The view in Shadwell looks different now that Glamis Adventure Playground exists :-)

Shadwell FC

Ever wondered where Shadwell FC is? For one afternoon it was created by our son in our communal garden with the help of a can of shaving foam! One of many reasons our neighbour wanted to give us an ASBO!! A golden moment which was washed away by the rain later that night.

Urban Alchemy - An Intro

An alchemist is someone who believes that everyday, normal things can be supernaturally turned into precious materials. I believe that in urban communities all over Britain (and the world) people are engaged in transforming waste places, derelict buildings and marginalised communities into glimmers of gold. This blog is dedicated to telling some of the stories and reflecting on some of the challenges of the art and science of being an urban alchemist today.