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Shorelife Celebration: WWT Castle Espie Resident Ceramicist family workshop

WWT Castle Espie Wetland Centre, 78 Ballydrain Road, Comber, County Down, BT23 6EA
Artist Tracey Johnston

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Join WWT Castle Espie Resident Ceramicist artist Tracey Johnston in The Bothy at WWT Castle Espie for this fun clay workshop.

Often found at her pottery wheel, Tracey draws inspiration from the wildlife and landscape around her, encouraging visitors to pause, listen and connect with nature. Families can take part in a fun clay workshop, creating their own Castle Espie brick keyring from air-dry clay to take home on the day.

This activity is one element of the wider Shorelife Celebration. Overall the event runs from 10am to 5pm with lots of free and pre-bookable activities to enjoy.

All details are subject to change.

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Drop-in anytime between 10am until 5pm (10 Oct 2026)

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