0151 236 0855Learning Disability Week 2026: Art Workshop
Join Bluecoat and Blue Room at The POD for a relaxed and inclusive creative workshop as part of Learning Disability Week 2026. This year’s theme:
Do You See Me?
Together, we’ll explore creativity, self-expression and ideas through collaborative art-making in a welcoming community environment.
No previous art experience needed. Just come along and get creative.
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Part of Learning Disability Week 2026
As part of Learning Disability Week 2026, this event celebrates this year’s theme, “Do You See Me?”. Throughout the week, people and communities across the UK are coming together to recognise the voices, experiences, talents and everyday lives of people with learning disabilities.
What To Expect
This inclusive creative session invites people to explore ideas, creativity and self-expression through collaborative art activities led by Blue Room.
Whether you already enjoy art or simply want to try something new, everyone is welcome to take part.
During the session, participants can expect:
Collaborative and creative activities
Guided artistic exploration
A welcoming and relaxed atmosphere
Opportunities to share ideas and experiences
Inclusive and welcoming
Everyone is invited
Creative and collaborative
Explore ideas through music
No experience needed
Just turn up and take part
About Blue Room
Blue Room is Bluecoat’s inclusive arts project supporting learning disabled and neurodivergent artists to develop creative skills, collaborate with others and share their work through ambitious artistic projects and workshops.
Through creativity and collaboration, Blue Room creates opportunities for people to connect, express themselves and explore new ideas through art.
About The Pod
The POD (Pioneers of Development) is a welcoming community space designed to bring people together through creativity, conversation, learning and inclusive community activity.
Accessibility & Inclusion
We want everyone attending to feel welcome, comfortable and included.
The POD is an accessible venue with a relaxed and inclusive environment. Support staff, carers, families and friends are welcome to attend alongside participants.
This workshop is designed to be informal, supportive and open to all experience levels. There is no pressure to create in any particular way or to have previous experience with art activities.
If you have any questions about accessibility or support before attending, please get in touch.
Planning Your Visit
This event takes place on Tuesday 16 June 2026 at The POD in Birkenhead.
The workshop will take place in the Gallery space at The POD from 11am to 1pm
Further information about attending, accessibility and booking can be found within the event listing above.
Join Us During Learning Disability Week
Whether you want to try something creative, meet new people or simply enjoy the atmosphere, we’d love to welcome you to The POD during Learning Disability Week 2026.
Come along, explore your creativity and be part of a welcoming and inclusive community event.
