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Short Healing Stories
A space to create and connect.
Short Healing Stories offers a supportive environment to develop new skills, grow your confidence, and connect with others through creativity.
Cost – free
Duration – 12 week course – 7th January – 25th March 2026

Short Healing Stories is a free 12-week creative journey where you’ll work with local artists to explore new skills, express yourself, and grow your confidence. Together, we’ll craft and publish a beautiful collective book, and celebrate your creations at a special event held at The Courthouse.
What you’ll explore?
- Illustration
Experiment with a range of techniques and art materials as you learn how to visually bring your stories to life. - Creative Writing
Enjoy a calm, supportive space to play with words, discover new writing approaches, and reflect through creativity. - Storytelling
Watch professional performers in action to learn techniques on how to share your own work - Bookbinding
Using your own handmade paper, thread, and simple tools to hand-bind your stories into a book that will carry your creations.
When it takes place?
Every Wednesday, 11am–1pm
Who can join?
You can join Short Healing Stories if you:
- Are 18+ age
- Live in North Yorkshire
- Are not in employment
- Are not actively job-seeking via Jobcentre Plus
Ready to get creative?
For more information or to book your place
Email amy@ruralarts.org
Call 01845 526536
