Hampshire Writers’ Society

Play to the Crowd is an Arts and Education Charity. We believe in a world where Communities are Delighted and United through live performance and participation. We put culture, learning, joy and community at the heart of all our work. We run both a beautiful heritage venue, Theatre Royal Winchester, and the internationally recognized Outdoor Arts Festival, Hat Fair. Our charitable mission is to Delight and Unite Communities through the power of live performance and participation by; Celebrating the joy excellent creative performance experiences offer Connecting people together to improve community cohesion and reduce loneliness Improving mental wellbeing and fostering happiness Nurturing talent and offering opportunity

Sage and Salt Studio is a vibrant art gallery in the heart of Petersfield, showcasing nature-inspired work by over 70 local artisans. Alongside our gallery, we offer a dedicated studio space that hosts a regular programme of art and craft workshops led by local artists. We also feature The Craft Pantry which is a unique, self-guided creative experience where visitors can book a two-hour session and choose from a selection of materials to explore a craft at their own pace.

Culture in Common is a community-led arts and culture programme for the New Forest, funded by Arts Council England’s Creative People and Places initiative. Led by a consortium including Energise Me, Folio, The Handy Trust, New Forest District Council, and the National Park Authority, it aims to increase cultural engagement in underserved areas. Since 2022, it has reached over 45,000 residents through workshops, exhibitions, and creative clubs, co-designed with local communities to reflect their interests and needs.