Margate Creative Land Trust

Margate Creative Land Trust are thrilled to announce the acquisition of the former St George’s Garage on Harold Road, marking a significant step in our ongoing mission to create affordable and accessible workspace for creative businesses and practitioners in Margate. Located just a short distance from the town centre and seafront, the Harold Road site, with a footprint over 30,000 square feet, includes three adjoining industrial units and forecourt, and a two-storey street facing building. While the building has previously been used as an auto repair garage and car showroom. Architects IF_DO will lead the design for the first phase of work and meanwhile uses, having delivered similarly complex and ambitious schemes in Hastings, Manchester and London. By securing and redeveloping spaces like this, MCLT aims to help safeguard the future of the town’s vibrant creative economy, and ensure Margate remains a place where creativity and culture are not only celebrated but accessible to all. The Trust are talking to inspiring local creative organisations to explore opportunities at Harold Road. Interested in being part of something exciting? Find out more >>> https://t.ly/iXzP7

Since Summer 2024, we have been assisting workspace providers and creative tenants across Margate through our Property Support Pilot. This offered help to 11 organisations, including building surveys, valuations, legal work, and consultancy advice that enables recipients to plan for their future growth and long-term needs. We understand the current challenges faced by the creative sector in Margate. The area has seen rising rents, unstable tenancies and a lack of suitable space to work, making it hard for creatives to develop their practice or scale their business. We recognise that more is needed. This week we have launched a new round of support funding which is immediately open to applications from local creative organisations. The Emergency Support Fund offers help with costs up to £10,000 for practical, property related support. 🔗 For more info and application details visit > > > https://t.ly/9KzzQ Please share this post to help spread the word. Photo: Rob Ball

Last few days to apply to join us as General Manager and Development Manager! We are the first creative land trust outside London, with exciting plans to develop spaces and programmes that add real value to the creative sector in town.

We are recruiting: General Manager and Development Manager (Property) Margate Creative Land Trust are expanding the team as we start developing our first creative workspace site, and gear up towards a more operational stage of work. We need an experienced Development Manager to act as client lead and procure a design and build team through to handover. We also need a General Manager, who will lead on day to day operations as well as the estate management of our acquired properties. These are both crucial roles for Margate Creative Land Trust, and we’re looking for people who are passionate about making great places for those who use them. It’s an exciting time to join the Trust as we transition into a more outward-facing and delivery-focused phase. You will work with a wide range of stakeholders to ensure that what we develop is accessible, inspiring, and fit for purpose. We are keen to add value to what’s already in the town and ensure our buildings and operations provide opportunities for a broad range of creatives and local residents. Please review the job descriptions and email us at info@margatecreativelandtrust.org if you would like to know more. The application deadline is Friday, October 11th, and we reserve the right to end recruitment earlier if exceptional candidates come forward. https://lnkd.in/eNhGwV2b

How can we secure affordable, permanent spaces for Margate’s growing creative sector? In our latest blog, we explore the challenges facing creative businesses due to rising rents and loss of workspaces and how Margate Creative Land Trust is stepping up to ensure the town’s vibrant creative community continues to thrive. Discover how we're fostering inclusivity and economic growth through sustainable, accessible spaces. Read more here > https://lnkd.in/dPcetDna

Join our Team as an Honorary Treasurer! Are you passionate about making a difference? We’re looking for a dedicated Honorary Treasurer to oversee the financial well-being of our charity. In this vital role, you’ll play a key part in enhancing our financial health. Responsibilities include strategic financial management and risk processes, as well as being a crucial part of the Board of Trustees. Additionally, you’ll serve as a counter-signatory and work closely with our accountants and executive team, supporting annual accounts, auditing processes, and financial planning. If you’re ready to use your financial expertise for a great cause, please contact us for more information or an informal chat. Email: info@margatecreativelandtrust.org. https://lnkd.in/eu5PkzGh

𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗮𝘀 𝗮𝗻 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗿! Are you passionate about making a difference? We're looking for a dedicated Honorary Treasurer to oversee the financial well-being of our charity. In this vital role, you'll: Play a key role in maintaining and enhancing our financial health. Handle cash-flow forecasting and manage income/expenses. Contribute to strategic financial management and risk processes. Serve as a counter signatory and work closely with our Accountants and Executive Team. If you're ready to use your financial expertise for a great cause, contact us for more information or an informal chat. Email: info@margatecreativelandtrust.org.

We're recruiting for a part-time Network Administrator for the Thanet Youth Network at a time of exciting expansion and development, thanks to funding from Thanet District Council's UK Shared Prosperity Fund 🙌 You'll get to work closely with representatives of organisations across Thanet working with young people, including Arts Education Exchange, Power of Women (POW! Thanet), Discovery Planet C.I.C, Turner Contemporary, Oasis Domestic Abuse Service, Margate Pride, CMK -, Olby's CIC to name but a few! Deadline for applications is 5pm Thursday 25 July 💥

Calling All Local Suppliers As we develop our buildings and supportive services for creative tenants, we're eager to connect with local suppliers who can contribute to our mission. Are you a local contractor, surveyor, engineer, or PV/EV charging supplier? Do you offer small businesses marketing and communications advice, HR training, or business support? If so, we want to hear from you! Join us in creating a thriving community for our creative tenants. Fill out our suppliers' form > > https://lnkd.in/e45NNjXH

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