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Putting the Making in Place-Making: Sustainable Heritage with Alex Langlands in Neath Port Talbot (Wales)
“Heritage doesn't matter if no one's going to engage with it. Changing how heritage is now used and interpreted means more audiences will engage with it.”
How are communities working together to breathe new life into post-industrial heritage sites?
Join Community Innovation Practitioner and Archaeologist Alex Langlands from Swansea University on a heritage journey through the Welsh valleys.
In this episode, explore how through collaboration and co-creation, communities in Neath Port Talbot are creating a more equitable and vibrant future for the region through their heritage.
You’ll visit Craig Gwladus Country Park, Nath Valley Ironworks, White Rock Copper Works and Parc Slip Colliery. All once hives of industrial activity, are now transformed into beautiful greenspaces, where people of all ages can play, connect and learn new skills.
You’ll also meet many local voices along the way like volunteers, storytellers and conservation experts.
Listen as Alex argues for a shift in traditional heritage management, including community engagement. However, this shouldn't be an afterthought; it should be central to preserving our heritage. The episode also highlights the dedication of volunteers who play a crucial role.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Creative Communities Podcast
02:34 Challenges and Community Efforts in Craig Gwladus Country Park
04:18 Volunteer Initiatives and Achievements
08:24 Engaging the Youth and Expanding Heritage Projects
23:17 Neath Abbey Ironworks: A Historical Treasure
31:38 Exploring the White Rock Copperworks
32:18 Phil Okwedi's Storytelling and African Connections
38:51 Engaging with Industrial Heritage
47:54 Concluding Thoughts on Heritage and Community
50:24 Outro and Next Episode Preview
Useful Links
About Alex’s Creative Communities project - https://creativecommunities.uk/research/alexander-langlands
More from AHRC Creative Communities Programme and how to get involved - Creative Communities.uk
Thanks
Thanks to the community at Craig Gwladus Country Park, to Lisa Kirman, Park Manager, Diane Davies, Chair of the Friends group, and the merry band of volunteers who generously give their time to keep the park open and accessible for all those who enjoy its remarkable beauty and tranquillity.
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The Creative Communities podcast explores the power of cultural research and collaborative creativity. Join us as we discover how communities across the UK are tackling challenges and building a brighter future through groundbreaking projects.
Over six episodes, meet inspiring "Community Innovation Practitioners" leading the way. We'll follow their journeys of cultural collaboration, co-creation, and innovation, showcasing real-life examples of how creativity empowers communities to build a stronger, more resilient UK.
Credits
Creative Communities is funded by the Arts and Humanities Research Council UK (Grant Agreement No AH/X001555/1) and hosted at Northumbria University, Newcastle.
With podcast production and training from MIC media.
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By Creative Communities“Heritage doesn't matter if no one's going to engage with it. Changing how heritage is now used and interpreted means more audiences will engage with it.”
How are communities working together to breathe new life into post-industrial heritage sites?
Join Community Innovation Practitioner and Archaeologist Alex Langlands from Swansea University on a heritage journey through the Welsh valleys.
In this episode, explore how through collaboration and co-creation, communities in Neath Port Talbot are creating a more equitable and vibrant future for the region through their heritage.
You’ll visit Craig Gwladus Country Park, Nath Valley Ironworks, White Rock Copper Works and Parc Slip Colliery. All once hives of industrial activity, are now transformed into beautiful greenspaces, where people of all ages can play, connect and learn new skills.
You’ll also meet many local voices along the way like volunteers, storytellers and conservation experts.
Listen as Alex argues for a shift in traditional heritage management, including community engagement. However, this shouldn't be an afterthought; it should be central to preserving our heritage. The episode also highlights the dedication of volunteers who play a crucial role.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Creative Communities Podcast
02:34 Challenges and Community Efforts in Craig Gwladus Country Park
04:18 Volunteer Initiatives and Achievements
08:24 Engaging the Youth and Expanding Heritage Projects
23:17 Neath Abbey Ironworks: A Historical Treasure
31:38 Exploring the White Rock Copperworks
32:18 Phil Okwedi's Storytelling and African Connections
38:51 Engaging with Industrial Heritage
47:54 Concluding Thoughts on Heritage and Community
50:24 Outro and Next Episode Preview
Useful Links
About Alex’s Creative Communities project - https://creativecommunities.uk/research/alexander-langlands
More from AHRC Creative Communities Programme and how to get involved - Creative Communities.uk
Thanks
Thanks to the community at Craig Gwladus Country Park, to Lisa Kirman, Park Manager, Diane Davies, Chair of the Friends group, and the merry band of volunteers who generously give their time to keep the park open and accessible for all those who enjoy its remarkable beauty and tranquillity.
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The Creative Communities podcast explores the power of cultural research and collaborative creativity. Join us as we discover how communities across the UK are tackling challenges and building a brighter future through groundbreaking projects.
Over six episodes, meet inspiring "Community Innovation Practitioners" leading the way. We'll follow their journeys of cultural collaboration, co-creation, and innovation, showcasing real-life examples of how creativity empowers communities to build a stronger, more resilient UK.
Credits
Creative Communities is funded by the Arts and Humanities Research Council UK (Grant Agreement No AH/X001555/1) and hosted at Northumbria University, Newcastle.
With podcast production and training from MIC media.