Try something new with Create and Discover

What if your next favourite hobby is right on your doorstep?

Create and Discover is a playful new challenge inviting you to explore the incredible creative and cultural experiences across Basingstoke and Deane. From hands-on workshops to live performances, this campaign is all about trying something new, discovering local venues, and building new creative habits along the way.

Simply pick up a Create and Discover scratch card, choose an activity that sparks your curiosity, and dive in. Each time you complete an activity, you scratch it off your card and unlock a reward connected to that experience.

Whether you're feeling artistic, curious, adventurous, or just looking for a great night out, there’s something waiting for you.

How does it work?

Getting started with Create and Discover is easy:

1. Pick up your card - collect a Create and Discover scratch card from any participating venue (listed below).
2. Choose your activity - choose an activity from your card that sparks your curiosity, whether it’s something creative, cultural, or completely new to you.
3. Give it a go - step outside your usual routine and try something different. Creativity and culture are for everyone, and this is your chance to explore what’s on your doorstep.
4. Scratch and reveal - Completed the activity? Scratch off the panel and uncover your reward. 
5. Stamp and redeem - show your card to a member of staff at that venue to get it stamped and redeem your reward. 
6. Keep the momentum going - pick your next activity and continue your journey. The more you take part, the more you’ll discover. How many can you complete before the end of the year?

What can you discover?

1.Take an evening to sip wine and paint at Azure Art Academy 
Enjoy an evening of painting, music and relaxation at an Azure Art Academy Wine and Paint night. Expect a fun, social atmosphere with 80s music, plenty of laughter, and guidance from resident artist Liam.
All materials are provided, including your canvas and paints, plus a complimentary drink. Best of all, you’ll leave with your own finished artwork.
Hosted monthly at Basingstoke Rugby Club.

2. Try a two-hour glassmaking workshop at Atelier Vidrio
Design and create your own fused glass piece at Atelier Vidrio’s welcoming family-run studio in Viables Craft Centre.
During this two-hour workshop, you’ll learn essential techniques, including how to cut and handle glass safely, with expert guidance throughout.
To book: info@ateliervidrio.com | 07513 505244 (Mention Create and Discover when booking).    

3. Attend 'Friday Night is Music Night' at Anvil Arts (Fri 29 May)
BBC Radio 3’s much-loved Friday Night is Music Night arrives at Anvil Arts for a special live recording with the BBC Concert Orchestra.
Expect a vibrant programme of nostalgic favourites, popular melodies and orchestral classics.
This event has now passed.

4. Experience live music at “Listen Up” in the town centre
Enjoy a whole afternoon of free live music across Basingstoke town centre as Listen Up brings together more than 20 performances from emerging and established artists.
Delivered in partnership with RB Music and Jazz & Beyond Basingstoke, performances will take place across five venues: Royal Exchange, Laarsen’s, The Wote Street Club, Tea Bar and The White Hart.
The event is free to attend and open to all, although under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.
Find out more about the line-up and venues at lovebasingstoke.co.uk/events/listen-up or follow Love Basingstoke on social media.

5. Discover Britain’s oldest working silk mill in Whitchurch.
Step inside living history at Whitchurch Silk Mill, where working looms, historic machinery, and a beautiful riverside setting tell the story of traditional silk weaving.
Visitors can explore at their own pace and experience a unique blend of heritage and creativity.
Open Tuesday – Sunday and Bank Holidays, 10:30am – 5pm.

6. Try a jewellery making class at Hampshire School of Jewellery
Ever wanted to make your own silver ring or bangle? Hampshire School of Jewellery offers friendly, hands-on classes for all levels at their Basingstoke studio.
Choose from introductory workshops or longer courses and learn skills ranging from traditional techniques to modern silver art clay.

7. Visit all three floors of the Willis Museum and explore the Sainsbury Gallery
Located in Basingstoke’s former town hall, the Willis Museum offers a fascinating journey through local history alongside regional and national exhibitions.
You can also discover workshops, trails, and activities during your visit.
Open Wednesday to Saturday 10am – 5pm and Sundays 10am–4pm
Free admission.

8. Join a South Asian inspired dance class at Kala The Arts
Kala The Arts is an award-winning organisation and a leading voice for South Asian arts in the UK. Their classes introduce participants to dance and music traditions including Kathak, Odissi, Hindustani vocal music, and Tabla.
Sessions are open to a variety of experience levels and offer a wonderful opportunity to explore new cultural forms.
To register, visit www.kalathearts.co.uk or email admin@kalathearts.co.uk (mention Create and Discover).

9. See a contemporary theatre performance at Proteus Creation Space
Come and see a brand-new piece of contemporary theatre at Proteus Creation Space, an award winning theatre company offering affordable, professional theatre experiences right on your doorstep.
Find out what’s on and book tickets for Proteus.

