Clients also include London community festivals at the Mayor's Thames Festival 2010, Urban Green Fair, Lambeth Country Show, Streatham, Poplar and Stockwell, Petanque in the Park and UK festivals like Green Man Festival, Waveform Festival, the Big Green Gathering, Sunrise Festival, the Glade as well as the Young Carers Youth Group.

Pétanque in the Park 2010

We'd particularly like to thank Bruce Rowland & Colin Taylor who organised the event and played in the competition and Bhupesh Thapa & Lawrence, the Islington Park Rangers, for their support and efforts throughout.

Rick Cowling said, “Very informative, enthusiastic and friendly staff. Children really enjoyed it!”

Doi Cowling said, “The best workshop I've ever been too! It's my type because I love animals!”

Paul L. W., said “My daughter really enjoyed the clay making. A very good idea for small children.”

Mother said, "Fantastic idea! Both myself and my son had a great time! Staff were really lovely too!"

Adult said, “Fun, fun! Remembered how much fun playing with clay is!”

Maggie said, “My daughters, Emi and Jo Jo really loved making George the last giant tortoise and a Scottish wild cat – Great idea!”

Father said, "Wonderful tactile play!"

Kiya (3) said, "I had a lot of fun playing with the clay and getting messy!"

Green Man Festival 2010

With great support by the wonderful kids field organisers Emily Williams and her friendly and cheerful team this was the perfect festival experience for all of us. We're looking forward to be back next year!

Child (age 4) said, “I love it. it is the best in the world.”

Mother said, “Abandoned by son to complete a turtle. I don't mind!”

Eve, said “Really relaxing in such a stressful time like camping! Hope to see you next year.”

Enanette said, "My son (11) and daughter (9) really enjoyed it. A lovely calming, absorbing activity for a hectic weekend."

Ella (6) said, “I loved making the animals and really enjoyed playing with the clay.”

Mother said, “Kids loved it and so did the parents! Thanks - see you next festival!”

Jess Kay (24) said, "This is a brilliant idea - everyone is having a great time. It's such a great place to be, really chilled-out and happy."

Cara and Heather (9), "We thought it was really fun! We would definately recommend it. There were a lot of animals to chose from."

Lambeth Country Show 2010

Whale of a Time is a Green Community Champion and we're proud to announce that we have been awarded the Making a Big Difference Fund in March 2010 in Lambeth. As part of the award we have been invited to be part of the Lambeth Country Show this summer where we organised the Whale of a Time Workshop for the local community in Lambeth.

Nathalie (mother) and Isabelle (daughter) said, “Had a lovely, fun time making animals with clay with friendly, helpful staff. Good luck with all your work.”

“What a fantastic idea!”

Martyn, said “Our son really did enjoy sculpting a dolphin and learning about why they are endangered. Thank you.”

"Thank you so much for all the information provided about our environment. Animals in danger. I think people would get more conscious about that for the good future of our own children. THANKS."

Rachel said, “Much fun being children – as we all should be now and again. Well done. xx”

Maggie said, “My daughters, Emi and Jo Jo really loved making George the last giant tortoise and a Scottish wild cat – Great idea!”

"I loved it because it was clay and sticky too and lovely." (age 6)

"I think that this workshop is cool because I have never been to a festival with clay making before." (age 9)

Colin said, “It’s right champion!” (events organiser, Pétanque in the Park)

Sharon (38) said, “What a neat thing to get everyone involved in.”

Sarah said, “The 7 kids all really enjoyed it. Thank you!”

"Very good for children. Good work, keep it up. Love it."

Streatham Festival

It was a great pleasure to be part of Streatham Festival again in 2010. This is our third year at Streatham Festival and we're delighted to bring the Whale of a Time Workshop to the Lambeth community providing a creative, educational and fun activity to the people of Lambeth.

Anna Godsiff, organiser of Streatham Festival (2010) said, "Whale of a Time, well done, you're my angels!"

Eva (6) said, "It was good amusing and groofy."

Ollie (4) said, "I liked getting mucky!"

Ella (7) said, "I had fun making a turtle and looking at pictures of other animals."

Celine and Nianh said, "Children loved the workshop last year and have returned to mould clay again :)"

Anna Godsiff, Streatham and Stockwell Festival Manager (2009) said, "As always you were fantastic - comments from our evaluators were that Whale of A Time are always busier than the Expo tent! - You have a truly brilliant activity with a great message attached - all down to your passion and commitment - always such a pleasure working with you."

Claire Horan, Stockwell Festival (2009) said, "They're as good as gold!"

Anna Godsiff, Streatham and Stockwell Festival Manager (2008) said, "Whale of a Time is number one on my list for childrens' activities."

Claire Horan, Streatham Festival Manager (2008) said, “Thanks so much for Saturday. You worked so hard and had a constant flow of kids and parents. There was such a wonderful energy in your space and I hope you had a good day.”

Sail Power and Watersports Show 2008 and Earl's Court Boat Show 2007

We were present at the Sail Power and Watersports Show 2008 and Earl's Court Boat Show 2007 at London's Earl's Court Exhibition Centre which is a fantastic opportunity for professionals and the public to learn more about watersports and marine species.

Play Radio Caroline Interview live at the Earl's Court Boat Show 08

James Brooke, Show’s Managing Director at the Sail, Power & Motor Show, said, "Thank you so much! You've made the show!"

Sarah Brooke, wife of James Brook said, "My sons couldn't wait to get back to do the workshop. They love it! Not only do the children love this but I feel I’ve gone back to my artistic days. So much fun you have to be here next year.”

Robin Brooke, father of James Brooke, said “This has been a fun experience for all the family and has made the kids more aware of the importance of our wonderful sea creatures.”

Richard Yeoward, former Vice Chair WWF, said, "Conservation works best when the people are involved."

Dom Mee, famous rower who crossed the Atlantic, said, “ Very cool. Save the whales.”

Mike (10) said, “I think that this workshop was amazing. I love moulding clay! Thank you!”