Who can apply?

Public, private, or voluntary sector, individuals, businesses, community groups and local authorities. Individuals or businesses can only be beneficiaries where the project shows clear benefit to the wider community.

You don’t have to live or work within the AONB Grant Area to apply. You must simply demonstrate that your project will have a positive impact upon the AONB grant area and satisfy the core criteria of the grant.

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