Common Ground: An Exhibition Celebrating Health, Connection, and Community

16 May

Across the country, in parks, gyms, community centres, and unexpected corners of Calderdale, diverse groups of people come together in pursuit of health and wellness. What they gain goes far beyond physical fitness, as these gatherings become spaces for connection, empowerment, healing and often joy.

In a new exhibition titled Common Ground, local filmmaker and photographer Matt Radcliffe captures these powerful moments through film, photography, and personal artefacts. Each piece in the exhibition will tell a story of individuals and groups who, through sport and activity, have found belonging and resilience in community.

Held over Refugee Week 2025, with its theme of ‘Community as a Superpower’, we’re proud to host this exhibition that shows the strength of Calderdale’s communities.

Key info and dates

The exhibition is free and open to all 1-4pm, Wednesday-Saturday, from Saturday 14th to Saturday 28th June 2025.

From 1-4pm every Friday, enjoy a quiet zone in the gallery, where the films will be silenced and experienced through subtitles.

Friday 13 June, 5-7pm: Opening Night Join us for the opening night of the exhibition, with speeches, performances and screenings of the films.

Thursday 26 June, 6-8pm: Behind the Scenes Get an exclusive peek into the making of Common Ground, with filmmaker Matt Radcliffe and producer Janine Radcliffe.