Creating Space

Creating Space
A creative group for parents bereaved by pregnancy, baby and child loss

Join us for a warm, welcoming and intimate creative session for bereaved parents, led by the wonderful Laura Millward, local creator and host of Creation Station Walthamstow.

Laura will gently guide us through a hands-on creative activity designed to be accessible and enjoyable for everyone. The exact activity will be confirmed soon, but you can expect a practical, relaxed session where you’ll make something to take home with you - along with creative ideas and skills you can continue using afterwards.

The focus is not on being “good at art” or making something perfect. It is about slowing down, using your hands, enjoying the process of creating together and spending time with other parents who understand.

The session will include time to arrive and settle in, creating together, and a chance to chat and connect before heading home. All materials are provided.

What to expect

• A friendly welcome
• A gentle, hands-on creative session led by Laura
• A finished item to take home
• Creative skills and ideas you can take away with you
• Time to chat and connect with other bereaved parents
• Refreshments provided

The session is free to attend and is for adults only. 

You are very welcome whether you create all the time, haven’t made anything since school, or feel completely unsure about joining in. Come exactly as you are - you are welcome here. 

The extra details
All our sessions are free to attend and include a cuppa (we have a selection of teas, coffees, hot choc and milk alternatives).
Join us by booking a free ticket - unfortunately we can't accept drop-ins for this event.
The venue is fully wheelchair accessible. If you feel you need any extra assistance to access this group - do let me know when you book, or drop me an email - we are here to help.

How to find us
Full Address: St Mary's Welcome Centre, Church End Walthamstow, London, E17 9RJ.
The Welcome Centre is just off Church End, and is across the churchyard from the iconic St Mary's Church.
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Public Transport
Walthamstow Central is a short walk away, which is serviced by the Victoria Line, Weaver Line and bus services. The station has step-free access (a mix of escalators and lifts).
Walthamstow Queens Road is a 15 minute walk away, and is serviced by the Suffragette Line. This station has step-free access (ramps).

Parking
There is a pay and display carpark at the venue, operated by Just Park. You can pay on the day or reserve a space ahead a time in the app (location ID 523340). Alternatively there are some free to park 2 hour bays on Vestry Road (outside the Sakina Trust) and on East Ave (in front of the play park) - both of which are a 5 minute walk away.
Bicycles can be chained to the rails next to the venue, alternatively there are bike racks outside the church opposite.