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Exploding Leaves

Oct 25, 2022 | Art & Music Outdoors, Early Years Outdoors, Nature Play & Learning

Some children find explosions a source of fascination or interest. Not least, the story of Guy Fawkes always held appeal for me. The whole idea of attempting to blow up the Houses of Parliament I found thought-provoking as a child. Many anarchists argue that he was...

The Glamis Monster

Nov 3, 2012 | Art & Music Outdoors, Community Involvement, Developing School Grounds & Outdoor Spaces, Early Years Outdoors

One of the most impressive low level features at Glamis Adventure Playground is the monster. This mighty mosaic houses the sand pit and water feature and is an incredibly attractive work of art in its own right. By the looks of things, the monster was created through...

After the Storm – A Transient Art Project

Oct 26, 2012 | Art & Music Outdoors, Community Involvement, Nature Play & Learning

Twenty-five years ago this month, storms ripped through the south of England causing massive disruption, damage and the deaths of a number of people. The town of Sevenoaks was left with one oak still standing. The BBC weather service was heavily criticised for not...

A Fish Trail not a Fishy Tale

Jul 21, 2012 | Art & Music Outdoors, Literacy Outdoors

Last week my son and I went to visit Hull. This is not a regular destination on most tourists’ “to do” list when exploring England, but it has many hidden surprises including the Fish Trail, which is one of the most inspired and quirky public works...

Guerrilla Environmental Art

May 2, 2012 | Art & Music Outdoors

One of my favourite training courses to run was Expressive Arts Outside. Once I arrived at a lovely school with a garden area. Very sadly the fence around this area had been vandalised quite significantly at the weekend and was in a sorry state. We did not have time...