Green Space Archives - Blackpool Social Club

30 Oct

Life on the Wild Edges

Buzz Bury0 CommentsEnvironment and Nature, Sports & Wellbeingenvironment, Green Space, nature

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] You may remember back in February this year I caught up with Julie Norman to find out more about her developments and progress with using natural elements, colours and dyes for her inspiration in her work and art. This time I am back to find out more about Julie’s work and more specifically the Exploring the Wild Edges project. I first asked her what is the “Exploring the Wild Edges” Project and how it came about? Open green spaces and a chance to connect with the natural world became an essential part of life for most people over the…

27 Jul

Garstang Walking Festival: A festival with a difference

Stephen Dunstan0 CommentsSports & WellbeingGarstang, Garstang Walking Festival, Green Space, Hiking, Walking

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] During the pandemic two things many people have taken solace from have been increased appreciation of their local area and doing more walking. At the end of next month there will be an opportunity to combine both of these by getting involved with the nearest event of its kind to Blackpool – the Garstang Walking Festival. The festival runs for five days from Saturday 28 August to Wednesday 1 September. The detailed programme is still to be confirmed to ensure it meets any covid related requirements. It will undoubtedly include a range of walks for all abilities and a…

10 Feb

Buzz Bury chats wild connections with artist Julie Norman

Buzz Bury0 CommentsEnvironment and NatureArt, artist, environment, Green Space, illustration, nature

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] The natural world has always been my go-to for creative inspiration - structure, patterns, colours and materials, there is always something new to discover. Over 20 years ago I was lucky enough to work as Blackpool Zoo’s in-house artist and had the privilege of spending time alone sketching the animals before the Zoo opened to the public each day. This unique opportunity opened my eyes to the benefits of outdoor art for wellbeing, education, and community engagement along with the fascination of reconnecting with nature and set me on a new wild pathway.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] How have you kept creative through…

13 Nov

Wyre Parks Fly The Flag

Stephen Dunstan0 CommentsLocal NewsGreen Space, park, wyre

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] This month of renewed lockdown it’s easy to focus on what we can’t do, and how limited the experience is of some of the things we still can enjoy. But parks and green spaces are a notable and precious exception to that, and several of Wyre’s have been successful in the national Green Flag Awards. The Green Flag Award scheme, managed by environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy under licence from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government, recognises and rewards well-managed parks and green spaces, setting the benchmark standard for their management across the United Kingdom and around…

17 Jul

In Her Place: green space in Blackpool

Stephanie Cottle0 CommentsColumns & OpinionBlackpool, Green Space, Place, Stanley Park, Wildlife

In this installment of her bi-weekly column, Stephanie Cottle discusses the importance of protecting Blackpool's open green spaces. The View from the Tower Standing atop Blackpool’s landmark tower, most eyes will find themselves immediately drawn to the spectacular views of The North West coastline. It’s not difficult to see why – with it’s whirling grey depths and dramatic, changeable skies it is a mesmerising sight to behold. Blackpool owes much of its success to the sea, having enchanted visitors to the town across the ages, and the birds eye view from the Tower only emphasises the exhilaration we feel in…