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Lancashire County Council - Culture Hacks - Young volunteers in Lancashire Libraries and Archives
Aged 11-24 and looking for an inspiring volunteer opportunity? Culture Hacks are young volunteers in Lancashire’s libraries and Lancashire Archives. Help make fun and creative activities happen. • Lego, coding and science-based sessions • Displays and exhibitions • Children’s activities and reading programmes • Creative projects History and heritage projects • Develop new skills • Receive awards and certificates • Valuable experience to add to your CV • Meet new people • Create your own projects Find Culture Hack opportunities via the link
20 Stories High - Artistic Director
This role is about shaping the artistic future of 20 Stories High in partnership with the Executive Director, Associate Director and the team. Championing new voices, developing the next generation of artists and ensuring our work continues to challenge, celebrate and reflect the communities we work alongside. Salary: £40,000–£45,000 (Full time equivalent), depending on experience. Contract: We’re open to discussing full-time, part time or job share arrangements. Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week. Deadline to apply: 5 October 2026
Artists' Access to Art Colleges - Artist Residency Opportunities
AA2A is an Arts Council England Investment Principle Support Organisation (IPSO) that has been facilitating artists' residencies. This transformative programme fosters collaboration between further and higher education institutions and artists while supporting students as they transition from study to employment in the arts. Universities and colleges host up to six artists for one academic year, allowing artists the opportunity to use facilities and resources they may otherwise not be able to access. Deadline: Blackpool School of Arts - 14/09, University of Lancashire - 16/09.
Creative Enterprise UK - Fast Forward Business Support Programme
Working in film & TV, games, immersive or createch? Creative Enterprise has launched Fast Forward, a brand-new programme for established screen businesses ready to scale with confidence and build sustainable growth. Expert workshops, peer learning and, at the heart of the programme, six specialist mentors with six different growth superpowers. From investment and financial planning to brand, leadership, innovation, revenue and governance, businesses will receive support tailored to the challenges they are facing. Meet the Mentors: 10 Sept. Submit Programme Applications by 14 Sept 2026.
Loewe Foundation - Call Out - 2027 LOEWE FOUNDATION Craft Prize
We’re pleased to announce that submissions are now open for the tenth edition of the LOEWE FOUNDATION Craft Prize, our annual international award celebrating excellence and innovation in craft across all its forms. Anyone over 18 years of age, working in a craft-based profession, is welcome to apply. All shortlisted works will be exhibited in Europe in spring 2027, from which the LOEWE FOUNDATION Craft Prize Jury will select the winning piece and two special mentions. The winner is awarded €50,000. Two special mentions will each receive €5,000. Entries open until 15th October, 2026
The Dukes - Open Call - Creative Futures
Creative Futures returns for a second year. Across 2026/27 we will be supporting another two young people with the time, space, and funds to pursue a creative project of their choosing. Creative Futures offers opportunities for young people to produce and share their own personal creative projects, focussing on all art forms such as poetry, scriptwriting, film making, stand-up comedy and dance. This is all supported by The Dukes staff and industry professionals that will deliver relevant masterclasses through the year. Applications close 5th October 2026.
IN4 Group - Modern Leader Training: Workforce AI & Data Upskilling
Are you an employer looking to upskill your workforce to apply AI and Data technology across your business to improve productivity and profitability? IN4 Group’s workforce AI and Data technology training offer is a practical, business‑focused solution that enables employers to apply AI and Data technology across functions, build workforce capability, and deliver measurable gains in productivity, performance, and profitability at scale. The AI Practitioner and Modern Leader with AI apprenticeships have a roll on / roll off start date. Opportunities for levy gifting and fully funded programmes.
Culturapedia - Open Call - Artists & Makers in Blackpool & Darwen
We’re offering a FREE 4-week exhibition opportunity in Lancashire’s newest (and smallest!) art gallery, situated in the heart of Blackburn Market. It’s a fantastic way to get your work seen by thousands of people. We’re seeking all and any art forms that will fit our space: Paintings & Drawings, Photography, Textiles, Prints and more! Whether you create wall-mounted pieces or small 3D objects, we’d love to see your work. No application fee. Keep 100% of your sales (we take zero commission!). A high-visibility space in a busy market. Limited number of 4-week slots available through the year.
Lancashire County Council - Crowdfund Lancashire
Crowdfund Lancashire gives local communities and individuals a chance to create and support the projects which matter most to them. It will enable everyone to contribute towards their community - chipping in as little as £2 to help bring ideas to life. The Lancashire Culture & Sport Fund can contribute up to 40% of a project's crowdfunding target. Terms & Conditions apply. The Autumn 2026 Funding Round closes on 17th September funding pledges will be communicated in October. Successful project campaigns to be fully completed by 31 January 2027.
The Old Electric - INCUBATE Professional Development Programme
INCUBATE is a new professional development programme from The Old Electric, designed to support creatives working in Blackpool through a series of paid workshops, skills-sharing sessions and mentoring opportunities to help develop creative practice and careers. Participants can apply for up to three paid sessions, with topics including theatre-making, funding, freelancing, budgeting, facilitation and festival arts. Applications open on Monday 3 August and close three weeks before each individual session. Sessions run from August 2026 to March 2027.
Arts Council England - Music Growth Fund
The Music Gowth Fund (MGF) is a new investment programme designed to support growth in new music (i.e. original music, live performance, sound recording or musical work) recently or newly created or performed by living, UK-based artists or music creators. It is open to music festivals, music managers, music promoters, music publishers, record labels, recording studios, rehearsal spaces and grassroots music venues as well as the established sector bodies and other sector support organisations that support them. The two strands of the Music Growth Fund have several rounds. Visit the website info
The Whitaker - Exhibition Call Out for North West Creatives
We’re opening our gallery doors to celebrate the incredible breadth, originality, and diversity of contemporary art in our region. Whether you’re an emerging talent, an established practitioner, or returning to your practice, we want to see your work! From painting, sculpture, and photography to textiles, ceramics, moving image, and mixed media, all forms are welcome. No set theme, just pure contemporary creativity. Awards include a Paid Commission / Artwork Purchase, Art Materials Package and People's Choice Award. Submissions Delivery Dates: 1–4 October. Visit link for T&Cs.
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