What contribution can culture make to the new combined mayoral authority for Cumbria? How do we make sure it’s realised? In May next year, Cumbrians will elect a mayor to…
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New funding announced for Cumbria-wide arts organisation Cumbria Arts and Culture Network (CACN) is delighted to announce that it is to receive sponsorship from trybooking.com, one of the UK’s leading…
Last week, the Centre for Leadership and Performance ran their Projx Programme for 2026 focussing on the Arts. An innovative work awareness programme, Projx offers students the opportunity to work…
We have got a whole host of training sessions coming up over the next month. Open to everybody, there are a range of events covering a host of different topics;…
One of the things we learnt when we hosted the Big Meet back in February was that Cumbrian creatives and those in the cultural sector in the region want more…
We had a fantastic time on Saturday 14th of February welcoming over 80 people to Tullie in Carlisle for the latest Big Meet. Aimed at demystifying the culture sector in…
With only three days to go until the next Big Meet, we’re excited to share the outline of the day with you. We’ve got some fantastic speakers lined up, all…
The Big Meet is Back! 📍Tullie, Carlisle 📆 Saturday February 14th ⏰ 11am to 4pm, free lunch included 💭 Demystifying the culture sector in Cumbria – a special event for…
It was an exciting and festive time for members of the CACN team last week as we were nominated by the Lord Lieutenant of Cumbria to be invited to Westminster…
Great progress this month with See It To Be It, our pan-Cumbrian project to boost creative careers, really gaining momentum. GROWING THE CACN TEAM: The response to our recruitment drive…
Opportunities to connect with others working in your area of the cultural landscape Cumbria Arts & Culture Network is starting up our Meet-ups again – informal get-togethers where people active…
CACN is launching a mentoring programme, offering tailored one-to-one support to young people (18 – 30) working in the creative and heritage sectors. The scheme is open to everyone from…
A Banging Summer Activity for Young People International music-makers the Bollywood Brass Band will be leading summer music workshops for 8 – 14 year-olds across Cumbria this August. They’re offering…
Young Cumbrians to get help to build creative careers – and stay in the county Cumbria Arts and Culture Network (CACN) has been awarded funding of £175,000 by Arts Council…
A brand new free newsletter has been launched, dedicated to showcasing the very best of the county’s vibrant arts and entertainment scene. Brought to you by Cumbria Arts & Culture…
