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Guest article: Wrecsam2029 City of Culture Bid team<\/p>\n
Wrexham has officially submitted its Expression of Interest (EoI) to the Department for Culture, Media & Sport for UK City of Culture 2029! This important part of the bidding phase is an exciting moment in the process and means Wrexham are a step closer towards securing the title.\u00a0<\/p>\n
UK City of Culture is a prestigious title that brings vital investment for regeneration while showcasing the story of a place through an inspiring, engaging and wide-ranging cultural programme. Winning the title boasts a guaranteed \u00a310 million from the UK Government, which can help attract investment, boost tourism and improve access to arts and culture. It\u2019s estimated that this could further generate more than \u00a3200 million for the whole region, an important step which could benefit the whole of the county. Previous winners, which include Bradford, Coventry, Hull and Derry\/Londonderry, have seen monumental success after winning the title, generating income that will benefit future generations for years to come.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Leading on the bid for Wrexham are the Wrexham Community & Culture Trust (WCCT), an independent charity supported by Wrexham County Borough Council. Supporting the development of the cultural and creative infrastructure of the county, the WCCT has a dedicated board of trustees who are taking charge in positioning Wrexham in new ways than ever before, promoting it as a space to connect, collaborate and invest.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Although the Expression of Interest deadline isn\u2019t until Sunday 8th February, WCCT has chosen to submit early, demonstrating both its readiness and its determination to lead from the front.<\/p>\n
Amanda Evans, Culture Bid Director for Wrecsam2029 <\/strong>comments:<\/p>\n \u201cWe\u2019re proud to have reached the first major milestone on our journey to becoming UK City of Culture 2029. Wrexham is a place of incredible creativity, where the breadth and diversity of culture thrive in every corner of our county. This bid is for the entire community of Wrexham \u2013 every town, village, and neighbourhood \u2013 and is an opportunity to share our unique and incredible story with the rest of the UK and the world. This isn\u2019t just about a title \u2013 it\u2019s about unlocking new opportunities, inspiring pride, and investing in a vibrant future for everyone across our county.\u201d<\/p>\n Alongside its early submission, Wrexham has a strong campaign planned for the months ahead, shining a spotlight on the county\u2019s unique and diverse communities through a wide range of events and projects. The campaign will showcase Wrexham on a national stage, building momentum and support for the bid.\u00a0<\/p>\n The official UK City of Culture longlist will be announced by the UK Government in March 2026, with the winner of the 2029 title announced this winter.\u00a0<\/p>\n