Cynnal y Cardi Events Fund
UK Shared Prosperity Fund 2025-2026
This fund is now open and will close at midnight on the 1st of May 2025.
The UKSPF Cynnal y Cardi Events fund for Ceredigion is a programme being delivered in Ceredigion, funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF). Tourism is an economic sector of vital importance to Ceredigion, representing the third largest employer in the County and we are keen to build this sector and attract new visitors to the area.
The UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) 2025-2026 is a central pillar of the UK government’s ambitious agenda and a significant component of its support for places across the UK.
The focus of the Cynnal y Cardi Events fund will be on:
- Attracting Visitors to the county. Applications must demonstrate how the event will have a county wide benefit, as well as possible wider regional and national benefits.
- Development and promotion of local year-round events and experiences which encourage people to visit and explore the local area. Applications must demonstrate how the event will make a difference to individuals, communities and the local economy.
- Support for local arts, cultural heritage and creative activities.
- Support the growth of linked businesses (indirect business benefits) and development of higher value job creation.
- Events must support ambitions around climate change or the transition to a green economy through sustainability and waste reduction.
How much funding is available?
There will be two funding packages on offer:
- Small events grant - minimum £2,000 – maximum £10,000
- Large events grant - minimum £30,000
Each grant award will be based on 70% of eligible costs. Match funding of 30% must be in cash (rather than “in kind”).
All activity and project expenditure must be completed by the 31st of January 2026. The grant will provide financial support towards revenue expenditure and some small-scale capital expenditure. The grant will be allocated on a first come first serve basis. Applying is a competitive process and innovation, outcomes and impact and value for money will be a key factor when projects are appraised.
As to ensure project eligibility read the guidance notes carefully before starting on the application form.
Please email your application form, Annex A and supporting evidence to ce.cynnalycardi@ceredigion.gov.uk.
UKSPF Successful Cynnal y Cardi Events Programme Fund 2023-2024
Cynnal y Cardi Events Fund Guidance Notes 2025