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£5 Friday ukulele sessions keep Stockton’s community players strumming together

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ARC Stockton’s ARCulele Advanced group continues through September with weekly £5 Friday sessions for adult players who already know the basics.

By The Tees · 30 August 2026

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A weekly Stockton music group is giving adult ukulele players a regular place to keep learning, playing and meeting other musicians this September.

ARCulele Advanced runs at ARC Stockton Arts Centre on Fridays at 11.30am, with sessions listed throughout September for £5.

The group is aimed at adults who already have some experience with the instrument rather than complete beginners. It offers a low-cost way to keep playing regularly in a group setting without needing to join a formal ensemble.

September sessions are listed for 4, 11, 18 and 25 September. ARC says the class is for people aged 18 and over.

Booking and current availability can be checked directly on ARC Stockton’s website.

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