A grant funding scheme which provides opportunities for local organisations to apply for up to £10,000 to deliver activities and events in town centres across Flintshire is proving to be successful.
Already, 50 per cent of the funding available for 2025-26 which has been secured through the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Funds has been allocated to a variety of exciting community-led initiatives. Among the standout successes so far, is the ‘Bikes in Bloom’ project, delivered by Refurbs Buckley. The event has brought creativity, collaboration and colour to the heart of Buckley town centre.
From 11th -16th August 2025, local residents, businesses, and community groups came together to transform repurposed bicycles into stunning floral displays. Through a series of public workshops, local people worked side by side to give old bikes new life as vibrant pieces of street art, showcasing Buckley’s community spirit and sustainable values.
The week-long display culminated in a lively Summer Market on Saturday, August 16th, hosted at Refurbs Buckley, where the community gathered to celebrate the project’s success and enjoy local stalls, food, and entertainment.
“Bikes in Bloom has been a brilliant example of what the Activities and Events Grant is all about — encouraging local creativity and bringing people together to make our towns more vibrant places to visit,” said Councillor Chris Dolphin, Cabinet Member for Economy, Environment and Climate. “It has been inspiring to see the results of what grant funding can do for a town centre in bringing it alive with such a unique project.”
The Activities and Events Grant scheme supports projects that bring communities together, add vibrancy to our towns, promote well-being, and enhance public spaces. The scheme is being administered by Flintshire County Council’s Enterprise and Regeneration Service as part of its delivery of the 2025-26 Town Centre Investment Programme.
The grant scheme remains open to new applicants while funds are available.
More information is available here or email:
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