Castle Point Culture & Tourism Strategy 2025 Workshops
Curated Place, an arts-led cultural development agency renowned for devising and delivering strategic creative interventions across the UK and internationally, has been commissioned by Castle Point Borough Council to develop a comprehensive Culture and Tourism Strategy for the Borough.
See the information below to get involved in the upcoming workshops.
Workshop 1: A Lifetime of Culture- Young People & Culture in Castle Point
Date: Tuesday, 4th March 2025
Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Location: Online
Are you a young person living in Castle Point?
Castle Point has a growing cultural scene, but we need your voice to help shape its future! The Estuary Festival 2025 and new investments in local culture mean big opportunities – but what do young people want to see?
This interactive session will explore:
Creative careers and opportunities – what’s available, and what’s missing?
Places for young people – what spaces should be developed for music, arts, and social events?
Youth-led culture – how can YOU take the lead in making things happen?
Let’s make sure your ideas are part of the Borough’s new cultural and tourism strategy.
Sign up today – this is your chance to have your say!
Workshop 2: Town Centres – Creating a Stronger Visitor Economy
Date: Monday, 3rd March 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Location: Online
Calling all hospitality, tourism, and leisure businesses in Castle Point!
With over £100 million generated from tourism and big changes coming in 2025, now is the time to elevate Castle Point’s visitor experience.
How do we make Castle Point a must-visit destination?
What’s needed to support hospitality businesses & overnight stays?
How can cultural events like the Estuary Festival drive local business growth?
This workshop is designed for:
- Café & restaurant owners
- Hotel, B&B, and guesthouse providers
- Pub and venue managers
- Event organisers & local attractions
The Estuary Festival, Canvey seafront investment, and new town centre developments all offer exciting opportunities. Join us to connect, share insights, and help shape a strategy that supports a thriving hospitality sector.
Register now and help build a stronger, more vibrant visitor economy!
Workshop 3: Sense of Place - Culture, Wellbeing & Community
Date: Tuesday, 4th March 2025
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 MD
Location: Online
How can arts, heritage, and culture support health and wellbeing in Castle Point?
With a strong network of charities, voluntary organisations, and health initiatives, Castle Point has an opportunity to use culture as a tool for social impact.
How can creative projects improve mental health and tackle isolation?
What role does arts and culture play in community cohesion?
How can we better support charities and voluntary groups with creative resources?
This session is ideal for:
- Local charities & community organisations
- Healthcare & social care professionals
- Arts-for-wellbeing practitioners
- Social enterprises supporting community development
️ Register here and join us to help shape a cultural strategy that puts community wellbeing first!
Workshop 4: Entrepreneurs - Growing Castle Point’s Creative Communities
Date: Monday, 3rd March 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Online
Are you an artist, performer, maker, or creative entrepreneur in Castle Point?
With two creative hubs, a growing arts scene, and the Estuary Festival 2025, Castle Point is developing as a place for creative talent – but what’s next?
What spaces, funding, and support do local creatives need?
️ How can we develop better opportunities for artists, performers, and makers?
What’s needed to strengthen Castle Point’s creative identity?
This workshop is perfect for:
- Artists, musicians & performers
- Cultural organisations & festival programmers
- Independent creatives & creative businesses
- Community arts groups
Castle Point has huge creative potential – join us to shape a strategy that puts culture at the heart of our Borough!