The cultural profile of Aylesbury Vale is broad to reflect the varied interests of the local population. Culture here is defined as sport, countryside, the arts, tourism, play, heritage, entertainment, food, fashion and the media.
The cultural strategy of Aylesbury Vale District Council (AVDC) has been developed to coincide with the changing demographic profile of the area and is aimed at everyone in the district regardless of age, ethnicity, gender, socio-economic status, or geographical location. This has led to a proliferation of activities and interests.
The AVDC strategy will act as a lever for gaining funding from external agencies such as the National Lottery and focus on the cultural needs, demands and aspirations of the residents. Its key themes include access to cultural opportunities within rural areas; maintaining, developing and celebrating the cultural diversity and history of Aylesbury Vale; and striving to address lack of equality of opportunity for certain groups.
With an ever increasing choice of cultural pursuits for both participant and spectator, the variety of options in the Vale include:
