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As per our Culture and Creativity strategy, this project aims to enhance communication and maximise the impact of cultural activity in these rural venues.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Two artists have been twinned with each venue, and, through creative workshops will explore with the local communities how:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Further engagement with culture and creative opportunities can occur;<\/li>\n<li>Information about events can be shared more easily;<\/li>\n<li>A programme of artist and creative in-person meet ups might work for the venue;<\/li>\n<li>Transport can be resourced so that it is not a barrier for participation in cultural activities.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>The artists will help the communities to form a creative response to these questions. A sharing event between the five communities will take place in November 2025. 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