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Proteus is a touring theatre company and arts centre in Basingstoke, telling stories that foster empathy for the ‘other’ and supporting others to do the same. Our artist development, participatory programmes, and accessible performances at Creation Space nurture creative communities and inspire local audiences. We tour ambitious socially aware work across the UK, highlighting issues like PTSD, body dysmorphia, and domestic violence through award-winning and cross-artform projects. For 40 years, Proteus has built a reputation for high-quality shows, including internationally acclaimed productions. We prioritise casting artists from protected characteristic groups, especially in rural family tours.

Culture in Common is a community-led arts and culture programme for the New Forest, funded by Arts Council England’s Creative People and Places initiative. Led by a consortium including Energise Me, Folio, The Handy Trust, New Forest District Council, and the National Park Authority, it aims to increase cultural engagement in underserved areas. Since 2022, it has reached over 45,000 residents through workshops, exhibitions, and creative clubs, co-designed with local communities to reflect their interests and needs.

Breamore House, a Grade II* Elizabethan manor near Fordingbridge, Hampshire, offers a rich heritage experience through its architecture, collections, and rural museum. Built in 1583 and still privately owned by the Hulse family, the house features period furniture, fine art, and rare artefacts. The estate includes a Countryside Museum and a nearby Saxon church, enhancing its cultural value. Open seasonally for guided tours, Breamore supports heritage tourism and welcomes collaboration.