At this event, you'll work in small groups to map the causes and effects of climate change, sparking conversations about local climate action. No prior knowledge is needed - this course is for everybody. Thanks to the Copeland Community Fund, we can offer FREE places to those who live, work or study in the Copeland area.

Led by our expert climate trainer, using a set of photo cards based on the latest climate science, you'll create a flowchart or "fresk" showing the links between human activity, nature and the social and economic effects. Then, we'll explore practical ways we can take action on climate for a better Copeland, a better Cumbria and a better world.

This Climate Fresk is an opportunity to have open and inspiring conversations about climate change with other people from your community. You'll leave the session with the knowledge and confidence to talk about climate change and how you can reduce your impact. You'll also join the growing community of over 2.3 million Climate Fresk participants from 168 countries.

After the session, there will be an opportunity to tour the Millom Network Centre with the centre manager; discover their brilliant work and explore the composting centre and community garden.

What makes Climate Fresk impactful?

✅ Inclusive – suitable for beginners, experts and anyone in between

✅ For all ages – from school students to lifelong learners

✅ For all budgets – pay what you can option for individuals living, working or studying in Copeland

✅ Engaging & empowering – described as “eye-opening,” “very informative,” and “thought-provoking”

✅ Group-based learning – collaborative card game format sparks rich discussion

✅ Safe space for dialogue – enables honest, open conversations on climate

✅ Action-focused outcomes – empowers people to take informed climate action

Event Details

Preparation & timings

No preparation is required before the workshop. Arrive from 9:45am for refreshments before a prompt 10am start. There will be a 10 minute break with tea, coffee and biscuits. 

Travel

The Millom Network Centre's community minibus can offer free lifts to those who live locally (between Bootle to the North and The Green to the South) or to people arriving at Millom railway station. To book your spot, call the Millom Network Centre on 01229 666025.

The Millom Network Centre is a 1.2 mile walk from Millom railway station. 

There is some parking outside the Millom Network Centre. If you are interested in car sharing with other delegates, you’ll be prompted to provide details about this on our registration form.

Accessibility & other information

There is step-free access to the event room and toilet facilities. Climate Fresk involves discussion in small groups around tables. We have booked a spacious venue but there will inevitably be background noise from other tables. If that could cause issues for you, please contact us before booking to discuss options.

There will be photos taken on the day of the Climate Fresk in action, which we will use in publicity materials. If you do not wish to be included in any photographs, please let the trainer and/or photographer know on the day.

If you have any questions about this event, please contact training@futureproofcumbria.org.uk.

Tickets

Free - Thanks to the Copeland Community Fund, we can offer FREE places to those who live, work or study in the Copeland area. To obtain a free place, use the Pay What You Can option and input £0. However, if you can afford to contribute towards the cost of your place, please do, as this allows us to offer more places to those on low incomes. 

£19 - For delegates living outside of the Copeland area, or pay what you can! (Sorry, pay what you can option not available to people attending as employees/representatives from organisations). 

£39 - Employees/representatives from organisations, per delegate

As standard, for cancellations made within one week of the event starting we can only refund 50% of your ticket fee.

About Us

Here at Futureproof Cumbria, we’ve been delivering climate training for over 25 years and we’ve trained more than 2,300 people – individuals, local authorities, large businesses, schools, and community groups. We're proud to be the only organisation currently delivering Climate Fresk in Cumbria.

Donations

If you can afford to pay the full ticket price and are able to donate extra, this will help subsidise places for those who cannot. You can make a donation on the registration page. Thank you very much for your support.