ALMOST 1,000 people flocked to Jelleyman’s Heritage Arts Charity in Kidderminster on Saturday for the annual Spring Spectacular.
A variety of activities were on offer at the event, which aimed to raise vital funds to support the charity’s ongoing efforts for enriching art classes, workshops, and community projects, as well as preserving and restoring the beautiful Victorian industrial mill.
Julie and Andy Painter enjoy the food on offer. Picture by Marcus Mingins 1725004MMR4
Among the activities for all ages were live music performances from the Rub-A-Dub Pub Club, more than 50 indoor craft stalls, a dedicated children’s craft area and the grand opening of the new community cafe.
Rub a Dub Pop Club. Picture by Marcus Mingins 1725004MMR3
Visitors viewed plans for the mill’s new garden project, witnessed open craft workshops at the ‘Craft Jelley’, enjoyed delicious hot food stalls and visited the two fully-stocked bars. They also directly contributed to the preservation of the historical landmark – a key part of Kidderminster’s industrial, carpet manufacturing heritage.
Relaxing in the sunshine listening to music. Picture by Marcus Mingins 1725004MMR5
Samuel Davis, CEO of Jelleyman’s Heritage Arts Charity, was delighted with how it went.
He said: “It was phenomenal. We had some really great feedback and most of the stallholders, the bands and the studio which provided the stage all said they could not wait to come back to the next one in August.”
Margaret Bradley getting her knitting done. Picture by Marcus Mingins 1725004MMR7
This was the third festival after events last August and December.
Cat Illingworth willow weaving. Picture by Marcus Mingins 1725004MMR6
Samuel added: “It has gone from strength-to-strength and has been getting bigger and better – this one was the best so far.
“None of us get paid. It’s all done with volunteers and when you get a response like this it makes it all worthwhile.”
