Place Lab
PlaceLab is a county-wide programme using the power of culture and creativity to catalyse change at a local level. We are leading PlaceLab in Shildon and Weardale, with a particular focus on work for children and young people in Shildon.
Project impact
From agricultural shows to cavalcades, we are working with people to build confidence and change how they think about their place.
70% of participants reported an increase in cultural participation
84% of respondents agreed/strongly agreed that they felt more motivated to do more creative things in the future
93% of partner respondents agreed/strongly agreed that they would like to work with Northern Heartlands in the future
During 2024-25, PlaceLab Shildon and Weardale has:
supported 860 participants to take part
supported 19 groups
commissioned 19 artists
PlaceLab is part of "Into the Light", a transformative programme of creative, collaborative projects across County Durham.
