Stirling’s journey in the bid for UK City of Culture 2025
Stirling, was the only Scottish city on the UK City of Culture 2025 longlist. Despite, narrowly missing out on making the shortlist, Stirling is committed to investing in culture to power inclusion, economic growth and regeneration. Relive our journey in the bid for UK City of Culture 2025.
For nearly a decade, we’ve worked closely with community groups and creative organisations to reimagine our cultural offer. Breaking down barriers and improving access to arts and cultural activities and experiences.
25 Words for 2025
The iconic Wallace Monument in Stirling is illuminated with special effects to launch the city of Stirling’s bid for UK City of Culture 2025.
We believe that all our citizens are a vital part of Stirling’s culture. Their thoughts, actions and voices are the beating heart of our bid. Working with Stirling’s Makar Laura Fyfe, we invited everyone across the area, from Cowie to Crianlarich, to unleash their creativity and share their twenty-five words for 2025.
Bid Supporters
Made in Stirling backing Stirling’s Bid for UK City of Culture 2025
As the only Scottish city longlisted for the title, we received enormous support from businesses, organisations and communities groups from all over Scotland.
We want to thank all of our supporters for bringing so much passion and encouragement and helping us reach the final 8. The bid process has created new relationships, new ideas and a sense that culture is for everyone. Stirling is committed to investing in culture to power inclusion, economic growth and regeneration.
Gallery of businesses, organisations and individuals who supported Stirling’s bid
Stirling-based businesses backing Stirling’s bid for UK City of Culture
View our image gallery of businesses, organisations and individuals across Stirling who showed their support of the regions bid to become the next UK City of Culture 2025.
News
Rura performing at Tolbooth Stirling
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