Fungaia – family craft workshop

Under our feet there is an amazing invisible network of fungus which, a bit like the internet, enables trees to communicate with each other. These connections enabled through fungi are integral to the lives of all species, including humans.

Filament Works presents Fungaia!

Join artists Sarah Lawrence and Clare Parker for a free, immersive, family‑friendly experience featuring two interconnected activities that explore this network and the myriad of crazy forms that fungi take, inviting playful engagement, creativity and curiosity.

Visitors can explore a collection of large, interactive wearable fungi and spore head sculptures made from recycled materials, before taking part in a hands‑on mushroom‑making craft workshop.

In the drop-in workshop visitors can use simple craft materials and paints to make and decorate your own unique fungi to take home.

Mushrooms come in all shapes and sizes – what super-powers, shapes and colours will your fungi display?

Further information

The Fungaia experience is taking place on Tuesday 26 May (1pm to 4pm) and is free to attend (no booking required) and materials and inspiration are provided!

It’s suitable for all ages but under 10s need to be supervised by their adult. If you would like to make a mini mushroom you please allow for 1 to 2 hours.

Geopark Festival 2026

This event is part of the English Riviera Geopark Festival which celebrates the landscapes, stories and creativity of the English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark during a week‑long festival of discovery, culture and connection.

From fossil discovery and coastal foraging to creative workshops, guided geowalks, yoga in nature and evening talks, there are events for everyone taking place throughout the week. You can find out more about the Geopark Festival on the English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark website.