The Mill Hoppers Club for 11 – 16 Year Olds
February 2016 saw the launch of our new Mill Hoppers group aimed at young people aged 11-16 year old, and we hope to see it’s continual growth in 2024! The group meets once a month for workshops based around arts, science, engineering and digital technology.
A PDF copy of the Mill Hoppers programme for 2024 can be downloaded HERE.
To enrol your child as a Mill Hopper please download the form located HERE and return it to Heron Corn Mill, either by post, dropping it in to the office or by emailing to [email protected].
The Mill Hoppers 11 – 16 Year Olds Programme 2024
Food for Thought
Sunday 19th May
Sunday 23rd June
Sunday 14th July
Sunday 15th September
Sunday 13th October
Sunday 24th November
Food for Thought is a group where teenagers can learn the ins and outs of baking and cooking alongside other like-minded young people. The group meets once a month in our Shepherd’s Hut, and is primarily focused on helping teenagers who may find it difficult to make friends, or have limited access to other social activities.
Beat n’ Slam
Sunday 9th June
Sunday 22nd September
Write your own lyrical slam poems with poet Ann Grant, as she uses some fun and easy word games to awaken your inner lyricist! Then create live, rhythmic accompaniments with drumming legend and Boom Dang artistic director Therese Johnston, before sharing your creations with the group open-mic style!
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Sunday 2nd June
Sunday 21st July
Sunday 1st September
Sunday 6th October
Sunday 1st December
Join artists Phil, Damo and
Nicole for these informal and
creative sessions for ages 13 and up, where you can learn the fundamentals of filmmaking, music and digital art while developing your own ideas!
Waxy Wonders & Halloween Fun
Saturday 26th October
1.40pm – 4.00pm
The Ulverston Candlelit Company will return to Heron Corn Mill for a celebration of all things Halloween, as the Mill Hoppers will create some spooky wax sculptures and carve some terrifying pumpkins!
Minecraft Workshops with Joel Mills
- Advanced Millwright Masterclass
Sunday 7th July
Challenge your building and engineering skills as you explore a variety of complex blocks and mechanisms. - Mastering Minecraft: The Final Project
Sunday 10th November
Apply the skills you’ve learned to construct a fully functioning and sustainable mill!
A basic understanding of Minecraft playing skills are required to join these sessions.
All workshops run from 11.00am – 4.00pm unless otherwise stated.
Due to limited availability, places in workshops will be allocated by the office and the parents of children attending will receive an email reminder in advance of each session.
All workshops are FREE to attend.
Please ensure children have a packed lunch for all day sessions.
Please note dates are subject to change.
Supported by The Heritage Lottery Fund, The Sharples Charitable Trust, The Garfield Weston Foundation, The Van Neste Foundation, The Fort Foundation, The James Cropper Foundation, The Sabina Sutherland Charitable Trust, and The Areti Charitable Trust.
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