One town in Cornwall has been given £80,000 to hold a series of events and festivals over the next three years.

Redruth is the only 'High Street Heritage Action Zone' in Cornwall to be given a grant from Historic England.

Using the money the Redruth Cultural Consortium is launching 'Redruth Unlimited' – a programme of cultural commissions designed to support already established festivals and events, be more inventive in how it uses spaces and venues in the town, and celebrate the town’s heritage and creativity.

The aim is to also support local businesses and entrepreneurs, develop the evening economy and encourage more people to explore and enjoy Redruth.

A spokesperson said: "The ambition for Redruth Unlimited is that it will inject new energy and optimism into the town, and for young people to be key players in the design and delivery of the programme."

The town is also one of six action zones nationally to launch a ‘High Street Sound Walk’ as part of Heritage Open Days being run between September 10 and 19.

Ross Williams, chair of Redruth Cultural Consortium, said described it as "another vote of confidence in Redruth’s ability to deliver effective and exciting work".

Rose Barnecut, director of the arts organisation FEAST, which will support the town in its projects, said: “This is a great opportunity to develop really creative projects unique to this historic town; projects which use local networks, knowledge and assets to involve the widest possible range of people.

"Redruth is a special place and we want special ideas. Artists and creative thinkers needed!”