IT’S TIME – OUR BIG BUILD STARTS NOW!
We’re launching OUR BIG BUILD—and we need YOU to help create a game-changing space for Leicester’s young people! Too many feel shut out of opportunities, struggling with mental health, and uncertain about their future. We refuse to let them be left behind.
So, we’re building something BIG. A safe, creative hub at 29 Horsefair Street—with a youth-led gallery, recording studios, and inspiring spaces where young people can thrive.
This is more than a building—it’s a movement.
Every donation, share, and action brings us closer to opening the doors.
Join us and help build a future where young people feel valued, supported, and inspired.
Donate today: /campaign/ourbigbuild/
Spread the word! Link in bio
#BuildPedestrian #OurBigBuild #CatalystForChange #Pedestrian #PedestrianCharity #ArtCharity #Leicester #Leicestershire #EastMidlands #LevelUp #GrassRoots #Community
Would you like to try LETTERPRESS and SCREEN PRINTING but don't know where to go?
Are you aged between 10-18 years?
Then come and join us for our FREE 2 day mini print residency delivered by the fabulous professional artists at @LeicesterPrintWorkshop THIS WEEKEND, and be part of our flagship project Back To Books.
**No experience necessary** - just bring along your creativity and curiosity.
Places are limited - sign up here to secure yours - /apply
📍 Leicester Print Workshop, 50 St George Street, Leicester, LE1 1QG
🗓 Saturday 16th AND Sunday 17th May 2026
⏰ 10.30am -1.30pm on both days
SEE YOU THERE
@aceagrams #backtobooks #printing #flagship
“Grime Opera” | Documentary
The brief
Document a year long process of @pedestrian1998 first flagship project, capturing multiple workshops, partnerships and events.
Our approach
Extensive tracking of year long timelines anchored the production of this documentary.
As the project was developed by several rappers and a full scale orchestra, Rendah coordinated the filming of milestone events and 15 location specific interviews leading up to the performance.
Using the city as a backdrop, the aim was to explore the intersection between Grime and Classical music and the shared characteristics of the two cultures, facilitated by Pedestrian’s ‘ground-breaking’ flagship project.
The result
A bold collaboration uniting grime artists with a 65-piece youth orchestra.
Elevated Leicester’s music scene through a high-impact, cross-genre performance.
Created new pathways for young talent through live performance and exposure.
Brought culture into public space, engaging wider and more diverse audiences.
#leicester #community #grime #documentary
HALF TERM ANTICS x SPACE CENTRE COLLAB
Pedestrian and the @spacecentre are joining forces to take you on a FREE space-themed creative adventure that’s truly out of this world for May's HALF TERM ANTICS!
Tuesday 26th May at National Space Centre - Registration from 10am (Planetarium show begins promptly at 10:20am)
Your day includes:
A tour of the Space Centre
A planetarium show
Space-themed workshops
Wednesday 27th May at Pedestrian 10:30am–2:30pm
Get ready to explore, create and blast off into an unforgettable half term experience. Sign up via our website /apply/ (Link in bio).
Signing up requires attendance for both days.
@pedestrian1998 Vs @leicesterprintworkshop Join us as we take over @cqearlies for our 2026 flagship project: BACK TO BOOKS!
Step into a world of ink, paper and creativity at this FREE print session, open to all ages.
📍 Leicester Print Workshop, 50 St George Street, Leicester, LE1 1QG
🗓 Saturday 9th May
⏰ 12–4pm
For all those parents / carers that need a little pick me up the fantastic @goaspecialtycoffee will be there too! Providing specialty coffee and matcha to Leicester's creative community.
So come print, sip, connect and create with us.
Volunteer with us this summer!
Be part of something amazing with Pedestrian’s Summer Calendar. We’re looking for friendly, enthusiastic volunteers to help bring a season of creative events to life across Leicester!
First event:
Back to Books – Mini Print Residency (CQ Earlies Takeover)
Saturday 9th May
Leicester Print Workshop -Step into a world of ink, paper, and creativity at this free print session!
Whether you’re experienced or totally new to volunteering, you’re welcome here
Sign up now: https://forms.gle/3K6J4fPH8DcDGDG46
We’ll be in touch with more details soon!
This year, Pedestrian turns 28!
And we’re celebrating the people who made it happen.
Over the next 12 months, we’ll be sharing the stories of those who helped build Pedestrian from the ground up and drive us to where we are now.
Meet Jenny, she started volunteering for Pedestrian in 2014, after being a participant in one of our employability workshops. She then went on to be a Tutor, Project Manager, Trustee and first female Chair! Her wealth of knowledge and creativity helped shape the organisation to what it is today. Here, she talks about her experience,
"Pedestrian will always mean a lot to me because of the amazing, people- staff, volunteers and students! Working alongside them gave me so many amazing opportunities and experiences that shaped who I am today. It’s incredible to see how much the charity has evolved over the years and I can’t wait to see all the amazing things it can achieve with the new space!"
We’re excited to share that our talented friends and tutors from Comic & Concept, who helped bring our Tell TalesTales graphic novel to life are showcasing and selling their work!
Hosted by students from @dmu_coco comic & Concept course, COCO Con is a vibrant art convention featuring handmade prints, stickers and more. Expect a mix of fan art inspired by popular shows and games, alongside incredible original creations.
Saturday 2nd May
DMU Student Union Building
11:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Come along, explore the artwork and support these hardworking and passionate student artists. Your support truly makes a difference!
This bank holiday weekend we have TWO exciting workshops starting as part of our flagship project BACK TO BOOKS.
BEAUMONT LEYS LIBRARY 10am -12pm
EYRES MONSELL COMMUNITY CENTRE 1-4pm
Join us for FREE, FUN CREATIVE SESSIONS and get to create your own art!
SEE YOU THERE!
What a buzz from the energy of the London Marathon!
Why not keep that momentum going and take on Run Leicester 2026 with Pedestrian!
Whether you’re up for a 10K or ready to smash a Half Marathon, this is your chance to:
Run. Fundraise. Feel amazing! Check out why people chose to run for Pedestrian last year.
All while supporting local Arts & Education and having an unforgettable day out.
Grab your place now: [email protected]
Wow, what a day!
I think the whole of Leicester came to town on Saturday for Old Town Festival. Thanks to everyone who joined us. We hope you enjoyed it a much as we did!
