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Two actors on stage during the debut show of Bringing the Outside In in Southampton. The pair are in costume and interacting with each other looking up from the stage.

Author: Kieran Graves

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Thousands watch New Forest folklore-inspired theatre production championing young people’s views on the climate and nature emergencies

By Kieran Graves

Nearly 2,000 people saw ‘powerful’ and ‘meaningful’ performances of a groundbreaking youth-led theatre show about climate change that toured Hampshire. Drawing on New Forest folklore and the nearby urban landscapes of Southampton, Bringing the Outside In explores issues of air pollution and climate anxiety. The production by Southampton community arts organisation Theatre for Life was … Continued

Fawley residents invited to comment on updated Neighbourhood Plan

By Kieran Graves

Residents of Fawley are being encouraged to share their views on proposed updates to the Fawley Neighbourhood Plan that will help shape future development in the area. Neighbourhood Plans are produced by local communities and set out planning policies that guide decisions on planning applications. The emerging draft Neighbourhood Plan is Fawley’s first for the … Continued

Boost for nature-based wellbeing in New Forest through Green Health Hub event

By Kieran Graves

The Green Health Hub’s first Connect and Learn event brought together more than 30 health professionals and activity groups supporting nature-based health and wellbeing in the New Forest.  Led by the New Forest NPA and registered Public Health Practitioner working for NHS England Phil Godfrey, Connect and Learn raised awareness of the Green Health Hub as an online directory for opportunities in nature and built connections between people along the green social … Continued