Swan Hill Creative Programme
We are proud to launch the Swan Hill Creative Workshop Programme, a new initiative of 12 workshops delivered over the next 12 months. Designed to support the emotional wellbeing of individuals affected by cancer, these workshops offer space for creativity, connection, and community.
While the majority of sessions will be hosted at Swan Hill Studios in Shrewsbury, four workshops will take place in the wider community, including Powys, Telford, and rural Shropshire, to help reach more people across the region.
Rooted in the belief that creativity has the power to heal and unite, the programme offers a series of artist-led workshops that provide a safe, welcoming space to explore self-expression, learn new skills, and foster meaningful connections. While these sessions are not clinical art therapy, they sit within the growing field of therapeutic arts, encouraging emotional expression, reducing isolation, and promoting mental wellbeing in a non-medical setting.
Led by experienced artists, makers, and facilitators from our thriving creative community, The Circle, participants can take part in a variety of sessions ranging from pottery and painting to calligraphy, jewellery making, and writing for wellbeing. Every workshop is carefully designed to be inclusive, accessible, and empowering, no prior experience is needed.
This programme is made possible through the generous support of Lingen Davies Cancer Fund. Together, we aim to offer enriching, positive experiences that help individuals navigate life during or after cancer with creativity, connection, and care.
About Lingen Davies
Lingen Davies Cancer Fund is a leading regional charity dedicated to supporting individuals affected by cancer across Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin, and Mid-Wales.
The charity's mission is to make a positive difference to lives affected by cancer in its region. Over the years, Lingen Davies has funded numerous projects, including the development of a state-of-the-art Cancer Centre at the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital. Their efforts have directly improved the treatment and care of over 100,000 individuals.
The Wellbeing Programme is a cornerstone of Lingen Davies Cancer Fund’s mission to directly enhance the experience of people undergoing cancer treatment. This initiative focuses on providing practical resources, equipment, and services that improve comfort, care, and outcomes for patients within the Lingen Davies Cancer Centre and the wider community. From funding specialist medical equipment to supporting wellbeing projects like complementary therapies and quiet spaces, The Wellbeing Programme ensures that individuals affected by cancer receive not only excellent clinical care but also compassionate support throughout their treatment journey.
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