08/01/2026
The latest Greener Footprints newsletter from Herefordshire Council includes news of the recent River Conference; their work with young people at Hereford College of Arts; and an interesting article about Hopes of Longtown.
Herefordshire Council are working with the Energy Saving Trust and Midlands Net Zero Hub to identify barriers to the development of the community energy sector in Herefordshire. The project team at EST want to hear from local stakeholders and this will involve attendance at 3 engagement events, with at least the first two workshop sessions being delivered online. The first 1-hour session is scheduled for Wednesday 14th January, 10.00 am -11.00 am If you would like to support the development of the community energy sector and are able to attend, please contact Gareth Ellis, Sustainability & Climate Change Officer at
Apply by 17 December. The National Lottery Community Fund (NLCF) environment theme supports community-led projects that improve the environment and help people connect with and enjoy nature where they live. NCLF will fund projects that make a positive difference to local green spaces and £300 – £20,000 per project is available for up to two years. Grants of £3-5,000 are available from the Nineveh Charitable Trust for UK schools, PTAs and not-for-profit organisations, for projects that promote a better understanding of the environment. To explore more funding opportunities, including local and national schemes, visit the
Apply by 17 December. The National Lottery Community Fund (NLCF) environment theme supports community-led projects that improve the environment and help people connect with and enjoy nature where they live. NCLF will fund projects that make a positive difference to local green spaces and £300 – £20,000 per project is available for up to two years. Grants of £3-5,000 are available from the Nineveh Charitable Trust for UK schools, PTAs and not-for-profit organisations, for projects that promote a better understanding of the environment. To explore more funding opportunities, including local and national schemes, visit the
Click on the link below to read the latest Greener Footprints newsletter from Herefordshire Council. Greener Footprints newsletter: October 2025
Good news! Multiple grant schemes are now open or launching soon, designed to support local groups, charities, and organisations across Herefordshire to deliver meaningful change. Whether your ideas focus on wellbeing, nature, safety, or bringing people together, there’s likely a funding route for you. Below is a round-up of the current grants and what you need to know. Small Sparks Grant Delivered in partnership with Herefordshire Community Foundation, the Small Sparks Grant provides up to £1,000 for grassroots projects that bring people together, build local connections, and increase community resilience. Think small but impactful: pop-up gatherings, community gardens, new local clubs. Projects
Click here to read the October Newsletter from Rural Hub Herefordshire.
Good news! Multiple grant schemes are now open or launching soon, designed to support local groups, charities, and organisations across Herefordshire to deliver meaningful change. Whether your ideas focus on wellbeing, nature, safety, or bringing people together, there’s likely a funding route for you. Below is a round-up of the current grants and what you need to know. Small Sparks Grant Delivered in partnership with Herefordshire Community Foundation, the Small Sparks Grant provides up to £1,000 for grassroots projects that bring people together, build local connections, and increase community resilience. Think small but impactful: pop-up gatherings, community gardens, new local clubs. Applications
Small Sparks Grant Small Sparks, delivered in partnership with Herefordshire Community Foundation, has £50,000 to distribute to support informal, grassroots initiatives. Grants of up to £1,000 are available to fund small scale projects that bring people together, build local connections, and strengthen community resilience. Example activities could include creating a community garden, or shared space, running a neighbourhood event or starting a local club. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until 30th November 2025, or until the fund is fully allocated. Early submission is strongly encouraged. You can find out more, including details of how to apply on the Herefordshire
Meetings of The Green Group Almeley, a HGN GOLD member, are on the second Monday of the month at 7.00pm in Almeley Village Hall and everyone is welcome to attend from Almeley or surrounding area. There is usually a speaker, a discussion and some outstanding refreshments! September 8th is the group’s AGM which will be at the earlier time of 6.00pm, this part of the evening is primarily for members. At 7.00pm there will be a talk on the theme – Six Years In. Following the 2019 climate and ecological emergency declaration, Elissa Swinglehurst discusses Herefordshire’s plans, progress and the
