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Arts and Crafts Club poster. This Club will be happening every Mondays from 3.30pm to 4.30pm. It is perfect for 7 to 11 year olds and booking is essential. To book please contact 01461 700021.

When is Arts and Crafts Club?

Arts and Crafts Club will return on Monday 13th April 2026.

Arts and Crafts Club will be on every term-time Monday starting on Monday 19th January 2026 from 3:30pm to 4:30pm.

What is Arts and Crafts Club?

Arts and Crafts Club is perfect for 7 to 11 year olds.

We’ll craft together and make something awesome! This club is free, just be sure to bring along your imagination and all other materials will be provided. You never know what we’ll be making!

Places are limited. Booking is essential.

Please contact The Devil’s Porridge Museum on 01461 700021 to book your place.

What Can You Expect at Arts And Crafts Club?

Below are some photos from previous sessions of Arts and Crafts Club. We hope to have lots more creative fun at The Devil’s Porridge Museum in Arts and Crafts club 2025!

If you have any more questions please feel free to us at The Devil’s Porridge Museum by contacting 01461 700021.

An arrangement of Warhammer miniatures on a table.

When is Warhammer Club?

Tuesday evenings starting on Tuesday 13th January 2026.

6pm to 8pm.

Who Can Come to Warhammer Club?

This club is for everyone who has an interest in Warhammer, whether you’re new to the game or a seasoned player.

(The minimum recommended age for this club is 8 years old.)

What to Expect from Warhammer Club

Have you ever wanted to try Warhammer? Or are you looking to play Warhammer with more people?

Join us to paint, build and battle at The Devil’s Porridge Museum’s Warhammer Club.

Currently, we are focusing on Warhammer 40,000 and Warhammer Age of Sigmar, but we may add more themes in the future depending on demand and interest.

It is free to join us for Warhammer Club and all materials are provided at The Devil’s Porridge Museum. If you would like to bring your own Warhammer supplies you would be welcome to do so.

Any Questions?

If you have any questions about this activity you are welcome to contact us.

You can do this by calling 01461 700021 or emailing education@devilsporridge.org.uk

Please be aware that The Devil’s Porridge Museum is closed for the festive season until 10th January 2026, when contacting us. Thank you.

A cake stand with mini sausage rolls, traybakes and crisps on a table. There is also some small sandwiches and teacups on the table. In the background some retirees are sat around a table.

When is Cordite Club?

Cordite Club will be returning on Monday 11th May 2026.

This runs fortnightly outside of the school holidays from 1pm to 3pm.

What is Cordite Club?

Our Cordite Club is fortnightly lunchtime club for retired people who take part in bingo or tombola and an activity which changes each time. This is £4 per person.

New members welcome! If you’d like to join us please contact us on 01461 700021 or email education@devilsporridge.org.uk

What’s Coming Up at Cordite Club?

The following dates are when our Cordite Club is coming up. We’ll share more details about what to expect at these sessions soon!

Monday 11th May 2026. – Dairy stories and butter making.
Monday 15th May 2026. – Crafting activity making artworks with buttons and canvas.
Monday 1st June 2026. – Bagpipes in history and folklore, with stories and music.
Monday 15th June 2026. – Crime and Punishment in 19th century Dumfriesshire.
Monday 29th June 2026. – Medieval Annandale. Kings, castles, saints and stones.

Monday 7th September 2026.

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Photographs

Below are some photos from Cordite Club.

The top rows of photos are from activities in 2025.

We very proud to also be able to include some memories of our Cordite Club from years gone by further down in this gallery.

If you have any questions or would like any photos updated you would be more than welcome to contact us by calling 01461 700021 or emailing info@devilsporridge.org.uk

A postcard with shields representing Canada, South Africa, India, Scotland, Australia and New Zealand from the past. There is a Burns quote which reads "an' man tae man, the world o'er, We'll brithers be for a' that."

Exploring the Commonwealth, Migration and Home.

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Join our Project: Exploring the Commonwealth, Migration and Home.

Are you from a Commonwealth country or have Commonwealth heritage? Have you or your family migrated within or beyond the Commonwealth? We want to hear your story!

About our Project:

We are researching the historical and contemporary factors that drive migration within the Commonwealth nations, exploring personal narratives of migration, and examining the meaning of home. Our project seeks to foster empathy and awareness of the varied experiences of migration and home across different communities.

What we Aim to Achieve:

Understanding the historical and present-day reasons behind migration within and beyond Commonwealth countries.
Explore personal migration stories and different interpretations of “home.”
Critically, examine the Commonwealth’s legacy, including its colonial history and its impact on migration and identity.
Address challenges related to colonialism, inequality, and diverse migration experiences.

What we Are Looking For:

Individuals from Commonwealth countries or with Commonwealth heritage.
Personal stories of migration and how you define “home.”
Perspectives on the impact of the Commonwealth on migration and identity.
Insights on socio-political issues related to migration and the Commonwealth.

Why Participate?

By sharing your experiences, you will help create a deeper understanding of migration, identity and home, while contributing to a project that highlights diverse voices and histories.

How to Get Involved:

If you are interested in sharing your story or learning more please contact us at:

curator@devilsporridge.org.uk

Thank you

We look forward to hearing from you and exploring these important themes together!

A huge thank you to our funders The Holywood Trust for their support of this project!

Events

Arts and Crafts Club 2026