Battersea Power Station – Pop-Up Park & Chelsea Fringe Festival
Bringing a Historic Site to Life Through Art & Performance
In 2013, as part of the Chelsea Fringe Festival, Battersea Power Station opened its doors to the public for the first time in decades with a specially designed pop-up park. This temporary green space provided visitors with a unique opportunity to look, explore, and experience the site while it was still under construction. Pocket Creatives was engaged to curate and coordinate an artistic programme that would activate the space, engage the local community, and celebrate the site's transformation through art, performance, and environmental storytelling.
📍 Nine Elms, London
Our Approach
Our Approach
- Developed the overarching theme of "Looking", creating a programme that encouraged visitors to see the iconic site in a new light.
- Curated and coordinated a diverse mix of local artists, performers, and designers to animate the space.
- Partnered with the World Land Trust and other environmental groups to highlight sustainability and urban greening.
Impact
- Delivered a dynamic multi-disciplinary festival experience, featuring installations, live performances, and sculptural interventions.
- Provided the first public access to Battersea Power Station in decades, generating excitement and engagement around its redevelopment.
- Fostered connections between artists, designers, and the local community, ensuring the site was seen as a creative and cultural asset.
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