Our Stories, Our Sterts - How to Collect Stories Workshop
Sturrock Studio, Sterts Arts and Environmental Centre, Cornwall, PL14 5AZ
Saturday 18th April 2026
ABOUT THE EVENT
Learn the tools of the story collecting trade in this workshop. Techniques for listening, asking good questions, and digital and traditional collection methods.
Perfect for enthusiasts, creatives or volunteers. Bring along your smart phone and/or pen and pencil. Spaces are free but limited so please book in advance - donations welcome at point of booking. This workshop is part of the Our Stories, Our Sterts project celebrating 40 years since Sterts became a charity.
Why not stay on after the workshop for our Community Tea Party? Details can be found here: https://www.ticketsource.com/sterts/t-gllylje
This is a free event but booking is essential. Donations welcome.
Supported by Cornwall National Landscape’s Natural Beauty & The Beast Project, funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund.
ABOUT STERTS
Originally a pig farm, Sterts is a four acre site where nature and creativity collide and is home to the Barn Theatre (400 seats), multi-purpose Sturrock Studio (50-70 seats) and Community Hub. Following a period of major redevelopment in 2024, the original amphitheatre is now covered by a solar powered barn, which is run solely off renewable energy.
Named after our founders, Ewart & Anne Sturrock, the Sturrock Studio is a intimate studio space for small scale plays, music, comedy and more. The Sturrock Studio is a heated space, hosting performances throughout the year.
FOOD AND DRINK
Our on site bar stocks drinks from The Cornish Wine Company, snacks from Redmoor Snacks and Ice Cream from Treleavens Luxury Cornish Ice Cream. Our bar opens half an hour before Sturrock Studio performances. Sterts does not have an onsite cafe, so we recommend visiting one of our local pubs, restaurants or farm shops for pre-show food. Our bar is staffed by our wonderful volunteer team throughout the year. Audiences are welcome to bring a food to site but please do not bring alcohol to the premises.
HOW TO GET HERE
Sterts Arts & Environmental Centre is in Upton Cross, just six miles from Liskeard, eight miles from Callington and ten miles from Launceston. Sterts is within easy reach of the A30 and A38, a one hour drive from Truro and 45 minute drive from Plymouth.
Public Transport is limited. Want to limit your carbon footprint or save money on fuel? Check out the national Liftshare network and find someone to share your journey with.
PARKING
We have free onsite parking, including disabled parking. From January 2026, we will have to 2 EV car charging points on our site. We recommend arriving in good time for each performance.
ACCESSIBILITY
We have a registered Changing Place on site.
The Sturrock Studio is accessed via a 50m walk from our car park via ramps.
The Sturrock Studio does not have a lift or hearing loop. Our seating is unreserved, however we will always reserve seating for audience members with access needs and are happy to provide chairs if needed. Please contact us on 01579 362382 or [email protected] and our team will be happy to help.
Learn the tools of the story collecting trade in this workshop. Techniques for listening, asking good questions, and digital and traditional collection methods.
Perfect for enthusiasts, creatives or volunteers. Bring along your smart phone and/or pen and pencil. Spaces are free but limited so please book in advance - donations welcome at point of booking. This workshop is part of the Our Stories, Our Sterts project celebrating 40 years since Sterts became a charity.
Why not stay on after the workshop for our Community Tea Party? Details can be found here: https://www.ticketsource.com/sterts/t-gllylje
This is a free event but booking is essential. Donations welcome.
Supported by Cornwall National Landscape’s Natural Beauty & The Beast Project, funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund.
ABOUT STERTS
Originally a pig farm, Sterts is a four acre site where nature and creativity collide and is home to the Barn Theatre (400 seats), multi-purpose Sturrock Studio (50-70 seats) and Community Hub. Following a period of major redevelopment in 2024, the original amphitheatre is now covered by a solar powered barn, which is run solely off renewable energy.
Named after our founders, Ewart & Anne Sturrock, the Sturrock Studio is a intimate studio space for small scale plays, music, comedy and more. The Sturrock Studio is a heated space, hosting performances throughout the year.
FOOD AND DRINK
Our on site bar stocks drinks from The Cornish Wine Company, snacks from Redmoor Snacks and Ice Cream from Treleavens Luxury Cornish Ice Cream. Our bar opens half an hour before Sturrock Studio performances. Sterts does not have an onsite cafe, so we recommend visiting one of our local pubs, restaurants or farm shops for pre-show food. Our bar is staffed by our wonderful volunteer team throughout the year. Audiences are welcome to bring a food to site but please do not bring alcohol to the premises.
HOW TO GET HERE
Sterts Arts & Environmental Centre is in Upton Cross, just six miles from Liskeard, eight miles from Callington and ten miles from Launceston. Sterts is within easy reach of the A30 and A38, a one hour drive from Truro and 45 minute drive from Plymouth.
Public Transport is limited. Want to limit your carbon footprint or save money on fuel? Check out the national Liftshare network and find someone to share your journey with.
PARKING
We have free onsite parking, including disabled parking. From January 2026, we will have to 2 EV car charging points on our site. We recommend arriving in good time for each performance.
ACCESSIBILITY
We have a registered Changing Place on site.
The Sturrock Studio is accessed via a 50m walk from our car park via ramps.
The Sturrock Studio does not have a lift or hearing loop. Our seating is unreserved, however we will always reserve seating for audience members with access needs and are happy to provide chairs if needed. Please contact us on 01579 362382 or [email protected] and our team will be happy to help.
