Creative Lives

We support and encourage people to be creative in their everyday lives.

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Discover the latest funding opportunities for your creative group or organisation.

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Make new connections at our series of friendly online get-togethers. All welcome!

Our exciting partnership with BBC Local Radio stations across the country

Our tailored package designed to help local authorities engage with their creative community

Discover the magic of street arts and the benefits of joining NASAuk

Our free essential guidance, written in plain English, to help you run your creative group.

How to write a successful funding application

Applying for funding? Read this first! Read more
GDPR: Data Protection

How do new GDPR laws on data protection impact your creative activities Read more

Find a group near you or add yours to the map

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Stories of Care

Multi-arts group in Manchester Read more
Paddock Orchestra

Huddersfield-based orchestra for both amateur and experienced players Read more

Research, reports and celebrations of everyday creativity

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Creative Lives On Air: Phase Two Report

New report reflecting the role played by Creative Lives On Air supporting people during lockdown. Read more
Gender and Creativity

Research project investigating the relationship between gender and creativity. Read more

Spotlighting the joy and benefits of everyday creativity

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Twiddlers! - “A wonderful wall of wool”

How a county-wide knitting challenge helped Nottinghamshire people living with dementia. Read more
Ukeo’s Magnificent 9

Amateur ukulele players aged 55+ sharing the joy of playing together at St Radigunds Community Centre in Dover Read more