Issue details

Nature Towns and Cities Fund: Application for NTC – Scarborough a Pocketful of Nature

To seek permission to submit a bid application for up to £1,000,000 plus a 5% contribution from the Council to the National Lottery Heritage Fund. Application deadline is 7 March 2025.
Our proposal focuses on revitalising underutilised green spaces within Scarborough's Castle Ward—areas of significant social and economic deprivation—by enhancing biodiversity, encouraging community engagement, and preserving the town's rich cultural and natural heritage. Through partnerships with organisations like Yorkshire Wildlife Trust and English Heritage, we aim to transform these spaces into thriving community assets, delivering sustainable environmental improvements while empowering local residents with skills in stewardship and conservation.

Decision type: Key

Reason Key: Affect on communities;

Decision status: Not to be progressed

Notice of proposed decision first published: 16/12/2024

Decision due: 28 Feb 2025 by Corporate Director of Resources

Lead member: Deputy Leader & Executive Member for Finance & Resources

Lead director: Corporate Director of Community Development

Contact: Lauren Hopson-Haw, Regeneration Officer Email: lauren.hopson-haw@northyorks.gov.uk Email: lauren.hopson-haw@northyorks.gov.uk Email: lauren.hopson-haw@northyorks.gov.uk.

Consultation process

Email discussion

Consultees

Corporate Director of Community Development
Assistant Director of Resources – Community Development
Executive Member for Open to Business
Finance
Legal

Documents

  • Nature Towns and Cities Fund: Expression of Interest for NTC – Scarborough a Pocketful of Nature