Regeneration fund round two now open

Over £10,000 of funding has already been allocated to schemes aimed at attracting visitors and improving the High Peak's towns and villages for local residents - and applications are now being invited for round two.

The Borough Council's Towns and Villages Regeneration Fund is available to parish and town councils and constituted voluntary and community organisations for projects such as:

• Production and promotion of local walking and cycling trail maps
• Creative and heritage events
• Tidying up public green spaces
• Improving public display boards and signage
• Improving the accessibility of the high streets and visitor attractions
• Part-funding (50%) shop front grant schemes managed by Parish and Town Councils

Grants from the first round of funding have been awarded to projects including the restoration of the boardwalk at Hague Bar Meadow, enhanced signage in Hayfield, the installation of tactile animal displays at the Rock Mill Centre and repairs to New Mills Town Hall.

The fund is now inviting new applications for grants of up to £4,000 per applicant.

Councillor Damien Greenhalgh, Deputy Leader and Executive Councillor for Regeneration, Tourism and Leisure, said: "I'm delighted to invite applications for the next round of funding to support towns, parishes and community groups with projects and events that benefit both residents and visitors.

"We've already helped to fund some great schemes in Hayfield and New Mills and we're now keen to hear from parishes and communities in other parts of the Borough.

"It's easy to apply - full details are on our website - so please contact us with your projects and ideas so we can make sure this money is making a difference in towns and villages all across the High Peak."

Further details on the grant, online application and deadlines for submission for applications are available on our website.

Published on 7 February 2025