Borders Arts Collective

The Borders Arts Collective was founded in Walkerburn in 2021 by Peta Trousdell to bring together artists and makers from the Tweed Valley and beyond. It is now run by Helen McIntyre & Dr Melanie Phillips. We are a voluntary, not-for-profit, organisation.

Our aim is to make the arts accessible for all – by organising artist-led, inclusive, diverse and affordable workshops, classes and events to be held in the local area. And to promote mental health and well-being. We hope to inspire a community of people to make new social connections, learn new skills and find inspiration for new artistic projects and initiatives.

Whether you have a passion for art, music, sculpture, crafts, drama, there is a place for that here.

Monthly Art Club

On the first Sunday of every month at the Walkerburn Bowling Club, we run an art club which is free & inclusive for everybody. Childen are very welcome with adult supervision. The club runs from 12 to 3pm.

Art materials and refreshments are provided free of charge.

This art club is funded by the Borders Art Collective along with sponsorship from Braidwood Graham

Monthly Art Club at Bedrule Village Hall

On the third Sunday or Saturday of every month the Borders Art Collective run a free and inclusive Art Club at Bedrule Village Hall (TD9 8TE), from 12-3pm. All are welcome, from absolute beginners to more experienced artists, all ages, all abilities. Children are very welcome with adult supervision.

This is not a taught class, we encourage people to bring their own projects, ideas, thoughts and creativity.

Some art materials and refreshments are provided free of charge (though donations towards these will be appreciated).

For more information call, message or email Jane, jane.e.else@gmail.com or phone 07738803418