Mansfield and Ashfield Cultural Compact

September 2024

Mansfield and Ashfield Cultural Compact is a dynamic coalition, dedicated to advancing the arts and culture sector across our vibrant districts.

Our Compact, supported by Arts Council England, aims to make Mansfield and Ashfield better places by using culture to improve people's lives and happiness.

By working together as local authorities, businesses, educators, and cultural leaders, we're collectively designing and delivering a vision that unites culture into the heart of our community.

Together, we're working hard to make arts and creativity more important for our local economy, health, and community spirit. Even though challenges like Covid-19 have slowed us down, we're pushing forward to create strong cultural leadership that helps our community bounce back and grow again. Our goal is a future where culture is strong, making our towns better places to live with lasting benefits for everyone.

CORE PARTNERS
The Founding Board of the Mansfield and Ashfield Cultural Compact includes senior representatives from:

Discover Ashfield

First Art

Inspire (including Captivate, the Cultural Education Partnership)

Mansfield and Ashfield 2020

Mansfield District Council

NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire CCG

Nottingham Trent University

Nottinghamshire County Council

Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Trust

Ashfield District Council 

Mansfield Place Board (to be confirmed)

West Notts College

Join us in shaping this transformative journey. Follow our progress, get involved, and contribute to our shared vision for a more vibrant and inclusive Mansfield and Ashfield.

For more information on how to participate, contact us at discoverashfield@ashfield.gov.uk