Longnor Open – Nov 2024-Jun 2025

OUTSIDE has partnered with Longnor Action Group (a local community group) and Staffordshire Moorlands District Council to develop a creative project and programme which aims to tackle rural isolation and loneliness in Longnor.

The project will bring on board as many of the residents and members of the community, to work together as a whole village to deliver a creative programme and structure that will support those who feel lonely and to help prevent loneliness.

The project will be weaved into village life, through its transport links, street furniture, local amenities such as shops and cafes, and the village calendar of events.

It will include inspirational visits to other places, creative workshops, local walks, garden parties and gardening sessions.

The project kicks off on Friday 29th November with local ceramist Sue Blatherwick joining the Christmas Fair at St Bartholomew’s CoE Primary School, inviting visitors to start to think creatively about welcome signs into the village.

The project will run from the New Year and culminate in Longnor Open Gardens in June 2025.

If you would like to register an interest in being involved with the project, please contact hello@outsidearts.org