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🎭 Colne Youth Culture Survey
Help Shape the Future of Culture in Colne
Colne is planning an ambitious programme of cultural events and opportunities for young people. We want to make sure it reflects your ideas, interests and ambitions.
This survey takes around 7–10 minutes. Your answers are anonymous.
1.
What year group are you in?
Year 7
Year 8
Year 9
Year 10
Year 11
Sixth Form / College
2.
Do you live in Colne (BB8)?
Yes
No
I travel in for school
3.
How often do you attend events in Colne (music, theatre, festivals, markets etc.)?
Regularly (monthly or more)
A few times a year
Rarely
Never
4.
Which of these have you attended in the last two years? (Tick all that apply)
Great British Rhythm & Blues Festival
A performance at The Muni Theatre
Town centre events or markets
Events in Alkincoates Park
Local sports events
None of the above
5.
Do you feel there are enough cultural and creative opportunities for young people in Colne?
Yes
No
Not Sure (Please Explain)
6.
What creative interests do you currently have? (Tick any)
Music performance
Music production / DJing
Theatre / acting
Dance
Visual art
Photography
Film / media
Digital design
Fashion
Creative writing
Event management
Lighting / sound tech
Gaming / esports
Sport
Other (please specify)
I’m not currently involved in creative activities
7.
What new opportunities would you most like to see in Colne? (Choose up to 3)
Youth music festival
Open mic nights
Outdoor cinema
Street art projects
Creative workshops
Paid internships/apprenticeships in creative industries
A youth arts centre or hub
Night-time events for teenagers
Cultural events celebrating different communities
Environmental / outdoor arts projects
8.
What stops young people getting involved? (Tick any)
Cost
Transport
Not hearing about events
Nothing that feels relevant
Lack of confidence
Family commitments
Events feel aimed at adults
Safety concerns
Other (please specify)
9.
If Colne launched a “Youth Culture Programme”, what should its main aim be?
Developing young talent
Creating safe social spaces
Improving mental wellbeing
Building skills for future careers
Making Colne more exciting
Attracting visitors
Reducing anti-social behaviour
10.
How should events be advertised to young people?
Instagram
TikTok
School
Snapchat
Posters
Email
Through friends
11.
If you were in charge of Colne’s cultural programme for a year, what bold idea would you introduce?