Ulley: Wind farm to fund local community projects

A renewable energy firm gave a £3,000 grant to help improve a playing field where local junior football teams play.
Penny Hill Wind farm funded work on a playing field used by junior footballers.Penny Hill Wind farm funded work on a playing field used by junior footballers.
Penny Hill Wind farm funded work on a playing field used by junior footballers.

The grant came from the Penny Hill Wind Farm Community Fund which is owned by Banks Renewables. There are plans to provide over £500,000 of community funding over the 25 year lifespan of the wind farm which has been ring-fenced for use within the parishes of Ulley, Aston, Thurcroft, Whiston and Treeton.

The money will be used to make a positive long-term differences to local voluntary groups, environmental projects and community facilities.

If you are part of a community project and are looking for a grant contact James Eaglesham at the Banks Community Fund on 01913786342.

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