As the current News Coordinator (since September 2016) for Interpret Europe – the European Association for Heritage Interpretation, I edit, proofread and typeset news stories from Interpret Europe (IE) members from around 40 countries for inclusion in quarterly newsletters. The role also includes proofreading and editing of conference materials, publications and related communications for annual international conferences…
The Knocknagrave Environmental Centre – The KC for short – is an innovative solution for the next generation from Tydavnet Group Water Scheme in Co Monaghan, Ireland, where they have repurposed and reimagined a former school to provide a new kind of education. After completing a feasibility study in June 2022, W19 Design and I…
Look into the eyes of Ireland’s ancient past. What an absolute pleasure to help a small, dedicated team of volunteers from the Old Irish Goat Society create a mini visitor experience at this centre in Mulranny, County Mayo, on Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way. With modest funding from Failte Ireland and the Heritage Council, we created…
Feasibility study, initial interpretation strategy and support for Heritage Lottery funding application to expand the visitor facilities on the Cors Dyfi Reserve within the only UNESCO Biosphere in Wales. The reserve is managed by Montgomeryshire Wildlife Trust (MWT) and is home to the Dyfi Osprey Project. Having worked with MWT before on the design for…
‘Wetland conservation for wildlife, people and the planet’ was the mission of The CANN Project – a cross-border collaboration for key habitats in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Scotland. Working for Red Kite Environment and closely with staff from Newry Mourne & Downe District Council and other CANN Project partners, I delivered content research, copy writing…
Will you go into the woods today? … This small centre, on the banks of Ruislip Lido, provides an introduction to the little-known ancient woodland habitat and National Nature Reserve on the edge of London and aims to encourage people to explore and experience some of the wonderful wildlife…
Can you choose the greenest form of transport or add the least harmful items to your shopping trolley, race around the home to switch off all the energy wasters against the clock, or build the most sustainable town of the future? The Decarboniser is a fun ‘machine’ that allows players to choose between four games,…
The reimagined mystery of Loch Ness can now be explored at The Loch Ness Project in Scotland (re-opened June 2023). The old Drumnadrochit Hotel is home to a series of eight exhibition spaces that delve into the depths and secrets of the loch, the myths and legends of the wild highlands, the media frenzy of…
The visitor centre for the Colne Valley Regional Park sits within Denham Country Park, on the outskirts of London, and needs to operate on two levels – providing access and activity information for visitors to Denham and their day out in the immediate surroundings, as well as providing a gateway to the wider regional park,…
Trees are good! Having worked on previous projects for the National Forest (in the heart of England), including a promotional film and a report on outdoor learning, it was a pleasure to support with copy editing and proofreading for the important ‘Greenprint’ report: Our 25 year vision for the National Forest – a greenprint for…
Are you curious to experience how other animals see the world? As part of ZSL London Zoo‘s revamp of the Bug House, the Tiny Giants exhibition now has an interactive exhibit showcasing six examples of Minibeast Vision, from simple eye spots to compound lens eyes and seeing in different wavelengths. Invertebrates make up 97% of…
Light and waves for the Xplore! Science Discovery Centre revamp in Wrexham, installed during the coronavirus pandemic restrictions. As part of a consortium of smaller, independent exhibit designers and fabricators, I worked with W19 Design to develop and install light exhibits for the dark room and an overhead wave bar as part of a set…
Following a review and recommendations report (undertaken March 2017) this project involved some upgrades and new additions to the interpretation experience at the Ballycroy Visitor Centre in the Wild Nephin National Park (installed January 2018). A suite of acrylic graphics added fresh content and encourage more cross-themed exploration. A bespoke interactive exhibit demonstrating the effects of…
The Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and Canal – one of the UK’s World Heritage Sites – is a feat of Victorian engineering and the 11-mile long heritage site, which flows through the Clwydian Range and Dee Valley AONB, in Wales, needed some updated interpretation for a modern family audience. Working for VisitMôr consultancy and with the staff…
The English National Parks Experience Collection was developed to provide easy access for foreign tour operators to the wealth of first-hand visitor experience offers from providers in nine of England’s National Parks, showcasing the best of British hospitality and cultural experiences. Copy writing, editing and proofreading was provided for the full trade brochure and website content, supporting…
The Dartington Hall Estate, on the edge of Dartmoor National Park, needed some species ID panels for a new bird hide that had been designed by a group of architecture students. It was a pleasure to work with The Way Design providing content development and copy writing for a series of graphic panels to help visitors with…
As Professor Alastair Driver says, Wild Ennerdale in Cumbria, UK, is one of the best (and largest) rewilding areas in England. This project, working with The Way Design, meant copy writing and editing the biodiversity success stories to fit the infographic – in an attempt to match the stunning scenery of the area.
