Apron helps local communities thrive by creating vibrant natural spaces where people come together to learn, share and grow. We offer intergenerational arts and crafts workshops, cultural heritage events and inclusive pop-up sessions in venues across our town.

The Apron Community Garden in Shoreham-By-Sea offers a diverse range of inclusive community sessions, workshops, events, and volunteering opportunities.

Summer Events at the Garden

Nature School Family Picnic - 1st August 2025

Join us at Apron Community Garden for a family picnic drop in 10am - 12:30pm

Monday Morning Arts and Crafts

Monday the 4th, 11th and 18th August 10am - 11:30am

Volunteer Party - Saturday 23rd August

Gardening, mending, tidying and celebrating the summer together!

10am - 12:30pm

Beehive Drama and Yoga

Monday the 1st, Tuesday the 2nd and Wednesday the 3rd September 9:00 - 12:00

Previous Event - Introduction to Willow Weaving

Sussex Craft Week 2025 was the first edition of a new festival of craft to celebrate Sussex’s place as the hub of contemporary craft revival, and the home of heritage craft. It was be held 14-22 June 2025, in venues across East and West Sussex.

Apron Community Garden took part with local artist and maker Anna Twinam Cauchi who demonstrated the uses of willow as a heritage craft material.

Term Time Sessions at the Apron Community Garden

Testimonial Entries

“Being a mum to young children can feel lonely and scary, most days I wonder if I'm doing enough or doing it right, but at Apron on a Monday we are all just there as we are - no front, no pretence.”

- Katie Robertson

“A safe space for the children to make, play and be. Donation only so no pressure financially making it really accessible for everyone. Warm and relaxed- with coffee - my favourite sort of group.”

- Vicki

“Great, family friendly environment and lots of different activities to stimulate young minds. A great initiative!”

- Bianca Donnelly

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