Cartwheel Arts

04/09/2026

Woo hoo! After a summer break,😍 the RBCN Artists Social is back. Join us at Richard Street Studios on Thursday 17 September. The space is small and perfectly formed so an RSVP is essential. And that way we'll know how much delicious vegetarian food to order! See you there!

04/09/2026

Exciting news! RBCN (Rochdale Borough Creative Network) has a new home. We're passing the baton of hosting RBCN to Caring and Sharing Rochdale Caring and Sharing Charity Organisation and there is a new chair Blessing Wheto Ogunjimi, their Creative Director. We're looking forward to the RBCN Artist Social on Thursday 17 September at Richard St Studios. See the next Facebook post for all the details!

We are delighted to introduce Caring and Sharing Rochdale as the new host organisation for the Rochdale Borough Culture Network (RBCN). Known for its deep commitment to grassroots community empowerment, health, and wellbeing, Caring and Sharing will lead the network into its next chapter of cultural...

03/09/2026

Wow! A fantastic opportunity for artists! Closing date: Thursday October 1st 2026. Check this out via the QR code.

03/09/2026

What an incredible achievement for Rochdale Town of Culture Rochdale Borough Council Rochdale Creates Here at Cartwheel, we are delighted to have been part of it and to have seen so many incredible events and projects. 👏 A proud moment for Rochdale and our communities.
https://www.rochdaletimes.co.uk/town-of-cultures-5-5-million-visitor-boom/?fbclid=IwdGRjcAUEwIdwZG9mBWZkaWQWUNrvxZud6_wKvauWXcYTEOc33FnDwGV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR7kVyLXBti9V-lvUmgu7W_ERZv6olvvXltIxR1FV6OJ8H3FThFfto2O0EFDpA_aem_CuouuimBTFGbL3UGXL9Fgg

Rochdale's year as Greater Manchester Town of Culture generated more than £5.5 million with tens of thousands of people enjoying events across the town. From live performances to food and drink and mural festivals, there were almost 300 Town of Culture-related activities taking place throughout the...

28/08/2026

We are still buzzing from last week's South Asian Heritage event at Rochdale Town Hall. An absolutely fantastic day!

28/08/2026

Let’s celebrate Rochdale! If you know someone or an organisation breaking barriers, building bridges and making a more inclusive Rochdale, then it’s time to nominate them for the KYP Diversity Awards 2026!
Check out the nomination details for more information. Closing date: Friday 18 September.

RDA-Guidance Rochdale Diversity Awards 2026 Recognising the Diversity Champions of Our Borough Do you know someone who’s breaking barriers, building bridges, or creating a more inclusive Rochdale? Nominations are now open for the Rochdale Diversity Awards 2026 — a celebration of the individuals,...

19/08/2026

Today marks World Humanitarian Day. This year’s theme highlights the risks humanitarian workers face. In 2025, 350 workers lost their lives. This was the second-highest toll ever. Many other humanitarian workers were injured; some were kidnapped or detained. The day calls for worker protection and raises awareness of the issue.

World Humanitarian Day: August 19

19/08/2026

Culture, Health and Wellbeing Alliance Conference 2026

Taking place Wednesday 7 - Friday 9 October, the conference will bring together artists, creatives, researchers, policy-makers and health professionals to explore how creative health can drive meaningful systemic change. Speakers include the CEO, Darren Henley of Arts Council England and ACE's Director of Creative Health and Change, Hollie Smith-Charles, together with workshops, performances and opportunities to connect with peers from across the sector. Bursaries are available. Check out the details here. 👇

CHWA's conference will run from 7-9 October 2026 in Barnsley. Book your tickets here, including in-person and digital Apply for one of 10 bursary spaces (deadline 10am, Monday 7 September) Apply to volunteer at the conference (deadline 5pm, Monday 7 September)Read the programme here or listen to an....

19/08/2026

Disabled artists across England, Scotland, and Wales can now apply for Unlimited’s Partner Awards. Ranging from £15 - £40k the awards back the creation of extraordinary new work across theatre, performance, digital media, visual arts and more. From research and development through to presentation and touring.
Deadline for applications - midday, Monday 28 September.
Find out more here
https://weareunlimited.org.uk/blog/partner-awards-for-disabled-artists-totalling-280000-now-open/?_cldee=TY6tyUAKby3vhq0b6UMLrBXHPv-sZE_-e9d9kMc5jWu5UZdC_SrrT09KUN4Ylq_o&recipientid=contact-8f32ea9a93ddea11a813000d3a0ba026-4d0a9888e09f459dbc801e64d3e60d38&esid=fc52467f-9394-f111-b8dc-7c1e527892ac

19/08/2026

An exciting vacancy for a digital artist for a commission at Wigan Museum! The fee is £10k - closing date Sunday 13 September.
https://www.artsjobs.org.uk/jobs/search/83566?fbclid=IwRlRTSATqnfBwZG9mBWZkaWQWUMaH-tE10Wo7hKPATGDUVeWmZPdw02V4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDzE3Mzg0NzY0MjY3MDM3MAABHo7_KeVmNYXXA9vnmu3osnbgXhA6xEeE-ktkLOwLrJZUG9xyxN-nZM8MzLWR_aem__mBzd8NCzGrkTmmut4gwbA