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From Asylums to Arts: The Evolution of Disability Arts in Surrey
The award of the Turner prize, one of the world’s most prestigious awards for visual arts, to London-based artist Nnena Kalu last December, for her "bold and compelling" sculptures and drawings, is a seminal moment for disability arts in the UK and globally. Kalu has made history as the first artist with a learning disability to win.
Jul 44 min read


Creative Wellbeing Fund opens for Expressions of Interest
We’re delighted to announce that Expressions of Interest for our new Creative Wellbeing Fund open on 25 May 2026. Established in partnership with CF Surrey, the Creative Wellbeing Fund will provide grants of up to £5,000 for one or two-year projects (up to £10,000 for two-year projects) that harness the power of arts, culture and heritage to improve health and wellbeing across Surrey. The Fund will support grassroots organisations to grow their reach and impact, helping ensur
May 221 min read


Surrey Cultural Forum 2026
On Friday 30 January we welcomed over 120 colleagues to Guildford’s Yvonne Arnaud Theatre for the fourth edition of our annual Surrey Cultural Forum. Keynote speakers Sir Tristram Hunt, Director, V&A and Hazel Edwards, South East Area Director, Arts Council England, shared insight into the vital role of the cultural sector in placemaking, and the importance of collaboration. Dr James Kennell, Head of Surrey Hospitality & Tourism Management, University of Surrey and Board Dir
Feb 32 min read


Dance in Surrey: Culture for Everyone
Unknown to many, there is a rich ecology of dance in Surrey. From community dance classes, professional site-specific dance works in...
May 19, 20255 min read


Heritage for All Fund launches in Surrey
A new fund targeted at increasing opportunities for more people to engage with and benefit from Surrey’s heritage was announced.
Jan 29, 20253 min read


The Joy Factor: Can arts-based learning keep teachers in the classroom?
One of the wonderful elements of Delight’s arts-based learning programmes are their power to connect and bring joy to so many people.
Dec 11, 20244 min read
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