10. Watch an Exit 6 Film Showcase at Proteus Creation Space
Get a taste of the acclaimed Exit 6 Film Festival at a special showcase evening celebrating standout short films from previous years.
A brilliant opportunity for film lovers to discover fresh voices and creative storytelling.
Find out more about Exit 6 film festival: https://www.exit6filmfestival.com/
Book your tickets online with Proteus (once they are announced).

11. Watch an outdoor performance at Basingstoke Festival
Celebrate creativity in the open air at the award-winning Basingstoke Festival. Across three weekends, Friday 19 June to Sunday 5 July, the borough comes alive with street theatre, circus, music, storytelling, and dance.
Explore the programme for Basingstoke Festival.

12. Create and submit your art piece to THAT Gallery pop-up space competition
Feeling inspired? THAT Gallery’s open art competition invites you to create a piece inspired by the gallery or its artists. Open to multiple age categories, the competition celebrates creativity and personal expression.
Submission Window: 1 March – 31 May
Find out how to enter: thatgallery.contact@gmail.com

Create and Discover Campaign Terms and Conditions

1. The Campaign

1.1 Create and Discover (“the Campaign”) is a cultural engagement programme designed to encourage participation in creative and cultural activities across Basingstoke and Deane.

1.2 The Campaign is operated by Love Basingstoke with the support of Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council of Civic Offices, London Road, Basingstoke, RG21 4AH (“the Promoter”).

1.3 Those who wish to participate can select and complete at least one activity on the official campaign scratch card (“the Card”), which features a range of creative and cultural activities taking place across the borough. Once the activity has been completed, participants should scratch off the panel corresponding to their chosen activity to reveal discounts, rewards and free trials (“Incentives”). Incentives are supplied by local third-party providers (“Participating Organisations”).

1.4 Participation in the Campaign constitutes acceptance of these Terms and Conditions.

2. Participation

2.1 The Campaign will run from 8:30am on 1 April 2026 (the “Opening Date”) until 4:00pm on 31 December 2026 (the “Closing Date”), inclusive (“the Campaign Period”), subject to Card availability.

2.2 How to participate:

a)        Collect a Card - Cards can be collected from a Participating Organisation / Venue, the Campaign Period.

b)       Choose an Activity - Participants must choose and complete one or more of the Activities listed on the Card.

c)        Scratch the Card – Participants should scratch the panel associated with the activity they have carried out. The scratched panel will reveal an Incentive.

d)       Validate – Participants should present the Card to a Participating Organisation for a validation stamp.  Stamps will be supplied by the Promoter. Details about how to redeem are featured on the Card. All Cards must be validated by the Participating Organisations before the Closing Date.

e)        Use Incentive – Incentives must be redeemed or booked through Participating Organisations. Incentives may be redeemed after the Closing Date at the discretion of the Participating Organisation, unless the Incentive occurs before the Closing Date or is subject to availability.

2.3 Scratching a panel without completing the associated activity will invalidate the Card.

2.4 The Promoter reserves the right to extend, amend, or conclude the Campaign at its discretion where operationally necessary.

3. Participating Organisations, Activities & Incentives

3.1 Participating Organisations, Activities and Incentives included in the campaign are listed in the below table:

Participating Organisations	Activities	Incentives
Whitchurch Silk Mill (28 Winchester St, Whitchurch RG28 7AL)	Discover one of the oldest silk mills in the south of England	50% off a guidebook in the shop
Anvil Arts (Churchill Way, Basingstoke RG21 7QR)	Attend 'Friday Night is Music Night' at (Fri 29 May)	£10 off the International Concert Series tickets at Anvil Arts (when booking top 3 price brackets)
Atelier Vidrio (The Harrow Way Viables Craft Centre Unit 16, Basingstoke RG22 4BJ)	Try a two-hour glassmaking workshop	Free one-hour workshop at Atelier Vidrio
Hampshire School of Jewellery (Business Centre, Basingstoke RG24 8UQ)	Discover a jewellery making class at Hampshire School of Jewellery	10% off your next class booking at Hampshire School of Jewellery (class price only, materials excluded)
Azure Art Academy	Take an evening to sip wine and do some painting at Azure Art Academy	Reward: £5 off a future Wine and Paint evening, ask the workshop leader for your discount code when receiving your stamp
Love Basingstoke	Attend Listen Up in the town centre	50% off a 1 to 1 balloon modelling workshop with Scratch Built Productions, email becky@scratchbuiltproductions.com to book your session in!
THAT Gallery (18-20 Church St, Basingstoke RG21 7LJ)	Take part in an art competition with THAT Gallery by completing your own piece of art and submitting it	Have the chance to display your art at THAT Gallery for one month
Proteus Creation Space (Council Rd, Basingstoke RG21 3DH)	See a contemporary theatre performance at Proteus Creation Space	See a second piece of theatre for just £5, ask the venue for the discount code when receiving your stamp
Proteus Creation Space (Council Rd, Basingstoke RG21 3DH)	Watch an Exit 6 Film Showcase at Proteus Creation Space	Receive £7 off tickets for the Exit 6 Film Festival. Ask the venue for the discount code when receiving your stamp
Basingstoke Festival	Watch an outdoor performance at Basingstoke Festival	50% off the 18+ adults-only pantomime Rubbin’ Wood by Pumpkin Pantos, ask a festival steward for the discount code
Willis Museum (Market Place, Basingstoke RG21 7QD)	Visit all three floors of the Willis Museum, take in a touring exhibition in the Sainsbury Gallery	Enjoy 10% off in the Willis Museum café
Kala The Arts	Try a South Asian inspired dance class at Kala The Arts	Want to go with a friend? Enjoy 50% off for a friend at your next class

