Public Realm

  • The Scenic RouteThe Scenic Route
    A series of artist interventions as part of Lancashire’s new sustainable transport plans.  
  • Spodden Valley RevealedSpodden Valley Revealed
    A major new project promising some transformational impacts for communities in the Whitworth area of Rossendale, which will explore the long timeline of human settlement there, through an engagement programme involving local people of all ages, and a range of exciting artist commissions.  
  • Super Slow Way ProgrammeSuper Slow Way Programme
    Super Slow Way Programme including Burnley Canal Festival 2016  
  • Bowland RevealedBowland Revealed
    An inspiring programme of contemporary art set within the Forest of Bowland's breathtaking landscape.  
  • PanopticonsPanopticons
    Panopticon (noun) structure, space or device providing a comprehensive or panoramic view.  
  • Talking ShopTalking Shop
    We recognise the instrumental role shops and small businesses play in bringing local people together within the social hub of their neighbourhood. We want to help sustain and celebrate the role of the local shopkeeper.  
  • Temporary InstallationsTemporary Installations
    Exciting short term public art installations commissioned by MPA.  
  • REMADE Creative RegenerationREMADE Creative Regeneration
    REMADE (REclamation and MAnagement of DErelict land) is Lancashire County Council's programme tackling the region's derelict land problem.  
  • Valley of StoneValley of Stone
    Valley of Stone - (Rossendale Quarries; Tramways Heritage Project)  
  • LandLand
    Land (2003-2007) was a unique education and creative arts project at the heart of the East Lancashire Regional Park initiative managed by Mid Pennine Arts  
  • Urban Rivers Enhancement Scheme Urban Rivers Enhancement Scheme
    MPA are working alongside the Ribble Rivers Trust bringing creativity to the programme of works and community participation. The scheme will be centered around the rivers that flow underground and through Burnley town centre.  
  • West Pennine MoorsWest Pennine Moors
    MPA is working with partners on future plans to celebrate and promote this wilderness area.  
  • Weavers' TriangleWeavers' Triangle
    Burnley's Weavers' Triangle was at the heart of the town's textile industry in the nineteenth century. It is now an area which is being re-developed as a destination. Mid Pennine Arts moved into the area in November 2010.