Are you a maker or creative living in Chesterfield? Join Junction Arts for a story gathering session and help shape the future of making in Derbyshire!

As part of the Derbyshire Makes 2026 programme, Junction Arts is collecting stories and ideas from makers across Chesterfield to better understand your needs, uncover opportunities, and celebrate the town’s vibrant making identity. Whether you’re a professional artist, dedicated hobbyist, or creative at heart, your voice matters.

Pottery & Chat @ Chesterfield Market

• Thursday 2^nd October
• Chesterfield Market
• 10am – 4pm

Join local artists Clare Gage and Jessica Woodhouse for our next hands-on story gathering session. Try your hand at pottery with air-drying clay, creating your own mini tiles using the beautiful sgraffito technique. Along the way, we’ll chat about your creative journey and hear your ideas for the future of arts and culture in Chesterfield. Come along, get creative, and share your story.

No need to book, just turn up!

BSL Drama & Doodle Story Gathering 

Are you deaf or hard-of-hearing? Do you live in Chesterfield? Do you love being creative?  Join Junction Arts for a fun, creative story gathering session where you can share your experiences and help shape the future of making in Derbyshire!

• Tuesday 7th October 2025
• Rose Hill Arts Centre, Chesterfield
• 10am – 4pM
• Book your FREE place NOW.

Through drama and illustration, artists Kelly & Carole will spark conversations and help you tell the story of your craft or creative journey. BSL interpreters will be present, and visual note-taking will capture ideas.