Join us at Bridport Arts Centre for Flax Uncovered : The exhibition bringing together research from the Flax Forward Project. Free entry. With its pretty pale blue flower, the seemingly delicate flax plant has an incredible range of uses, from linen and canvas to linseed oil and lino. Grown here for its fibres, flax was READ MORE
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 Sam Scriven and Richard Sims. READ MORE
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
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