East Lindsey District Council has allocated £7.83 million from its £10 million East Lindsey Investment Fund to support community development, tourism, business growth, and infrastructure improvements. The funding includes £1 million for the new ‘Pride in Place’ grant scheme, which will finance community-led projects to improve safety, transport, local amenities, and environmental initiatives.
A total of £1.8 million will go toward tourism-related projects, with a significant portion allocated to The Woodland Trust for the restoration of Harrison Woodlands near Louth. The 483-acre site, currently in poor condition and closed to the public, will be rehabilitated and reopened. Another £1.25 million will be used for place and asset improvements, including shopfront renovations, upgraded signage, and car park enhancements in key areas like Sutton on Sea. Cultural events and arts engagement will receive £650,000, while £250,000 will support heritage projects, including market revitalization and infrastructure to promote the Lincolnshire Wolds as a tourist destination.
Business support funding will be directed toward hosting networking events, increasing access to skills and jobs through local education and training providers, and providing sector-specific grants for green technology investments. The fund will also support the development of new employment sites in the district. The council expects these investments to strengthen the local economy, attract visitors, and enhance residents’ overall quality of life. Details on the ‘Pride in Place’ grant scheme will be released when applications open.
