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PoliNations
PoliNations, Created and Produced by Trigger. Photo Katja Ogrin
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Diverse
City

Did you know that more than 80% of plants found in UK city-gardens originated overseas?

Step into an epic super garden of magical proportions! Giant fabricated trees sit amongst thousands of plants and flowers co-planted by the city’s residents, whilst the garden hosts a spectacular free events programme celebrating colour, beauty and natural diversity. This super-natural wonderland will bring live music, poetry, workshops, light shows, unexpected plant-life origin stories and a grand finale like no other. This is Carnival and Holi combined in one brilliant, messy, playful party and everyone is invited.

Experience

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PoliNations

A super-natural wonderland celebrating the natural diversity in our gardens and culture

September

Birmingham

The city centre will bloom into a vibrant living oasis filled with thousands of plants and brought to life through free garden tours, audio baths, live music and light shows, costume design workshops, sensory experiences, poetry and performance and more!

Friday 2nd, September — Sunday 18th, September

Victoria Square

Chamberlain Square

What kind of flower is your mind today?

Create

Answer 12 questions about yourself to create a digital 'seed' totally unique to you. Then plant that seed using your phone's camera anywhere you like.

The Highlights

What's on

PoliNations opens from Fri 2 - Sun 18 Sep. The entire PoliNations programme is completely FREE and EVERYONE is invited!

Free
Activity

2 - 4 SeptPlant Up!

Get your hands dirty and join in with the co-plant alongside hundreds of people from all over Birmingham. Made up of thousands of plants and flowers, the PoliNations super garden will bloom with colour throughout the festival!
Free
Performance

9 - 11 SeptPoetry & Performance Festival

BBC Contains Strong Language Festival takes over the PoliNations site, presenting a jammed packed weekend of poetry and performance magic.
Free
Activity

Every MorningFrom Soil to Sip

Spectra's accessible, multi-sensory tour of PoliNations, exploring Tea - planting, growing, harvesting, blending, brewing and drinking!
Free
Talk

DailyIconic Lunchtime Talks

A series of live talks exploring the themes of PoliNations through our Iconic Plants including a specially curated series by Claire Ratinon and Sam Ayre.
Free
Tour

5 - 16 SeptInto the Garden

Daily horticultural tours of the super garden led by our expert gardeners from The Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
Free
Workshop

5 - 8 Sept & 12 - 14 SeptWonderSphere Workshops

Join us in the WonderSphere for free workshops to learn from the best and create something fabulous!
Free
Everything

Thu 15 – Sun 18 SeptBallistic Seed Party

Join us for four days of our Ballistic Seed Party, celebrating the joyful spirit of Carnival, Mela and Holi combined – everyone is invited!
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Iconic Plants

The PoliNations super garden is a co-created landscape of over 5,000 plants and flowers. We feature nine of them here: their journey, their history and how they affect our lives in ways we never realised.

Apple

Pansy

Willow

Lavender

Fern

Amaranth

Rose

Tea

Tulip

See all iconic plants

Take Part

Flower cutting with orange petals
Education

Activities for Schools

Discover the journey of seeds, explore the origin of the UK’s plants and celebrate our multicultural nation with our free Education Pack, plus book your school group tour!

Join the team

Help make it happen

The PoliNations team is growing! Check out our current vacancies, traineeships, and tender and development opportunities on the Trigger website.

Female face with red roses growing from behind
Come and join in

Get involved

PoliNations will be packed full of workshops and interactive events. Get your hands dirty and help bring our spectacular pop-up garden to life, unleash your creativity and design your own costume in the Glam Dome, take in the site on a sensory tour, discover the history of tea at the Tuk Tuk Tea, plus much more!

