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Major Welsh Government grant to boost culture across Mid and West Wales

Communities across Mid and West Wales are set to benefit from a major cultural investment, as the region secures a grant awarded under Welsh Government’s new funding stream for its Priorities for Culture.

Children and accompanying adults take part in an interactive activity inside a historic room with dark wood panelling and a grand piano. Several children stand with their hands on their heads while following instructions, while others watch nearby.

The project, worth £239,609, will run until October 2026, and aims to strengthen cultural opportunities shaping a shared vision for the future whilst aligning with the Welsh Government’s recently published National Priorities for Culture.

The funding will support a collaborative programme between Powys, Pembrokeshire, Carmarthenshire, and Ceredigion, focusing on creating a long-term cultural vision for the region, ensuring local voices shape future plans.

Each county will also deliver a project from April 2026, designed to reflect local needs and priorities. A Project Manager will coordinate delivery and seek further funding to continue regional collaboration beyond 2026. CofGâr are leading the project for Carmarthenshire.

This ambitious programme will strengthen cultural collaboration across the region, ensuring that local priorities are embedded within a shared strategic vision. It represents a significant investment in the cultural future of Mid and West Wales.

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