Awe & Wonder is a free of charge, pop-up creative art initiative for children to explore alongside their caregivers. The project was set up by Victoria, an Early Years Teacher, to address a severe lack of early years opportunities in Crewkerne, and offer a unique creative play experience for children and adults.

For the past two years, we have been awarded grants by Somerset Community Foundation, Somerset Council and Dorset Council to deliver creative projects for families living in Somerset and Dorset.

Our sessions offer a variety of open-ended materials and mediums such as; object making, light and shadow play, transient art, and sensory explorations (including paint and clay).

In February 2025, Awe and Wonder received charity status with the Charity Commission.

This blog is a platform for us to showcase the work we do, and the possible impacts of having a creative play space in our town.

Our aims:

• To encourage everyone to see themselves as artists;
• Enhance collaboration between children, caregivers, artists, professionals, and the local community;
• To offer a unique, creative space focused on creativity and imagination.