Places that Matter Exhibition at Shap Old Courthouse 21^st March – 3^rd May

Come and explore the many meanings and the importance of the places that shape our local area.  At this free exhibition, discover powerful photographs and personal stories from a community research project that explores how we connect to place, how we relate to nature and how change and restoration shape our lives.  Fifteen members of the local community around Eastern Cumbria took part in this project by sharing and discussing their own photos which included places they value, feel important meaningful or enjoyable; places they find challenging, dislike or see as problematic; and places shaped by changes and how they affect people. Step into this interactive exhibition, reflect and share your views. There are also opportunities to take part yourself by sharing your own photos of places that matter to you.

Come along and find use at the next Farmers Market day on 28^th March to meet the researcher, Alix Syder, with fun arts and crafts activities for all the family to take part in on the day.