The Philip Astley Projects own Andrew Van Buren and Allyson Ford Van Buren had a fantastic time welcoming new students to Keele University during Freshers’ Week with a showcase of circus skills and performance. It was a brilliant way to kick off the new term and share a little of Philip Astley’s legacy with the…
Shortlisted for Visitor Attraction of the Year at the #LovNulAwards. We’d love your support. Please cast your vote for the Philip Astley Centre and help us celebrate circus, heritage and community! VOTING IS OPEN until 29th September. Philip Astley Centre, 25 Merrial St, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Newcastle ST5 2AE. For more information about the Philip Astley Projects…
Circus Skills Workshops with Andrew Van Buren The first Circus Skills Workshop of 2025 with our one and only Andrew Van Buren is here, and it’s BIGGER and BETTER than ever! A day full of fun, laughter, and exciting skills. 🤹♀️✨ 📅 Date: 11th January 2025 ⏰ Time: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm 📍 Location:…
The Philip Astley Centre A world first as keys are handed over for the completed Philip Astley Visitor Centre. Philip Astley Projects CIC have been working hard to turn a dream into a reality, the opening of a visitor centre focussed on Philip Astley – the Military Hero, Original Ringmaster and Creator of the Modern Circus,…
Shortlist for Cultivating Talent Award Last night the Philip Astley Projects Team attended the Keele University ‘Breaking the Mould Awards Ceremony’. Where Philip Astley Projects CIC was shortlisted for the prestigious Cultivating Talent Award. This award is for the new or established business, enterprise or social enterprise that has provided the best student placement experience…