Woman's face with pink and purple flowers and green foliage growing out of her hair
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10.08.22

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Press

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PoliNations and Trigger
Trigger, Unit 1.1 Streamline Building, Paintworks, Bristol BS4 3AS
Unboxed
Unboxed, Creativity in the UK Commissioned as part of UNBOXED: Creativity in the UK and also presented as part of Birmingham 2022 Festival
Funded by
HM Government
Northern Ireland Executive
Scottish Government Riaghaltas na h-Alba
Llywodraeth Cymru Welsh Government
Belfast City Council
EventScotland
Cymru Greadigol Creative Wales
Branding and website by Peter & Paul
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Is there another way I can experience PoliNations?","answer":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOf course!\u0026nbsp;We\u0026rsquo;ll be sharing some elements of the programme online so you can join in on the action from anywhere in the world, and our app will come with even more fun ways to engage with PoliNations wherever you are!\u003c/p\u003e","page":"faqs","city":null},{"id":22,"sort":14,"question":"Where can I find the programme for PoliNations?","answer":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW171234359 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW171234359 BCX0\"\u003eThe full programme can be viewed on \u003ca title=\"\" href=\"https://www.polinations.com/whats-on\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eour website here\u003c/a\u003e.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","page":"faqs","city":2},{"id":20,"sort":15,"question":"Do I have to book to attend PoliNations?","answer":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW217720510 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW217720510 BCX0\"\u003ePoliNations will be free and open to everyone, you will not need a ticket to get in. Only our workshops will be bookable in advance \u003ca title=\"\" href=\"https://www.polinations.com/whats-on\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ethrough the full programme \u003c/a\u003ebut there will always be spaces\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW217720510 BCX0\"\u003e available\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW217720510 BCX0\"\u003e for walk ups!\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","page":"faqs","city":2},{"id":16,"sort":16,"question":"Is it Free?","answer":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW114734160 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW114734160 BCX0\"\u003eYes! Everything is free for everyone to enjoy.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP SCXW114734160 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:259}\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","page":"faqs","city":2},{"id":17,"sort":17,"question":"Is a map of the site available?","answer":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW66567958 BCX0\"\u003eYes\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW66567958 BCX0\"\u003e,\u003c/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW66567958 BCX0\"\u003ewe will have\u003c/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW66567958 BCX0\"\u003ea map of the site to share shortly! Keep an eye on our website or \u003ca title=\"\" href=\"https://www.polinations.com/taking-part\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003esign up to our newsletter\u003c/a\u003e to be one of the first to find out. \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","page":"faqs","city":2},{"id":21,"sort":18,"question":"How do I book tickets for the workshops?","answer":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW51083471 BCX0\"\u003eYou can book your space at a workshop \u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW51083471 BCX0\"\u003eonline or by phone. \u003ca title=\"\" href=\"https://www.polinations.com/whats-on\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eGo to our full programme\u003c/a\u003e to book tickets for the workshops.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","page":"faqs","city":2},{"id":31,"sort":19,"question":"Is it suitable for children?","answer":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW235595877 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW235595877 BCX0\"\u003eYes! PoliNations is aimed at all ages. Two of our events will be aged at 14+ these are the Catwalk Extravaganza and Live performance by \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW235595877 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW235595877 BCX0\"\u003eSoweto Kinch: White Juju.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP SCXW235595877 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:259}\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","page":"faqs","city":2},{"id":27,"sort":20,"question":"Are there public toilet facilities on site?","answer":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eToilets will be on site. They will be clearly labeled on site, or you can find them on the site map.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eThis will include 2 accessible toilets. Changing place toilets can be found nearby at Birmingham New Street station and the Bullring.\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:259}\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","page":"faqs","city":2},{"id":29,"sort":21,"question":"What happens if there is bad weather?","answer":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW219605424 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219605424 BCX0\"\u003ePoliNations will \u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219605424 BCX0\"\u003ebe open come\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219605424 BCX0\"\u003e rain or shine so if it\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219605424 BCX0\"\u003e\u0026rsquo;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219605424 BCX0\"\u003es looking grey it\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219605424 BCX0\"\u003e\u0026rsquo;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219605424 BCX0\"\u003es not a bad idea to bring an umbrella!