The Sand House Poetry Workshop

The Sand House in Doncaster was a unique Victorian marvel, a house carved from sandstone and a network of tunnels with carvings. The house no longer exists but its history lives on. Bring the wonders of the Sand House to life through this workshop.

No prior experience of writing poetry is required, this workshop is for beginners and beyond. The event host will talk through a brief overview of the history of the Sand House. You will have the opportunity to view the Sand House display and projector screen in the Danum museum for inspiration. Creative guidance will be given for writing your poem. The poems created will be considered for inclusion on the website of the Sand House Charity. This event is for adults.

Timings & Tours

Saturday 14 September:

11:00-13:00 (including a 15 minute break)

Location & directions

Danum Gallery Library & Museum, Waterdale, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN1 3BZ

The Sand House poetry workshop will be held in a meeting room on the second floor of the Danum Gallery Library & Museum (DGLAM). The building is located on the corner of Waterdale and Chequer Road, Doncaster. It is a 15 minute walk from Doncaster railway station and Doncaster Interchange. Buses run from the interchange which stop directly outside DGLAM. Parking is available to the rear of DGLAM and 5 mins walk away on Wood Street or Waterdale. You can also park a 10 minute walk away at the Civic Quarter multi-storey car park. Please note all walking times are approximate.

Contact on day:

Amanda Pratt

+447599416499

Pre-booking required

Booking conditions:

Please book your free ticket via the TryBooking website (see link). If you are not able to book online, please note that bookings will be taken by telephone from the date and time shown.

Booking website:

https://www.trybooking.com/uk/DQVF

Booking closes:

12 Sep 2024 12:00 AM

Accessibility details

The main entrance of Danum Gallery Library and Museum is located at the junction of Waterdale and Chequer Road and is accessed via a gentle slope or some small steps with handrail. The main entrance has a revolving door and one large door that opens inwards to the building. This door is automated with a press button. All floors are accessible via a lift. The lift has capacity for multiple wheelchairs and mobility scooters. A wheelchair is available to borrow by speaking to a member of staff at the welcome desk on the ground floor. Disabled toilets are available.

Additional information

Pens and paper will be provided for writing. If you prefer, you can bring your laptop or tablet to type out your poem.

Max no of people per tour: 12

Est. tour duration: 2 hour(s) 0 minute(s)