Welcome to Bell House
Bell House is a volunteer-led charity in South London championing creative education and lifelong learning for all.
Discover our friendly creative arts workshops, short courses, talks and events
Artists’ Open House at Bell House
We are a volunteer-run charity. Find out how you can get involved!
Courses, tasters and workshops for all levels of experience
Enjoy our art activities led by professional artists
Find out more about our offerings including talks, courses, screenings and resources
Set behind the Georgian manor house, visitors can explore the peaceful two-acre garden on the first Saturday of the month
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: build on your bookbinding skills with visible stitches binding, tapestry weaving and pottery. View the ten oil paintings artist-in-residence Atalanta has produced during her time at Bell House.
BELL HEALTH: we have joined up with Menopause Connections to start a monthly Menopause Support group. Our upcoming talk will be on mental health during the perimenopause.
CREATIVE WRITING: learn how to build a narrative that people will enjoy reading through an eight-week writing course taught by Isabelle Grey.
MUSIC: spend an evening enchanted by performances of fringe poetry & music, guitar or a baroque ensemble.
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.
The Tipping Point: visit our Artists’ Open House which will feature over 40 artists. 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 recital (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.
Bell House Regulars
Bell House regular activities are expanding with Quilt Academy, Volunteer Gardening, Bell House Readers (adult literacy), ESOL for non-English speakers, Sunflower Stitchers, pottery and Shared Reading.
Latest Events
Did you miss one of our talks? Many are recorded. Here is the latest:
Latest News
Read more about what we are up to through our blogs below.
Upcoming Events
Discover how to make a hard cover and casing in for all levels!
£80.60 | In-person | Book here
A three-day exhibition bringing together new works by Bill Batten, Michael Ruh Studio and Thomas Wheller.
Free | In-person | Drop ins
A three-day exhibition bringing together new works by Bill Batten, Michael Ruh Studio and Thomas Wheller.
Free | In-person | Drop ins
Join wood carver and industrial designer Thomas Wheller for a three hour Carving a Wooden Spoon workshop held within the Intersection exhibition space.
£85.60 | In-person | Book here
We welcome you to explore our garden in the heart of Dulwich.
Donation | In-person | Book here
A three-day exhibition bringing together new works by Bill Batten, Michael Ruh Studio and Thomas Wheller.
Free | In-person | Drop ins
Join glassmaker Michael Ruh for an intimate 2.5-hour capturing light for photos and film workshop held within the Intersection exhibition space.
£45.60 | In-person | Book here
Join the exhibitors and curator of Intersection for a guided tour.
Free | In-person | Register here
Learn the step-by-step method of linoprinting, a printmaking process used by artists such as Picasso and Matisse.
£50.60 | In-person | Book here
Explore the relationship between speech, language and literacy needs, highlighting how developmental language disorder and dyslexia can overlap.
Free | Online | Register here
Need a little help with your phone, tablet or computer? Our friendly Digital Champions are here to assist you.
Free | In-person | Drop ins
Children with dyslexia may learn differently from you. This course has been designed to help you understand how you can best support a child at home and at school.
£25.60 | In-person | Book here
This session is designed to introduce you to letterpress printing using metal type in a very small group.
£60.60 | In-person | Book here
This session is designed to introduce you to letterpress printing using metal type in a very small group.
£60.60 | In-person | Book here
Bell House is offering free, 1:1 appointments to parents and carers who would like to speak to a dyslexia specialist about their child's literacy difficulties.
Free | In-person | Book here
This class is for beginners, as well as those with a little experience, and the perfect practice session to improve your foundational weaving skills.
£125.60 | In-person | Book here
Have you an idea for a feature film, TV Drama pilot episode or a short film? Here's your chance to start putting it into writing with Channel 4’s former Head of Drama, Peter Ansorge.
£175.60 | In-person | Book here
An inspiring and practical talk by Sally Rendel on how we can support wildlife in our South London gardens.
Rescheduled to March 2027
Learn the step-by-step method of linoprinting, a printmaking process used by artists such as Picasso and Matisse.
£50.60 | In-person | Book here
Dyslexia doesn't end at school. For many adults, it shapes how they work, communicate and see themselves every day. Join us for an evening that is honest, inspiring and practical.
Free | In-person | Booking link to follow
Combine the slow pleasures of natural dye, print and collage in this creative afternoon workshop – and leave with a set of handmade fabric postcards that are genuinely too beautiful to send.
£50.60 | In-person | Book here
Children with dyslexia may learn differently from you. This course has been designed to help you understand how you can best support a child at home and at school.
£25.60 | In-person | Book here
Hear curator Róisín Inglesby unpick some of the fascinating aspects of the Japanese Mingei folk craft movement, learn about its history and how it’s still relevant today.
£10.60 | In-person | Book here
This month we’ll be helping you fix your Christmas stuff.
Free | In-person | Register here
A hands-on, two-hour workshop where you design and build your own pop-up paper page — new theme, new mechanism every session.
£20.60 | In-person | Book here
Emilija Karaliute celebrates the kanklės, Lithuania’s national instrument, through classical, contemporary and folk music. A twice-time National Laureate, she shares her rich cultural heritage with audiences worldwide.
£22.60 | In-person | Book here
Explore how outstanding 19th and 20th-century paintings by artists including Monet, Renoir, Picasso and Matisse were each inspired by the French Riviera’s luminous beauty.
£8.60 | In-person | Book here
Learn the step-by-step method of collograph printing, a process where you create your own printing plate by attaching various textures and cut-out shapes.
£40.60 | In-person | Book here
Kick off the festive season by learning to create a gorgeous wreath with an array of seasonal florals.
£75.60 | In-person | Book here
Children with dyslexia may learn differently from you. This course has been designed to help you understand how you can best support a child at home and at school.
£25.60 | In-person | Book here
Join artist Sarah Wetherall for this month’s class in which you will learn how to use gold metal leaf on paper and wood. Light up a pencil drawing, gild some wooden leaves and take home something special …. and some new skills.
£45.60 | In-person | Book here
This 2-hour workshop will teach you about visible and invisible darning of your beloved woollens, helping you keep the clothes you own for longer.
£55.60 In-person | Book here
This class is an introduction to the Japanese Art of Sashiko Stitching. ‘Sashiko’ meaning ‘little stab’ is a beautiful way to mend, add strength to garments and utilize patching techniques.
£55.60 | In-person | Book here
Upcoming Pottery Workshops
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