Voices from the Piazza
Kate’s Story: Seeking Softer Places
Published: 15 January 2026 at 10:00 Europe/London
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Episode notes
Kate is someone who notices how places make her feel. She’s long been attuned to the textures of cities - the weight of concrete, the relief of greenery, the quiet comfort of spaces that seem to care back.
This story moves through a moment of pause and uncertainty, when staying put feels almost impossible. It traces how paying attention - to surroundings, to discomfort, to what’s missing - can slowly shape a sense of direction, even when the next step isn’t clear.
A reflective piece about environments, persistence, and the small decisions that shape how we live with our cities.
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VOICES FROM THE PIAZZA is an audio-visual exhibition, created to celebrate people who live, work and contribute to the Victoria area. It celebrates 50 years of Westminster Cathedral Piazza and will be installed in the Piazza for three months from January 2026. Presented by London Heritage Quarter, and created by Heard Storytelling.
