As part of the Make Space Festival there are a range of free events open to women – no teenager needed! So take a look at the list below and book your free places (some are drop in events).
The Make Space Festival is focused on making parks more welcoming to women and girls through free, and friendly activities. A chance to try new things, meet new people and feel empowered in the public space.
Saturday 14th June – Rowntree Park
Nature Safari with York Bike Belles- 10-11am (book)
Join BB to have a mindful morning spotting nature in Rowntree Park – a perfect start to your day.
Foraged printing Making with Lara Aitken Art -11-1pm (book)
Using foliage from the park, discover the art of printing in this eco friendly workshop.
Orienteering with Eborienteers – 2-4pm (book)
Like a fun treasure hunt. Get a map and run or walk to the park to find ‘points’ . Suitable for all ages and a fun way to exercise and explore the park. Start any time between 2 and 3pm.
Our Right to breathe: collective art mural making – 12.30-1.30 (drop in)
A hands on art event to contribute to a collective mural celebrating women’s and girls rights to nature and parks and the benefits they bring.
Body Percussion Dance Class with York Rhythm & Tap – 2.30-3.30pm (drop in)
This is a fun noise and dance making session that is suited to all ages.
Hope Blooms – Collaborative mural making with Poppy Burr – 10.30-4pm (drop in)
Add a petal to the collective piece that expresses your hopes for the future and/or view son parks and open spaces.
Postcard Printing with Sweet Legacies project (York Theatre Royal) 10-3pm (drop in)
Come and print a post card to send to your future or past self!
Build your city – Meeting Place 11-3pm (drop in)
Come and design your perfect city – how can we make them inclusive and equitable?
All About Respect :University of York St Johns -10.30-3pm (drop in)
Find out more about this important project -share your thoughts on where you feel safe and unsafe in York and find out more about how we can tackle gender based violence and hate crime in our community.
Swap Shop – Co Op Local (part of the Big Green Week) – 11-3pm (drop by)
The local Co op Champion will be sharing tips and ideas for Big Green Week on how we can swap out items to be more environmental. Including a focus on period products.
Sunday 15th June – Rowntree Park
The Dancefloor Project with Bolshee – 11-12.30pm (drop by)
A pop up dancefloor in the park where you can come and share views on safety and the public space – and how you want to be treated (and have a dance if you fancy!)
Run like a Girl – Up and Running Store 12.30-1.30pm (drop in)
Have a go at some running exercises/activities with staff to answer any of your questions.
Ceilidh with Olivia Graham Folk Music – 1.30-3pm (drop in)
Come and join a traditional ceilidh and have some fun dancing to a fiddle!
Hope Blooms – Collaborative mural making with Poppy Burr – 10.30-4pm (drop in)
Add a petal to the collective piece that expresses your hopes for the future and/or view son parks and open spaces.
Placard Making – with Sweet Legacies project (York Theatre Royal) – 11-2pm (drop in)
Create a placard to share your views on the changes you want to see in our world.
Pizza in the park with Bistro Guy – 11-3pm
A pop up pizza van selling stone-baked pizza.
Saturday 21st June – Homestead Park
ParkFit with Attuned Fitness – 10-11am (book)
A fun fitness class showing you exercises you can do in a park.
Nature Postcards with Sophie Askew – 11-12.30pm (drop in)
Come along for a good old cut and stick session to make a nature themed postcard. Mindfulness!
Try T1 Rugby – 12.30-1.30pm (drop in)
A session for women only (16+) to have a go at a taster session for tag rugby – a non contact form of the game.
Orienteering with Eborienteers – 2.30-4pm (book)
Like a fun treasure hunt. Get a map and run or walk to the park to find ‘points’ . Suitable for all ages and a fun way to exercise and explore the park. Start any time between 2.30 and 3.30pm.
Back to Netball with Netball England 10-2pm (drop in)
Drop by between the times and have a go at Bee Netball – fun team work games perfect for beginners.
Sunday 22nd June – Homestead Park
The Dancefloor Project with Bolshee – 11-12.30pm (drop by)
A pop up dancefloor in the park where you can come and share views on safety and the public space – and how you want to be treated (and have a dance if you fancy!)
Nature wanderings with Sophie Askew – 11.30-12.30pm (book)
A nature wellbeing walk through Homerstead Park. Includes some simple sensory activities and a chance to discuss our connection with nature
Poetry in the Park with Little Hirundine – 12.30-2pm (book)
Interested in writing, poetry or just having your voice heard? Join local poet Becca Drake to get inspiration from the park and get your words down! You’ll get your own handmade mini notebook too!
Ceilidh with Olivia Graham Folk Music – 1.30-3pm (drop in)
Come and join a traditional ceilidh and have some fun dancing to a fiddle!
Check the full programme:
👉 www.rowntreepark.org.uk/makespace
Project: Instagram @makespaceyork
