The Victoria Institute is supported and steered by a fantastic team of talented and dedicated volunteers. Would you like to meet them?
Michael Ward
Michael has worked on regeneration and local economic development in cities and towns across the country, and has long argued that arts and culture are key to economic success.
He lives in an old house in central Arundel, and manages to grow some fruit and vegetables in his garden.
His biography of social reformers Beatrice and Sidney Webb was launched at the Vic in March 2024.
‘ The Vic was set up more than a hundred years ago as an educational resource for Arundel residents and visitors. We fulfil our purpose by running as a community arts centre – literature, music, dance, theatre, visual arts and more.
We aim to contribute to maintaining Arundel as a successful community for work and living, and to attract visitors to the town through the quality of our programme.’
o create a vibrant, bustling place, bursting with energy.”
Bill Brennan
Bill is co-founder and artistic director of Drip Action Theatre Company, a registered charity established in 1987 to promote drama with a focus on new writing. He was formerly Chair of the Arundel Festival, an annual arts event with an attendance of around 60,000.
Wendy Eve
Wendy Eve Wendy has served for many years on Arundel Town Council, including several terms as Mayor. She is also a trustee of Arundel hospital.
“I first fell for The Vic’s charms when I arrived in Arundel 50 years ago, as the wife of the new GP. Then the Vic was the hub of the community, where birthday parties, wedding receptions, retirement parties and other celebrations were enjoyed. I can see The Vic, once again, being the centre of the community, for all ages, and as a future centre for the arts. With my connections and my love of Arundel, I am delighted to do everything I can to help achieve this. Already, The Vic has a resident artist, and the Gallery Trail silent auction is really successful.”
