The Creative Seed CIC / Carnival House
The King's Road, Southwick, Sunderland, SR5 2JD
0191 548 5553
The Creative Seed is a Community Interest Company (CIC) rooted in the North East of England, growing creativity, connection, and opportunity in our communities.
We deliver inclusive arts and cultural programmes—from workshops to community projects—that help people build skills, confidence, and connections.
In 2020, we opened Carnival House & Kitchen in Southwick, Sunderland—our creative hub where people of all ages come together to learn, make, and take part in a wide range of funded and independent activities.
Whether you’re trying something new or looking to connect, there’s something here for you.
Explore our offer
Acting Out at Carnival House (Children 6-12)At Carnival House, our Acting Out classes offer a fun, supportive space where children can explore their imagination, develop performance… more about 'Acting Out at Carnival House (Children 6-12)'Carnival House, The King's Rd, Sunderland SR5 2LSThursday 5PM-6PM£5.50Save Acting Out at Carnival House (Children 6-12) (Carnival House) to favourites
Carnival House ChoirOur choir offers a friendly and inclusive environment where singing, connection, and enjoyment come together. Whether you are an experienced… more about 'Carnival House Choir'Carnival House, The King's Rd, Sunderland SR5 2LSThursday 6PM-7.30PM£1.00Save Carnival House Choir (Carnival House) to favouritesEventCarnival House Halloween Night Market🎃CARNIVAL HOUSE NIGHT MARKET: HALLOWEEN EDITION 👻 Things are getting spooky at Carnival House this October… 🕷️🖤 Join us for… more about 'Carnival House Halloween Night Market'Carnival House, The King's Rd, Sunderland SR5 2LS30th October 2026, 6.00pm to 9.00pmFreeSave Carnival House Halloween Night Market (Carnival House) to favouritesEventCarnival House Night Market🌙✨ Carnival House Night Market ✨🌙 Join us for an evening of creativity, community and independent shopping at the Carnival… more about 'Carnival House Night Market'Carnival House, The King's Rd, Sunderland SR5 2LS25th September 2026, 6.00pm to 9.00pmFreeSave Carnival House Night Market (Carnival House) to favouritesChange the Game-Southwick| ClubberciseJoin a FREE Clubbercise class led by Change the Game – Southwick, held at Carnival House every Friday from 9:00AM… more about 'Change the Game-Southwick| Clubbercise'Carnival House, The King's Rd, Sunderland SR5 2LSFriday 9AM-9.45AMFreeSave Change the Game-Southwick| Clubbercise (Carnival House) to favouritesConnecting Through Creativity | Crafts (Ages 11-18 & 50+)Connected Through Creativity is a welcoming, ongoing intergenerational crafts group that brings people together through a variety of creative activities.… more about 'Connecting Through Creativity | Crafts (Ages 11-18 & 50+)'Carnival House, The King's Rd, Sunderland SR5 2LSSaturday 11AM-1PMFreeSave Connecting Through Creativity | Crafts (Ages 11-18 & 50+) (Carnival House) to favouritesCrafts (Adults with Learning Disabilities)Join us every Friday at Carnival House for a relaxed and friendly session designed especially for adults with learning disabilities.… more about 'Crafts (Adults with Learning Disabilities)'Carnival House, The King's Rd, Sunderland SR5 2LSFriday 10AM-12PM£7.95Save Crafts (Adults with Learning Disabilities) (Carnival House) to favouritesLife Without Limits | Drama (Adults with Learning Disabilities)Life Without Limits is a welcoming programme of creative sessions for adults with learning disabilities, designed to build confidence, encourage… more about 'Life Without Limits | Drama (Adults with Learning Disabilities)'Carnival House, The King's Rd, Sunderland SR5 2LSThursday 11AM-12PMFreeSave Life Without Limits | Drama (Adults with Learning Disabilities) (Carnival House) to favouritesLive Without Limits | Dance & Movement (Adults with Learning Disabilities)Life Without Limits is a welcoming programme of creative sessions for adults with learning disabilities, designed to build confidence, encourage… more about 'Live Without Limits | Dance & Movement (Adults with Learning Disabilities)'Carnival House, The King's Rd, Sunderland SR5 2LSThursday 12.45PM-1.45PMFreeSave Live Without Limits | Dance & Movement (Adults with Learning Disabilities) (Carnival House) to favouritesSeated Yoga at Carnival HouseLooking for a gentle, supportive way to move your body? Our seated yoga sessions at Carnival House offer a calm… more about 'Seated Yoga at Carnival House'Carnival House, The King's Rd, Sunderland SR5 2LSThursday 10AM-11AM£4.50Save Seated Yoga at Carnival House (Carnival House) to favouritesThe Thursday Club at Carnival HouseLooking for a friendly, welcoming space to connect, stay active, and enjoy good company? Our Thursday Club is the perfect… more about 'The Thursday Club at Carnival House'Carnival House, The King's Rd, Sunderland SR5 2LSThursday 12PM-2PM£1.00Save The Thursday Club at Carnival House (Carnival House) to favourites