A unique programme to enable young people across the borough to celebrate their cultural lives and unlock pathways to employment.
Created and curated by and for young people, flagship projects in this two-year initiative include School Arts Week, where all state and SEND primary schools in the borough as offered a free creative workshop; Our Place which is a grant scheme for creative projects proposed, selected and delivered by young people; and an upcoming October Young People's Festival involving the whole borough during half-term week.
Sign up for updates to hear the latest news about the programme and opportunities to get involved.
From the 13th to the 17th of July 2026, Young People’s Borough of Culture will be running its first School Arts Week.
Read more
Have you got an idea for a creative project in your community? Want up to £3,000 to make it happen?
Read more
We're thrilled to announce the 16 members of the Young People's Borough of Culture Youth Board.
Read more
Hear the latest news about the programme and opportunities to get involved.