Heworth Art and Relaxation Project (HARP) is an art based activity group for people with enduring mental health issues. It began in the late 90's when members of the group were attending Heworth Day Centre and decided that they would like to form their own independent group. In August 2005 the group moved to Thomas Hepburn Community School alongside other community groups. Initially the group was funded by Gateshead Council but over the last year have managed to secure their own funding.

Heworth Art and Relaxation Project is currently being supported and funded by the following organisations.

HARP                      Gateshead MBC                Sherburn House