Art at Woodside Annexe, The Hellingly Centre

VENUE: Woodside Annexe, The Hellingly Centre, BN27 4ER

Art & history exhibition from staff & residents. *13th Sept 10am – 2pm only*

The Hellingly Centre is delighted to announce its participation in this year’s Hailsham Festival Arts Trail with a unique exhibition taking place on Saturday 13th September, from 10am to 2pm.

The exhibition will be held at Woodside Annexe, just before the entrance to the new hospital site. This special event will feature a powerful and diverse collection of artwork created by both staff and service users, showcasing the vibrant creativity and collaborative spirit within the Centre.

Alongside the contemporary art on display, visitors will also have the opportunity to explore a dedicated exhibition on the history of the old Hellingly Hospital.

Former staff members from the original hospital will be in attendance, offering personal insights from their time working at the historic site alongside pictures from the old hospital.

The event aims to celebrate not only the talent and resilience of the current Hellingly Centre community but also the legacy of the site and its role in the region’s mental health care history.

Event Details:
Date: Saturday 13th September
Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm
Location: Woodside Annexe, before the entrance to the new Hellingly Hospital site
Admission is free, and all are welcome to attend.
This is a rare opportunity to connect with the people behind the Hellingly Centre, discover the history that the hospital has within Hailsham and it’s community, and appreciate the power of art in healing and connection.