Northern Heartlands
@nheartlands.bsky.social
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Northern Heartlands is a charity based in County Durham bringing the creativity of artists together with individuals, community groups, schools and partner organisations. 💚
Northern Heartlands is a charity based in County Durham bringing the creativity of artists together with individuals, community groups, schools and partner organisations. 💚
🎧 Happening this week! Join artists Tim Shaw & John Coburn for FREE sound walks in Swaledale 🌿 A unique way to connect with nature. #schoolholidaysfun #FREE
July 22, 2025 at 11:32 AM
🎧 Happening this week! Join artists Tim Shaw & John Coburn for FREE sound walks in Swaledale 🌿 A unique way to connect with nature. #schoolholidaysfun #FREE
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Brilliant day at #NAM @durhamuniversity.bsky.social working with a lovely team of creatives. A privilege to work with astronomers, artists and philosophers and facilitate activity exploring creativity. Attendees were so open and curious ⭐ @nheartlands.bsky.social
July 8, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Brilliant day at #NAM @durhamuniversity.bsky.social working with a lovely team of creatives. A privilege to work with astronomers, artists and philosophers and facilitate activity exploring creativity. Attendees were so open and curious ⭐ @nheartlands.bsky.social
🌿 Slow down and tune in… Join artists Tim Shaw & John Coburn for FREE sound walks in Swaledale this July! Discover hidden sounds of nature -birdsong, river flow, even soil vibrations - through specialist mics & headphones. For all ages. Booking essential: www.eventbrite.co.uk/cc/swaledale...
Swaledale Sound Walks
Join one of our artist-led sound walks in Swaledale 23- 25 July 2025, and experience this landscape in a way you've not heard before.
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July 8, 2025 at 10:17 AM
🌿 Slow down and tune in… Join artists Tim Shaw & John Coburn for FREE sound walks in Swaledale this July! Discover hidden sounds of nature -birdsong, river flow, even soil vibrations - through specialist mics & headphones. For all ages. Booking essential: www.eventbrite.co.uk/cc/swaledale...
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Great to hear more @northpennines.bsky.social at the annual conference yesterday. Insightful talks from farmers Jimmy, Paddy & Gemma exploring practice that helps increase nature recovery. Thanks to Charlie too for letting us see the great work going on in Baldersdale @nheartlands.bsky.social
June 26, 2025 at 11:13 AM
Great to hear more @northpennines.bsky.social at the annual conference yesterday. Insightful talks from farmers Jimmy, Paddy & Gemma exploring practice that helps increase nature recovery. Thanks to Charlie too for letting us see the great work going on in Baldersdale @nheartlands.bsky.social
We’re thrilled to share the outcomes of Cultivate Commissions 🎉 A programme supporting artists and communities across County Durham to connect, create and grow. 💚
July 1, 2025 at 11:17 AM
We’re thrilled to share the outcomes of Cultivate Commissions 🎉 A programme supporting artists and communities across County Durham to connect, create and grow. 💚
It’s #SmallCharityWeek 💚 We’re proud to work in County Durham’s rural & post-industrial communities—using creativity to build agency & connection.
June 24, 2025 at 10:41 AM
It’s #SmallCharityWeek 💚 We’re proud to work in County Durham’s rural & post-industrial communities—using creativity to build agency & connection.
Happy #FreelancerDay! Today we celebrate the 70+ brilliant freelancers artists, filmmakers, producers & creative thinkers- who power Northern Heartlands & enrich our region with bold ideas & deep local roots. We’re proud @livingwageuk.bsky.social employers
June 17, 2025 at 11:52 AM
Happy #FreelancerDay! Today we celebrate the 70+ brilliant freelancers artists, filmmakers, producers & creative thinkers- who power Northern Heartlands & enrich our region with bold ideas & deep local roots. We’re proud @livingwageuk.bsky.social employers
Pride in Teesdale, supported by @artscouncilengland.bsky.social & @esmeefairbairn.bsky.social united our rural community through events celebrating LGBTQIA+ identities. 🌈 #PrideInTeesdale #RuralPride www.facebook.com/share/v/12Lg...
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June 10, 2025 at 11:48 AM
Pride in Teesdale, supported by @artscouncilengland.bsky.social & @esmeefairbairn.bsky.social united our rural community through events celebrating LGBTQIA+ identities. 🌈 #PrideInTeesdale #RuralPride www.facebook.com/share/v/12Lg...
