Cultural Operator Needed for Clair Hall Redevelopment and Operation in Haywards Heath

Mid Sussex District Council is seeking a cultural operator to redevelop and operate Clair Hall, a new creative cultural hub in Haywards Heath town centre. The operator will partner with the Council during the design and development phase before taking on a long-term lease and managing day-to-day operations. The venue will offer film, art, and performance programming designed to welcome all communities and inspire creative engagement. This is a 20-year partnership opportunity with an estimated annual turnover of £2.28 million. The cultural operator will be responsible for programming, management, and operations of the facility once development is complete. This opportunity follows a competitive flexible procurement process, with further details available in Tender Notice 2025/S 000-042820 and Contract Award Notice 2026/S 000-014110.