Open House 2026 – Photos
View the photos. Open House 2026 brought together brilliant people across all sectors from Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire, and towns across the country to explore ideas, celebrate progress, and share practical solutions for building thriving communities. Over two days, participants connected, collaborated and learned from one another across workshops, panel discussions and fringe events. We’ve […]
Let’s Talk About Our Health From Conversation to Possibility
Since the launch of Rochdale For Generations to Come in May 2025, Our Future has been listening and engaging with people and organisations borough wide to understand the incredible work already happening, as well as the big ambitions that could shape its future. One way to engage is through the Let’s Talk series, which brings a mix […]
Our Future Newsletter – January 2026
It’s such a joy to share what’s happening right now. From Grimsby, where people are working together in a way that could set an example for the whole country, to Rochdale, where local energy continues to grow – there’s real hope, commitment and inspiration to celebrate….Read the full newsletter
Welcoming Angela Francis – Our Future Head of Scaling
Bringing experience in social innovation and community-led change We’re delighted to welcome Angela Francis to Our Future as Head of Scaling. Angela brings 15 years of experience in building approaches that create lasting impact, social innovation, programme and funding design. Angela has been passionate about making positive change throughout her career, working across the humanitarian, […]
Welcoming Ben Robinson – Our Future Place Lead
Supporting communities across the North of England We’re thrilled to welcome Ben Robinson as Our Future’s new Place Lead, supporting communities across the North of England, with a particular focus on Rochdale with our partnership with For Generations to Come. Ben has spent the last four years at the Centre for Social Justice, working directly […]
Grimsby Together: A Summary of Progress in Shaping the Town’s Future
Over the past six months, residents across Grimsby have been working together to shape a shared direction for the town’s future. Local people have stepped forward to explore priorities, test ideas and connect different strands of work. Alongside this, a dedicated group has been focusing on how long-term investment and decision-making could be shaped in […]
Let’s Talk About Our Health: A Night of Connection and Resilience
Since the launch of Rochdale For Generations to Come in May 2025, Our Future has been listening and engaging with people and organisations borough wide to understand the incredible work already happening, as well as the big ambitions that could shape its future. One way to engage is through the Let’s Talk series, which brings a mix […]
Welcoming Crystal to Our Future
Crystal joins Our Future as North East Lincs Operational Lead, bringing experience in community leadership and engagement. Crystal specialises in creating the connections and conditions that help people, organisations and communities come together to shape a positive lasting future. She has extensive experience in community leadership, engagement and finding meaningful ways for people to connect […]
Let’s Talk About Our Kids. “Let’s Dream Big. Let’s Act. Because Our Future Belongs To All Of Us”
Since the launch of Rochdale For Generations to Come in May 2025, Our Future has been listening and engaging with people and organisations borough wide to understand the incredible work already happening, as well as the big ambitions that could shape its future. One way to engage is through the Let’s Talk series, which brings a mix of people […]
Grimsby & NE Lincs Home Wins: Back Your Hometown Are you from Grimsby or North East Lincolnshire, did you study in the area? Or do you have family ties, but now live elsewhere? Home Wins is the network for people like you – those who want to stay connected to their roots and turn pride […]
