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North West England
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ALT A skull and cross bone logo with Walk the Plank written below on a navy background.
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Thanks for the wonderful feedback about #WildWanders24 staged at #HollingworthLake, encouraging us to think about how we can build a more #biodiverse and #sustainable future 🌍 #ClimateChangeRochdale @walktheplank @ace_national #sustainableliving #ClimateCrisis @WestonFdn – at Rochdale, England
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Gareth Hughes, Head of Production at @WalkthePlank, creators of outdoor arts, theatre and spectacle, talks us through the risky business of keeping your delegates safe.
Read more at H&EN: bit.ly/4fOliv6
#Events #Meetings #EventProduction #arts #theatre #artevents
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WOW 👀The line-up has been revealed for Rochdale's #IgniteFireFestival 🔥 - accompanying all the fiery displays will be some stunning live performances ⏩ rochdale.gov.uk/news/article… #ChristmasCountdown2024 #familyfuntime – at North West, England
ALT Man with circles of fire
ALT Woman juggling with fire
ALT Dancers in a town centre on stilts with fire
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Visited the #FireGarden at Sandwell Valley - it was mesmerising! 🔥Stunning fire sculptures, glowing pathways & a cosy atmosphere made it a perfect evening. Thanks to @walktheplank’s team for keeping everything safe & welcoming. @sandwellcouncil
bit.ly/firegarden-sandwell
We are excited to offer Cobden Studios for rent. It is an ideal space for creative industries that need offices and making/fabrication facilities. Located on our Cobden Works site in Salford.
Find out more information about the space here: walktheplank.co.uk/about/opp…
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'Monty The Mersey Monster' down at New Brighton Marine Lake, this evening, then a small firework display to finish off. @walktheplank @MarinePoint_NB
Video:- youtu.be/F6h4dvHUH7E
#wirralboroughofculture
Monty the Mersey Monster wowed on the water last weekend, signing off @wirralcouncil's year as Liverpool Region Borough of Culture in spectacular fashion.
📸Mark McNulty
Learn about our Monty, our River Monster here: walktheplank.co.uk/projects/…
ALT A water based dragon structure on the water at night with pink fireworks going off behind, reflection on the water.
ALT A water based dragon structure on the water at night with fireworks going off behind, reflection on the water.
Bonfire Night Highlights🔥
This weekend, our expert pyro team lit up parts of the UK! On Saturday night, Derby's skies lit ablaze in a flurry of light & colour, Wakefield saw a kids' show + main display, & Freight Island wowed crowds with 4 brilliant displays. #BonfireNight
ALT Pink and Yellow fireworks in a dark sky.
We're delighted to partner with @RochdaleCouncil on another free event for the people of Rochdale. This time, it's the second iteration of their #IgniteFireFestival, which takes place from 22 - 24 November.
Find out more here: rochdale.gov.uk/events/event…
📸 Nick Mizen
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⭐World-renowned outdoor arts organisation @walktheplank are delivering this event as the finale to Wirral's year as Borough of Culture 2024.
See visitwirral.com/monty for full details
📷Mark McNulty
Today, we're at New Brighton's Marine Lake for the final event to celebrate @Wirralcouncil's time as Borough of Culture. Eyes will be on Monty the Mersey Monster as it illuminates the water in a display of fire, colour & light.
🔗 visitwirral.com/monty-the-me…
📸 Mark McNulty
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Over 3,500 visitors were welcomed to Littleborough for #WildWanders24, our night-time nature trail at Hollingworth Lake Country Park. Read more ▶️ rochdale.gov.uk/news/article… Funded by @ace_national and @WestonFdn 🌳✨ – at Rochdale, England
ALT 2 children together next to giant Robins
ALT Giant baby being watched by a crowd of people
ALT Woman next to a giant owl
ALT Women walking past a tunnel of lights
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Had a Friday night “Wild Wander” up at Hollingworth Lake. Really enjoyed it and met baby Lily too. Lovely to see the car park area repurposed into a light installation using fire, coloured lights, projections and sculpture. Highly recommend and it’s FREE! @walktheplank 😊
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This weekend we present the #WildWanders24 night-time nature trail at #HollingworthLake Country Park. ✨ If you were lucky enough to get tickets we hope you enjoy your visit #ClimateChangeRochdale 🌎 #DearAdult @walktheplank @ace_national – at Rochdale, England
Dragon's Breath at @walesbotanic officially opens for audiences tonight! This fire-lit journey through folklore, fantasy & Welsh culture showcases the magic of the gardens after dark.
Learn more & book your tickets: walktheplank.co.uk/projects/…
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Rochdale Women’s Welfare had an amazing time at Wild Wanders. Beautiful lights, wildlife & inspiring messages from local children made it a magical evening. We’re feeling inspired to help create a more sustainable, carbon-neutral future.
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One Week to Go until Anadl y Ddraig/Dragon’s Breath @walesbotanic.
Experience fire sculptures, music, poetry, & Welsh folklore under the night sky, featuring work by Children’s Poet Laureate Connor Allen.
Grab your tickets now: ow.ly/Wook50TNotZ
#OutdoorArts #WalesEvents
After 28 incredible years, Sandra Blue is stepping down from our Board of Trustees. From stage manager to mentor, her leadership and advocacy shaped Walk the Plank. Read the full tribute here: walktheplank-2023-site.pages…
Thank you, Sandra!
