If you would like to create or regenerate a green space to improve your local community you can now apply for grants from a new £50m Community Spaces programme managed by Groundwork UK on behalf of a consortium of environmental organisations including the Civic Trust.

The Big Lottery Fund is providing the £50m cash pot for the Community Spaces programme under its £234m Changing Spaces initiative to help communities enjoy and improve their local environments. Project targets include play areas, community gardens, parks, wildlife areas, ponds, courts and village greens, and pathway improvements. In addition to funding, groups will also benefit from a network of trained facilitators who can help them turn their ideas into reality.

Julie Bustos at the Civic Trust can help with applications and answer any queries you may have on this forum - if you would prefer to speak to Julie in person she can be contacted on: 0151 231 6916.