Support for arts and culture 

Image taken by Pete Robinson of Crewe Photographic Society.

Cheshire East Council’s goal for culture is to transform lives and places through access to great culture. Find out more about the Council's priorities for culture in the Cultural framework (PDF, 791KB).

Services provided include:

• strategic arts planning and funding
• arts funding advice
• networking opportunities - advice and opportunities for exhibitors and performers/special events
• information for artists, arts organisations and community groups
• promotion of cultural and community events  and support for event organisers
• training and development

We support theatre through the Rural Touring Network and own the Lyceum Theatre in Crewe.

Crewe Town Centre Regeneration Programme

Cheshire East Council is advancing plans for Crewe to be the location of a new state-of-the art history centre to co-host the region’s archive. More information is on the Crewe History Centre page. 

The council is also a proud contributor to the Crewe Cultural Strategy, which seeks to support regeneration and put culture and heritage at the heart of a newly invigorated Crewe town centre. More information and a copy of the strategy can be found by on the Crewe Town Centre Regeneration Programme page.

Lyceum Square (Ly²)

Ly² is an exciting new event space in the heart of Crewe town centre.  With the ability to host:

• live music
• theatre and family events
• community performances
• art installations
• film screenings
• live sports

It will bring life into the town centre, and give residents and visitors a focal point for entertainment in Crewe.

We want to hear from individuals and organisations who have events they’d like to make happen in the square. Whether you’re a singer wanting to be part of a festival, a dance group wanting to showcase your latest piece, a filmmaker or just a group who like to perform, then Lyceum Square is a space for you too. Visit the Lyceum Theatre website to enquire about using the square.

Contact us

For more information on support for arts, culture and events, contact us on the details below:

• Cultural Economy Manager, phone: 01270 686089
• Cultural Economy Development Manager, phone: 01270 686090 / 686915
• Events Manager, phone: 01270 686785 / 07834 342979
• General enquiries, email: culturaleconomy@cheshireeast.gov.uk

Page last reviewed: 27 July 2021