The Paddle Trust is funding projects that will increase and enhance access to water and, and protect natural blue spaces.
Groups that are welcome to submit applications include:
- Paddling clubs
- Community groups
- Parish Councils
- Local Authorities
- Anyone in the UK with an active interest in improving access to water and protecting the environment
- Organisations or partnerships with local paddle sport groups who will continue to support the use of the facilities on an ongoing basis
The Trust is particularly interested in funding:
- Launch and landing platforms, ramps or steps
- Improvements to pathways and accessible routes to the water’s edge
- Designated or essential additional parking for water users
- Works that create more sustainable access points
- Access improvement projects that actively engage and allow water users to protect/enhance the waterway or riverbank environment (e.g. by preventing bank erosion)
- Signage and information that promotes positive behaviour (eg Countryside code, “Check, Clean, Dry”, warnings of hazards or guidance on appropriate routes or trails)
- Projects that would benefit more than one user group
- Projects that benefit or provide opportunities to a wide range of paddlers rather than facilities limited to members
The deadline for applications is Monday 7th December.