\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP SCXW219605424 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:259}\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","page":"faqs","city":2},{"id":23,"sort":22,"question":"What if there is a change of programme or event?","answer":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eWe will be updating everyone on what is happening both on our website and on our social channels so follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook!!\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:259}\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW116424755 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW116424755 BCX0\"\u003eTwitter: \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"\" href=\"https://twitter.com/Poli_Nations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW116424755 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW116424755 BCX0\"\u003e@Poli_Nations\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"LineBreakBlob BlobObject DragDrop SCXW116424755 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"SCXW116424755 BCX0\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"LineBreakBlob BlobObject DragDrop SCXW116424755 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cbr class=\"SCXW116424755 BCX0\" /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW116424755 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW116424755 BCX0\"\u003e Instagram: \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"\" href=\"https://www.instagram.com/poli_nations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW116424755 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW116424755 BCX0\"\u003e@Poli_Nations\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"LineBreakBlob BlobObject DragDrop SCXW116424755 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"SCXW116424755 BCX0\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"LineBreakBlob BlobObject DragDrop SCXW116424755 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cbr class=\"SCXW116424755 BCX0\" /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW116424755 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW116424755 BCX0\"\u003e Facebook: \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"\" href=\"https://www.facebook.com/PoliNations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW116424755 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW116424755 BCX0\"\u003e@PoliNations\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP SCXW116424755 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:259}\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","page":"faqs","city":2},{"id":26,"sort":23,"question":"Are dogs allowed to come?","answer":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW251502969 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251502969 BCX0\"\u003eUnfortunately, no animals will be allowed on site \u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun AdvancedProofingIssueV2Themed SCXW251502969 BCX0\"\u003ewith the exception of\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251502969 BCX0\"\u003e assi\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251502969 BCX0\"\u003es\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW251502969 BCX0\"\u003etance dogs.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP SCXW251502969 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:259}\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","page":"faqs","city":2},{"id":30,"sort":24,"question":"Where can I find lost property?","answer":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW98857574 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW98857574 BCX0\"\u003eLost property can be found at the information point on the site.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","page":"faqs","city":2},{"id":25,"sort":25,"question":"Are there age recommendations for some events?","answer":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW200164865 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200164865 BCX0\"\u003ePoliNations is open to everyone, whatever your age!\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"LineBreakBlob BlobObject DragDrop SCXW200164865 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"SCXW200164865 BCX0\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr class=\"SCXW200164865 BCX0\" /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"LineBreakBlob BlobObject DragDrop SCXW200164865 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"SCXW200164865 BCX0\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr class=\"SCXW200164865 BCX0\" /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW200164865 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200164865 BCX0\"\u003eMost \u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200164865 BCX0\"\u003elive \u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200164865 BCX0\"\u003eevents will be aimed at all ages, however the \u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200164865 BCX0\"\u003eCatwalk Extravaganza and Live performance by \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW200164865 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200164865 BCX0\"\u003eSoweto Kinch: White Juju, are aged at age 14+.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","page":"faqs","city":2},{"id":28,"sort":26,"question":"Will there be places to eat and drink during the event?","answer":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW62624290 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW62624290 BCX0\"\u003eThere will be no food or drink available to purchase on site, but \u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW62624290 BCX0\"\u003ethere are \u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun AdvancedProofingIssueV2Themed SCXW62624290 BCX0\"\u003ea number of\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW62624290 BCX0\"\u003e local shops and restaurants surrounding the site where you c\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW62624290 BCX0\"\u003ea\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW62624290 BCX0\"\u003en grab a bite to eat.