CREATIVELY CONNECTED
A unique day of dialogue, creativity and collaboration.
Date and time
Location
Raby Castle, Park and Gardens
Staindrop Darlington DL2 3AH United KingdomGood to know
Highlights
- 6 hours
- In person
- Free venue parking
- Doors at 09:30
About this event
This one-day event brings together artists, farmers, landowners, community, academics and policymakers to explore the intersections of high nature value farming, nature recovery, community and creative practice in the landscapes of Teesdale and Swaledale.
Together, we'll reflect on how creativity and the arts can amplify and enrich conversations around farming, ecology and the future of our uplands.
The symposium marks the culmination of Creatively Connected, a one-year arts project forming part of Tees-Swale:Naturally Connected, an £8m programme funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, managed by North Pennines National Landscape Team and Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority. Creatively Connected is joint funded by Arts Council England.
This event is brought to you by Northern Heartlands, the creative producer of Creatively Connected.
What to expect:
- Welcome and introduction from Professor Sir John Lawton, CBE, FRS
- A participatory workshop examining how creative arts can help us understand, engage with, and amplify voices and high nature value farming practice
- Expert panel discussion exploring the opportunities and challenges to creatively engaging with high nature value farming ideas
- A poet in residence who will reflect on the day's themes and insights and share this in a live spoken word performance at the end of the event
Find out more about the Creatively Connected artists here
Frequently asked questions
Yes, we will have a filmmaker and photographer at the event. If you do not wish to be filmed, please let us know when you arrive and register on the day of the event.
We are not expecting any flashing lights or loud noises.
We will be using microphones in the main space. Please let us know if BSL or other hearing support is needed by sharing with the organiser in advance.
We can provide information in relevant formats if specific requirements are shared with the organiser in advance.
There are some areas of cobbles and gravel paths which attendees should be prepared for otherwise the venue is fully accessible.
There are toilets facilities, including accessible facilities, at the venue.
Water, tea and coffee will be available for the duration of the event. Please let us know of any specific dietary requirements when completing this booking form. Lunch will also be provided.
Yes. Also, if you need to stretch, move about or take a comfort break at any point, we encourage you to do so as and when needed.
Event staff will be wearing a green badge and will be happy to help.
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