During the financial year, The Mitre Live Music Venue has continued to operate as an independent, grassroots arts and entertainment hub in Abertillery. Our primary activity has been hosting a wide variety of live music events, ranging from local, emerging acts to internationally touring artists from countries including the USA, Trinidad and Tobago, Italy, Finland and Sweden. We also provide rehearsal facilities for musicians and a low-cost, accessible performance space for promoters, bands and community groups. Beyond the music, The Mitre plays a vital role as a community space. We have hosted children’s dance classes, autism youth groups, book clubs and life drawing classes, alongside making our upstairs community room available for hire at affordable rates to encourage creativity, learning and social connection. These activities promote cultural engagement, support local talent, and provide inclusive, safe spaces for people of all ages and backgrounds. Through our work, we have strengthened the local cultural scene, boosted the night-time economy, and created opportunities for community participation. By maintaining affordable or free access to arts and live performance.

Our key stakeholders include: Local community members and audience attendees Musicians, performers and promoters Community groups hiring the venue Bar staff and volunteers Local businesses and suppliers Local authorities and licensing bodies Consultation Methods We engage with stakeholders through a mix of informal and formal channels, including: Face-to-face conversations during events Social media interactions and public posts Feedback from community group organisers Email correspondence with promoters and suppliers Liaison with local borough and community council representatives and licensing officers Action Taken in Response to Feedback Event variety: Introduced more all-ages and family-friendly events in response to community requests. Accessibility improvements: Adjusted room layouts and signage to improve accessibility for people with disabilities. Community use: Expanded affordable hire options for local groups to encourage greater community use of our upstairs space. Artist support: Increased promotion for local bands via social media after feedback from musicians seeking more exposure.

From 10th February 2025, the director Lucy Edwards has received £150 per week, totalling £4350 for the period from 10th February 2025 to 1st September 2025. Prior to this date, no renumeration was received for full-time work at the company since 1st September 2024.

No transfer of assets other than for full consideration