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New funding available for local businesses
12th April 2019Three LEADER areas in Lincolnshire have announced a further opportunity for businesses, farmers, foresters and those involved in tourism, heritage and community initiatives to apply for funding. The Coastal Action Zone, Lindsey Action Zone and Kestevens LEADER fund all have grants available to support projects that will create jobs or growth in the local rural economy. The funding call is open until 5pm on Tuesday 30 April 2019. For details of how to apply for a grant and for further information email LincsLEADER@lincolnshire.gov.uk or visit one of the following websites: www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/coastalactionzone www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/lindseyactionzone www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/kestevens -
Higher Ground Spring 2019
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Government launches 2019 Year of Green Action
2nd April 2019The Government has declared 2019 a Year of Green Action as part of its 25 Year Environment Plan. The initiative has been designed to better connect people with environmental issues by getting them involved with projects that support nature. There will be a particular focus on engaging children and young people. -
Striding Around Spilsby
1st April 2019"Walkers are Welcome" is a national scheme where towns or villages that feel they have something to offer to walkers can put themselves forward for membership. Spilsby and Hundleby, on the southern edge of the Wolds, and in the Character Area of the AONB, joined forces and got their accreditation in early 2017. Since then they have offered public guided walks in the local area every month, ranging from one mile historical town walks to ten milers for the avid rambler. -
Hedge Lay Training in the Wolds
29th March 2019In February 10 people got to learn the ancient craft of Hedge Laying at South Thoresby Local Nature Reserve. Staff from Lincolnshire Wolds Countryside Service and Lincolnshire County Council teamed up to train local people how to manage a hedge, using hand tools such as billhooks, axes and bow saws.
