tea at Caistor Arts & Heritage Centre.
Sittings available at 10am, 11am, 1pm & 2pm, priced at £14
Takeaway cream teas are also available (please book by the 13th).
Booking essential - Speak to the cafe team to book - 01472 851605
Music Night - Pete Morton
Joining us for our March Music Night is Pete Morton with his unique mix of storytelling, comedy and song.
Date: Fri 13th March , 2026
Time: 7:30pm (Doors Open at 7pm)
Location: Caistor Arts and Heritage Centre, 28 Plough Hill, Caistor
Tickets: £12, available from the Centre or via EventBrite.
Pete Morton is a singer and entertainer who is often referred to as an old time troubadour. He delivers and unruly freewheeling mix of storytelling, comedy and song that weaves it’s way around the tradition.
His new show, ‘Sailor Swift’ is “a tour de force, it is honestly a revelation, and a real joy to see a performer at the top of his already deeply impressive game.” Pete Kenny
The premise of the show is that the friendly ghost of a sailor haunts an old pub, meeting and talking with people through the centuries, the famous and infamous, observing the changing world with a smile and a quick wit, singing popular songs from times gone by.
A happy mixture of music hall, pantomime, standup comedy, rowdy back room folk clubs, with moments of utter beauty and breathtaking audacity, it is a unique experience. It’s full of laughter, singalongs, history, poetry, philosophy and life affirming fun.
'Fiercely creative, skilful, talented, and terminally unpredictable' Mojo Magazine
'Absolutely astounding!' Festival At The Edge
'Can't recommend this one man show highly enough.' Keith Donnelly
'Horrible histories for grown ups singalong style' Cheshire Folk
'Utterly Brilliant! Clonter Opera
Silent Book Club
If you're looking for an opportunity to enjoy a book from your TBR Pile, then join us on Wednesday 11th March for our Silent Book Club.
Doors open 6:30pm, giving you time to order your coffee and sweet treat!
Silent Reading 7-8pm
Chat all things books until 8:30pm
Portable Antiquities Scheme - Finds Day
Join Dr Lisa Brundle from the Portable Antiquities Scheme on Wednesday 25th February 2026, 10:00am to 12:00pm , in the library.
If you have been digging in the garden or metal detecting and found a coin or bone, that you think could be of archaeological interest. Bring it along and the local Finds Office will help identify it.
Email Dr Lisa Brundle lisa.brundle@lincolnshire.gov.uk
Music Night - Matt Ellerby, Keith Easton & Joel Gladwell
We welcome our Music Nights back for 2026 on 13th February, kicking off with a triple header - Matt Ellerby, Keith Easton and Joel Gladwell.
Tickets available from the Centre £12 or via Eventbrite (fees apply).
Creative Writing Workshop with Gillian Poucher - Reading as a Writer (1): ‘Pride and Prejudice’ (Jane Austen)
On the eve of Valentine’s Day we explore why Jane Austen’s ‘Pride and Prejudice’ is viewed as the original romantic comedy. How does this 200-year-old classic continue to inspire aspiring writers of romance?
Booking essential via Eventbrite or at the Centre - £20 per person
Silent Book Club
If you're looking for an opportunity to enjoy a book from your TBR Pile, then join us on Wednesday 11th February for our Silent Book Club.
Doors open 6:30pm, giving you time to order your coffee and sweet treat!
Silent Reading 7-8pm
Chat all things books until 8:30pm
Citizens Advice Energy Outreach Session
Join the Citizens Advice team for information and advice on energy, efficiency, grants, schemes, bills and more.
Creative Lincs Art Exhibition - CONFLUENCE - Preview
Join us for a first look at CONFLUENCE, an art exhibition by Creative Lincs.
Viewing open 2pm until 4pm.
Creative Lincs Art Exhibition - CONFLUENCE
Creative Lincs proudly present CONFLUENCE, a group exhibition of 18 Lincolnshire Artists at Caistor Arts & Heritage Centre from 6th of February.
Private view Sunday 8th of February, 2-4pm - everyone welcome.
Artwork included from:
Rachel Roe
Tracey Smith
Rachel Porter
Rosalyn Lorimer
Fiona Hodges
Nicola Robinson
Kate Ravenscroft
Lucy McElroy
Margaret Bird
Lisa Tank
Joanna Owens
Carrie Kendra
Sharon Sycamore
Lorraine Presland
John Arnold
Heather Grant
Dave Chilton
Catherine Nicholson
Healthy Homes Drop In Session with West Lindsey District Council
A drop in session with the Housing Standards Team from West Lindsey District Council focused on preventing damp and mould in homes.
Damp and mould can have a serious impact on both physical and mental health, the project’s aim is to raise awareness and provide support and advice to anyone living in these conditions.
There will be leaflets with practical tips on preventing damp and mould, and information on how to contact our Healthy Homes team if the problem is beyond what residents can manage themselves. The team can also help by liaising with landlords or housing associations where needed.