Wiltshire Council Boosts Arts Grants by 10 Percent Next Year

The council wants to support local culture. Their plan helps the county benefit from art and culture. This includes social and economic advantages. They know arts groups face challenges now.

Grants will increase by ten percent. This boost shows the council’s awareness. Funding goes up to almost £379,000 in 2025/26. Wiltshire Council aids four arts groups in Corsham, Trowbridge, Salisbury, and Bradford on Avon.

These groups offer many programs. Performances and community work offer creative access. The council also supports two museums: the Wiltshire Museum and Salisbury Museum.

A council leader values arts and culture greatly. He sees their importance to the county. These sectors help the economy and tourism. They also build communities and improve health. He’s glad to increase next year’s funding and sees it as a good investment for all.

Leaders from Salisbury’s Wiltshire Creative spoke. They appreciate the grant from the council. This backing helps the local cultural scene thrive, so they can keep serving many young people. Fifteen thousand benefit each year from programs.

Trowbridge Town Hall’s director said thanks and values the ten percent subsidy increase. It really helps deliver community services. Pound Arts’ director mentioned Wiltshire’s good name. The quality of culture comes from council support. Culture helps people during tough times.

Wiltshire Music Centre’s directors are also thankful. They appreciate the council’s steady support. Arts and culture are valuable, they stated. Everyone at the center appreciates the uplift.