Latest Past Events

Flax Forward Community Conversation 2 – Growing and Processing Flax

Oxenburys Yard Gundry Lane, Bridport

Free entry - booking advised.  Join us and our panel of experts to discuss the future of flax growing and processing in West Dorset. Flax Forward is a community-led project uncovering the lost heritage of flax and exploring its potential for a sustainable future. Working with local farmers, historians and makers, the project is helping READ MORE

Flax Forward Processing Showcase – Oxenbury’s Yard

Oxenburys Yard Gundry Lane, Bridport

Three days exploring the stages in processing flax. Free entry. Open sessions inviting the community to find out about flax growing and processing with hands on, practical sessions for all ages. Thu 22 - Sat 24 October 10am-4pm   Already visited one of our events? Let us know what you thought via our feedback form.

Flax Forward Community Conversation 1 – Heritage Research

Bridport Arts Centre 9 South Street, Bridport

Free entry, booking advised. Come and find out more about the historical research, hear from researchers and experts involved in the project and join the discussion. This first Community Conversation is an opportunity to hear from researchers and experts involved in the Flax Forward project. Our panel will include experts Jane Ferentzi-Sheppard, Sam Scriven and READ MORE