Culture, Heritage, Communities and Local Economies

The Cultural Engine

Providing expert and friendly support for organisations making a difference in their communities and improving local economies.

We partner with Local Authorities, Government Agencies, Universities, Trusts, Charities and other Community or Social Organisations by providing capacity and knowledge to:

  • Identify & secure funding.
  • Develop, manage & deliver projects.
  • Write relevant & deliverable strategies.
  • Support business planning & operational development.
  • Nurturing excellent cross-sector partnerships.
  • Undertake research.
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Our Services

In order to complete a successful project there are a number of different skillsets that are important to make a successful proposal become a reality. We are well skilled in a number of fields and can help you in a number of ways to reach your goals with a wide range of skillsets.

Case Studies

Coastal Community Teams and Economic Plans

Demonstrating our excellent understanding of how to develop local economic strategies working closely with stakeholders and communities, we have led the development of three Economic Plans for the coastal areas…

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Southend City of Culture

The Cultural Engine led the bidding process for Southend to become the UK City of Culture in 2017. We worked with a wide range of partners to put together a…

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Southend and the Great War Exhibition

The Cultural Engine worked with the Southend Museum Service to develop a programme of activity, exhibition and commemorative book for the Central Museum, and we produced the HLF bid which…

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Latest from the News/Blog

A New Museum for Rochford Town

Join us on the 12th September 2024 at 6.30pm in the WI Hall Rochford to discuss ‘A New Museum for Rochford Town’. Free to anyone who wants to attend – no need to book. The concept of a ‘museum’ has been raised regularly over many years by local groups and individuals who would like to…

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Nature Writing Event for the Rochford District

Nature Writing Event for the Rochford DistrictSaturday 28th September 20246.00pm to 10.00pmRochford WI Hall, West Street, Essex SS4 1BE An evening with four writers whose work explores our connection to the natural world. See a new film focused on Cherry Orchard Country Park in Rochford. Come along and listen to some excellent and insightful talks,…

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Revised Mezzo-Level Policy Diagram for RGS Conference, 2024

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Whatever your requirement, you can be assured that we are here to help.