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"LineBreakBlob BlobObject DragDrop SCXW62624290 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"SCXW62624290 BCX0\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr class=\"SCXW62624290 BCX0\" /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","page":"faqs","city":2},{"id":32,"sort":27,"question":"What covid policies are in place at PoliNations?","answer":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003ePlease be assured that the safety and health of all staff and visitors, is our main priority so we are closely monitoring official guidance from the World Health Organisation, Public Health England, UK Government, local public health authorities as information evolves.\u003c/span\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eIf you are attending, please follow the most up to date information on the Coronavirus that is available at:\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:259}\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/advice-for-public\"\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eWorld Health Organisation\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:259}\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https://www.gov.uk/coronavirus\"\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eUK Government\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:259}\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"\" href=\"https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eNHS\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:259}\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","page":"faqs","city":2},{"id":33,"sort":28,"question":"Can I smoke within PoliNations?","answer":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW51554946 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW51554946 BCX0\"\u003eSmoking is not permitted in PoliNations.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP SCXW51554946 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:259}\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","page":"faqs","city":2},{"id":34,"sort":29,"question":"What is the most sustainable way to travel to PoliNations?","answer":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW61352543 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW61352543 BCX0\"\u003eThe most sustainable way to get to the site will be by walking or cycling\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW61352543 BCX0\"\u003e.\u003c/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW61352543 BCX0\"\u003eTaking public transport is also a great alternative - details of how to get to our site can be seen below.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"LineBreakBlob BlobObject DragDrop SCXW61352543 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"SCXW61352543 BCX0\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr class=\"SCXW61352543 BCX0\" /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"LineBreakBlob BlobObject DragDrop SCXW61352543 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"SCXW61352543 BCX0\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr class=\"SCXW61352543 BCX0\" /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW61352543 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW61352543 BCX0\"\u003eP\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW61352543 BCX0\"\u003elease note p\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW61352543 BCX0\"\u003earking in the city centre is\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW61352543 BCX0\"\u003e limited.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","page":"faqs","city":2},{"id":35,"sort":30,"question":"How can I get there by Train?","answer":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW255058980 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW255058980 BCX0\"\u003eThe nearest train station to Victoria Square are Birmingham New Street (0.2 miles, 6-minute walk) and Birmingham Snow Hill (0.4 miles, 9-minute walk).\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP SCXW255058980 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:259}\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","page":"faqs","city":2},{"id":36,"sort":31,"question":"How can I get there by Tram?","answer":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW241676324 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW241676324 BCX0\"\u003eThe West Midlands Metro runs regularly with the closest stop at Birmingham Town Hall. For more information on where it runs and how to buy tickets visit the West Midlands Metro Website - \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"Hyperlink SCXW241676324 BCX0\" href=\"https://westmidlandsmetro.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW241676324 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW241676324 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\"\u003ehttps://westmidlandsmetro.com\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP SCXW241676324 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:259}\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","page":"faqs","city":2},{"id":37,"sort":32,"question":"How can I get there by Bus?","answer":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW44170295 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW44170295 BCX0\"\u003eThe closest bus stops to Victoria Square are for buses 9, X10, 82, 87 and 89. Bus services are operated by National Express West Midlands.