Unlimited

Partner Awards 2026/27

Deadline
28 September 2026
Application fee
FREE
For
Disabled artists based in England, Scotland or Wales (or leading a disabled-led company), aged 18+, not in full-time education

Unlimited's Partner Awards help disabled artists bring ambitious new work to life. This year 11 awards totalling £280,000 are offered across England, Scotland and Wales, funded by Arts Council England, Arts Council of Wales and the National Lottery through Creative Scotland.

Awards range from £15,000 to £40,000. Full details, criteria and application guidance are available on each partner award's individual page, in audio, BSL, Easy Read, large print, Scottish Gaelic and Welsh where applicable.

Awards

  • England: Apples and Snakes, Creative Folkestone, Norfolk & Norwich Festival, Plymouth Culture, Sainsbury Centre, Storyhouse, Turner Sims, Without Walls
  • Scotland: Cryptic and Scottish Sculpture Workshop
  • Wales: Sherman Theatre

Eligibility

  • Disabled artist, or disabled artist leading the creation of work within a disabled-led company
  • Based in England, Scotland or Wales
  • Aged 18+
  • Not in full-time education

Application

  • Deadline: Monday 28 September 2026, midday
  • Apply via each individual award page on the Unlimited website
  • Information sessions and FAQs available on the Unlimited site
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