North Wheatley & Leverton CC
Project: Fully Tracked Sight Screen Grant: £19,399.50
North Wheatley & Leverton Cricket Club has been awarded £19,399.50 grant to install a fully tracked sight screen, improving playing conditions at the ground. Sight screens are essential in cricket, providing a clear background so the batsman can see the ball as it is delivered, while the tracked system allows for easy repositioning during matches.
The upgrade will enhance both performance and safety, while helping the club meet higher standards for fixtures. It also supports the club’s wider role in the community, creating a better experience for players and spectators, encouraging participation, and helping to attract new members.
Wayne Ellis, Chair of North Wheatley & Leverton CC, said: “This funding is a fantastic boost for the club. The new sight screen will really improve the quality of cricket we can offer and ensure we’re providing the best possible conditions for our players, while helping the club continue to grow and serve the local community.”
Retford Tennis Club- Retford
Project: Refurbish new flooring Grant: £1,811.66
Retford Tennis Club has received an REPF grant of £1,811.66 to support the refurbishment of the clubhouse flooring, helping to improve the quality, appearance and usability of this important community facility.
The clubhouse is a central hub for members, volunteers and visitors, used for club meetings, social activities, training sessions and post‑match gatherings. Prior to the project, the flooring had become tired and worn, detracting from the space and limiting its overall appeal.
Paula Graham, Chair of Retford Tennis Club, said:
“We’re incredibly grateful for the support provided through the REPF grant. The new flooring has completely transformed our clubhouse, giving it a bright and vibrant feel that our members can really enjoy.
"The clubhouse is at the heart of our club, and this upgrade has made it a more welcoming and comfortable space for everyone who uses it.”
Pictured: Tom Bradley, Vice-Chair of Retford Tennis Club, Paula Graham, Chair of Retford Tennis Club, Cllr Steve Scotthorne
Eximia Glazing- Tuxford
Project: Specialist Saw REPF Grant: £8,640,00
Eximia Glazing, based in Tuxford, successfully secured an £8,640 grant to support the purchase of a specialist saw, enabling the business to increase production capacity and enhance operational efficiency. The investment has allowed the company to streamline its manufacturing process, reduce turnaround times, and take on a wider range of glazing projects, supporting both short-term growth and long-term sustainability.
Rob Noble, from Eximia Glazing, said:
“The new specialist saw has been a real game changer for our business. It has significantly improved our production efficiency and given us the confidence to broaden our offering and pursue new opportunities that weren’t previously possible.”
Pictured: Cllr Charles Adams, Rob Noble
Citizens Advice North Nottinghamshire
Project: Digital Services REPF Grant: £5,382.00
Citizens Advice North Nottinghamshire received a £5,382.00 grant to help purchase equipment for undertaking a variety of support events across the district. Equipment included 5x Tablets, 4x Laptops, 2x Banners ,1x Projector plus case, 2x Flags ,1x Gazebo, 1x Display board, 2x Tables plus cloths, 2x Portable trolly boxes, 1x Sack barrow and 1x Security pen.
Kate Creswick Training and Partnership Supervisor said:
“Thanks to the support of the Rural England Prosperity Fund, we’ve been able to invest in the essential equipment that allows us to take our services directly into rural communities.
"The tablets, laptops, display materials and event equipment mean our team can now set up at local events, engage with residents face‑to‑face, and provide advice and support where it’s needed most. This funding has made a real difference to how we reach people, helping us connect with those who may otherwise struggle to access our services.”
Pictured: Kate Creswick, Cllr Steve Scotthorne, Cllr Emma Griffin and members of Citizens Advice North Notts
Sutton Cum Lound Village Hall
Project: new patio, furniture and pergola roofing REPF Grant: £16,546
Sutton Village Hall have received a £16,546.00 grant to transform the outside area with new patio, furniture and pergola roofing.
Paula Graham, Trustee for Sutton Cum Lound Village Hall Charity said:
“We’re absolutely delighted to receive this grant, which has allowed us to install a new pergola and patio area at Sutton Village Hall. These improvements will make such a difference to the community, giving residents a welcoming outdoor space to relax, socialise and enjoy events throughout the year. We’re incredibly grateful for the support; it helps us continue improving the hall for everyone who uses it.”
Pictured: Paula Graham, Lynne Tweed, Cllr Darrell Pulk and Cllr Steve Scotthorne
Ticking Clock Brewery, Shireoaks
Project: Installation of two fermentation vessels REPF Grant: £9,695
Ticking Clock Brewery has received a £9,695 to install two fermentation vessels in order to help increase production.
Jamie Berry, Co-Founder of Ticking Clock Brewery said:
"The REPF grant has been truly game changing for Ticking Clock Brew Co. It has effectively doubled our production capacity, allowing us to reach far beyond our taproom and the small network of wholesale customers we currently supply across Yorkshire, Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire. The support gives us the ability to scale our sales, expand our reach and sustainably grow our team."
