A DEVELOPMENT fund to support projects aimed at conserving and enhancing the Tamar Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is back by popular demand.
Last week, the Tamar Valley AONB team announced that the sustainable development fund was open once again for small grants — and this year there is £5,000 in total available for grant requests of between £500 to £1,000.
The fund was first created for Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty in 2005 to encourage individuals, community groups and businesses to work together to develop practical and sustainable solutions to the management of their activities.
The range of projects previously supported in the Tamar Valley include the enhancement of village halls, wildlife conservation projects, small scale renewable energy schemes, water-based recreation, advice for rural businesses and a number of exciting education-based projects.
Corinna Woodall, Tamar Valley AONB manager, said: ‘We are delighted that we can continue to support our valued valley communities and heritage, by offering the grant again this year.’
The closing date for applications will be June 29, 2018. Applicants will be notified at the end of July 2018 and successful projects must be completed by December 31, 2018. For more information visit www.tamarvalley.org.uk or email [email protected]