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Art and Wellbeing Programme

The Art and Wellbeing programme provides opportunities for those that would otherwise not be able to access and enjoy arts and heritage services to take part in creative and therapeutic workshops.

Our philosophy embodies the notion that art has the power to make you feel good - which is why we are passionate about providing art for everyone. 

Whether you choose to become a Lightbox Member, attend a fundraising event, visit an exhibition or buy something from our Shop, all proceeds feed back into the charity, which means our Art and Wellbeing programme can thrive. Find out more about donating to The Lightbox here.

If you would like to discover more about art for wellbeing, you can read these posts below:

  • Why the arts are important for your wellbeing
  • The impact of art on the wellbeing of children
  • Increasing child development through art
  • Mental health and being kind to your body
  • Combating loneliness

Our Creative Resources for you to do at home in your own time, also contribute to our programme. The following sessions are all included in the Art and Wellbeing programme and gives a snapshot of the work we do:

Open Mind

Open Mind

An interactive relaxed monthly tour with Catalyst – A Mental Health and Wellbeing charity. Read more

Published: 29th January, 2017

Updated: 21st April, 2023

Author: Bethany Hopper

Art in Mind

Art in Mind

A programme of monthly art workshops for people living with dementia and their care givers. Read more

Published: 7th February, 2017

Updated: 1st November, 2023

Author: Bethany Hopper

Art Without Walls

Art Without Walls

An arts-based outreach programme bringing resources to local care homes. Read more

Published: 21st May, 2018

Updated: 21st April, 2023

Author: Bethany Hopper

Drawing for Adults

Drawing for Adults

Relax and reflect in this free drawing session for adults. Read more

Published: 6th October, 2022

Updated: 7th October, 2022

Author: Sarah Evans

Carers Create

Carers Create

Supporting Young Carers in the borough to take a break and enjoy the arts. Read more

Published: 7th October, 2022

Author: Heather Thomas

Drop-in Creative Sessions for Families

Drop-in Creative Sessions for Families

Families can enjoy a range of creative craft sessions for free during school holidays. Read more

Published: 7th October, 2022

Updated: 15th June, 2023

Author: Sarah Evans

Mini Gallery Explorers

Mini Gallery Explorers

Inspire imaginations and improve literacy in our mini gallery explorer sessions. Read more

Published: 7th October, 2022

Author: Sarah Evans

York Road Project

York Road Project

Workshops in partnership with York Road Project homeless accommodation in Woking. Read more

Published: 7th October, 2022

Updated: 11th November, 2022

Author: Bethany Hopper

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  • An evening with Grayson Perry

    An evening with Grayson Perry

    Join us for an exclusive fundraising event to celebrate Grayson Perry's large -scale tapestries.

  • Heritage Exhibition: Creativity Unwrapped: Music and Performance in Woking

    Heritage Exhibition: Creativity Unwrapped: Music and Performance in Woking

    To celebrate Heritage Open Day’s theme of ‘Creativity Unwrapped’ this year, we are exploring Woking’s musical past. From the Atalanta Ballroom to The Jam, Woking has had a rich and creative musical history. Find out more and visit the display in Woking's Story on our first floor.

  • Deep Looking: Consuelo Simpson, Dawn Langley and Janet McWilliam

    Deep Looking: Consuelo Simpson, Dawn Langley and Janet McWilliam

    05 – 24 March 2024

  • Echoes of Paintings - Grayson Perry’s Inspirations

    Echoes of Paintings - Grayson Perry’s Inspirations

    Join Peter Hall, Head of Exhibitions from The Lightbox as he provides detailed information on each of the tapestries, along with explanations of the ten art works that informed them.

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  • Bridget Riley: Pleasures of Sight

    Bridget Riley: Pleasures of Sight

    18 December 2021 - 10 April 2022

  • Job Opportunities

    Job Opportunities

    Links to volunteer or be a part of our freelance pool of artists.

  • Our Team

    Our Team

    Information about staff team at The Lightbox.

  • How to Draw: Shading Techniques

    How to Draw: Shading Techniques

    Perfect your skills with help from our fortnightly blog revealing our tips and tricks on how to improve your drawing.

  • David Hockney: Ways of Working

    David Hockney: Ways of Working

    Explore the exhibition digitally.

  • The Ingram Collection

    The Ingram Collection

    The Ingram Collection is one of the largest and most significant publicly accessible collections of Modern British Art in the UK.

  • The Crossword’s Puzzling History by Rosemary and Richard Christophers

    The Crossword’s Puzzling History by Rosemary and Richard Christophers

    Heritage volunteers Rosemary and Richard fill in the blanks on the crossword puzzle's origins and history.

  • Stretched & Fired at The Lightbox

    Stretched & Fired at The Lightbox

    Stretched & Fired at The Lightbox

  • Volunteer with Us

    Volunteer with Us

    Find out more about our volunteering opportunities.

  • How to Draw: Animals Using Shapes

    How to Draw: Animals Using Shapes

    From elephants to turtles to horses to rats, Head of Learning and Engagement Heather Thomas guides us through some simple cartooning techniques to help you draw animals.

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Donate to The Lightbox

Donate to The Lightbox

Please consider donating to The Lightbox charity if you are able to help. Read more

Published: 9th April, 2018

Updated: 8th June, 2023

Author: Bethany Hopper

The Exhibition Circle

The Exhibition Circle

Join our exclusive network of art enthusiasts and provide vital support to our cultural programme. Read more

Published: 5th May, 2021

Updated: 7th March, 2022

Author: Alexandra Corneanu

Donate to The Lightbox • Work with Us

Admission

General Admission Free
This includes Stretched & Fired Café, the Shop, the Art Fund Prize Gallery and Woking's Story museum.

Main and Upper Galleries:
Lightbox Members Free
Under 18s Free
£10.50 Day Pass Plus*
£9.50 Day Pass
£4.75 with National Art Pass

*Includes £1 donation to The Lightbox Art and Wellbeing programme.

Opening Hours

Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat:
10.00am – 5.00pm
Sun: 11.00am – 4.00pm

Closed Mondays and Bank Holidays.

Please note we will close at 2pm on Tuesday 19th December.

Advance warning for Christmas We will close at 4pm on Sunday 24th December and reopen on Tuesday 2nd January 2024.

Find us

01483 737800

The Lightbox, Chobham Road
Woking, Surrey, GU21 4AA



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