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP SCXW44170295 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:259}\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","page":"faqs","city":2},{"id":38,"sort":33,"question":"How can I get there by Bike?","answer":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW217764466 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW217764466 BCX0\"\u003eBirmingham benefits from segregated cycle routes into the centre from Selly Oak and Perry Barr as well as an extensive canal network providing traffic-free routes. Find out more about Birmingham's cycle routes on the Birmingham City Council website. \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"LineBreakBlob BlobObject DragDrop SCXW217764466 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"SCXW217764466 BCX0\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr class=\"SCXW217764466 BCX0\" /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"LineBreakBlob BlobObject DragDrop SCXW217764466 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"SCXW217764466 BCX0\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr class=\"SCXW217764466 BCX0\" /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW217764466 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW217764466 BCX0\"\u003eDon\u0026rsquo;t have a bike? Don\u0026rsquo;t worry, you can hire an E-bike! A dock is located near Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery. To find out more visit West Midlands Cycle Hire.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP SCXW217764466 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:259}\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","page":"faqs","city":2},{"id":39,"sort":34,"question":"Where can I park?","answer":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW101097788 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW101097788 BCX0\"\u003eAccess to parking will be limited and we want to avoid congestion within Birmingham City Centre, so we encourage you to get to the site via walking, cycling or public transport. Birmingham is a 'Category D Clean Air Zone'. What this means is that owners of high-polluting vehicles will be charged for driving within certain parts of Birmingham \u0026ndash; including around and near the Location of PoliNations. To find out if your vehicle will be charged visit Brum Breathes website. \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"LineBreakBlob BlobObject DragDrop SCXW101097788 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"SCXW101097788 BCX0\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr class=\"SCXW101097788 BCX0\" /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"LineBreakBlob BlobObject DragDrop SCXW101097788 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"SCXW101097788 BCX0\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr class=\"SCXW101097788 BCX0\" /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW101097788 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW101097788 BCX0\"\u003eThe nearest parking to Victoria and Chamberlain Square is Paradise Circus Car Park and Town Hall multi-storey car park. It is operated by Birmingham City Council and charges will apply. If you display your Blue Badge, parking is free with no time limits.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP SCXW101097788 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:259}\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","page":"faqs","city":2},{"id":42,"sort":35,"question":"What Access provisions will be in place?","answer":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW107164082 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW107164082 BCX0\"\u003eThe site will be wheelchair accessible and many of the events will have BSL \u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW107164082 BCX0\"\u003einterpretation\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW107164082 BCX0\"\u003e and Audio Description available. For\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW107164082 BCX0\"\u003e full details of access provision please visit the \u003ca title=\"\" href=\"https://www.polinations.com/accessibility\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eAccessibility page on the website\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW107164082 BCX0\"\u003e.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP SCXW107164082 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:259}\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","page":"both","city":2},{"id":41,"sort":36,"question":"Is PoliNations wheelchair accessible?","answer":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW221787686 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW221787686 BCX0\"\u003eYes, the whole of the PoliNations site will be accessible for wheelchairs.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP SCXW221787686 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:259}\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","page":"both","city":2},{"id":40,"sort":37,"question":"Will there be an accessible area for me to sit? / Will there be an accessible viewing area?","answer":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW257852260 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun CommentStart CommentHighlightPipeRest CommentHighlightRest SCXW257852260 BCX0\"\u003eWe will have accessible viewing areas available for our Mother Tree and Main stage areas. Places will be limited so we would encourage people to \u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun AdvancedProofingIssueV2Themed CommentHighlightRest SCXW257852260 BCX0\"\u003ereserve in advance\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW257852260 BCX0\"\u003e by e-mailing \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"Hyperlink SCXW257852260 BCX0\" href=\"mailto:[email protected]\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW257852260 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW257852260 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\"\[email protected]\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW257852260 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun CommentHighlightRest SCXW257852260 BCX0\"\u003e to ensure you get a spot\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun CommentHighlightPipeRest SCXW257852260 BCX0\"\u003e.