MakerWorld to return to Dewsbury and Huddersfield town centres this summer thanks to new funding boost
A much-loved creative arts programme will return this summer after securing new funding.
MakerWorld, an initiative from The Children’s Art School, will once again open its doors at the Princess of Wales Precinct in Dewsbury and the Packhorse Centre in Huddersfield, offering free, hands-on, creative experiences for children, young people and families.
Supported by One Community Foundation, Our Cultural Heart fund, Kirklees Council and the Healthy Food and Activities Programme, sessions will run from Saturday, July 25 through to Christmas.
Chloe Williams, MakerWorld director, said: “Securing this funding means we can keep MakerWorld open for the months ahead but what it really highlights is the need for long-term investment in creative spaces for children and young people.
“The impact we’ve seen over the past year shows how vital this kind of provision is, not just culturally but for the wider town centre.
“To really build on that momentum, we need sustained support that allows us to plan ahead, grow the programme and continue offering free, accessible opportunities for every child to create, experiment and feel part of something.”
For more information, visit www.thechildrensartschool.co.uk