SDF funding is aimed supporting a range of projects that bring environmental, social and economic benefits to the North Wessex Downs AONB. Detailed criteria and information on how to add value to your project can be found in the Guidelines.
First read the guidelines to help you decide if your project is suitable:
Then if your idea fits with the guidelines, fill out the Expression of Interest form detailing your proposal.
Include as much information as you have at this time. Our SDF Co-ordinator will assess your proposal against our criteria and contact you with any advice, before inviting you to proceed with your full application.
Please read the Guidelines above and if you require any further information, contact the North Wessex Downs Landscape Trust which manages the SDF on our behalf on 07711 941186 or email info@nwd-landscapetrust.org.uk to discuss your project.
Please note that our procurement guidelines require that you supply a minimum of one quote for items under £500 and two quotes for items above this amount.
Applications are considered by the Sustainable Development Fund Grant Panel, appointed by the North Wessex Downs AONB, throughout the year. There is a streamlined assessment process for grants below £1,000, while the average grant awarded is currently between £1,000 and £3,000. In the case of exceptional projects, larger grants may be considered at the discretion of the Panel.
Applicants have 12 months from the date of approval to complete their project and provide relevant monitoring information.
In July 2017 the North Wessex Downs Landscape Trust (“NWDLT”) accepted the stewardship of the management of the Sustainable Development Fund, previously managed by the AONB.
Grants have been made recently to the following:
If you would like to apply for a grant for your project please contact Donald Sherlock at info@nwd-landscapetrust.org.uk.