Funding approved for play parks regeneration at Hemswell Cliff
Children in Hemswell Cliff are set to get new play park equipment thanks to a £100,000 grant from FCC Communities Foundation, £20,000 from the Community Lottery Fund and £10,750 from West Lindsey District Council.
The money will be used to buy and install play park equipment at Capper Avenue and Minden Place, Hemswell Cliff.
FCC Communities Foundation is a not-for-profit business that awards grants for community projects through the Landfill Communities Fund.
Penny Horne, FCC Communities Foundation grant manager, said: “We’re delighted to be supporting the ‘Make Hemswell Cliff Glitter’ project and pleased our funding will provide such a fantastic facility for children and young families within Hemswell Cliff and the surrounding areas.
“FCC Communities Foundation is always happy to consider grant applications for projects that make a difference to local communities and we’re really looking forward to seeing this one take shape soon.”
Hemswell Cliff Parish councillors have also been campaigning for an outdoor gym and thanks to the generosity of local businesses and the Parish Council contributing towards this project it will be realised at the same time.
Coun Hannah Roberts, chair of the Play Parks Committee Hemswell Cliff Parish Council, believes the facilities will make a huge difference to the lives of people living in the area.
She says the new equipment will provide exciting opportunities for residents of all ages to enjoy being outdoors and staying active, we are really looking forward to our play parks and outdoor gym taking shape over the coming months.
She would like to personally thank our funders and all those who have contributed to making this project a reality, a special mention to Coun Gillian Dean for her work on the play parks committee.
Coun Gillian Dean, wishes to thank all the businesses who have contributed to our #makehemswellcliffglitter journey by way of purchasing benches around the village and donations towards the outdoor gym.
Shay Towns, senior communities officer at West Lindsey District Council, said: “After many years of work to bring the play parks into public ownership, it’s truly inspiring to see how now this community’s determination has led to this point.
“With the support of FCC, the National Lottery and West Lindsey District Council, new play park areas will be created and continue the Parish’s journey to make Hemswell Cliff Glitter.”
Lee Dobinson, group director of Strategy and External Relations BioteCH4, said: “We’re delighted to have been able to support this initiative and give something back to our local community.
“We can’t wait to see it once the installation is complete and hope the local community enjoy using their brand-new facility.”
Coun Graham Prestwood, chair of Hemswell Cliff Parish Council, expressed how thrilled we are to have been successful in receiving the funding from FCC and the Lottery to make the renewing of the old play parks in the village a reality.
He said: “This really will provide great new facilities, which are inclusive and exciting for the village. I have to say a huge thank you to Cllr Roberts and her committee for their dedication and tireless efforts to make this happen for the community.
“This is the last huge step in the campaign to 'Make Hemswell Cliff Glitter.”
It is hoped the facilities will be ready for use by the end June 2026.