Wallbridge Fields awarded National Lottery funding

Wallbridge Fields Receives National Lottery Funding

Rodborough & Wallbridge Community Interest Company (CIC) has been awarded £12,690 through the National Lottery Awards for All program. This funding will support a range of community improvements at the Wallbridge Fields site in Stroud.

Purpose of the Funding

The grant, made possible by National Lottery players, aims to:

Enhance the welcoming and inspiring atmosphere of Wallbridge Fields for local residents
Improve the site's natural value

Statement from Liz Hillary

"We are thrilled to have received this support from the National Lottery Community Fund. This grant will allow us to make real improvements to Wallbridge Fields, ensuring it remains a welcoming and inspiring space for local people, while enhancing its value for nature."

"We are hugely grateful to the National Lottery Awards for All programme, and to everyone in the community who continues to enjoy and support this special place."

Community Involvement

Over the next two years, the improvements will be implemented alongside community days designed to engage local residents in celebrating and enjoying the site.

About The National Lottery Community Fund

This fund distributes money raised by National Lottery players to support individuals and communities in thriving.

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Author's summary: The £12,690 National Lottery grant will enable vital community and environmental upgrades at Wallbridge Fields, fostering greater local engagement and preservation.

Punchline Magazine — 2025-11-06