Sea Change

Places culture at the heart of regenerating England’s seaside resorts by investing in arts, public space, cultural assets and heritage projects.

Sea Change aims to drive cultural and creative regeneration and economic growth in seaside resorts by funding inspiring, creative and innovative projects, bringing a sense of pride, enjoyment and celebration.

Please note that there has been a change to the timescale for the third wave of funding.

Why we need Sea Change

Investment in cultural projects can radically enhance the regeneration of historic seaside resorts.

How Sea Change works

Information about how much funding is available, the aims and objectives of the project and the definitions that are used for both "seaside resort" and "culture".

How to apply

Large grant applications are accepted by invitation only, but any seaside resort can apply for one of our open application grants.

Funding grants

See which projects were awarded large grants and open grants in each wave of Sea Change funding.

Example projects

Examples of projects funded by Sea Change which explain why cultural regeneration was necessary and how the funding will be used.

Folkestone Triennial

Folkestone is at the start of a regeneration programme which combines cultural, commercial and educational initiatives, led and inspired by two privately funded trusts who are working closely with the local authorities.

Useful links

Shifting sands: design and the changing image of English seaside towns

Access to Nature
Natural England's grant scheme encourages people from all backgrounds to understand, access and enjoy our natural environment.

Ecominds
£7.5 million to distribute to around 125 new and existing projects focusing on mental health and the environment around England.

 

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