Artists, creatives and community groups are being invited to bring bold, imaginative ideas to

life as the 2026/27 Blyth Celebrates Fund opens for applications on Monday 13 April.

Delivered by Northumberland County Council, the fund supports a diverse programme of

creative activity designed to engage communities and audiences in Blyth. From workshops

and performances to community-led projects, the fund champions creativity that connects

people and celebrates the town’s vibrant cultural identity.

A total of £25,000 is available through this round of funding, with nine grants on offer: four

awards of £5,000 and five awards of £1,000. Successful projects will take place between

June 2026 and March 2027 at the Market Pavilion – a creative hub located in the heart of Blyth.

The fund builds on the success of the 2025/26 Blyth Celebrates Fund which supported a

series of creative projects delivered between August 2025 and March 2026 - demonstrating

the power of creativity to reflect and shape local stories.

Councillor Wendy Pattison, Cabinet Member for Culture, Leisure & Tourism at

Northumberland County Council said: "Blyth Celebrates continues to showcase the

incredible creativity and community spirit we have in the town. This fund is a fantastic

opportunity for artists and groups to share their ideas, connect with local audiences and play

a part in shaping Blyth’s cultural future. I’d encourage anyone with a creative idea to apply

and be part of something special."

Applications open on Monday 13 April and close at 5pm on Thursday 30 April. For more

information, to download the guidance document and application form visit:

www.greatnorthumberland.co.uk/blyth-celebrates-fund