Content review, edit and proofread of graphic banners and leaflet for the designation of Mayo Dark Sky Park, which was awarded Gold Tier status in September 2016 by the International Dark Sky Association (DSA). The award recognises the commitment to protect the night sky and prevent light pollution over the 150km2 area of Ballycroy National…
The world’s largest museum needed a large team to develop it and I was pleased to play a small part! Detailed exhibit interpretation briefs to inform the design of a selection of exhibits and galleries within the Sheikh Abdullah Al Salem Cultural Center in Kuwait City – which opened in Spring 2018, becoming one of…
Interactive exhibit development for the Hidden London exhibition at London Transport Museum (opened October 2019 and hailed as the LTM’s “best exhibition yet” by the Londonist before winning the Museums & Heritage Temporary Exhibition of the Year Award 2020). Provided content development, game play, script and audio recordings for a 1940s telephone exchange exhibit designed and built by…
Interactive exhibit development as part of London Transport Museum‘s refurbishment of the Transport at War gallery, completed with W19 Design during the coronavirus lockdown 2020. Make your own ticket to gain access to an air raid shelter in the underground stations, have fun mixing and matching the uniforms of different…
For these exhibits we had to step up zebraproof to lionproof! Assisted W19 Design with development and installation of interactive touchscreen and audio exhibits for ZSL London Zoo’s Land of the Lions exhibit, opened summer 2016. The exhibits engage visitors with the work of the Conservation Rangers in the Gir Forest National Park in…
40,000 passengers per hour through central London – that requires a smooth operator! Try your hand against a simulation of the Thameslink ATO (Automatic Train Operation) system and see how many passengers you can safely deliver to their destination in this exciting interactive game. Working with W19 Design to deliver this addition to the London…
‘Detectives’ need to find DNA samples in a crime scene to try and catch a killer. A ‘DNA Database’ provides additional background information. Worked with W19 Design and Dark Green Media to bring this DNA interactive exhibit to life. Content research and copy writing were the main elements, along with managing the graphic style, producing…
New panels to interpret the coal mining history of the area and local community ties at two parks in Caerphilly, Wales – Parc Cwm Darran and Parc Penallta. Two large earth sculptures were also interpreted: the Wild Boar Amphitheatre at Parc Cwm Darran, which is used to stage public events and highlights the significance of the…
Wonderful on Tap – Severn Trent Water manages ten reservoirs to supply drinking water to millions and also provides amazing wildlife habitat and places for people enjoy the countryside. Whether you want a gentle wander, an energetic hike, to get on your bike or out on the water, a place to play or a nice cup…
Worked with W19 Design to develop and install interactive audio to a new innovative playground (opened 2018) at Hever Castle, UK, the childhood home of Henry VIII’s wife, Anne Boleyn. Various audio tracks – triggered by PIR sensors or on-demand buttons – add atmosphere and context to children’s…
Stop where you are. Take a deep breath. How does it feel? Catch your Breath was a small exhibition showing research from the Life of Breath project run by Durham University and the University of Bristol, using art, poetry and patients’ own responses to challenge the notion that we all take breathing for granted. For many…
The Tralee Bay Wetlands Centre in County Kerry, Ireland, is a gateway to the wider RAMSAR site of Tralee Bay, providing an accessible way for people to engage with wetlands and wildlife and providing not only the interest and skills to venture out and explore further afield, but signposts to the best places to have…
What a treat! Travelling to the home of the World’s largest seed – the Coco de Mer palm – in this UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Vallée de Mai ancient palm forest. Having worked with the Seychelles Islands Foundation (SIF), when I was employed by WWT Consulting, to develop a series of interpretive panels along…
Edit and proofread of adventure travel book, published August 2015 as an e-book and September 2015 as a paperback. Michael had a dream to drive from his home in the UK to Cape Town in South Africa – a journey of 28,000 miles across 25 countries. Travel with him and his wife, Helen, in their…
Editing and typesetting of Adult Diabetes Guidelines for Hillingdon CCG, creating an interactive PDF document to allow easy access for practitioners to the latest data and advice in patient care.
Facilitation of an international workshop to present and discuss best practice in the planning, design and operation of wetland education centres. Assisted with the production and editing of the resulting handbook, including submitting case studies. The workshop was held in South Korea, supported by the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands of International Importance and the Environment…
Assisted with content review and edit of the Convention on Biological Diversity booklet issued on International Day for Biodiversity 2013 to raise awareness of natural solutions for water security. Completed with RM Wetlands & Environment whilst employed by WWT Consulting. The booklet can be downloaded here: IDB-2013-booklet-en
This is a test page for some digital mapping walking routes around Ruislip Woods. Will you go into the woods today? From Bronze Age settlements to WW2 secret service training, Ruislip Woods ancient woodland have lived through a lot of history and offer lots for you to explore. Visit the Woodland Centre by Ruislip Lido…