festival sponsors 2026

A BIG thank you to our 2026 festival sponsors from everyone at THE BIG MALARKEY FESTIVAL – you make a BIG difference!

GF SMITH CHARITABLE TRUST

Festival Support

GF SMITH Charitable Trust

GF SMITH have the best paper in the world! The Charitable Trust supports the community and the creative sector by providing grants, tools, materials and training to young individuals and organisations involved in creative education throughout the UK in the graphic design or visual arts sectors.

PAULINE QUIRKE ACADEMY

Festival Sponsor

pauline quirke academy logoThe Pauline Quirke Academy of Performing Arts is bursting with activities young people are interested in – from filmmaking to professional masterclasses with actual professionals. They offer a fixed monthly fee membership and give every child and young person the chance to try a full session for free.

ELLIE ROSE TRAVEL

Festival Sponsor

Ellie Rose of Hull logo

Ellie Rose Travel offer safe, reliable and trusted daily transport for schools and colleges across Hull and the East Riding. Experienced drivers and a modern fleet ensure pupils travel comfortably and on time.

I AM FUND

Festival Sponsor

I AM FUND

The I AM Fund supports local performing arts organisations that provide opportunities for children and young people (ages 0-25) to participate in dance and drama.

The fund prioritises investment in youth talent, inspiring next generation creatives, and improving opportunities for children and young people to access performing arts. 

 

HIRD

Festival Sponsor

hird logoHird is a well-established and trusted mini crane, powered access and glass lifting hire specialist, delivering a national service to all sectors, including construction, facilities maintenance, and manufacturing.

Hird are the experts for pick and carry cranes, tracked spider cranes, glass and materials vacuum lifting, powered access hire and contract lifting.

 

HEADLAND PLANT

Festival Sponsor

headland plantHeadland Plant has developed into one of the main wheeled and tracked excavator equipment rental companies in the Yorkshire and Lincolnshire area.


SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES

Help us to help local families attend the festival by making a donation, or by becoming a festival sponsor.

We have options available to suit all budgets: 


If you are interested and want to know more:

Download // The Big Malarkey Festival – Sponsorship Opportunities 2026 (pdf)

Contact // Email us / 07714 597 331