Located in the Fosse Neighbourhood Centre on Mantle Road, Fosse Arts provides an exciting array of creative activities with excellent facilities for both individuals and groups.

We have three studios for ceramics, music and general arts activities. Everyone is welcome as previous experience is not necessary. We also have three studio spaces used by artists.

 

Fosse Arts work extensively with disability organisations and charities, delivering on statutory requirements for priority groups and providing tailored workshops suitable for those with physical or learning disabilities as well as those with mental health problems.  If you would like further information on our work with disabilities, please contact the Arts Manager on 0116 222 1904 or email fossearts@leicester.gov.uk.

 

Fosse Arts runs an exciting range of workshops in either ceramics, general arts, music or recording to suit all ages and abilities.

 

 

The Ceramic Studio can accommodate all aspects of the ceramic process including throwing, hand building, slip casting, mould making and raku. All abilities are catered for and newcomers are welcome.

 

Our Open Studio sessions are open to everyone. These are drop-in sessions and no booking is required, so why not come along and find out more. A tutor is present at these sessions to advise and assist.

 

Sessions are held on:

 

Mondays: 1.00pm - 4.30pm - NEW CLASS

Tuesdays: 6.00pm - 8.00pm
Wednesdays: 1.00pm- 4.30pm
Thursdays: 6.00pm - 8.00pm

 

To book school or community groups or for further information please call the Ceramic Studio Coordinator on 0116 222 1902 or e-mail fossearts@leicester.gov.uk.

 

 

The studio caters for a variety of music and audio activities throughout the week ranging from recording and rehearsal sessions, jazz workshops on Thursday, disability workshops, training sessions, tuition and pre-production work.

 

Facilities include a soundcraft studio desk, Protools LE, softsynths and plug ins from Korg, Spectrasonics, Digidesign and Bomb Factory, a selection of keyboard modules, effects, processors, JBL monitors, a variety of microphones, amps, PA, including Spirit folio mixer and Wharfedale monitors,Yamaha electric piano and drum kit.

 

In addition to the above, the live/rehearsal room can comfortably accommodate up to 12 musicians. The opening times are flexible and can reflect individual need. We are happy to discuss any specific requirements and project needs.

 

We currently have vacancies at the Music Studio on Monday and Wednesday evenings any time between 3.30pm-9.30pm, for groups looking for space for band rehearsal.  Call the Music Studio Coordinator if you would like more information.

 

If you would like further information on studio activities or availability, or would like to book any of these facilities, please call the Music Studio Coordinator on 0116 222 1903 or e-mail fossearts@leicester.gov.uk.

 

 

The Art Studio provides a friendly and relaxing environment for beginners and those with more experience. The Art Studio holds weekly classes open to everyone:

 

 

Introduction to Painting and Drawing
Mondays 10.30am – 12.30pm

A class aimed at those just starting to learn about painting and drawing.  This is an easy going class geared towrds the needs of the individual, you’ll get the chance to try a variety of media including pencil, charcoal, watercolour and arcylics. All materials provided.

 

 

Fosse Neighbourhood Centre also houses LineOut, an independently managed video and film organisation. If you would like to contact LineOut, please telephone 0116 262 1265

 

Address: Mantle Road, Leicester LE3 5HG

 

Directions: From the Holiday Inn on St Nicholas Circle roundabout, travel up St Augustine Road. Take the first right, Tudor Road then Paget Road, several streets up on the left. From Paget Road, Mantle Road is the first right.

 

Car parking is available.

 

Bus Routes: First Leicester bus numbers 14, 14A, 70 and 70A