PlaceLab

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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.

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.

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