Northern Heartlands stands in solidarity with Disabled creatives and our sector colleagues by speaking out against the proposed changes to the Access to Work Scheme. Please sign and share the Open Letter from the Culture Sector:
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#ProtectATW #CreativeSector #DisabledArtists
👉 tinyurl.com/AtWLetter
#ProtectATW #CreativeSector #DisabledArtists
June 3, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Northern Heartlands stands in solidarity with Disabled creatives and our sector colleagues by speaking out against the proposed changes to the Access to Work Scheme. Please sign and share the Open Letter from the Culture Sector:
👉 tinyurl.com/AtWLetter
#ProtectATW #CreativeSector #DisabledArtists
👉 tinyurl.com/AtWLetter
#ProtectATW #CreativeSector #DisabledArtists
It's #CWW25 and we want to shine a light on Bishop Busy Hands – a creative group based Bishop Auckland that’s making a big difference to people’s lives: people coming together in a safe space, being creative, shaping their own wellbeing, and supporting one another along the way.
May 21, 2025 at 9:01 AM
It's #CWW25 and we want to shine a light on Bishop Busy Hands – a creative group based Bishop Auckland that’s making a big difference to people’s lives: people coming together in a safe space, being creative, shaping their own wellbeing, and supporting one another along the way.
Meet Lizzie Lovejoy, whose Trailways commission explores the connections between community, identity, and the historic railways of County Durham. @lizzielovejoy.bsky.social
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May 13, 2025 at 8:38 AM
Meet Lizzie Lovejoy, whose Trailways commission explores the connections between community, identity, and the historic railways of County Durham. @lizzielovejoy.bsky.social
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🌈 If you're 13+, join OUT LOUD this Saturday 10th May, from 5 - 8pm at TCR The Hub for a FREE night of pride, pizza, rainbow sushi, karaoke, silent disco & more! All LGBTQ+ young people and allies are welcome 💖 #PrideInTeesdale #LGBTQIA #FreeEvent #Community @thebowesmuseum.bsky.social
May 6, 2025 at 11:06 AM
🌈 If you're 13+, join OUT LOUD this Saturday 10th May, from 5 - 8pm at TCR The Hub for a FREE night of pride, pizza, rainbow sushi, karaoke, silent disco & more! All LGBTQ+ young people and allies are welcome 💖 #PrideInTeesdale #LGBTQIA #FreeEvent #Community @thebowesmuseum.bsky.social
In the latest Cultivate Commissions film, ceramicist Ruth Flowers reimagines local folklore with Rivers Within.
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#CultivateCommissions #HarvestCommission #IntoTheLight #DurhamCulture #FolkloreRevival @artscouncilengland.bsky.social @durhamcouncil.bsky.social
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#CultivateCommissions #HarvestCommission #IntoTheLight #DurhamCulture #FolkloreRevival @artscouncilengland.bsky.social @durhamcouncil.bsky.social
In the latest Cultivate Commissions video, ceramicist and community artist Ruth Flowers, Inky Makes, shares her commission, 'Rivers Within' – a... | By Northern Heartlands CIO | Facebook
In the latest Cultivate Commissions video, ceramicist and community artist Ruth Flowers, Inky Makes, shares her commission, 'Rivers Within' – a...
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May 6, 2025 at 9:07 AM
In the latest Cultivate Commissions film, ceramicist Ruth Flowers reimagines local folklore with Rivers Within.
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#CultivateCommissions #HarvestCommission #IntoTheLight #DurhamCulture #FolkloreRevival @artscouncilengland.bsky.social @durhamcouncil.bsky.social
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#CultivateCommissions #HarvestCommission #IntoTheLight #DurhamCulture #FolkloreRevival @artscouncilengland.bsky.social @durhamcouncil.bsky.social
If you’re working in or passionate about #PublicHealth, #Arts, #Heritage, #SocialPrescribing, or just curious about how creativity impacts wellbeing, sign up!
✨ Excited that our very own @jillrcole.bsky.social is chairing this upcoming FREE online event with North East Culture Partnership all about Creative Health.
📅 Fri 23rd May 10:30AM - 12PM
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📅 Fri 23rd May 10:30AM - 12PM
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Creative Health
Get ready to explore the intersection of creativity and wellness at Creative Health, where we'll share tips, tricks, and inspiration for liv
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April 29, 2025 at 12:20 PM
If you’re working in or passionate about #PublicHealth, #Arts, #Heritage, #SocialPrescribing, or just curious about how creativity impacts wellbeing, sign up!
✨ Excited that our very own @jillrcole.bsky.social is chairing this upcoming FREE online event with North East Culture Partnership all about Creative Health.
📅 Fri 23rd May 10:30AM - 12PM
Nearly half of the tickets have gone eventbrite.co.uk/e/creative-health-tickets-1328129423859?aff=oddtdtcreator
📅 Fri 23rd May 10:30AM - 12PM
Nearly half of the tickets have gone eventbrite.co.uk/e/creative-health-tickets-1328129423859?aff=oddtdtcreator
Creative Health
Get ready to explore the intersection of creativity and wellness at Creative Health, where we'll share tips, tricks, and inspiration for liv
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April 29, 2025 at 12:19 PM
✨ Excited that our very own @jillrcole.bsky.social is chairing this upcoming FREE online event with North East Culture Partnership all about Creative Health.
