Welcome to Bell House

Bell House is a volunteer led charity that provides creative learning for people of all ages and backgrounds. Our vision is to offer an opportunity to gather for learning, enjoyment and friendship in a special place. We are: Collaborative, Curious, Generous, Inclusive, Kind, Open, Reliable.

What's On

Bell House offers a combination of online and in-person events, with a little something for everyone.

Bell Creatives

From taster film making courses to weekly poetry evenings, Bell Creatives provides information on the various arts and culture courses talks that are available at Bell House.

Bell Health

From questions about vaccinations and cancer to concerns about periods, menopause, anxiety and panic attacks, Bell Health runs regular events and support groups that are designed to help with better understanding of specific health-related topics.

Dyslexia Support

From dyslexia screenings to training sessions for parents and teachers supporting individuals with dyslexia, our main aim is to empower dyslexic learners through our events and carefully crafted resources.

House Regulars

Run mostly by volunteers, Bell House Regulars are regular groups that meet either weekly or fortnightly for activities such as quilt making, gardening, reading and much more!

Bell House Open Garden - Saturday, 6 April 2024

Set behind the Georgian manor house, visitors can explore the peaceful two-acre garden.

Upcoming Events at Bell House

How about learning a new skill, meeting new friends and enjoying the peaceful space at Bell House. Why not come along to one of our workshops or talks?

ART, SKILLS & CRAFTS: try out something new this Spring/Summer: handprint wrapping paper, taster class in bookbinding, build on you bookbinding skills with coptic binding or visible stitches workshops, create art work with scissors, drawing, tapestry weaving and pottery.

BELL HEALTH: we have joined up with Menopause Connections to start a monthly Menopause Support group. Our next talk will look at the the importance of sleep in menopause and natural solutions to symptoms. In May we will be mental health during the perimenopause.

Russ Kane, co-founder of Men’s Radio Station returns to speak about men’s mental health and why men find it difficult to talk.

DRAMA: we are forming a Drama Club for 12-16s starting in April, lead by Faisal Acosta to build up self-confidence.

DYSLEXIA: Our popular touch-typing course will run during the Easter break in April.

TALKS: learn more about where you live through our history talks where we will be covering the Lost Mansions of Dulwich Village. Elizabeth Buchan talks about her latest novel “Bonjour Sophie” with Isabelle Grey. Curator Toni Turk talks about curating UK’s first major exhibition mapping the design evolution of the skateboard. Geoff Hodge will be revealing how to bring colour to your garden all year round.

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Bell House Gift Vouchers

We offer Bell House Gift Vouchers! Choose from a Bell House Pottery Workshop Voucher or a Bell House Events Voucher which can be redeemed at future events. We have lots of exciting workshops and talks planned for 2024.

Dulwich Festival at Bell House

The Tipping Point: visit our Artists’ Open House which will feature over 40 artist. We will be open both weekends 11/12th & 18/19th May from 11am to 6pm and you can meet our curators on Thursday 16th May. During the week we have a guitar concert (14th May), a talk about celebrating demonstrations (15th May), and local cook Dani will be giving tips on how to pep up your everyday cooking (13th May).

Volunteering at Bell House

We need you!

Volunteering is a great way to meet people from all walks of life, try something new and help out great causes no matter your age.

The Bell House Publicity Team is looking for a volunteer to co-ordinate our publicity team. This will involve setting up regular meetings and is a creative opportunity for those wanting to gain experience and be part of a friendly welcoming team.

The Bell Health Project aims to spread knowledge of good physical and mental health, using events and films. We are looking for volunteers interested in publicising our events and developing links with local GP practices, to join the current group.

Bell House is looking for volunteer Events Co-ordinators to join our team and assist with the implementation of our programme of events and activities. You will help plan the programme of talks and workshops, liaise with the Bell House project leaders and speakers, and oversee the logistics for both online and in-person events.

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