Everyone Has a Story Worth Sharing

Neighbourhood Narratives CIC is a community-focused organisation bringing people together through arts, heritage, wellbeing and storytelling.

We believe the stories, memories and experiences of local people matter. They help us understand where we come from, connect us with one another and create a sense of belonging.

Our work creates welcoming and inclusive opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds to connect, create, share and be heard.

About Us

What We Do

We develop creative projects that put people and communities at their heart.

From arts workshops and creative wellbeing programmes to oral history, heritage and community archive projects, we create opportunities for people to explore their creativity, share experiences and build meaningful connections.

We work alongside local people to capture the stories, memories and traditions that make communities unique. Through exhibitions, publications, performances, digital resources and public events, we help bring these stories to life and make them accessible to a wider audience.

Community at the Heart

Our projects are shaped with communities, not simply for them.

We encourage local people to contribute their ideas, knowledge, experiences and creativity, helping to shape projects that genuinely reflect the places and people they represent.

By creating spaces where people can meet, participate and express themselves, our work aims to reduce social isolation, support wellbeing, strengthen connections and build community pride.

Preserving Stories for the Future

Every neighbourhood holds stories worth remembering.

Through oral histories, community research and archive projects, we record and preserve local memories, experiences and cultural traditions that might otherwise be overlooked or lost.

By sharing and safeguarding these stories, we help ensure that the voices and experiences of today's communities remain accessible for future generations.

Working Together

We believe collaboration creates stronger communities.

We work with community groups, cultural organisations, schools and educational institutions, health and wellbeing services, local authorities and other partners to make arts, heritage and creative opportunities accessible to more people.

Together, we want to create lasting connections, celebrate the richness and diversity of our communities, and ensure that everyone has the opportunity to tell their story.

Collective Excellence

Meet the Board of Directors

Fiona Martin

We count on this visionary to define strategic priorities, allocate resources responsibly, and ensure every decision reinforces long-term value creation.

Founding Director & Project Manager

Andy Windebank

We trust this leader to synchronize production, logistics, and support functions, cultivating dependable processes that uphold our service commitments.

Director

Director

Jo Franklin

We depend on this engineer to transform conceptual requirements into robust technical solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing infrastructures.

Director

Emily Bray

We empower this manager to maintain proactive client dialogue, demonstrating our accountability while anticipating emerging needs with tailored solutions.

Flagship Project

Luton at Heart

Heal & Connect Through Creativity - Together

Have you or someone close to you experienced a heart attack or serious health challenge? Luton at Heart invites you to be part of a supportive creative project that exploring how creativity can aid recovery, wellbeing, and renewed confidence.