In this episode of the Market House Studios Podcast, host Adrian Pritchard sits down with digital media specialist and broadcaster Dave Riche of Riche Business.

Dave brings a wealth of experience across digital marketing, branding, podcast production, radio presenting, and business storytelling. Together, we explore the evolution of podcasting, how small businesses can use digital media more effectively.

Dave also shares insights from his work in radio, his approach to helping clients build their brand identity, and the creative process behind producing engaging content across multiple platforms.

Whether you're a podcaster, a creative practitioner, or a business owner looking to sharpen your digital presence, this conversation is full of practical takeaways and inspiration.

Learn more about Dave’s work: richebusiness.co.uk

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Market House Studios is a creative hub set up by Wyre Borough Council and Coastal Communities to support artists, makers, and media creatives — promoting Fleetwood and Wyre as an excellent centre for the arts

Adrian sat down with ceramic artist Michael Cassidy and workshop participants Sue Anderson and Diane Davis to talk about their experience creating work for This Town, the new community‑led exhibition at the Studios Art Gallery in Fleetwood Market.

For Our Town, Michael worked closely with Fleetwood residents to capture the textures, spaces and stories that define the town. From the ridges of the dunes to the brickwork of old shopfronts, each piece carries a fragment of lived experience.

His workshops encouraged participants to look again at the everyday places they pass through — the corners they love, the streets they grew up on, the landscapes that feel like home — and translate those impressions directly into ceramic stoneware.

Exhibition Details

Market House Gallery, Fleetwood Market 26 Adelaide Street, Fleetwood, FY7 6AD

Exhibition Opens: 29 January 2026 Runs Through: February & March

Adrian Pritchard talks to Sound artist Rob Mullender -Ross and Fleetwood artist Omani Hanmer about the sound media workshops conducted at the studios on behalf of the "Pride & Place Project" funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

Dr Rob Mullender is fascinated with sound, and its ability to mediate and make meaning within multiple contexts. He works with sound within its broadest definitions (not ‘just’ as music); a sensory, active, social medium, revealing different ways of engaging with people and place.

These workshops engaged participants in building a sense of place through sound recording, listening, narrative and composition and weaving them into stories, impressions, histories, textures etc; creating works which build a sense ofplace through sound.

Teddy & Mr Ping Pong goes to Fleetwood by Omani Hanmer

Full episode on Market House Studios Podcast or video version on you tube.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbvqCVKXQj0

This particular sound installation was exhibited last November in Fleetwood Market along side a video projection.

Echoes of Fleetwood by Fly Curran

Experience the essential sounds of a Fleetwood walk by the sea. This particular sound installation was exhibited last November in Fleetwood Market. Full version is on the Market House Studios Podcast.

Sounds of the Market by Adrian Pritchard

Experience the lively sounds of a busy Fleetwood Market.

The art of the deal, the haggle, the fun the excitement and the joy of Fleetwood Market. Full version is on the Market House Studios Podcast. This particular sound installation was exhibited last November in Fleetwood Market along side a video projection.

“Sounds of the Market” — Sound Art by Adrian Pritchard

Experience the vibrant soundscape of a bustling Fleetwood Market — the art of the deal, the rhythm of the haggle, the laughter, excitement, and everyday joy that fill this historic space.

This sound installation, created by artist and podcast host Adrian Pritchard, emerged from a series of mixed‑media workshops led by Dr. Rob Mullender‑Ross as part of Market House Studios’ Pride & Place project, funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF).

Participants explored how sound can build a sense of place through recording, deep listening, narrative, and composition — weaving together stories, impressions, histories, and textures to create works rooted in the identity of Fleetwood.

This installation was first exhibited in Fleetwood Market November 2024, accompanied by a video piece.

These workshops formed a key element of the Studios’ Pride & Place project, funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

"Echoes of Fleetwood" Sound art by Fly Curran

Experience the essential sounds of a Fleetwood walk by the sea.

This sound installation by artist Fly Curran has resulted from a series of mixed media workshops lead by Dr Rob Mullender -Ross for the Market House Studios “Pride & Place” Project funded by UKSPF.

These workshops engaged participants in building a sense of place through sound recording, listening, narrative and composition and weaving them into stories, impressions, histories, textures etc; creating works which build a sense of place through sound.

