Cambridge playlaws project

We have commissioned a second phase of the playlaws public art project to further explore the theme of playfulness.

The intention is to change how people see the world around them. We intend to continue to promote physical activity by helping people to find new ways to engage with the built and natural environment.

We have extended the commission of Playful Anywhere, Pippa Hale and Hilary Cox Condron to develop the Cambridge Playlaws phase 2 project in Abbey and Petersfield wards.

The playlaws

The artists are co-creating with people across Abbey and Petersfield wards through workshops, conversations and playful interventions.

Playlaws draw on local memories, observations and imagined futures. Some celebrate the joy of childhood play, others encourage spontaneous acts of silliness or kindness, while others invite us to reimagine what our streets, parks and neighbourhoods could become.

The full list of playlaws developed during the previous phase 1 can be found on the Cambridge Playlaws website.

Playlaws are intended to encourage people to reconnect with their playful selves. The idea is to help people remember how they played in the past and bring them together to play in the future.

Phase 2 will work with local people to co-create six new playlaws that reflect the distinct character, histories and aspirations of these neighbourhoods.

While rooted in the same playful spirit as the original commission, this phase will respond directly to the changing identity of Abbey and Petersfield at a time of significant investment, regeneration and community-led activity.