Are you part of a community land-based campaign in the South West of England? Do you need some GIANT support for your campaign to amplify your message?
The Lost Giants with support of Ffern Folk Foundation are offering a unique opportunity to co-create a processional giant with your community between 2026–2027.
What can a giant do for your campaign? Through Old Crockern and the @right.2roam and @thestarsareours.uk campaign we’ve seen how a giant can embody land, nature, and collective values prompted by local folk tales rooted in place. Crockern became a rallying figure for the idea that land is common, that access is a right, and that collective action still has the power to reshape the future. ✊
We’re excited to collaborate with a NEW campaign and continue to develop this part of our work that lies at the intersection of folk tradition, land and activism.
What a joy it was to be invited to lead the Carleen Tea Treat procession, joined by a fantastic group of musicians! A special way to celebrate the seasons bounty and welcome the start of the harvest season in Nanny Goat Country — crowned by a glorious serpent dance around Trew Green
An illustrated talk by Amy Webb of The Lost Giants Discover the world of processional giants and their place within British folk traditions. Amy will share insights from her ongoing research into this centuries-old custom, exploring the many giants documented across British history, how they are made, and the cultural roles they have played over …
WE DID IT! The legal right to wild camp on Dartmoor has been upheld by the Supreme Court. Judges unanimously rejected an appeal by landowners Alexander and Diana Darwall who said people should not be able to camp without permission from landowners. Pockets well and truly… ripped out! Greatest gratitude to The Dartmoor National Park …
Call Out for a NEW Giant
Are you part of a community land-based campaign in the South West of England? Do you need some GIANT support for your campaign to amplify your message?
The Lost Giants with support of Ffern Folk Foundation are offering a unique opportunity to co-create a processional giant with your community between 2026–2027.
What can a giant do for your campaign?
Through Old Crockern and the @right.2roam and @thestarsareours.uk campaign we’ve seen how a giant can embody land, nature, and collective values prompted by local folk tales rooted in place.
Crockern became a rallying figure for the idea that land is common, that access is a right, and that collective action still has the power to reshape the future. ✊
We’re excited to collaborate with a NEW campaign and continue to develop this part of our work that lies at the intersection of folk tradition, land and activism.
Read the full details and APPLY HERE
Application Deadline: 18 May (12pm)
#thelostgiants#callout#giantmaking#activism@ffern.co
Image credit James Eades @jmeeades
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