📅 Fri 23rd May 10:30AM - 12PM
Nearly half of the tickets have gone eventbrite.co.uk/e/creative-health-tickets-1328129423859?aff=oddtdtcreator
📅 Fri 23rd May 10:30AM - 12PM
Nearly half of the tickets have gone eventbrite.co.uk/e/creative-health-tickets-1328129423859?aff=oddtdtcreator
Last week marked #EarthDay2025 , so we celebrated the power of creativity to connect people, place, and planet. 🌍
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April 29, 2025 at 8:59 AM
Last week marked #EarthDay2025 , so we celebrated the power of creativity to connect people, place, and planet. 🌍
Today is Social Prescribing Day 2025, a day to celebrate and raise awareness of Social Prescribing Link Workers and the role that creative health plays in building healthier, happier communities.
March 19, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Today is Social Prescribing Day 2025, a day to celebrate and raise awareness of Social Prescribing Link Workers and the role that creative health plays in building healthier, happier communities.
This week is Sign Language Week, a week to celebrate British Sign Language (BSL) and mark the 22nd anniversary of its official recognition as a language in its own right by the UK Government.
March 18, 2025 at 8:05 PM
This week is Sign Language Week, a week to celebrate British Sign Language (BSL) and mark the 22nd anniversary of its official recognition as a language in its own right by the UK Government.
In 2024, over 600 people participated in activities at agricultural shows across Weardale, including the Stanhope Show, to explore themes of belonging and community.
March 18, 2025 at 1:22 PM
In 2024, over 600 people participated in activities at agricultural shows across Weardale, including the Stanhope Show, to explore themes of belonging and community.
Prof. Azadeh Fatehrad, a Darlington-based artist and academic spoke at Bishop Auckland Town Hall’s 'A World of Inspiration' event on Saturday, alongside other women at their International Women’s Day speaker event. Azadeh is one of the artists leading our Creatively Connected project.
March 12, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Prof. Azadeh Fatehrad, a Darlington-based artist and academic spoke at Bishop Auckland Town Hall’s 'A World of Inspiration' event on Saturday, alongside other women at their International Women’s Day speaker event. Azadeh is one of the artists leading our Creatively Connected project.
Lyndsey recently visited Bowlees Visitor Centre to help install these crafted felted banners! ✨Created for the Cuthbert’s Moor project, they were co-created by artist Claire Priestley (Teesdale Felt), young people from Teesdale School, and community members at UTASS. 🌿🐦
March 7, 2025 at 10:06 AM
Lyndsey recently visited Bowlees Visitor Centre to help install these crafted felted banners! ✨Created for the Cuthbert’s Moor project, they were co-created by artist Claire Priestley (Teesdale Felt), young people from Teesdale School, and community members at UTASS. 🌿🐦
Last summer and autumn, our ‘Setting the Scene’ project brought together 116 participants across 11 creative workshops in the coalfield villages of Coundon and Witton Park. Artists led sessions in printmaking, cyanotype art, sound recording, and storytelling.
March 4, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Last summer and autumn, our ‘Setting the Scene’ project brought together 116 participants across 11 creative workshops in the coalfield villages of Coundon and Witton Park. Artists led sessions in printmaking, cyanotype art, sound recording, and storytelling.
Today we joined Nature North’s “Investing in Nature for the North” launch. It’s clear that the North’s natural capital and landscapes offer economic, social, and environmental benefits. We support strategies that value local cultures, histories, and creativity in nature recovery. 🌿 #NatureNorth
February 25, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Today we joined Nature North’s “Investing in Nature for the North” launch. It’s clear that the North’s natural capital and landscapes offer economic, social, and environmental benefits. We support strategies that value local cultures, histories, and creativity in nature recovery. 🌿 #NatureNorth
People are at the heart of everything we do—including those we employ and contract. We’re proud to be accredited by @livingwageuk.bsky.social ensuring fair pay reflecting the real living cost.💙 #LivingWage #FairPay #PeopleFirst #CostOfLiving #Crisis #Charity #Freelancers
February 25, 2025 at 11:34 AM
People are at the heart of everything we do—including those we employ and contract. We’re proud to be accredited by @livingwageuk.bsky.social ensuring fair pay reflecting the real living cost.💙 #LivingWage #FairPay #PeopleFirst #CostOfLiving #Crisis #Charity #Freelancers
Last Friday, we joined @nomorenowt.bsky.social for the LOVE Culture event, part of Into the Light in County Durham. 💚 Twenty artists from the Cultivate Commissions shared their journeys, inspiring discussions on creativity and collaboration.
February 21, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Last Friday, we joined @nomorenowt.bsky.social for the LOVE Culture event, part of Into the Light in County Durham. 💚 Twenty artists from the Cultivate Commissions shared their journeys, inspiring discussions on creativity and collaboration.