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School Holiday Activity - Get Creative with Postcard Making

Before emails, text messages and social media, postcards were a simple and personal way for people to stay connected. In today's digital world, where communication is often instant and online, creating a postcard offers a chance to slow down and share a message in a more thoughtful way.

DATE: 28 Sep 2026 - 09 Oct 2026

 

This school holiday activity invites children to explore the art of handwritten communication, discovering how people once exchanged news, greetings and special memories through the post. By designing their own postcard, participants can reflect on the enduring power of sending and receiving a personal message.

Drop in on the follwoing dates and time, no booking needed.

Monday 28th September - Friday 2nd October - 11am - 1pm 
Tuesday 6th October - Friday 9th October - 11am -1pm 

**please note no weekends or public holidays. 
 

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