A programme of short films curated by Wigan-based organisation Northern Heart Films.
A programme of short films curated by Natasha Hawthornthwaite of Wigan-based organisation Northern Heart Films. This special selection showcases locally produced shorts exploring the festival’s theme of 'Everyday Creativity’. Featuring stories that not only highlight creative subjects but also reflect imaginative and original approaches to filmmaking itself.
Short films line-up will be announced soon! Which will include an introduction by one of the filmmakers.
About Natasha Hawthornthwaite
Natasha Hawthornthwaite is an award-winning Director/Producer and Co-Founder of Northern Heart Films which won the BBC Small Indie fund in 2024. Natasha was recognised as 'Creative of the Year' at the 2024 Manchester Young Talent Awards, and her recent work includes producing 'Rockall' with Oscar-winning Slick Films, directing 'Finding 'Appiness' (BFI Doc Society) and 'Joy Uncensored.' Her films have screened at BAFTA and BIFA qualifying festivals and she regularly speaks at events like the BFI Film Festival.
Natasha also mentors under-represented filmmakers through Creative UK's Screen Launchpad programme and is currently developing original documentaries with Northern Heart Films, supported by the BBC Small Indie Fund.
About Northern Heart Films
Northern Heart is a powerhouse of a film company based in Wigan, which was supported by the BBC Small Indie Fund 2024. Since 2017, the Northern duo Natasha Hawthornthwaite and Scott Bradley have been building a reputation for telling northern stories with heart. This small but mighty company has earned recognition for celebrating people and places across the North and supporting regional working-class talent.
Northern Heart is developing a slate of original productions for broadcasters and streaming platforms while also expanding its talent development programmes to nurture new working-class voices.
How to find the venue?
-Short Films Night will take place in The Holding Cell at The Bailiff Bar, The Old Courts. The address is: The Bailiff Bar, King St W, Wigan, WN1 1NG.
-The Bailiff Bar is Entrance 1 at The Old Courts.
Accessibility
There is a ramp which allows wheelchair users to enter the venue. Please let us know in advance if you need access to the ramp as we have to make the venue staff aware. Please email
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Photography & Videography
-Everyday and its trusted partners will be taking photographs and video footage during the festival.
- We assume consent for photographs and video through your attendance at the festival.
-Photographs and videos may be used on ours and our trusted partners website, social media, on publications produced and in printed media.
-All images will be held by the organisation and its trusted partners in accordance with GDPR guidelines.
-If you do not want to be photographed or videoed at the festival, please speak to a member of staff on the day.
About the Festival of Everyday Creativity
Everyday presents an arts festival for the people of Wigan and Leigh! Whether you’re into music, arts and crafts, storytelling, or just love trying something new, you're invited to join in. From hands-on workshops to live performances and community celebrations, the Festival of Everyday Creativity is all about showcasing local talent and bringing people together through fun, creative experiences.
Get ready to be inspired! Come along and celebrate the amazing creativity that’s part of everyday life in our community.
Visit our website to find outwhat else is happening during the festival! You can also keep up to date by following us on Instagram or Facebook .
Funders & Partners
“Festival of Everyday Creativity 2025” is produced by Everyday & Nuria López de la Oliva and commissioned by Down to Earth, with support from Arts Council England using National Lottery funding. Additional funding provided by GMCA and Wigan Council
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