Buckingham Palace invite for Hastings charity founder

Tara was the driving force behind Art in the Park which saw the former bowling green and pavilion in Alexandra Park transformed into a new arts centre which offers activities and therapy for people of all ages.

Art in the Park is comprised of a local collective of wellbeing practitioners, therapists, artists, makers, creatives, performers and musicians from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences who say they believe in the arts as a healing balm for good health and wellbeing and a philosophy of art for all.

Activities includie Yo Yo Club for children and families and The Grow Project which explores wellbeing in nature and the potential of their outside space.

Wellbeing Wednesdays is a weekly adult event where people can come together for lunch, art, yoga and singing sessions. There is a men’s walk and talk group on Thursdays.

They also offer online creative workshops for those who are housebound.

Tara, who is off to the palace on May 8, said: “I am delighted to be invited to represent Arts on Prescription at the Royal Buckingham Palace Garden Party in recognition of the work we do.

“Arts on Prescription founded in 2019 provides accessible art for Wellbeing activities to adults who have issues impacting on their mental health and at risk of loneliness. Since 2022 we run an exciting program of inclusive creativity and nature based programs to families and adults from our volunteer led hub in Alexandra Park, Art in the Park.

"This honour is to reflect all the dedication of our team.of volunteer artists and practitioners who make things happen for the Hastings community.”

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