September 28 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Sandcastle competitions are an ancient tradition for coastal communities, an excuse to spend time down by the water and exercise the creative potential of natural materials. We’re hoping to create a future waterfront that is a place where families want to gather and to feel more connected to.
Stranraer’s waterfront regeneration is set to transform the town in new and exciting ways, and we’re keen for these designs to be co-created to ensure a future landscape that reflects the needs of all communities – both human and sea species!
During the sandcastle competition event, local people will be provided with their very own Stranraer Oyster Sandcastle Bucket to use and take home for future days down by the water.
The competition will give local people of all ages the opportunity to take part in co-designing future structures of the coast, be inspired by the shapes of their local ecology, and build sand sculptures alongside artist in residence Maya Rose Edwards.
We intend to make use of the dredged materials from Loch Ryan in the plans for the new piece of land in creative ways that benefit the unique natural environment. This is your chance to be a part of imagining your own re-use of natural materials to inform the design process.
Together, we will transform the shape of the coast into a man-made community oyster bed for the afternoon. The most inventive structure will receive a prize for their efforts, and all participants will be allowed to take home their Stranraer Oyster Sandcastle Bucket provided on the day.
Hot drinks will be provided. Please dress appropriately for the weather, all children to be accompanied by an adult.