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP SCXW257852260 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","page":"both","city":2},{"id":44,"sort":38,"question":"Where is the closest blue badge parking?","answer":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW114727505 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW114727505 BCX0\"\u003eThe c\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW114727505 BCX0\"\u003elosest Blue Badge Parking is \u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW114727505 BCX0\"\u003eon \u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW114727505 BCX0\"\u003eSwallow Street\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW114727505 BCX0\"\u003e. Spaces are also available in the Town Hall Car Park and on Pinfold \u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW114727505 BCX0\"\u003eStreet and Waterloo Street. \u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun CommentStart CommentHighlightPipeRest CommentHighlightRest SCXW114727505 BCX0\"\u003eMore information on this can be found on the \u003ca title=\"\" href=\"https://www.birmingham.gov.uk/bluebadgeparking\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eBirmingham City Council Website. \u003c/a\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP CommentHighlightPipeRest SCXW114727505 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:259}\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","page":"both","city":2},{"id":43,"sort":39,"question":"Will there be any strobe or flashing imagery?","answer":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW36923739 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW36923739 BCX0\"\u003eThere will be lighting effects on the PoliNations site each morning \u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW36923739 BCX0\"\u003eduring the Awakening, in the\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW36923739 BCX0\"\u003e evening \u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW36923739 BCX0\"\u003eduring the Sunset Cycle \u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW36923739 BCX0\"\u003eand during some live events. While flashing or strobing lights will not be standard, an\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW36923739 BCX0\"\u003ed audiences \u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW36923739 BCX0\"\u003ewill be \u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW36923739 BCX0\"\u003ealerted within\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW36923739 BCX0\"\u003e our \u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW36923739 BCX0\"\u003eprogramme and with signs onsite.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP SCXW36923739 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","page":"both","city":2},{"id":45,"sort":40,"question":"How is PoliNations working to be sustainable?","answer":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW68064352 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW68064352 BCX0\"\u003eWe are dedicated to keeping our carbon footprint as small as possible while still presenting an engaging, high\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW68064352 BCX0\"\u003e-\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW68064352 BCX0\"\u003equality event. Our environmental impact and sustainability \u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW68064352 BCX0\"\u003eis\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW68064352 BCX0\"\u003e considered across all aspects of the project since its conception and will continue to be a priority throughout.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"LineBreakBlob BlobObject DragDrop SCXW68064352 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"SCXW68064352 BCX0\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr class=\"SCXW68064352 BCX0\" /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"LineBreakBlob BlobObject DragDrop SCXW68064352 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"SCXW68064352 BCX0\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr class=\"SCXW68064352 BCX0\" /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW68064352 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW68064352 BCX0\"\u003eWe aim to be open and \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW68064352 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW68064352 BCX0\"\u003ehave\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW68064352 BCX0\"\u003e been sharing our sustainability journey throughout the life of the project, so our audiences \u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW68064352 BCX0\"\u003e(you guys) \u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW68064352 BCX0\"\u003ecan see how and why we come to our decisions. Check out our blogs and Q\u0026amp;A's surrounding the sustainability of our project \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW68064352 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW68064352 BCX0\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"\" href=\"https://www.polinations.com/sustainability\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehere\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW68064352 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW68064352 BCX0\"\u003e.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP SCXW68064352 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:259}\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","page":"faqs","city":2},{"id":46,"sort":41,"question":"How many plants are there onsite?","answer":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW200116066 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW200116066 BCX0\"\u003eThere will be thousands of different plants on site ranging from trees to ferns to shrubs to grass!\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP SCXW200116066 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:259}\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","page":"faqs","city":2},{"id":48,"sort":43,"question":"Where did the plants come from?","answer":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW228797228 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228797228 BCX0\"\u003eAll the plants and trees are grown in the UK with the shrubs sourced from Europe but still grown in the UK. We will also have hundreds of Marigolds grown by members of the local community from across Birmingham and the West Midlands.