Mission

To preserve for the benefit and education of the public the building known as the Malt Cross Music Hall in St James’s Street in the City of Nottingham.To promote, maintain, improve and advance the education of the public through the promotion, production, performance and encouragement of the arts.To advance the education of the public in their understanding of the Christian faith as the trustees of the charity may from time to time think fitTo promote the protection, safety and education of all people, regardless of their gender, faith, race, sexual orientation, physical or other disability, particularly people congregating on the streets and in public places at night time, in order to discourage and mitigate anti-social behaviour and the commissioning of criminal acts.To promote the relief of all people at risk, but particularly people on the streets and in public places, by reason of inebriation, physical or mental distress due to substance misuse, by the offering of guidance, support, protection and, as appropriate, by referral to relevantly skilled specialist agencies.To provide facilities for leisure and other recreational activities in the interest of social welfare and with the object of improving the conditions of life.

Category

Education and Skills

Additional Information

Here at the Malt Cross Trust we want to transform the city of Nottingham. Our emphasis is on building community and long-term, meaningful relationships in a warm, caring environment at the Malt Cross cafe bar, but also by reaching out to people frequenting the bars and clubs of Nottingham at night. Heritage - we are based in a fantastic Victorian Music Hall that we are committed to restoring for the enjoyment of generations to come. We also want to remain sympathetic to the building's roots, maintaining its use as a venue for live performance. Arts & Events - we are passionate about investing in young, local talent and put on a programme of weekly live music events. We provide opportunities for local artists and students to display their artwork in our gallery. We also host numerous community groups engaging in activities ranging from songwriting to knitting. Street Pastors - we have around 80 fully-trained volunteer Street Pastors who patrol the streets of Nottingham on Friday and Saturday nights, offering care and support to people using the city for pleasure. We provide water, flip flops and space blankets, administer first aid, support the police and door staff with violent incidents and help people to get home safely. Safe Space - this is a permanent base in the heart of the city where people can come to receive first aid, support, advice, or simply to wait in safety for a taxi home. Clubs Outreach - this is a project run by students who go out on a Friday night to provide care and support to young clubbers in the city, giving out water, advice and helping pople to get home safely. Cafe Theologic - we hold a series of events in which we encourage people to explore a range of hot topics, such as child slavery, poverty and homelessness, through discussion, debate, music and art.