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    12 things to do in the South West this summer

    By Arts Council England,

    From festivals on sea and street art showcases to classical concerts and silent discos. We've put together family-friendly events and festivals in the South West that you don’t want to miss.

    A group of people showcasing acrobatic skills on the grass field.
    Photo by Foley by Collective ConTakt. Photography by Andreas Stueckl
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    Navigating change together

    By Darren Henley,

    Following the 2024 General Election, Darren Henley blogs about navigating change together.

    A child looking through a wall of lights
    Photo by Illumaphonium 2 Illuminate Plymouth. Photo © Wayne Perry.jpg
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  3. Hollie Smith-Charles, our Director for Creative Health, walks us through the Creative Health Review and our investment in creative health.

    Man in a wheelchair plays the trombone on stage
    Photo by Paul Blakemore
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  4. Inspiring Futures researched the benefits of creative and cultural activities on individuals in the criminal justice system.

    A man drawing
    Photo by Sally Collister
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  5. A prisoner who took part in a Creative Licence Project with Geese Theatre Company explains how the experience benefited him

    Man carrying chairs to set up for an event
    Photo by Geese Theatre Company - Creative Licence. Photo by Paul Stringer
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    The Digital Culture Network: five years on

    By Owen Hopkin,

    As the Digital Culture Network celebrates its fifth birthday find out more about its wide-reaching impact over that time.

    A speaker on stage at a conference wearing a baseball hat
    Photo by Photo: Chris Webb
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    Presenting the future of creativity

    By Tonya Nelson,

    The Arts Council wants to nurture that innovation, which is why we invest in several initiatives that help artists to work with the newest technology. 

    Man wearing a virtual reality headset.
    Photo by Dancing Shadows - Kaleider © Seth Honnor
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  8. Booktrust’s Chief Executive tells us what books mean to them and why they’re so important for our children’s future.

    An adult and a child read a book together
    Photo by Booktrust
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