Market House Studios Podcast

In this episode of the Market House Studios Podcast , host Adrian Pritchard sits down with digital media specialist and broadcaster Dave Riche of Riche Business . Dave brings a wealth of experience across digital marketing, branding, podcast production, radio presenting, and business storytelling. Together, we explore the evolution of podcasting, how small businesses can use digital media more eff...

Adrian sat down with ceramic artist Michael Cassidy and workshop participants Sue Anderson and Diane Davis to talk about their experience creating work for This Town , the new community‑led exhibition at the Studios Art Gallery in Fleetwood Market. For Our Town , Michael worked closely with Fleetwood residents to capture the textures, spaces and stories that define the town. From the ridges of the...

Adrian Pritchard talks to Sound artist Rob Mullender -Ross and Fleetwood artist Omani Hanmer about the sound media workshops conducted at the studios on behalf of the "Pride & Place Project" funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Dr Rob Mullender is fascinated with sound, and its ability to mediate and make meaning within multiple contexts. He works with s...

“Sounds of the Market” — Sound Art by Adrian Pritchard Experience the vibrant soundscape of a bustling Fleetwood Market — the art of the deal, the rhythm of the haggle, the laughter, excitement, and everyday joy that fill this historic space. This sound installation, created by artist and podcast host Adrian Pritchard, emerged from a series of mixed‑media workshops led by Dr. Rob Mullender‑Ross as...

"Echoes of Fleetwood" Sound art by Fly Curran Experience the essential sounds of a Fleetwood walk by the sea. This sound installation by artist Fly Curran has resulted from a series of mixed media workshops lead by Dr Rob Mullender -Ross for the Market House Studios “Pride & Place” Project funded by UKSPF. These workshops engaged participants in building a sense of place through soun...

Teddy & Mr Ping Pong goes to Fleetwood. Perfected for a younger audience by artist Omani Hanmer as part of our "Sounds, Stories and Places" workshops. This is a great example of new skill development attending workshops conducted by sound artist Rob Mullender Ross. These workshops engaged participants in building a sense of place through sound recording, listening, narrative and comp...

Market House Studios interviews sign‑painting artist Lisa Wigham and Suzanne Pinder about the “Pride and Place” Sign Painting Exhibition, running until 29 March 2025 at Fleetwood Market Gallery The artworks in this exhibition were created by local participants during workshops at Market House Studios with Lisa Wigham, an artist dedicated to preserving the endangered craft of traditional sign paint...

Adrian talks to Market House Artist Jerry Gordon about Fleetwood and his new book "99 Sacred Sites" available on Amazon. Jerry Gordon is an artist who was born in Milton Lodge Fleetwood in 1955 and since then he has traveled the world painting the worlds most iconic buildings and landmarks. Pride & Place project is funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.’ The UK Shar...

Adrian Pritchard talks to Ann Carragher about her workshops and exhibition at the gallery located in Fleetwood Market. Ann Carragher is an interdisciplinary artist and educator who works with a diverse range of mediums. Her practice focuses on exploring spaces and places, both natural landscapes and urban environments, to investigate concepts of identity and belonging. Walking plays a crucial role...

On Saturday the 9th March Fleetwood Market will be having a celebration with a historical and traditional sign writing event. Heritage Officer Alexandra Holt interviews Cheryl Parry and Market House artist Lisa Wigham about current projects and activities including a free traditional sign writing demonstration in the Market Gallery. See times below for events: 12.30pm - 1pm – “Heritage Sign Making...

Studio Coordinator and host Adrian Pritchard talks to House Artist Tina Warren about the Silent Auction she has curated @ The Gallery in Fleetwood Market. The Silent Art Auction exhibition takes place in The Gallery, Fleetwood Market, 26 Adelaide St, Fleetwood FY7 6AD, from 3rd to 28th October 2023 (during the usual market opening times). How the auction worksAll of the artworks exhibited are part...

Alex Holt interviews Market House Studio Artist Tina Warren about herself and the ongoing workshops at the Studios. 'Art Buffet was an idea by the Arts, Health and Wellbeing Officer Lesley who wanted to provide a free creative opportunity for local residents to connect with local professional artists at the stunning studios. The sessions are Thursday mornings for 8 weeks and involve 4 artists brin...

Alexandra Holt speaks to arts engagement officer Angelica Vanesse from Fleetwood Haz alongside commissioned artist Laura-Kate Draws.   Time travel with local historian Dick Gillingham as he explains how Fleetwood Market evolved to become the busiest market in the North West.

Alexandra Holt talks to Karen and sparkly Margaret from Jars of Joy as well as David Gore from Healthier Fleetwood. Healthier Fleetwood is a point of contact for the Community, supporting residents to improve their physical and mental health. https://www.healthierfleetwood.co.uk/ Karen and Margaret from Fleetwood are on a mission to create 1 million Jars Of Joy across the world. https://www.jarsof...

Adrian Pritchard interviews studio artist Carolyn Sillis about her recent adventures in Peru and her up and coming solo exhibition "Freedom is?"  The exhibition ( Installation ) opens on the 2nd of August until 30th August at the Market House Gallery space situated on the Ground floor of Fleetwood Market. Additionally Adrian and Carolyn also discuss the charity solo walk Adrian is doing on th...

Get ready for a free creative arts event coming to Wyre this Spring! Creatival  is a brand new event taking place here at Fleetwood Market and  Cleveleys Plaza, packed full of performing arts, exciting interactive  workshops, live music, entertainment and more on Saturday 26 March. Fleetwood Market Performers 11am - 2.30pm Drop-in workshops 10am - 4pm Cleveleys Plaza, top of Victori...

Introducing Lisa Wigham who is the latest artist to join Market House Studios. On Saturday 26th March 2022, the event titled Creatival will take place at Fleetwood Market and Cleveleys Plaza. Alongside the Market House Studios open day It is a mix of professional street theater and performances, and participatory visual arts sessions.  Creatival lasts between 10am till 4.30pm Saturday the 26t...

Alex talks to Adrian about whats happening at the studios and half term events in Wyre. Come and meet your favourite frozen characters in Poulton (Thursday 17th February) and Garstang (Friday 18th February) No need to book, just turn up and enjoy the free events. Both days will be structured like this... 11am – Frozen workshop including activities 1pm – First show (45 minutes) 3pm – Second show (4...

Host Alexandria Holt talks to Adrian ( with a cold ) about up and coming projects in Fleetwood and Wyre. The Sanctuary Space The Sanctuary Space, a large traditional marquee, is a place of to feel safe and supported, creative and entertained, to talk and be listened to and a space to feel hopeful and be entertained. Sanctuary Street Exhibition Open from Wednesday 10 November – Friday 12 November 1...

Not to be taken too seriously 

Peter and Kezi Gardom talk to Studio Coordinator Adrian Pritchard about the up and coming In House Exhibition  at Market House Studios Open Weekend 23rd& 24th October 10am-4pm 26 Adelaide Street Fleetwood FY7 6AD After many months of renovation, and a global pandemic to deal with, the new creative hub called ‘Market House Studios’ is finally up and running for business and projects. “In H...

Heritage Open Weekend 11th and 12th September 2001 Whats Happening