Arts Council England (Music Growth Package, UK Government)

Arts Council England Music Growth Fund (£1,000 – £40,000 strand, Round Three)

About this grant

Part of the UK Government's Music Growth Package, delivered by Arts Council England, supporting growth across new music. Funds music programming, artist, industry and workforce development, infrastructure and capacity building, domestic and international showcasing and touring, equipment, software, small capital works and R&D, for activity lasting up to three years. Round Three opened 16 October 2026 and closes 11.59pm on 26 November 2026 (decision 3 February 2027); Round Four opens 27 November 2026 and closes 7 January 2027. A larger £40,001 to £100,000 strand (50% match) opens 23 November 2026 and closes 15 January 2027.