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Find out more about what's happening at Coreset
Our exhibition programme is open to all (and free to visit), for events and workshops you can find us on Eventbrite.
Our taster sessions are free or low cost. They are ideal ways to have a go. Anyone receiving UC, JSA, PIP or DLA please email info@coreset.org to reserve places on taster sessions.
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Freetown after Ebola
This exhibition features a series of photographs (Tom Martin) and poems (Tim Lavis) created shortly after the deadly Ebola epidemic of 2014-16 on a visit to Freetown, the capital of Sierra Leone.


Past exhibition - Who am I?
An exhibition of art works created by young artists who posed the question ‘Who am I?’ whilst in residence with Coreset as part of our developing artist programme.


Past exhibition - Drawing Connections
This exhibition presents the work of Rebecca L. Greene, a recipient of Coreset's inaugral Open Call Residency, and her project Drawing Connections. It illustrates how art and creativity build empathy, awareness and self-belief in the socially excluded. With support from Arts Council England the fourth iteration of Drawing Connections began on HMP Whitemoor’s Therapeutic Wing in June 2025. Co-ordinated and co-facilitated by Rebecca, with guidance from artists John Costi, Le


Past event - Repair Cafe, 17 January
Repair Cafe - bring your broken items and give them a new lease of life!


Past event - Book Pop Up 22 & 23 November
10am - 4pm Discover something beautiful this November at our Book Pop-Up Weekend — a celebration of art, design, poetry, photography, food and music. Browse handpicked books that make perfect Christmas gifts for the curious and creative — or simply for yourself. Alongside the books, enjoy speciality coffee, organic food, fresh pastries, local beer and natural wine all weekend. Whether you’re an art lover, a foodie, or just after a great weekend atmosphere, come explore, tas


Past event - Four authentic voices - 22 & 23 November
Five talks. Authentic voices. New perspectives. A weekend to inspire.
Alongside the stories and surprises of our Book Pop-Up (10am - 4pm), there’s a series of short talks to add a dash of joy to your weekend. From photography to poetry, breathwork to sculpture and ceramics, each offers a different perspective.
Rediscover the delight of learning something unexpected.


Past exhibition - 25x25x25 - Nov to Jan
We’re marking the end of 2025 with an open submission exhibition. Artists & creatives of all ages, backgrounds, and experience can take part. If you draw, paint, sculpt, take photographs or make – have a go!


Past event - Eastern European Cinema,19 November
Papusza
Discover the extraordinary true story of Bronisława Wajs (Papusza), the first Roma poet to have her work translated into Polish. And, Pamfir, a gripping Ukrainian drama about a father’s fight for redemption.


Past event - Shibori taster, 1 November
Shibori is a resist dyeing technique in which areas of fabric are folded, clamped, bound or stitched before being dipped into dye.


Past event - Kulilinari Kitchen Konnection
Friday 31 October | 6pm - 8pm Booking via Eventbrite Step into a spooky, flavourful night with Singaporean-born Coreset resident artist Lili Muslihah in this Asian-themed Halloween experience. Watch as traditional Malay cooking, music, and storytelling come together in a hauntingly beautiful performance celebrating food, heritage, and connection. Dress in your best Halloween costume and enjoy classic stir-fried Asian dishes prepared live as part of this festive, immersive ev


Past event - Who am I? - 28 October, under 25's
Take a pause this half term and join us for an open, honest space to slow down and reflect. Together, we’ll explore one of life’s biggest questions — Who am I?


Past event - Boro taster, 4 October
An introduction to Boro the art of repairing fabric using scraps and stitching.


Previous exhibition - A Place Reclaimed
Fleur lives and works in Newark having lived in London for many years. The paintings she is showing at Coreset draw on the disorientating experiences she has had in her life as a New Zealander that emigrated to the UK and as a neurodivergent woman.


Past event - Eco Printing, 16 August
Eco printing is the magical process of transferring the colours and shapes that naturally occur in fresh plants, leaves and flowers, directly onto fabric or paper to create truly spectacular marks and prints.




Past event - Chinwag - 2 August
Remember what it’s like to really talk? Not a scroll, not a comment thread. But contact. Interruptions. Laughter. Pauses. That feeling when someone says, “I never thought of it like that.” So on Saturday from 5–6pm, we're making space for conversation.


Past workshop - Shibori, 26 July
Shibori is a resist dyeing technique.


Past exhibition - DRIFT
An exhibition encouraging us to think about disposability, the abundance of images that permeate modernity, and the collision of nature and culture.


Past event - 2Outspoken by True Colours
his is a poetic symphony of truth, emotion, and fearless honesty. Through razor-sharp wordplay and satirical punchlines, 2 Outspoken dives deep into justice, identity, and the beauty—and flaws—of humanity.


Past workshop - Write a 10-minute play - 24 June
Lavinia Roberts is an award-winning playwright and educator. She is coming to Coreset, all the way from the USA, to host a workshop for you. This workshop is primarily aimed at 16 - 25 year olds.
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