Funded by UK SPF, the Weetslade Arts Trail was a community arts programme that worked with local residents.
It was developed in response to community listening in the area, where residents expressed a desire to be involved in creative opportunities. This included the home education network, who had connections to the area through local champions.
This led to the commission of local artist and resident Frederick Worrell, who worked with the community to develop a project connected to the area. From this collaboration came the idea of a local art trail in Weetslade Country Park.
Inspired by the local environment, volunteers, residents, and families worked together across a series of creative workshops to develop artworks. With contributions from all generations and experiences, residents were supported to take their art from concept to design to final pieces. As they learned new skills in composition, ink use, and mark‑making, participants also had the chance to experiment. This process culminated in the creation of mandala rocks and convex mirrors.
Alongside artist Freddy Worrell, local volunteers then partnered with Northumberland Wildlife Trust to deliver a one‑day art trail showcasing the works.
