Bristol considers bid for UK City of Culture 2029
Bristol councillors will decide on a bid to become UK City of Culture 2029, aiming to use culture to tackle inequality and boost the local economy. A decision is due on 20 January.
Bristol councillors will decide on a bid to become UK City of Culture 2029, aiming to use culture to tackle inequality and boost the local economy. A decision is due on 20 January.
Discover Jules Verne's five top escorted tours for 2026, featuring Egypt, Sri Lanka, Morocco, Uzbekistan & India. Book now for cultural depth and expert planning.
FOMO Connect 2025, a community arts programme for the UK's Malayali diaspora, concluded in Derby. Explore how music, storytelling, and food fostered connection and cultural identity.
Explore Chicago through the lens of its iconic film legacy, from Ferris Bueller's haunts to secret magic lounges. Discover why this underestimated city deserves a top spot on your travel list.
Swansea city centre celebrates a strong year with 46 new business openings and a 40% positive outcome rate for shop thefts. Discover how partnership working is boosting the local economy.
The Treasury will insure the historic Bayeux Tapestry for £800m during its UK loan. Discover how the Government Indemnity Scheme makes this cultural exchange possible.
Malvern Theatres is set for a landmark £20 million redevelopment in 2026, funded by the government's Levelling Up Fund. The project will deliver a new studio theatre, improved accessibility, and a community amphitheatre. Read more about this exciting cult
The Handsworth community gathered for a poignant minute's silence after a fatal hit-and-run on Soho Road. A 54-year-old man died and a woman was injured. Police have made an arrest.
Birmingham's nightlife receives a major boost as Forum Digbeth redevelops The Annexe warehouse, doubling its capacity to 4,000. The new multi-room space aims to host major live music and club events. Read more.
Birmingham Museums Trust launches urgent £2m public appeal. Half its costs are unfunded, putting the city's world-class cultural heritage at a 'critical crossroads'. Your help is needed.
Birmingham Museums Trust launches a vital £2 million public fundraising campaign to save the city's cultural heritage. Your support is needed to keep our museums open.
Celebrate Rochdale's vibrant arts scene by nominating local heroes for the Rochdale Culture Awards 2026. Submit your entries before December 19 deadline.
Discover Toronto's vibrant cultural melting pot, from eclectic food tours to iconic landmarks. With a strong pound and direct Air Transat flights, now is the perfect time to explore Canada's most populous city.
Discover Rochdale's vibrant arts scene featuring Farah Nisa's poetry exhibition, Shaun the Sheep's circus show, and classic silent film screenings. Explore cultural events happening across Greater Manchester this season.
Discover how Nottingham's New Art Exchange is transforming traditional governance with an innovative citizen-led leadership approach that's putting community voices at the heart of decision-making.
A remarkable collection of vintage photographs captures the spirit of 1960s Britain, from fashion revolutions to cultural transformations that defined a generation.
Discover how Coventry is defying expectations with a remarkable 40% tourism surge, transforming from industrial heartland to must-visit cultural destination.
Llanelli's Business Improvement District wins overwhelming renewal vote, securing £1.25 million investment and continuing town centre transformation initiatives until 2029.
Discover how Bramley Music is transforming the local cultural landscape with exciting new programmes, community workshops, and innovative musical initiatives that are bringing residents together.