Creative Maidstone

Type:Arts Centre

Community Arts Hub, 2-4 Granada House, Gabriel's Hill, Maidstone, Kent, ME15 6JR

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Creative Maidstone is a dedicated space for the creative sector in Maidstone where everyone is welcome and actively encouraged to explore and share their creativity.

There are studio spaces available for low-cost rent to local artists, along with a dedicated exhibition gallery and a retail zone.

There is a large community space too where we run regular classes and workshops, and it's also available for community groups to use for their own meetings. Contact the team for more details!

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Friday, 6th November 2026 - Tuesday, 24th November 2026

A landscape featuring a lake in the foreground with a single rower with an eagle flying overheadSakura - a journey through JapanEnjoy a solo exhibition of Oliver Bryant's beautiful photography, capturing his experiences in Japan
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Monday, 16th November 2026 - Monday, 16th November 2026

A picture of a pink table covered in paints and paint brushed and paintings of lobstersMonday Paint & Ink | Creative MaidstoneRelaxed and friendly Monday morning art class teaching watercolour and ink painting techniques.
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Thursday, 19th November 2026 - Thursday, 19th November 2026

Paper Hanging DecorationsPaper Hanging Decorations | Creative Maidstone
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Friday, 20th November 2026 - Friday, 20th November 2026

Tots Painting Session | Creative Maidstone
Tots Painting Session | Creative MaidstoneBring your little artist to play with paints, Creative Maidstone’s lead artist, Christie.
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Saturday, 21st November 2026 - Saturday, 21st November 2026

Cut-up Poetry & Paper Worlds by Kent Queer CreativesCut-up Poetry & Paper Worlds by Kent Queer CreativesThis November, we're playing with cut-up poetry and folk paper arts.
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Tuesday, 24th November 2026 - Tuesday, 24th November 2026

Christmas baubles with calligraphy writing onChristmas Bauble Calligraphy Workshop | Creative MaidstoneA Mindful Christmas Calligraphy Workshop: Personalise Your Own Baubles Take some time for yourself and discover the relaxing art of modern brush pen calligraphy in this friendly and welcoming two-hour beginner's workshop.
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Wednesday, 25th November 2026 - Wednesday, 25th November 2026

Brightly coloured crochet on  a red hookBeginners Crochet Workshop | Creative MaidstoneHave you ever wanted to try your hand at crochet? Now's your chance with this fun beginners workshop.
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Saturday, 28th November 2026 - Saturday, 28th November 2026

Gift Wrap WorkshopGift Wrap Workshop | Creative Maidstone
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Saturday, 28th November 2026 - Saturday, 28th November 2026

4 handmade christmas decorations made using macrame and wooden trinketsMacrame Christmas Decorations | Creative MaidstoneCome and learn the art of decorative knots in this fun macrame workshop
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Saturday, 5th December 2026 - Saturday, 5th December 2026

Hand holding a piping bag squeezing liquid caramel into a preformed chocolate ball shellChocolate Truffle Workshop | Creative MaidstoneJoin N2 Sweet Labs for an interactive and creative introduction to the world of craft chocolate, combining education, tasting, and hands-on chocolate making. Will you give them as a gift or keep them as a delicious treat for yourself?
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Saturday, 5th December 2026 - Saturday, 5th December 2026

Make a Christmas Wish House out of recycled materials!Make a Christmas Wish House out of recycled materials! | Creative MaidstoneMake a beautiful Christmas House out of recycled materials
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Friday, 11th December 2026 - Friday, 11th December 2026

Handmade stained glass penguin tree ornament, hanging in a Christmas treeStained Glass Penguin Workshop | Creative MaidstoneLearn the art of traditional copper foil stained glass in this 2hr workshop
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Saturday, 12th December 2026 - Saturday, 12th December 2026

Two gingerbread house tree decorations made out of lollipop sticks on a pink backgroundLollipop Stick Gingerbread House Workshop | Creative MaidstoneJoin us for a fun workshop to create a unique gingerbread house
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Saturday, 12th December 2026 - Saturday, 12th December 2026

Paper gingerbread manPaper Gingerbread Man Workshop | Creative MaidstoneCome and make a scrumptious collage gingerbread man
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Wednesday, 16th December 2026 - Wednesday, 16th December 2026

Christmas characters made with air dry clay - Snowman, gonks and a coiled Christmas TreeAdults Christmas Clay Workshop | Creative MaidstoneGet creative at this fun and relaxing festive themed air dry clay workshop.
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Thursday, 17th December 2026 - Thursday, 17th December 2026

Rag Wreath against a white backgroundRag Wreath Workshop | Creative Maidstone
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Friday, 18th December 2026 - Friday, 18th December 2026

Tots Painting Session | Creative Maidstone
Tots Painting Session | Creative MaidstoneBring your little artist to play with paints, Creative Maidstone’s lead artist, Christie.
more info

Monday, 21st December 2026 - Monday, 21st December 2026

Christmas characters made with air dry clay - Snowman, gonks and a coiled Christmas TreeFamily Christmas Clay Workshop | Creative MaidstoneBring the whole family and get creative at this fun and relaxing festive themed air-dry clay workshop.
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Wednesday, 23rd December 2026 - Wednesday, 23rd December 2026

Christmas characters made with air dry clay - Snowman, gonks and a coiled Christmas TreeFamily Christmas Clay Workshop | Creative MaidstoneBring the whole family and get creative at this fun and relaxing festive themed air-dry clay workshop.
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Saturday, 9th January 2027 - Wednesday, 3rd February 2027

Artist Tony Hart using a sponge to create a large-scale artworkTony Hart on TourFollowing the highly successful Tony Hart Centenary Exhibition, we are delighted to welcome a new touring exhibition - Tony Hart on Tour!
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Monday, 15th February 2027 - Saturday, 27th February 2027

Abstract painting with vibrant colours and an abstract human headIdentity Crisis: An Exhibition of Abstract ArtAn exhibition of abstract art by Marcus Price
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Saturday, 20th February 2027 - Saturday, 20th February 2027

A mouth with a speech bubble in the bottom right-hand corner with a speech bubble saying artists talk. Abstract paintings in the backgroundIdentity Crisis: Marcus Price Artist's Talk | Creative MaidstoneMeet the artist behind our February 2027 exhibition for an in-depth look into his portfolio of work and creative practice.
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Facilities

Other

  • All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
  • Guide Dogs Permitted
  • Toilets for Disabled Visitors

Provider Preferences

  • In town/city centre

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Opening Times

Season (1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026)

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