Have you ever wondered what’s beneath the canal water? Or sat down next to it and just listened? You may be surprised with what you discover!
Each month from December to March, the ‘Open Observatory’ will offer different ways to experience the canal and its surrounding area.
At the heart of Kidsgrove the Canal is often forgotten, despite its unusual colour and animated wildlife it is often invisible in the background of our everyday commute. The Open Observatory will allow you to take a moment to see and hear the canal in new ways and is a chance to share your thoughts and stories with artist-in-residence Rebecca Huxley, as part of researching the canal environment.
Head along to the north entrance of Harecastle Tunnel on the following dates to join the ‘Open Observatory’!
- Thursday 13 January 1pm-3pm
- Thursday 10 February 1pm-3pm
- Thursday 10 March 1pm-3pm
Public access is either from The Avenue (Driveway to tunnel) or from the railway station. Please note: Public access is pedestrian access only. If you are arriving by car the nearest car park is the railway station.
Want to attend? Drop us a line at askus@appetite.org.uk with your name and which session you would like to attend.
The Open Observatory is part of Riparian Ecologies by Rebecca Huxley, presented by Appetite and Canal & River Trust. For more details on this and other projects happening in Kidsgrove click here.