Pictured: Jamie Berry, Cllr Charles Adams, Ben.
Brightgreen Spinal Health, Ranskill
Project: Building Renovation/New equipment REPF Grant 2023/24: £29,374 and 2024/25: £17,609
Brightgreen Spinal Health, based in Ranskill, have received two REPF grants over the past two years.
The funding has been used towards the renovation and development of the building in the village, alongside purchasing new diagnostic equipment.
Alex Kuchnir-Read, Centre Manager said:
“The Rural England Prosperity Fund has supported our renovation of a much-loved building, in the centre of Ranskill, into a purpose-fit building to be used as a chiropractic, wellbeing and multidisciplinary clinic. The building consists of a welcoming reception area, 5 treatment rooms and a staff room for our team members to work from.
“We also hold health-talks for the community on nutrition, wellbeing, exercise, fall prevention and more. We host other health professionals here to provide services such as audiology, diagnostic sonography, reflexology and other auxiliary wellbeing services.”
Pictured l-r: Cllr Charles Adams Cabinet Member for Business and Skills, Candice Myers, Chiropractor/Clinic Director, James Myers, Chiropractor/Clinic Director, Michelle Cleaver, UKSPF Programme Officer, and Alex Kuchnir-Read – Centre Manager.
Trans.Sport TV
Project: 3D Bespoke Computer Software System REPF Grant: £20,000
Trans.Sport TV has received a £20,000 grant to invest in new software for its bespoke 3D computer system.
The upgraded software will significantly increase production capacity, improve accuracy in the design process, and allow clients to visualise projects before they go on site. It will also help reduce the risk of human error in creating designs.
Max Hayes, Design Technician at Trans.Sport TV, said:
“The new software has allowed us to completely change the way we operate here at Trans.Sport TV. After 25 plus years of using 2D design software, we can now create a full 3D library, helping us create realistic designs right through to ensuring the build is correct on site. We have been able to smoothly transition to 3D, and it’s already helped to improve our productivity.”
Bradlands Pet Supplies
Project: Solar EV installation REPF Grant: £20,000
Bradlands Pet Supplies has installed solar EV panels on the shop roof and at the distribution centre further along the business site. The panels will help reduce energy costs and make operations more environmentally friendly.
Tom Bradley, Director of Bradlands Pet Supplies said:
“The new system will cut our carbon footprint and lower our monthly operating costs, allowing us to keep our prices as low as possible for our community; a big thank you to our council for awarding Bradlands Pet Supplies the REPF grant.”
Home Farm, Grove
Project: Convert derelict barn into holiday let | REPF grant: £48,685
Home Farm in Grove has converted its former stable block into a beautiful modern and bright holiday let.
Located in the quiet, rural village of Grove, this let has remained in keeping with the nature of the original stable utilising original features within. As a farm diversification project, this will provide additional income for the farm; it will also benefit businesses in the local area with tourists using their facilities and services.
Gillian Heald, from Home Farm in Grove has project managed the work to restore the historic and unique building and safeguarded its future so hopefully it will survive another two hundred years.
Gillian said:
“The Rural England Prosperity Fund has enabled part of one of the remaining structures, with direct links to the former Grove Hall Estate, to be sympathetically restored and converted into a holiday let.
“This will provide enjoyment to many visitors to the area, for many years, as well as preserving a part of an historic building.”
Museum of the Horse Tuxford
Project: New Conference Room | REPF grant: £48,000
Museum of the Horse in Tuxford has constructed a brand-new Conference room on the first floor of the Museum.
The new space will enable to hold school workshops and art auctions, as well as local businesses being able to utilise the facility.
Sally Mitchell, Owner of Museum of the Horse said:
"The room is better than I could have expected. I'm delighted with the work that has been done to create the Conference room. It will be a great addition to the museum."
Heather Turner Dance Studio, Retford
Project: Refurbish the dance studio | REPF grant: £9,443
Heather Turner Dance Tuition in Retford have refurbished the dance studio on the ground floor, to be able to teach classes for all ages and prepare for performances.
The purpose is also to become a community hub for the groups where there are no performances, they can use it as a chill out zone.
Heather Turner, Founder of Heather Turner Dance Tuition said:
"The space has been key to store my equipment for classes, it's a base that everybody knows it's like a community hub for people."
Walks of Life Museum, Tuxford
Project: Refurbishment of the Rural Life Barn and increase facilities | REPF grant: £50,000
The Walks of Life Museum in Tuxford has installed a new floor and electrics in the Rural Life Barn, enabling more activities and events to take place.
They have also installed a new disabled toilet which provides accessibility and it has doubled the amount of facilities the museum has on site.
