Goxhill and Barrow Scout Group have been awarded £30,000 Community Grant Funding to go towards the renovation and development of their outdoor activity area.
Work includes renovating the existing shelter and renewing the paved area to include lighting and refurbishing the rifle shooting area.
A tubular underground experience will be created, and a new wood adventure obstacle course installed.
The renovation will also see the installation of hardstanding and storage containers. New garden maintenance equipment will also be purchased.
Cllr Richard Hannigan, cabinet member for independent families: adults and health, said: “It is always great to see community groups benefiting from the Community Grant Fund and making a real difference.
“The plans for Goxhill and Barrow Scout Groups’ outdoor activity area sound brilliant, and I’m sure the group will have lots of fun and develop new skills. Groups like these are at the heart of many communities, therefore it is important they are supported.
“The funding has been used for many different reasons and helped many different community groups and individuals. If you think you or your group could benefit, please visit the council’s website for more details.”
Andy Oliver from Goxhill and Barrow Scout Group, said: “Here at 1st Goxhill and Barrow Scout Group we give young people aged between 6 and 18 years, from all over the Ferry Ward of North Lincolnshire, the opportunity to take part in a variety of activities that engages and supports young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to their communities and society.
“The funding grant from North Lincolnshire Council will allow us to improve our outdoor activity area, which is an important building block in the redevelopment of our HQ facilities, helping to provide a safe and welcoming environment for all to enjoy.”
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