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP SCXW228797228 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","page":"faqs","city":2},{"id":60,"sort":44,"question":"What will you do with the plants after the event?","answer":"\u003cp\u003eWe\u0026rsquo;re working in partnership with Birmingham City Council to redistribute the plants from our super garden back into the city! Plus, everyone is invited to visit us on the final day of PoliNations to pick up a selection of plants for your home, garden or community space\u0026nbsp;that will contribute to the growth and development of Birmingham's green spaces!\u003c/p\u003e","page":"faqs","city":2},{"id":50,"sort":45,"question":"Have you used concrete on the site?","answer":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW193625563 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW193625563 BCX0\"\u003eTo minimise the environmental impact that concrete creates, we will be hiring pre-formed concrete blocks (the type you see on building sites) which will be returned for future re-use. It was necessary to concrete for some aspects of the PoliNations site as it is the only viable material to act as ballast at various points on the site.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP SCXW193625563 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:259}\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","page":"faqs","city":2},{"id":49,"sort":46,"question":"Do you use peat in the plants?","answer":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW29689380 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW29689380 BCX0\"\u003eThe Trees are grown in non-peat soils and composts. The shrubs are also grown in peat-free compost. The Herbaceous and annuals are grown in a peat-reduced compost.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP SCXW29689380 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","page":"faqs","city":2},{"id":7,"sort":47,"question":"How can I take part?","answer":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHead over to our \u003ca href=\"/taking-part/\"\u003eTake Part\u003c/a\u003e page for ways in which you can get involved.\u003c/p\u003e","page":"faqs","city":2},{"id":6,"sort":48,"question":"I’m part of a community group, how can I get involved?","answer":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHead over to our \u003ca href=\"/taking-part/\"\u003eTake Part\u003c/a\u003e page for ways in which you can get involved.\u003c/p\u003e","page":"faqs","city":2},{"id":51,"sort":49,"question":"How can schools and education providers get involved?","answer":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW161879459 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW161879459 BCX0\"\u003ePoliNations will be welcoming schools to book on to workshops in the WonderSphere and to do \u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW161879459 BCX0\"\u003eself-led\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW161879459 BCX0\"\u003e tours on site. To find out more email \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"Hyperlink SCXW161879459 BCX0\" href=\"mailto:[email protected]\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW161879459 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW161879459 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\"\[email protected]\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"LineBreakBlob BlobObject DragDrop SCXW161879459 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"SCXW161879459 BCX0\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr class=\"SCXW161879459 BCX0\" /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"LineBreakBlob BlobObject DragDrop SCXW161879459 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"SCXW161879459 BCX0\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr class=\"SCXW161879459 BCX0\" /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW161879459 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW161879459 BCX0\"\u003eWe also have a free downloadable education resource for use in classrooms, home schools or just for fun.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP SCXW161879459 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{\u0026quot;201341983\u0026quot;:0,\u0026quot;335559740\u0026quot;:259}\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","page":"faqs","city":2},{"id":52,"sort":50,"question":"What does the PoliNations education pack contain?","answer":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW177338745 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177338745 BCX0\"\u003eOur curriculum-linked pack for KS2 learners will take your class on a journey, along the silk road to present day, unveiling the multicultural history of UK gardens.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"LineBreakBlob BlobObject DragDrop SCXW177338745 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"SCXW177338745 BCX0\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr class=\"SCXW177338745 BCX0\" /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"LineBreakBlob BlobObject DragDrop SCXW177338745 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"SCXW177338745 BCX0\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr class=\"SCXW177338745 BCX0\" /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW177338745 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177338745 BCX0\"\u003eOur education pack includes three different lessons with vibrant visuals and videos to show on your whiteboard.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"LineBreakBlob BlobObject DragDrop SCXW177338745 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"SCXW177338745 BCX0\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr class=\"SCXW177338745 BCX0\" /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"LineBreakBlob BlobObject DragDrop SCXW177338745 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"SCXW177338745 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Well it’s true! And it is from this remarkable statistic that the idea for PoliNations first took seed. PoliNations reflects on the UK’s complex histories surrounding migration and diversity whilst celebrating our differences, our roots, and our future, and emphasising the importance of access to green spaces and a healthy planet.

