Our free, fun space for young people to learn and engage in the skill of making people laugh. Workshops include learning how to tell jokes, creating sketches, writing stand up material and clowning. Sessions are for local young people in school years 3-6 or 7-9.
Autumn Term 2026 Dates: Monday 21st September to Monday 30th November (no session Monday 26th October)
Spring Term 2027 Dates: Monday 11th January to Monday 22nd March (no session Monday 15th February)
Summer Term 2027 Dates: Monday 19th April to Monday 12th July (no session Mondays 3rd, 17th and 31st May)
Contact for more details: lara@stmargaretshouse.org.uk
Please use the sign-up form via the button below to submit your child’s details. We will then contact you to let you know if we can confirm your child’s place.
Venue for Juniors: The Chapel at St Margaret’s House, 21 Old Ford Road — E2 9PL
Access: We are working to make our Grade II listed building more accessible, but it will take some time. Please note that entry to the Chapel is not step-free. If you require access support (including our portable ramps) and/or access to an accessible toilet, please contact us on 020 8980 2092 or email programming@stmargaretshouse.org.uk so we can arrange this for you.
Venue for Seniors: The Mulberry Hall at St Margaret's House, 21 Old Ford Road — E2 9PL
Access: If you have any access needs of which we should be aware, please get in touch with us on 020 8980 2092 or email programming@stmargaretshouse.org.uk.
Dates: Mondays
Times:
Juniors (School Years 3-6): 3.45-5pm
Seniors (School Year 7 upwards): 5-6.15pm
Term Fee: This programme is FREE to attend

