Class / Stratford
Youth Active craft workshops at Carpenters & Dockland Centre
Children paint, make and explore their own ideas in a parent-supervised craft group at Carpenters & Dockland Centre.
- Who it’s for
- Booking panel: ages 3–8; general page: ages 3+
- Price
- Free for registered Youth Active members
- Where
- Carpenters & Dockland Centre, 98 Gibbins Road, Stratford, London
E15 2HU - Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible.
About this outing
Youth Active runs relaxed, hands-on craft workshops with freestyle painting and themed making activities guided by mentors. No experience is needed. The organiser advertises Thursdays, 5–6pm, at Carpenters & Dockland Centre, 98 Gibbins Road, Stratford E15 2HU. The main page describes ages 3+, while the session-booking panel specifies ages 3–8. Sessions are free for registered members; first-time families can give their details while booking rather than signing up separately. Advance online registration and booking are required for safeguarding: walk-ins are not accepted. A parent or carer must stay and supervise throughout, including trips to the public toilets. The group is limited to 10 places; check the live organiser calendar for available sessions before travelling.
Planning your visit
- Book and register online in advance: no walk-ins or bookings without the required parent/carer details and consent.
- A parent or carer must stay for the whole session and accompany their child to the public toilets.
- The advertised weekly time is Thursday 5–6pm; check the organiser calendar for actual available sessions.
- The venue is wheelchair accessible; nearby parking is paid.
Booking and details
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