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) 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 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 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+) 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) to favouritesDrop in Crafts at Carnival HouseUnwind, get creative, and enjoy a welcoming space at our relaxed drop-in craft sessions. Open to all ages and abilities,… more about 'Drop in Crafts at Carnival House'Carnival House, The King's Rd, Sunderland SR5 2LSThursday 12.30PM-2.30PMFreeSave Drop in Crafts at Carnival House to favouritesEvening Yoga at Carnival HouseEvening yoga offers a valuable opportunity to slow down, release the stresses of the day, and reconnect with your body… more about 'Evening Yoga at Carnival House'Carnival House, The King's Rd, Sunderland SR5 2LSThursday 6.15PM-7.15PM£6.50Save Evening Yoga at 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) to favouritesLine Dancing Class at Carnival HouseOur Line Dancing session is a fun, relaxed class open to everyone, no matter your experience or ability. With a… more about 'Line Dancing Class at Carnival House'Carnival House, The King's Rd, Sunderland SR5 2LSThursday 2PM-3PM£1.00Save Line Dancing Class at Carnival House to favouritesEventLine Dancing Social (18+)Get ready for a night of high-energy fun, great music, and a packed dance floor from start to finish. Join… more about 'Line Dancing Social (18+)'Carnival House, The King's Rd, Sunderland SR5 2LS23rd May 2026, 5.00pm to 10.00pm£9.95Save Line Dancing Social (18+) 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) 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 to favouritesEventSip & Ceramics (18+)Join us at Carnival House for a relaxed and inspiring evening of creativity, delivered in partnership with The Ceramic Cabin.… more about 'Sip & Ceramics (18+)'Carnival House, The King's Rd, Sunderland SR5 2LS22nd May 2026, 7.00pm to 10.30pm£19.95Save Sip & Ceramics (18+) 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 to favouritesYoga at Carnival HouseStart your Thursday with a beautifully flowing yoga class at Carnival House, designed to help you build strength, improve flexibility,… more about 'Yoga at Carnival House'Carnival House, The King's Rd, Sunderland SR5 2LSThursday 11AM-12PM£4.50Save Yoga at Carnival House to favourites