Bat-friendly barn completed at Wild Haweswater

28/08/2026

A traditional Cumbrian Spinning Barn has been restored to provide a new visitor hub at Wild Haweswater near Penrith in the Lake District.

Village Hall Restoration Nears Completion Thanks to FCC Communities Foundation Funding

24/08/2026

A major refurbishment project is breathing new life into St Bees Village Hall, preserving a cherished community asset for future generations

Transition to BenefactorCloud Now Complete

18/08/2026

We are pleased to confirm that our transition to BenefactorCloud, our new grant management system, is now complete.

Community's vision becomes reality as new Hemswell Cliff play park officially opens

14/08/2026

Children raced down the zip wire and explored the new facilities as residents came together to celebrate the culmination of years of fundraising, planning and hard work by local volunteers

Major funding boost to bring modern heating to St George's Hall

07/08/2026

Vital funding will help bring St George's Hall's heating system into the 21st century, improving comfort while reducing energy use.