The Whale of a Time Workshop is a creative and educational event where young and old are able to model whales and other endangered species out of clay, and at the same time learn about the environment, biodiversity and sustainability, whilst having a whale of a time!
The Whale of a Time Workshop won the London region of the Future Friendly Awards 2011, the NHS Community Wellbeing Competition 2010 and the Making a Big Difference Award 2010. Whale of a Time was nominated for the London Peace Awards 2010 and 2011 and the Archant London Environmental Awards 2009.
Mark Brownlow, BBC Producer of Ocean Giants commented, "Watching people of all ages enjoying making their favourite whale species.. It's things like this, which will really inspire people to get aware of the plight of whales and dolphins and do something about it so it's a fun way of engaging people and i think I'll have a go at it myself."
Ian Rowlands, Co-Founder Planet Whale, WhaleFest, Brighton & Hove, UK commented, "A big part of what's made this event so cool is having Whale of a Time here. The kids have loved it. It's been a huge buzz all around the stand all day. The best thing we ever did was have these guys come here. ...WhaleFest exceeded our imagination. There's something about whales that even inspires people with even no interest in the natural world. It's great having Whale of a Time here to add to that success."
Ros Croker, Programme Manager Mayor's Thames Festival, London, UK, "Whale of a Time were a great addition to this year's Thames Festival, providing a popular, creative and fun workshop for both children and parents."
Lucy Smith, Public Health Manager at NHS Lambeth, London, UK said: “As part of the Lambeth mental wellbeing programme and work to improve access to psychological therapies, we have funded these workshops with the aim of increasing awareness of ways in which people can actively improve their wellbeing."
Ruth Claricoates, Barking & Dagenham Community Park Ranger, commented, "Whale of a time has been the most popular event out of all of them (Barking & Dagenham Community Park events) in the whole year.”
Bhupesh Thapa, West Area Parks Manager, Environment & Regeneration Department, Islington Council, London, UK said, "We were so happy to have Whale of a Time at our event at Barnard Park. The kids loved the workshop, which was very professionally run. We look forward to having Whale of Time back in Islington and would highly recommend the workshop.
Anna Godsiff, Streatham and Stockwell Festival Manager, London UK said, "Whale of a Time is number one on my list for childrens' activities."
James Brooke, MD Sail, Power & Motor Show, Earl’s Court, London, UK said, "Thank you so much! You've made the show!"
View our website at www.whaleofatime.org
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