ART & CRAFT STUDIO & VENUEchampioning artists, makers & creative practitioners

The Old Stores Studio is a non profit Community Interest Company that champions participation in the arts and promotes community cohesion through offering art, craft and creative activities in an accessible, versatile and welcoming space in our studio and off site.
We provide opportunities for artists, makers, creative practitioners and the local community to get together to develop and share creative skills to support wellbeing, social engagement and personal development.
We have a wide ranging programme of creative workshops, events and regular, artist & tutor led, art and craft groups being delivered here in Evercreech, Somerset for the local and wider community.
We have large, light studio and workshop spaces as well as indoor and outdoor spaces for events and venue hire. We are dedicated to offering inclusive, creative, learning and participation for all ages and abilities.
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Head to our website and click what’s on to see our current workshops and book places.
Yes, when you book your ticket you can contact us through the booking site and state and particular needs or requirements.
Yes, there are always spaces outside.
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- Available to hire
- Child Friendly
- Disabled Access
- Wi-fi
- Food Served
- Parking Nearby
- New Members Welcome
- Online Tickets
- Takes Commissions
Latest News & Blog
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Place Matters Report Sees Most LEPs In England Prioritising Creative Industries
A report commissioned by industry members of the Creative Industries Council (CIC) from Tom Fleming Creative Consultancy has analysed how local authorities and Local Enterprise Partnerships (LEPs) in England treat supporting the creative industries as a priority. To boost the growth of place-based creative industries which impact on the local and national economy as well
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New funding to help spur more global success for UK’s independent film, TV and video games
The Government is confirming its UK Global Screen Fund will be extended for three years with additional funding of £21 million, which will support the industry to continue growing the economy and providing high wage, high skilled jobs for people in the UK. This follows a successful £7 million trial, which supported more than 65
June 22, 2022 Read more -
Creative Places – Supporting Your Local Creative Economy
As the UK faces the challenges of the 21st century, creativity has a role to play in shaping our response to climate change, globalisation and technological innovation – and in enabling the economy and society to ‘bounce forwards’ from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. This document is designed to help councils understand the creative
June 22, 2022 Read more
Why join SABCA as a member
By uniting & connecting with each other we can show gov & local councils that support & investment is key to economic & social success & the happiness of our communities.
People & other creatives want to get involved. Whether booking a band, learning something or joining an active group in their community. Let’s help them discover the rich arts & culture of Somerset.
By joining you get access to regular updates on funding and grants, programmes, collaborations, events, opportunities & more. Plus ask our team what support you need.
The arts and culture eco-system is made up of of many local people, places & orgs. Let’s help other creative orgs & people find others that can bring arts & culture to all who live, work and play here.