Our Mission
Phoenix Cultural Centre CIC was set up to secure a non affiliated, affordable, cultural & community space for all. To bring our diverse community together, increase wellbeing, access equal opportunities for work and experience in the arts, for people to create & participate in creative expression as part of our normal daily lives, drive and shape the cultural landscape of our community including everyone.
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A cultural hub in an ethnically diverse town, a vibrant, inclusive space designed to reflect the rich diversity of its community.
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250-cap live music venue, cosy acoustic spaces for relaxing, readings, open mic, exhibition floor for larger events, and meeting rooms. Indoor & outdoor event spaces to suit every size of activity, hourly, short or longer-term hire. Accessible, parking and near to public transport.
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Safe neutral space for groups or individuals to meet confidentially.
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Mentoring & experience on hand to help you develop your community projects and ideas.
Spaces where communities can thrive
— Elaine McGinty, Founder
Our Impact
To provide a non-affiliated, non-profit arts & cultural venue for all ages & backgrounds to come together, to increase opportunity, well-being & new creative work for the benefit of our community & its economy.
Event spaces of all sizes are designed around community needs.
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Space for creative networking, collaboration, starting new projects, working with diverse voices in an equal, non affiliated environment.
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Experienced & compassionate consulting services, assisting new or transitioning social & community organisations & partnerships in community development, learning & business models & leadership.
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Working with others to give their groups an enriched experience & skills, Schools, colleges, charities supporting SEN, Refugees, and others, we are able to offer real experience in running a vibrant arts space & all that involves, from venue maintenance & operation, events, marketing, engineering and enjoying creating an amazing space together where everyone is valued for what they can do. Many of our work experience, and supported volunteers join our team’.
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Hosting or delivering workshops to increase opportunity & accessibility to skills & confidence in creative industries, wellbeing, health & creative activities for enjoyment in life.
Our Services
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Events
Our events have become well-known in the Woking area; we put on monthly arts and culture events, including live music with our own grassroots Fiery Bird venue.
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Community Projects
Mentoring & advice on community business, social projects & engagement. Workshops to increase skills & confidence.
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Partnerships & Collaboration
Training & support to increase opportunity & employability.
Venue Hire
Affordable venue hire offers various spaces to accommodate events ranging from drop-in sessions and emerging arts and culture projects, live music and open mic to professional touring and film locations.