Rendered in Light: Creativity as a tool for survival
A film screening, creative workshop and conversation at Aunty Social will explore how art, technology and community action can help people navigate displacement, conflict and survival during Refugee Week 2026. Taking place during Refugee Week 2026, Rendered in Light: Screening + Creative Activism Session brings together Fylde Coast Amnesty, CREATIF CIC and Aunty Social for […]
Exhibition Review: Rachel Hey at HIVEArts
Blackpool artist Rachel Hey has opened her first solo exhibition at HIVEArts. Pencil and Paper brings together colourful abstract collages, highly detailed pencil portraits and digitally inspired character work shaped by years of artistic experimentation. David Simper went along to the exhibition launch and caught up with the artist. I’ve followed Rachel’s work for some […]
30 Days Wild: 10 nature events on the Fylde Coast this June
From beach cleans and bat walks to dune wildflowers and sea watching, there’s lots of ways to connect with nature across Blackpool and the Fylde Coast. Stephen Dunstan writes the first in a trio of articles to help you spend 30 Days Wild this June. June marks the return of 30 Days Wild, the nationwide […]