ART IN THE PARK
Art in the Park Festival set
to take place for eighth year
rt-lovers can look forward
to the return of a popular
Moorlands festival this
spring when Leek’s Brough
Park will once again play host to
local artisans and craftspeople.
Now in its eighth year,
Staffordshire Moorlands District
Council’s Art in the Park Festival
will take place over the weekend
of Saturday 10th and Sunday
11th May.
Councillor Gill Burton,
cabinet
member
for
communities, told Leek Life:
“This is one of the most
anticipated events in the
Moorlands calendar attracting
more and more visitors and
exhibitors each year. I’m looking
forward to it already.
“It’s a fantastic showcase for
A
also
features
interactive
art
activities,
bandstand performances and
children’s activities.
The Council is now seeking
expressions of interest from
local artists and craft makers
who would like to attend this
year’s Festival. To book space in
the marquee, or for more
information,
Tel.
01538
395522.
anyone who makes their own
items and I’m always impressed
by the quality of range on offer
and the skills and creativity
displayed by local artisans.”
Past exhibitors have included
artists,
jewellery
makers,
ceramic
producers,
photographers, bespoke greeting
card makers, a basket weaver
and a willow artist. As well as
exhibitors and stalls, the event
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