3.2 Participation in an Activity may be subject to a ticket price unless explicitly stated otherwise.

3.3 Participation in Activities and Incentives are subject to the individual terms, conditions, availability, and booking requirements of each Participating Organisation.

3.4   The Promoter is not responsible for activity cancellations, scheduling changes, or capacity limitations.

3.5 Activities and Incentives may not be suitable for all ages. Age restrictions and suitability are determined by the individual participating organisations.

3.6 Incentives have no cash value, are non-negotiable and non-transferable and are subject to availability and any restrictions set by the Participating Organisations

3.7 Incentives may require advance booking and may be limited by date, time, or event type.

3.8 A valid Campaign stamp will be required to redeem an Incentive.

4. Redemption

4.1 Incentives must be redeemed directly with the participating organisation unless stated otherwise.

4.2 Participants are responsible for checking deadlines and conditions with the Participating Organisations.

4.3 Lost, damaged, or altered Cards will not be accepted.

5. Eligibility

5.1 The Campaign is primarily designed for adult participants, as some Activities and Incentives may be subject to age restrictions, including 18+ requirements, as determined by Participating Organisations.

5.2 Participants aged under 18 may take part only where the chosen activity is not subject to an age restriction and with the permission of a parent or legal guardian. It is the responsibility of participants (and parents/guardians where applicable) to ensure that activities are not subject to age restrictions.

5.3 By participating in the Campaign, you confirm that you are eligible to do so and eligible to claim an Incentive. The Participating Organisation may require you to provide proof of age upon booking or redeeming an Incentive.

5.4 The Promoter accepts no responsibility for determining the suitability of individual activities.

5.5 There is a limit of one Card per person

5.6 The Promoter reserves the right to refuse participation where it reasonably believes the Campaign is being misused.

5.7 The Cards are subject to availability.

6. Limitation of Liability

6.1 Insofar as is permitted by law, the Promoter, its agents or distributors will not in any circumstances be responsible or liable to compensate participants or accept any liability for any loss, damage, personal injury or death occurring as a result of taking up an incentive except where it is caused by the negligence of the Promoter, its agents or distributors or that of their employees. Your statutory rights are not affected.

6.2The Promoter accepts no responsibility for:

a)        Participant experiences at third-party venues

b)        Changes to incentives or activities

c)        Inability to redeem incentives due to availability or booking constraints

6.3 Participation is at the individual’s own risk.

7. Campaign Changes

7.1 The Promoter reserves the right to amend, suspend, or withdraw the Campaign where necessary.

7.2 Activities, incentives, and Participating Organisations may change without notice.

8. Data Protection

8.1 Any personal data collected in relation to the Campaign will be processed in accordance with the Data Protection Act and UK GDPR.

8.2 Personal data will not be used for purposes unrelated to Campaign administration without consent.

8.3 Participants may need to provide personal information directly to a third party to redeem it. The Promotor does not have knowledge or involvement in the collection or processing of this data and accepts no responsibility for how the third party handles this information. Participants should refer to third parties’ terms and conditions and privacy notice for further details.

9. General

9.1 The Promoter’s decisions regarding Campaign operation are final.

9.2 If there is any reason to believe that there has been fraud, misuse or breach of these Terms and Conditions, the Promoter may, at its sole discretion, reserve the right to exclude you from participating in the Campaign.

9.3 These Terms and Conditions are governed by English law. If any entrants to this promotion wish to take court proceedings, then they must do this within the courts in the United Kingdom.

Any questions, please get in touch with: hello@lovebasingstoke.co.uk

May 2026