London Rivers Week 2026: Make Like Morris – A Wandle Blooms Linoprint Workshop

Channel William Morris by the River Wandle! Carve & print your own floral tile with South East Rivers Trust at this free outdoor workshop for London Rivers Week.

Join us:

The River Wandle has a rich history as the beating heart of local craft and industry – most famously as the home of William Morris’s textile factory. As part of London Rivers Week 2026, we are hosting a free, linoprint workshop to celebrate the river and its creative legacy.

This event is aimed at people aged 16 and above. Younger people are welcome but they must be accompanied by an adult at all times and this activity may not be fully age appropriate.

What you’ll do:

• Carve your own William Morris inspired floral linoprint tile – we’ll provide templates for you to use and adapt.
• Print your design and take your tile home with you (to keep or gift to a loved one)
• Spend the afternoon making by the river – no previous experience required.

What you need to know

🕒 When: Saturday, May 30th. 12pm – 3pm

📍Where to meet: Poulter Park, SM5 1DT – Look out for our South East Rivers Trust flags

• Google Maps HERE

👉 Booking is essential so we can plan sessions, please register here.

⏰ Booking closes at 11:30pm, May 28th.

What do you need to bring?

• Water bottle (filled up!)

• Warm, weather appropriate clothing

• Wear comfortable shoes and clothes you don’t mind getting a bit dirty/inky

Accessibility: Activities will take us off-paths and working on the ground. Some areas may be muddy. We will be using sharp tools to carve the linoprints. If you have any questions about access or physical requirements, please get in touch before the event.

Good to know

• We’ll contact you if severe weather means we need to reschedule

• Please check your junk folder for confirmation emails

Questions?

Please email us at volunteering@southeastriverstrust.org