​Hebden Bridge Arts aims to ignite the creativity in everyone. We work with communities and inspiring artists to create exciting art informed by the environment and the climate emergency.

We bring together brilliant artists of all disciplines with grassroots organisations that work with under-served, under-represented communities and the public. We produce highly ambitious, artistically exciting, socially engaged work, and support the development of community confidence and great art through mentoring and co-creation.

You can connect with us as a maker, co-creator, workshop participant, volunteer, audience member, and visitor. We create and share visual art, film, written and spoken word, theatre, dance, and music, and present our/your creativity to the world.

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DEADLINE APPROACHING - 30 APRIL 2025 

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WE'RE LOOKING FOR OUR NEXT CHAIR OF TRUSTEES ​
Hebden Bridge Arts is seeking a visionary Chair of Trustees to lead its board into a bold new chapter. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of a grassroots arts organisation that’s embedded in its local landscape and community.

With a 30-year history of ambitious, community-driven projects – including 2024’s acclaimed The Man Who Planted Trees – HBA is reimagining its future in a challenging cultural climate. As Chair, you’ll guide strategic direction, strengthen governance, champion diversity, and act as a passionate ambassador for the power of the arts to transform lives.

We welcome applications from experienced leaders with a love for inclusive, creative expression and community engagement. Co-Chair applications are also encouraged.

Location: Calderdale (with hybrid flexibility)
Time Commitment: ~2 days/month 
Deadline: Noon, 30 April 
Term: 3 years (minimum 2-year commitment) | Voluntary role (expenses covered)
Email: [email protected]

NEWS: DEC 2024
HEBDEN BRIDGE ARTS NAMED FINALIST AT THE CALDERDALE COMMUNITY SPIRIT AWARDS 
A huge thank you to the Community Foundation for Calderdale for hosting such a wonderful evening at The Spirit Awards! We were thrilled to be finalists in the Arts & Culture category and were inspired by the incredible work happening across the borough.
It was a fantastic night celebrating the achievements of our community. Well done to all involved!
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Pictured: Our amazing team—Trustees Duncan, Joëlle, and Dannielle, alongside Project & Volunteer Manager, Lisa.

THE MAN WHO PLANTED TREES: 2024

October 2023-September 2024 was focussed on delivery of 'The Man Who Planted Trees': A Community Arts Project, presented as part of Calderdaleʼs Year of Culture (CULTUREDALE) in July 2024.
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Inspired by a mid-century French short story by Jean Giono, our community arts programme included a brand new play, guided nature walks, creative workshops, community creative days, an artist's lecture event, two community volunteering days and three art exhibitions - all delivered by an amazing team of artist facilitators, volunteers and core team.

​A film of the stage play, together with an education pack aimed at Key Stage 2 pupils (those aged 7-11 years old and in school years 3-6), has been created and shared with Calderdale's 84 primary schools, providing an opportunity to up to 10,000 junior aged pupils in Calderdale to engage with our stage adaptation of the book and the messages shared within our performance.

OUR IMPACT webpage contains project statistics, feedback, case studies and further information, such as the theatre programme, and links to project sub-pages. 

Click HERE for further information and to listen to or read the original story.​

Find out about our The Man Who Planted Trees PROJECT FUNDERS HERE.

YOUR SUPPORT IS IMMENSELY VALUABLE TO US 

Have you found value in our workshops, walks, or enjoyed our events and exhibitions? Many of our activities are accessible to all, thanks to the generosity of supporters like you. Whether you're a member of the public or part of our community groups, your contribution helps us continue offering enriching experiences to everyone.

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