Author Archives: Issy Hodgkiss

Some Space

Take a breather. Social media can be an intense place, so to combat any distressing feelings or bad vibes, we’ve complied a list of resources, activities, and feel-good stuff as a distraction ♥ Mental Health Resources NHS Self-help: Guides, tools and activities. Includes ‘5 steps for mental wellbeing’, ’10 stress busters’, breathing exercises, and more.Continue reading “Some Space”

ArtHole’s ‘Gnarrly’ Zine – coming soon to a pair of eyes near you

Armed with a DIY ethos and a whole lotta creativity, ArtHole (@artholecardiff) are a pair of Cardiff-based illustrators (and skaters!) making their own way in the UK’s creative community. The pair host pop-up events and partake in art and illustration fairs to spread the love within their local scene and beyond, and are now backContinue reading “ArtHole’s ‘Gnarrly’ Zine – coming soon to a pair of eyes near you”

Girl Skate UK Easter Hunt! 🥚

Forget chocolate eggs, this Sunday (April 4th) we’re running a nationwide Easter hunt, with all kinds of prizes from some of our favourite skate shops across the country. Clues will be posted on social media throughout the day, leading you to a legendary local spot where either the goodies or a token will be stashed.Continue reading “Girl Skate UK Easter Hunt! 🥚”

International Women’s Day – Choose to Challenge 💪

“A challenged world is an alert world […]. We can all choose to challenge and call out gender bias and inequality. We can all choose to seek out and celebrate women’s achievements. Collectively, we can all help create an inclusive world.” This sentiment, taken from the International Women’s Day website, is the focus behind thisContinue reading “International Women’s Day – Choose to Challenge 💪”

HAPPY BIRTHDAY GSUK!

It’s GSUK’s 7th birthday (wahoo!), which should mean skating, good vibes, and most importantly: cake. In past years GSUK have hosted a fair share of bumper birthday bashes, with giveaways, raffles, and competitions at indoor parks around the country, including Flo and Broom skateparks in Nottingham and Leicester. But sadly, in light of the pandemicContinue reading “HAPPY BIRTHDAY GSUK!”