Step into a spectacular city-centre garden of magical proportions where you will be welcomed by an epic array of colour and nature.  

Giant architectural trees and thousands of plants transformed Victoria Square into an urban oasis, hosting free events, workshops and performances including live music, dance, spoken word and drag.

This supernatural wonderland uncovered the origin stories of the plants we know so well – daisies, pansies, apple trees, roses – in fact these, and most of the plants we see in our gardens are not from the UK. They tell the story of journeys, movement, dispersal, and new roots. 

PoliNations is a celebration of colour, beauty, and of natural diversity. Explore, enjoy and be your true unique self. You can experience music from around the world, an incredible light show, and a grand finale like no other where the tree’s canopies will burst into a joyful cloud of confetti and colour.  

This is Carnival and Holi combined in one brilliant, messy, playful party and everyone is invited. 

Find out more about the inspiration behind PoliNations here!

*Statistic taken from a study by Professor Jane Memmott, Professor of Ecology at Bristol University and President of the British Ecological Society, and colleagues.

Poli Nations, Created and Produced by Trigger. Photo Katja Ogrin (1)

About Trigger

Trigger

Trigger are shapeshifting creatives who dream-up, create and produce bold and brave live and digital events. They interrupt daily life, reimagine and revive public spaces, and put audiences and togetherness at the heart of everything they do. Their work is accessible, inclusive and boundary pushing, and is often large-scale and often outdoors. They create epic, imaginative spaces, fly giant dragons and care for their community.

Trigger created the worlds first flying puppet, ‘The Hatchling’. In 2022, The Hatchling lead the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Pageant's cultural celebrations on the Mall, outside Buckingham Palace. 

Trigger are excited to be breaking the boundaries of the traditional R&D process with a radical new digital process that will connect creatives from across the globe to unpack the tangled history of botany, plant uses and ownership in GROUND.

The Team

PoliNations is produced and led by the North Somerset based arts organisation Trigger, and a collective of creatives and experts in horticulture, arts, science, and architecture.

Concept Creative Team
Angie Bual Headshot
Angie Bual

Creative Director of PoliNations and Artistic Director of Trigger (The Hatchling, WithYou, Curio)

Carl Robertshaw Headshot
Carl Robertshaw

Multidisciplinary designer and artist (Björk, Ellie Goulding, London 2012 Olympics Opening and Closing Ceremonies)

THISS Studio Headshot
THISS Studio

Award-winning architecture, research and spatial design studio with a unique specialism in sustainable building, materials and landscape. 

Production Team
Format Engineers Headshot
Format Engineers

Engineering Designers (Sinking House Bath, Steampunk, Circadian)

Dock Street Events Headshot
Dock Street Events

Events specialists (MIF, Waltham Forest London Borough of Culture, GDIF, Hull UK City of Culture)

Associate Creative Team
Tom Gibbons Headshot
Tom Gibbons

Sound Designer

Matt Daw Headshot
Matt Daw

Light Designer (The xx, Sigur Rós, Björk)

Clary Salandy Headshot
Clary Salandy

Costume Designer and founder of Mahogany Carnival (Notting Hill Carnival, Millennium Dome Opening Ceremony)

Joey A Frenette, aka Bourgeoisie Headshot
Joey A Frenette, aka Bourgeoisie

Costume Designer (RuPaul’s Drag Race, The Hatchling)

Bronia Housman Headshot
Bronia Housman

Set and costume designer (Bristol Old Vic, Take That, Sadler’s Wells)

Chris and Toby Marchant Headshot
Chris and Toby Marchant

Horticultural designers (Contributors to RHS Chelsea Flower Show medal-winners, Hauser & Wirth Somerset, Royal Marsden Hospital)

FAQs

General questions about PoliNations

Policy Downloads

Data Protection Policy
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Safeguarding Policy
PDF 0.90mb
Environmental Policy
PDF 0.23mb
Privacy Policy
PDF 0.10mb
Complaints Handling Policy
PDF 0.14mb
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PoliNations and Trigger
Trigger, Unit 1.1 Streamline Building, Paintworks, Bristol BS4 3AS
Funded by
HM Government
Northern Ireland Executive
Scottish Government Riaghaltas na h-Alba
Llywodraeth Cymru Welsh Government
Belfast City Council
EventScotland
Cymru Greadigol Creative Wales
Branding and website by Peter & Paul