Encaustic tiles found on the site of Hyde Abbey was the subject of the display on the Chapter House green and attracted several hundred visitors over the four days. In addition workshop sessions enabled over 70 people (aged 4 years and upwards) to have a go at making them in the medieval manner.
Stamps produced by artist Kate Arnold
Kayra and Alex Spurling having a great time making encaustic tiles
Kate Arnold explaining to the mayor, Jane Rutter, and her escort, Duncan, the tile making process
Attendees at the additional 15.30 session (put on by public demand!) , flanked by workshop guides Rose Burns ( Left – newly apprenticed at 10.30 the previous day!) next to tiles coordinator Susan Jones. Pictured in front of the Hyde900 HOD tent with the tiles made over the first 3 of the 4 days of the event.