AS part of Somerset Council’s Town Deal funding from Government to regenerate Bridgwater town centre, funding has been allocated for a small grant programme to create new and exciting events.

If you have an idea for an event in Bridgwater next year, you can now apply to receive a grant of £500-£20,000.

For events between June and September 2024, organisers should apply by Monday, January 15 at the latest if they hope to receive a grant for their event.

The Animating Bridgwater scheme hopes to support organisations in their delivery of new events and activities that will draw people to the Town Centre as well as animate the new and old spaces across Bridgwater in innovative way.

Applications can be made via the online Expression of Interest Form.

To qualify, your event/s must meet the following criteria:

  • Take place within Bridgwater Town Centre
  • Bring footfall to Bridgwater Town Centre
  • Promote Bridgwater Town as a vibrant and attractive place to live, work and visit
  • Improve residents and visitors’ enjoyment of Bridgwater