Work begins on the restoration of Colsterworth War Memorial.
22nd April 2024
PRESS RELEASE
Work begins on the restoration of Colsterworth War Memorial on the High Street, Colsterworth.
The project, which is being funded by a £29,026.48 grant from FCC Communities Foundation and a £3,000.00 contribution from Colsterworth Festival of Remembrance (CFoR) to restore the grade II listed Colsterworth War Memorial is set to begin following a meeting with the Architect and specialist Contractors earlier this month. The restoration is anticipated to be completed at the end of June 2024.
Councillor Caroline Hainsworth, Chairperson of Colsterworth and District Parish Council is excited that the project is starting to take shape.
She says: “We know from the support shown by the community that there is a tremendous sense of pride in War Memorial which commemorates the fallen from this area at the two World Wars. This project will preserve the War Memorial for future generations, and it is great to see our vision for this important community asset moving closer to reality. We are extremely grateful for the funding FCC Communities Foundation and CFoR has given us and we’re looking forward to opening to the public.”
FCC Communities Foundation is a not-for-profit business that awards grants for community projects through the Landfill Communities Fund.
Penny Horne, FCC Communities Foundation grant manager, says: “We’re delighted to be supporting the Colsterworth War Memorial Restoration Project and pleased our funding will be able to help restore this special place for remembrance. FCC Communities Foundation is always happy to consider grant applications for projects that improve local communities and we’re looking forward to this one making a difference very soon.”
For further press information please contact Sue Grant, Colsterworth & District Parish Clerk.
Tel: 01476-861888 or email clerk@colsterworthanddistpc.co.uk
FCC Communities Foundation is a not-for-profit business that awards grants for community, conservation and heritage projects from funds donated by FCC Environment through the Landfill Communities Fund.
www.fcccommunitiesfoundation.org.uk info@fcccommunitiesfoundation.org.uk