Contracts
Ashford Arts Centre Operator
Ashford Borough Council is seeking an operator for a new arts centre being built in the town centre, housed in the converted Odeon cinema. The venue will combine theatre, live performance, comedy, family shows and community use with hospitality and events.
- Closes8 January 2027, 10:00
- Published28 October 2026
- Value£13m
- BuyerAshford Borough Council
- WhereAshford town centre
- CategorySport, culture & leisure
- RegionSouth East
You'll want to look if you have experience running mid-scale arts venues with both commercial and community programming
Might not suit a small firm
- the contract itself is a large one
Possible incumbent
Blue Horizon Ventures undertook specialist business planning for this project in June 2026 Inferred from prior awards to this buyer, not confirmed.