By Andrew Brown Stand Up For Southport
Southport’s first Earth Day celebration has been hailed a success, as people came together to celebrate sustainability.
The special event took place at Wayfarers Arcade on Lord Street in Southport on Tuesday (22nd April 2025) and was organised by the recently formed The Hearth.
The Hearth is a non-profit Community Interest Company based in Southport that aims to put the heart in home.
This free, family-friendly event showcased sustainability and empowered visitors with practical ways to save money on energy bills while making a positive impact on the planet.
Aligning with this year’s Earth Day theme, ‘Our Power, Our Planet’, it features interactive workshops, expert-led discussions, and engaging activities designed to highlight the role individuals and communities can play in driving meaningful change.
The Hearth directors Rebecca Armstrong and Nadia Speers-Robinson said:
“Thank you for making our Earth Day event a success!
“A huge thank you to everyone who joined us at The Hearth’s Earth Day.
“Your enthusiasm and support made our first event truly unforgettable and has inspired us to plan even more exciting events in the future.
“We are incredibly grateful to all the businesses and organisations that set up stalls and hosted activity workshops. Your contributions were invaluable and helped create a vibrant and engaging atmosphere.
“Special shout out to Claire Mills of Mills Interiors for dressing the beautiful photo backdrop, Harrison Brown of Bagel Bar for the delicious soup, and Wayfarers Arcade for being such a stunning venue.
“We loved seeing all the amazing photos you posted from the event! We were so busy enjoying the day that we hardly took any of our own.
“Thank you once again for making Earth Day at The Hearth a day to remember. Stay tuned for more events coming your way!”
People in the arcade were able to gain valuable insights into energy efficiency through pop-up sessions led by experts from Scottish Power, Making Energy Greener, Southport Eco Centre, and the National Energy Agency.
Dr. Barnabas Calder, head of the History of Architecture Research Cluster at the University of Liverpool delivered a lecture on the area’s architectural history and its energy implications.
The Hearth brought along a mix of creative and interactive activities.
A team from Manchester University offered a unique virtual reality experience, allowing attendees to see Earth from an astronaut’s perspective.
Sustainability took centre stage in creative workshops, including a dreamcatcher crafting session using recycled t-shirts, led by Jen Rogers from Knot Me Macrame, and a sustainable art session hosted by Emmy Porter from Art Ease CIC.
Becky Potter from Gang of Elk Forest School was talking about how to engage children with nature and the importance of play.
Guests met artist David Booth, a member of the Royal Society of Sculptors, who is passionate about using recycled and reclaimed materials in his work.
Fitness and sustainability combined in the Smoothie Bike Challenge, where participants used their pedal power to blend their own smoothies.
For more information visit the Hearth Facebook page and the Wayfarers Arcade website.
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