We’re back with Round 3 of our commission opportunity for local creative activities!
Do you have a creative idea to spring to life in 2026? Are you planning a great arts experience and need funds to make it happen? Then this round of our Creative Community Commissions is for you!
As part of the Ashfield Creates programme, we want to support as many local organisations and artists as possible to lead great arts and creative experiences across the district.
We are looking for local community groups, artists, and those connected with communities in Ashfield to apply to host exciting arts and creative events as part of our 2026 Programme.
The Commissions
You can apply for between £500 – £1000 in this round of commissions. We are looking to support events and ideas across all disciplines (music, dance, visual arts, theatre, crafts, and more).
Your idea might include anything from sewing to hip-hop to puppetry, providing it is creative in its output and brings people together.
Application Process
The application process is designed to be as simple as possible, and all successful applicants will receive support from the Ashfield Creates team to help make your event or project a success.
Application Deadline: Sunday 26 April, midnight
Application Method: Online Form (please see link below)
Your activity needs to take place between: 18th of May to the 4th July 2026
Accessibility: Please contact us if you require any access support with this application or an alternative format.
Application questions: If you would like to review the application questions before starting filling out the form, please scroll to the bottom of the document below.
For more details on what type of events or activities we are looking for, who can apply, what support the Ashfield Creates team can offer, and other useful FAQs, please see the Call Out document attached below.
Q&A Sessions
If you have never applied for a commission before, or if you have burning questions that aren’t covered in our FAQs, come along to one of our Q&A sessions:
Online: Tuesday 17th March, 6.30- 7.30pm, via Google meets.
In Person: Tuesday 17th March 12.30- 1.30pm, Sutton-in-Ashfield Library, Idlewells Shopping Centre, Sutton-in-Ashfield, NG17 1BP
To sign up, please fill in the form linked below. We will send meeting links and reminders closer to the time.
If you have any questions about this round of commissions, contact information on who to talk to can be found in the call out document linked above, or talk to us face to face at one of our Q&A sessions.
