UK Creative Festival

Published 18th June 2025

For D&T teachers seeking fresh inspiration ahead of the new school year or students wanting to explore careers, the UK Creative Festival, taking place on 9–10 July at Dreamland, Margate, is a fantastic event to attend. 

This two-day festival brings together some of the UK’s leading minds from across the design, technology, and creative industries and includes hands-on workshops, industry-led talks, panel discussions, and a free Creative Careers Fair which is ideal for showcasing creative career pathways for students.

Highlights include:

  • Interactive sessions on sustainability, innovation, and future technologies

  • Creative Town Hall debates on the direction of design and communication

  • TheArtSchool masterclasses with renowned designer Graham Fink

Why it’s relevant for D&T:

  • Discover new approaches to user-centred and sustainable design

  • Gain real-world examples and case studies to embed in your curriculum

  • Perfect for KS4/KS5 pupils considering creative or technical career routes

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