BRING YOUR
IDEAS TO LIFE

Blyth Celebrates

June 2026 to March 2027

The Blyth Celebrates Fund is now open, supporting creative ideas that bring people together and celebrate the spirit of Blyth

Delivered by Northumberland County Council, we’re inviting artists, creatives, and community groups to deliver inspiring cultural activity as part of the Market Pavilion programme (June 2026 – March 2027).

🎬 Watch this short film for a glimpse of the creativity the Blyth Celebrates Fund helped bring to life in 2025/26 - and the kind of energy we’re continuing to build on.

If you've got an idea that connects people, sparks creativity, and makes something special happen in Blyth - we want to hear from you.

What's on offer?

The Blyth Celebrates Fund is part of an ongoing campaign to bring creativity, colour, and connection to the heart of Blyth. A total of £25,000 is available, made up of four £5,000 grants and five £1,000 grants, to support projects that inspire, engage, and connect communities.

All funded activity will take place within the Market Pavilion, a vibrant creative hub. From workshops and performances to community events, we’re looking for ideas that engage audiences, attract new visitors, and celebrate creativity in Blyth.

What We're Looking For

This year we're looking for ideas that help to:

Engage local audiences in new and exciting ways
Provide opportunities for people to participate in arts and culture
Celebrate Blyth's creativity and foster community connections

Projects We Can Fund

Funding can support a wide range of activity, including:

Workshops and creative sessions
Performance and events
Community-led projets that connect people

Apply Now

Get started by downloading the guidance and application form:

All activity should be free to attend, welcoming, and inclusive, helping ensure that Blyth’s cultural life is vibrant, accessible, and full of opportunity.