A £95,000 funding boost for West Lindsey’s Our Home cultural programme

West Lindsey District Council has secured £95,000 from Arts Council England to support Our Home, a cultural programme celebrating the stories, heritage and experiences of people

across the district.

The funding will help deliver and enhance the council’s existing programme of creative and cultural activity, exploring themes of home, belonging, identity and community.

Developed with communities at its heart, Our Home will bring together artists, cultural organisations, local partners and residents to shape opportunities to take part. According to the district council, creative interventions, workshops, events, commissions and public activities will encourage people to share their stories, strengthen community connections and build pride in where they live.

The authority said Arts Council England recognised the project’s strong commitment to inclusivity, community engagement and cultural participation. The funding will help reach a diverse range of audiences, including people who may not usually take part in arts and cultural activities, bringing high-quality creative experiences to more people within their local communities.

Cara Thornhill, Head of Leisure and Cultural Services at West Lindsey District Council, said: “This funding marks an important milestone in our cultural ambitions for West Lindsey. It will

help us strengthen partnerships and attract further investment, while demonstrating how culture can support wellbeing, bring communities together and contribute to local regeneration.”

The programme builds on the work of the council’s Cultural Team and Trinity Arts Team.