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The Rural Racism Project

By Zoe Parker

Published 27th October 2025

Black Food Matters: from markets to makers, books to reports, here is the first of the many great projects and campaigns to be aware of, beyond Black History Month.
black woman on a bench on a beach holding a red telephone looking out to sea

Produced by Feel Good Films, this short film follows the lives of three minoritised ethnic people living in rural England and features the testimonies of participants who generously shared their stories. The film brings to life key findings from The Rural Racism Project: Towards an Inclusive Countryside, exploring themes of racism, belonging and identity in rural spaces.

This is a two-year study and represents one of the most comprehensive investigations to date into the lived experiences of racially minoritised communities in rural and semi-rural areas of the UK. Drawing directly from participant testimonies and co-produced insights, the research offers a platform for more inclusive narratives to support change across multiple sectors and to reshape national conversations about race and inclusion in rural England. To increase public understanding and institutional engagement, the project incudes many outputs, including two poems by Leeds-based award-winning author, Black Girls hike leader and academic Emily Zobel Marshall.

Watch the film here

The project highlights the key barriers to racial inclusion in rural spaces and outlines evidence-based recommendations for improving access, representation, and safety. You download the report and recommendations here.