Wriggle Room Autumn Session

The Wriggle Room programme is heading back to Berwick Church this autumn, offering under-5s and their caregivers a chance to explore the historic site and its surroundings. On Tuesday, 3 November 2026, participants will gather at the church for a seasonal trip into the landscape, which will include crafting, exploring the site, a light picnic, and storytime. The session is designed to be fun and creative, with a focus on process-driven learning, allowing children to learn through doing and exploration.

The event is part of Towner's free drop-in programme for under-5s and their caregivers, which takes place on selected Tuesdays during termtime. The sessions are developed by Lead Artist Ella Hempsted and Towner's Learning team, who prioritise learning through doing and focus on process over outcomes. Ella Hempsted, a multi-disciplinary artist educator based in Brighton, brings her expertise in facilitating process-driven learning to the programme, ensuring that each session is engaging and creative for young children.

The autumn session at Berwick Church will offer participants the chance to explore the church, its grounds, and learn more about the historic site. The session will take place outdoors if the weather is good, but will be based in the church if it's raining. Caregivers are advised to dress for potentially wet conditions and wear shoes that can get muddy, as the trip will go ahead rain or shine. The session is free, but a ticket is required, which can be booked through the button beside this article, along with more details about the event, at Towner, Eastbourne.

The Wriggle Room programme is a great opportunity for under-5s and their caregivers to spend quality time together, engaging in creative and fun activities. The autumn session at Berwick Church is a unique chance to explore a historic site and experience the beauty of the surrounding landscape. With its focus on process-driven learning and outdoor exploration, the session is sure to be an enjoyable and enriching experience for all participants.

For those interested in attending the Wriggle Room autumn session, tickets and details are available through the button beside this article. The session will take place on Tuesday, 3 November 2026, at Towner, Eastbourne, and is a great chance to experience the Wriggle Room programme and all it has to offer.