Neville Stankley, Chair of the Dorothy Hyman Trust, which runs the Walk of Life Museum said:
“Our superb new floor in our Rural Life Barn has enabled us to use this as a multi-functional space.
“We are really looking forward to the sort of activities that will go on at this place.”
Grove House Stables, Misterton
Project: Replace existing indoor riding arena surface | REPF grant: £14,132
Grove House Stables in Misterton has upgraded the riding surface of its indoor arena, improving access for more horses and riders.
It’s also a more environmentally friendly surface as it needs less water to maintain while some of the old surface was used to provide an outdoor track.
Meanwhile, new energy efficient lighting has been installed with a £5k capital grant from the council’s decarbonisation funding.
Andrew Stennett, Founder and owner of the Grove House Stables said:
“We reach out to a wide range of adults and children using horses for recreation, not just riding but equine intervention, helping the health and wellbeing of the local community.
“We were really grateful to receive this grant from the council because it has enabled us to not only resurface the arena, which had a surface that was starting to get a little tired and a little worn out, but also to help with our decarbonisation plans by changing the lights to LEDs."
Clarborough and Welham Parish Council
Project: New Footpath | REPF grant: £14,050
Clarborough residents are benefitting from a new all-weather path running through the Parish Pasture off Broad Gores.
Made from granite chippings, it’s replaced the previous narrow path which was overgrown in places and deteriorating.
Paul Willcock, Vice Chairman of the Clarborough and Welham Parish Council said:
“I had a vision of what this footpath should look like; thanks to the Rural England Prosperity Fund for making it possible.
“It means there are now 365 days access between the two sides of Clarborough for all residents and visitors, no matter what their mobility concerns may be.
“The footpath also provides better access for longer walks to Welham, Hayton and the Chesterfield Canal SSSI”.
The new path stretches over two hundred metres across the pasture and, as well as improving accessibility for residents, it links two sections of the village, and gives an alternative route avoiding the main road.
Friends of Woodlands and Coach Wood Green, Shireoaks
Project: Wildlife Discovery Area | REPF grant: £20,608
Visitors to the recently created Wildlife Discovery Area in Shireoaks are benefitting from car parking improvements, new benches and signage as well as seeing further habitat improvements.
The Friends of Woodlands and Coach Wood Green have been planting native trees, installing new seating, and making parking more secure at the site of the former colliery yard off Marina Drive.
Chair of the Friends of Woodlands and Coach Wood Green, Katharine Palmer said:
"We would like to thank Bassetlaw District Council for the funding to create this Wildlife Discovery Area for the local community.
“We hope this becomes a space for people to discover and learn about habitats and species, as well as birds that are on our doorstep and we look forward to working with the local community to connect people with nature".
It’s hoped the work, which links the area to existing woodland trails, will encourage more visitors to the area, as well as providing a valuable education resource and volunteering opportunity.
North Wheatley with Leverton Cricket Club
Project: Improve community bar area | REPF grant: £10,892
The North Wheatley and Leverton Cricket Club has used its funding to provide a new shelter and seating area outside its pavilion on the village’s playing field.
Alongside this work, resurfacing has taken place to improve access and provide a better space for residents to come together as a community to socialise.
Nick Cleaver, Cricket Club Treasurer said:
“I’m delighted to see these improvements being made to the club and it will mean we will be able to run more community events.
“The provision of a new all-weather surface and a shelter will make it easier for people to access in all weathers”.
Tuxford Pharmacy
Project: Air source heat pump | REPF grant: £18,626
Tuxford Pharmacy has installed an air source heat pump to its planned new premises.
It hopes to improve the energy efficiency of the building on Market Place, reduce the reliance of the business on fossil fuels for heating, as well as helping to cut carbon emissions.
The pharmacy is moving to a bigger building and hopes to provide a wider range of services than it’s currently able to, due to limited space.
Kalu Nma, Director of Tuxford Health Limited said:
“The funding I received from REPF through Bassetlaw District Council has helped me install a new air source heat pump which will eventually reduce my carbon footprint and reliance on fossil fuels.
“The Council was very supportive throughout the process, and I cannot but say thank you to them.”
North and South Wheatley Parish Council
Project: Stabilise the beck | REPF grant: £20,000
North and South Wheatley Parish Council was successful in its bid for funding to stabilise the beck.
It had concerns if left for another 1-2 years it could result in the loss of the sports pavilion, as well as affecting the nearby playing field and school.
Vicki Wilson is North and South Wheatley Parish Council Chair she said:
“This is important work, the beck has been eroding for decades now and it has got worse and worse, with flood waters getting close to the back of the pavilion.
“We are so grateful for this funding which means it should be safe for many years to come”.
Last Updated on Tuesday, June 2, 2026