Purbeck LitFest is delighted to announce a unique evening screening of PROJECT WILD THING at Holmes for Gardens on Thursday 20th February. Followed by a Q and A panel, led by author, film maker, and photographer Iain Green.
We follow David Bond, a filmmaker and father. his frustration at the changing world and his children’s lack of interest in the outdoors. PROJECT WILD THING is the hilarious, real-life story of one man’s determination to get children out and into the ultimate, free wonder-product: Nature. PROJECT WILD THING is an ambitious, feature-length documentary that takes a funny and accessible look at a complex issue, the increasingly fragile connection between children and nature.
Holme For Gardens Manger Leonora Sheppard says:
“We are absolutely delighted to be involved in the festival. We have been following PROJECT WILDTHING with interest since it launched in the autumn. Purbeck is such an environmentally valuable part of the UK, that’s been loved by families for generations, who both live, work and visit here. So it’s a unique opportunity for anyone to see the film and chat to the panel, about how things are changing culturally for our kids, and how can we inspire protect and engage’ the next generation.”
The evening ticket offers supper plus screening of the film in association with Purbeck Film Festival, The Q & A panel members include Dorset Wildlife Trust’s Briony Baxter, and David Hodd ex Countryside Manager for the National Trust, now environmental consultant running. ‘Growing action for Nature’. With over 20 years of experience, (a father and local cub leader) David has worked extensively across the Southwest, and has recently been involved in the national campaign to create ‘Wild Purbeck.’ Chairing the panel is wildlife photographer, and author, Iain Green, who runs ‘Wildwonder’ a charity engaging children with the outdoors.
Simon Goldsack, panelist, and owner of Holme for Gardens and established over the past twenty years. One of the few remaining PYO fruit farm in the area, this unique spot helps families enjoy the outdoors, help their children learn about the origins of the food they eat and discover how it’s grown. Simon is passionate about his grounds and is working towards creating the perfect spaces, both formal and wild, in which to learn, relax or find a quiet spot for contemplation in the great outdoors.
For more information about the panel :
https://www.purbeckliteraryfestival.info/#!project-wildthing/cs8x
Supper served from 6.30pm
Tickets at £13
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