Brentford a hub of high energy

In its third year, Creative Mile is now firmly established in the Brentford calendar and four more venues are getting involved this year bringing the total to 12 venues. People are surprised and delighted to discover our variety of venues and attractions.

With 3,000 visitors last year, the Creative Mile weekend turns Brentford into a hub of high energy and celebration of our talented community.

As the regeneration of Brentford continues, there’s greater focus on connecting and celebrating our many waterways. To highlight this, the artistic theme this year is about water. You can expect to see how the Thames and waterways of Brentford inspires creativity. This year will see Creative Mile working in collaboration with the Totally Thames Festival as they will be hosting the first weekend of their month-long festival in Brentford and surrounding area.

Brentford based artist and Creative Director for Creative Mile Mr Mr Pearce said “I noticed that during open art studios events in Brentford that many people visiting would say they had lived in the area for years and never knew the artists were there. This got me thinking that if the other artists, museums and art centre all joined forces we could raise the profile of the creative community. Brentford has a rich artistic community and I hope this event gives artists and makers working in the area a chance to showcase their work to a wider audience.’

As we plan the third year of Creative Mile, we hope you’ll be inspired and get involved. Creative Mile is a not for profit Community Interest Company, which is supported with grants from Hounslow Council and the Heathrow Community Trust and is proud to be a member of West London Chambers. Any local business that would like to support the arts in Brentford either through sponsorship or providing pro bono services please contact makeithappen@creativemile.org.

Having lived in Brentford since 1985, its so good to celebrate its creativity over the September weekend. I highly recommend a visit!

To find out more about Creative Mile visit: www.creativemile.org

Creative Mile is a free event, and our aim is to grow Brentford’s identity as an arts and cultural destination. Everybody is welcome, so we hope that you are able to come along.

Dates 1st-3rd September 2023.