This particular sound installation was exhibited last November in Fleetwood Market.

These workshops where part of the Studios "Pride & Place Project" funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

Teddy & Mr Ping Pong goes to Fleetwood.

Perfected for a younger audience by artist Omani Hanmer as part of our "Sounds, Stories and Places" workshops.

This is a great example of new skill development attending workshops conducted by sound artist Rob Mullender Ross.

These workshops engaged participants in building a sense of place through sound recording, listening, narrative and composition and weaving them into stories, impressions, histories, textures etc; creating works which build a sense of place through sound.

This particular sound installation was exhibited last November in Fleetwood Market along side a video projection.

These workshops where part of the Studios "Pride & Place Project" funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

Market House Studios interviews sign‑painting artist Lisa Wigham and Suzanne Pinder about the “Pride and Place” Sign Painting Exhibition, running until 29 March 2025 at Fleetwood Market Gallery

The artworks in this exhibition were created by local participants during workshops at Market House Studios with Lisa Wigham, an artist dedicated to preserving the endangered craft of traditional sign painting.

Together, the group explored the town in search of handmade signs — from cast‑iron lettering on grids, to masons’ marks carved into stone, mosaic tiles, and the faded ‘ghost’ signage still clinging to old shop fronts.

These ‘sign‑spotting’ journeys led participants through Fleetwood’s historic architecture and hidden back streets, meeting people along the way and gathering stories of ancient and modern myths, historic events, and the town’s unique character. These encounters inspired the artworks featured in the exhibition.

This project is funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

For all inquiries please contact Market House Studios co-ordinator [email protected]

Pride & Place Sign painting exhibition is Curatedby Lisa Wigham and exhibits the following artists works

Paul Gibson

Terri Woods

Helen Gore

RachelGrounds

SuzannePinder

Fly Curran

Adrian talks to Market House Artist Jerry Gordon about Fleetwood and his new book "99 Sacred Sites" available on Amazon.

Jerry Gordon is an artist who was born in Milton Lodge Fleetwood in 1955 and since then he has traveled the world painting the worlds most iconic buildings and landmarks.

Pride & Place project is funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.’

The UK Shared Prosperity Fund aims to improve pride in place and increase life chances across the UK investing in communities and place, supporting local business, and people and skills.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/99-Sacred-Sites-Full-Colour-ebook/dp/B0DF67TLFR

Adrian Pritchard talks to Ann Carragher about her workshops and exhibition at the gallery located in Fleetwood Market.

Ann Carragher is an interdisciplinary artist and educator who works with a diverse range of mediums. Her practice focuses on exploring spaces and places, both natural landscapes and urban environments, to investigate concepts of identity and belonging. Walking plays a crucial role in her creative process.

The unique architecture and captivating topography of Fleetwood's coastline and town, offer a rich source of inspiration, allowing workshop participants

This exhibition showcases the unique visual responses of artists who participated in the Walking, Chatting, and Mapping workshops. Through these collaborative sessions, memories, stories, and hidden layers of the town of

Artists in the exhibition include Anna Briggs, Janine Walker, Fly Curran, Carolyn Sillis and Adrian Pritchard.

This exhibition has been extended until the 14th December 2024. Please contact the studio coordinator for more information. [email protected]

‘This project is funded by the UK government through

The UK Shared Prosperity Fund aims to improve pride in place and

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https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/uk-shared-prosperity-fund-prospectus

On Saturday the 9th March Fleetwood Market will be having a celebration with a historical and traditional sign writing event.

Heritage Officer Alexandra Holt interviews Cheryl Parry and Market House artist Lisa Wigham about current projects and activities including a free traditional sign writing demonstration in the Market Gallery.

See times below for events:

12.30pm - 1pm – “Heritage Sign Making demonstration” - Join local artist Lisa Wigham in the gallery space where she will share new artwork from her Arts Council of England ‘Endangered Craft Project’ and the traditions of sign painting, which are in danger of becoming lost crafts. Inspired by heritage hand-lettered signs and posters, once part of the everyday life of Fleetwood Market.

Browse the gallery filled with before and after photos of the projects in and around Fleetwood as part of the Heritage Action Zone scheme – the display will be on throughout March.

11.00am – 2pm – “Just Reminiscing” -