Appleby Council have launched a new grant scheme to help improve the look of Appleby’s town centre.To be eligible for the grant:

• Applicants must be small independent businesses, or owners of retail premises (occupied or unoccupied) and located within Appleby town centre.
• The repairs must be in respect of work to the external front elevation of the property. This includes, but is not limited to:
  – Repairs to windows and doors
  – Repairs to external stonework and brickwork
  – Repair and reinstatement of guttering and down-pipes
  – Painting of external property front
• Improvements to shop signage.
• The repairs will make a positive impact to the surrounding businesses and street.

Applicants must provide at least 33% towards the costs of the repairs and the maximum grant awarded will be £1,000. The application process is very simple. For an application form and guidelines, please see below. If you require any assistance, please email clerk@applebytown.gov.uk or pop into the Tourist Information Centre.

Shop Front Grant Application Form

Each year the Council identifies funds in its budget to be used for grants.  In addition the Council is responsible for the management of a number of charities and trusts.  Since 2012 the Council has awarded over £24,000 to local community groups and charities.  To view the grants awarded in the past see the Grants Awarded section at the bottom of this page.

Who can apply for a grant?

We welcome applications from community and voluntary groups, charities and non-profit making organisations that benefit the community of Appleby-in-Westmorland.  We do not accept applications from individuals or businesses whose purpose is to make a profit.

To be eligible groups and organisations must have their own constitution and bank account with at least two unrelated signatories.

What can be funded?

Grants are available for either projects or events that benefit the residents of Appleby-in-Westmorland.

How much can be applied for?

The minimum grant is £50 and the maximum £2,000.  Each application will be considered on its own merits but the presumption is that grants will typically be £500.  Awards towards the maximum level will be the exception and such projects and events will need to demonstrate significant community need and match funding.  All grants require a minimum of 20% match funding although 10% can be in-kind.

How to apply?

If you have any questions or queries about your grant application, please contact the Town Clerk by phone 017683 51177 ext3, or by email clerk@applebytown.gov.uk

Grant Application Form 2026-27

Grant Application Guide

Grants Awarded – from 2016 onwards

Other sources of funding

There may be other sources of funding available for your project or event.  Further details can be found on the relevant websites using the below links:

www.westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk/your-council/about-your-council/grants-and-funding

www.westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk/your-council/communities-and-localities

https://www.cumbriafoundation.org/our-funds/

Charities and Trusts

Charity of Mrs Hannah Kennington (Deceased) 503022

The Charity of Mrs Hannah Kennington (Deceased) is a registered charity. The charity is for “general charitable purposes for the benefit of Appleby people”.

The Ingram Dawson Legacy 215561

The Ingram Dawson Legacy is a registered charity. The charity is “for the use of the Borough itself, especially improving and beautifying it, to make it an attractive town”.

Grants Received by Appleby Town Council

Grants Received Financial Year 2023 – 2024