A brand-new project is coming to Halewood next year celebrating the local community’s connection to Halewood Forest and how the forest reflects the history of the area.
The project is part of the legacy of Knowsley’s year as Liverpool City Region Borough of Culture and is being produced with collaborative and social arts agency Heart of Glass.
This project has been made possible – thanks to National Lottery players -with support from The National Lottery Heritage Fund
A series of community workshops – lead by artist, Frances Disley – will take place in the lead up to the project, inviting local people to share their stories and memories of Halewood.
GET INVOLVED:
Community workshops
Date: 8-10 November
Time: 10am – 2pm
Location: Halewood Environment Centre, Okell Dr, Liverpool L26 7YD
Artist Francis Disley is currently researching the local area and is keen to hear stories from Halewood and find out about how people use and connect with Halewood Park.
Forest Walks
Date: Tuesday 8 & Wednesday 9 November
Time: 1pm
Location: Meet at Halewood Environment Centre, Okell Dr, Liverpool L26 7YD
Frances and green space ranger, Tony will lead a short wander into the park looking at the species of trees that are growing and the plants that surround them exploring what the forest looks like at this time of year. This is a short informal walk which will last around 30 mins. Please wear suitable clothing and footwear.
Creative session
Date: Thursday 10 November
Time: 12.30pm – 2.00pm
Location: Halewood Environment Centre, Okell Dr, Liverpool L26 7YD
Frances will lead a creative session exploring things found in the wood. This will involve creating small sculptures using clay and flora and fauna, creating garlands by weaving together Ivy and willow and making prints using bark and leaves. This is an informal drop in session so you can come along for a bit or stay for the whole session. This will be an opportunity for Frances to meet with the local residents of Halewood Park and to let them know about the upcoming work she will create in response to the people and place.
