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Polish diaspora and descendents of former Polish Resettlement Corps camp at Blackshaw Moor, Staffs.

28/10/2026

We’re excited to announce Blackshaw Moor: The Hope of New Beginnings, a new exhibition marking 80 years since Polish soldiers were resettled at Blackshaw Moor.

Following the Second World War, Polish soldiers and their families came to Britain and began building new lives in Leek. This exhibition, curated by the Leek Polish Connection , explores their journeys, memories, resilience and the community they created here.

Through photographs, heritage objects, audio recordings, personal stories and creative displays, the exhibition explores four themes: journey and arrival, Wojtek the bear and resilience, integration and the Klucznik family, and Christmas, childhood and continuing traditions.

📅 20 November – 18 December 2026
📍 The Nicholson Institute Museum & Art Gallery, Leek
🕙 Tuesday–Saturday, 10am–4pm
🎟️ Free entry

There’ll also be a programme of activities every Saturday, with talks, family activities, crafts and creative activities inspired by the exhibition.

Book your tickets here: https://app.tickettailor.com/event/es_2437472

Come and discover the stories of the people who made a new home in Leek, and the Polish heritage that continues to be part of our community today.

With thanks to the Nicholson Institute Museum and Art Gallery, Staffordshire Moorlands District Council, IAE1969 and New Vic Theatre for supporting this project.

28/10/2026

We are very pleased to announce the upcoming free exhibition at The Nicholson in Leek!

Come and see the story of how one of Staffordshire's communities grew out of the ravages of the Second World War.

We are also hosting activity days throught the months of November and December as part of this exhibition series so do please come along for the special features!

Thanks to our partners:
OUTSIDE
The Nicholson Institute - Museum & Art Gallery
people and places
Council England
Staffordshire Moorlands District Council

New Vic Theatre

21/07/2026

A quick pic of our meeting last night to wrap up on our 80th Anniversary of PRC in Blackshaw Moor event over the weekend.

With community agreements and plans falling into place for a busy Autumn/Winter period, there is plenty to keep us occupied planning for the future, so stay tuned for updates soon! ;)

We will be sharing some of the amazing stories that came out of the event on Sunday over the coming days also, and some will be sure to bring a tear to your eye! 🥲❤️

Leek
Vic Leek
Staffordshire
Up in the sky Droneography and Photography

21/07/2026

On Sunday we were joined by over 70 people at Blackshaw Moor Caravan Club Site to commemorate the 80th anniversay of the Polish arrival into the Resettlement Corps camp.

We want to thank everyone who came and supported by joining the ceremony, the walks of the site, and laying flowers at the memorial.

We also would like to thank all the volunteers who guided groups around the site, provided a beautiful speech on the history of the camp and the families within, and Do Broni for the military element and display.

Lastly, thanks to Tom at Up in the sky Droneography and Photography for photographing such a poignant and moving day (look out for more content coming soon!); also our community partners Vic Theatre, Staffordshire and Arts for their ongoing support.

19/07/2026

80th Anniversary of PRC in Blackshaw Moor event!
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Caravan Club site
Post code: ST13 8TW
Service starts at 2pm
Sunday 19th July

-Please do join us in laying floral tributes at the memorial at the Caravan Club-Blackshaw Moor site to remember the arrival of Poles in Staffordshire Moorlands.

-Guided walk of the old Polish Resettlement Corps camp available on the day with former residents and experts!

-Opportunity to learn of Polish experiences after the war.

-Living History Interpretation by Do Broni .

27/06/2026

19th July 14.00 - 16.00

The Leek Polish Connection will be celebrating the 80th Anniversary
of Polish Soldiers arriving at Blackshaw Moor Camp.

You are invited to these celebrations and can witness the symbolic arrival of Polish personnel to the camp at Blackshaw Moor.

-Listen to our Chair, Barbara, as she recalls life at the camp.

-Take this opportunity to lay floral tributes to your ancestors, who
would have commenced life here in England.

-Talk to the people who spent most of their early days living on the camp.

-There is a possibility of walking round the camp led by either Steve,
Tony or Zbysh. Visit the sights of Christina’s Meadows, Barbara’s School
and the ‘Elite Corner’.

-Talk to our local genealogist to see if he’s got any information on your
loved one.

We hope to see you there!

Leek Polish Connection

20/06/2026

Big news! :O 😍 🇵🇱🤝🇬🇧

Join us on the 19th of July (14:00) for the 80th anniversary of the establishment of the Polish Resettlement Corps camp at Blackshaw Moor, Leek.

-We will be leading a guided walk onto the former camp site led by our amazing former residents featuring their experiences!

-A short service of comemmoration and reflection at the memorial to the PRC camp at Blackshaw Moor Caravan Club Site. Flowers are welcome to be laid 💐🌹

-We shall also have Tom from Up in the sky Droneography there on the day to share his expertise on surveying the sites from the air using the latest technology!

-There will also be uniformed presence there courtesy of Do Broni to discuss the lived experiences of Poles throughout the war, and their resettlement in the UK, Empire and Commonwealth nations-not forgetting their arrival at Blackshaw Moor!

Look out for more details as we post them!

Thanks as always to our partners and supporters:

OUTSIDE
New Vic Theatre Leek
Support Staffordshire

27/04/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday, and to all our supporters!
A big thank you to Staffordshire Moorlands Walking Festival for including us in this brilliant initiative!

27/04/2026

💃 Polish Dance Celebration – 9 May

Join OUTSIDE and the Leek Polish Connection for a vibrant afternoon of music and dance at Foxlowe Arts Centre, celebrating Polish Constitution Day.

Featuring the incredible ZPIT Wiesniacy, one of the UK’s longest-running Polish folklore groups, bringing over 70 years of tradition to life through colourful costumes and energetic performance. ✨

📅 Saturday 9 May 2026
⏰ 2–4pm (performances at approx. 2pm & 3pm)
📍 Foxlowe Arts Centre, Leek

Free, drop-in, and perfect for all the family!

Come along and experience the energy, colour and joy of Polish culture. 🇵🇱

Find out more: https://outsidearts.org/events/polish-dance-celebration-9th-may-2026/

12/04/2026

Tomorrow is our regular monthly meeting at The Inkspot in Leek.

We have a busy agenda as we plan events for the months ahead, but new members are always welcome!
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