“Beach of Dreams invites participants and audiences to work together to create a hopeful perspective on the future of our coast and planet. By walking the coastline and sharing stories about its past, present and future, we can learn about coastal and climate challenges, and imagine how we can collectively create a regenerative future.” Ali Pretty, Artistic Director, Kinetika

Findhorn Bay Arts are community partners in the UK-wide coastal arts festival – Beach of Dreams – activating and exploring the unique heritage, cultures and climate futures of our coastlines. 

Beach of Dreams invites you to step outside, walk together, and connect with the beauty, stories, and challenges of the UK’s coastlines. It’s a chance to reflect on our relationship with these extraordinary landscapes, discover fresh perspectives, and imagine new possibilities for the future.

We have been working with artist Amy Neville of Naturally Useful, artist Eve Mosher and Wild Things! Environmental Education in Action and invited local people to connect with our coastline from Findhorn to Burghead and contribute to a local artwork of silk pennants on Sunday 18 May. Over 50 participants took part in our workshops and will join us for the culmination of the project – a promenade from Burghead to Findhorn.

Join Us for a Coastal Walk on Sunday 18 May

We’ll be walking from Burghead to Findhorn, carrying beautiful silk pennants made in our workshops by local people. The walk celebrates our connection to the coast and ends with an artwork installation of the pennants and a friendly gathering in Findhorn.

Important Info for the Day:

• Start time: 8:45am from Burghead, near the caravan park.
• Check the full schedule below for route details and stop times.
• You can walk the whole route or join us at any point along the way (at your own risk).

What to bring:

• Comfortable walking shoes and a hat
• Suncream
• Water and snacks
• We are encouraging you not to bring dogs for the walk

Accessibility options:

• Join us at the end of Dunes Road (disabled parking available)
• Or meet us at the finish point near the beach huts in Findhorn

Transport:

• Car sharing is encouraged
• A shuttle bus will help return people to their starting points

At the end:

• We’ll display the silk pennants on the beach for everyone to enjoy
• Afterwards, come celebrate with us at the James Milne Institute – the final event of Beach of Dreams Moray

Who can join:

Under 16s are welcome with an adult (not suitable for under 7s)

If you would like to find out more or have any questions about the day, please contact our Community Engagement and Events Producer, Gill Bird, gill@findhornbayarts.com or call the office on 01309 673 137.