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BBC News
15-03-2025
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Lincolnshire councils 'still committed' to restoring Alford Windmill
Councils in Lincolnshire have said they are committed to bringing a windmill back into comes after £1.2m of funding was withdrawn from the Alford Windmill restoration project in December last year and reallocated to the Alford Manor House County Council (LCC), East Lindsey District Council (ELDC) and the Alford Windmill Trust are now "exploring options" for how some of the Alford Manor House funding could go towards the Colin Matthews, who represents Alford on LCC, said the council had set aside more than £450,000 for the windmill repair project. The £1.2m of funding had originally been set aside from an £8m government grant for the Lincolnshire Wolds Culture and Heritage programme to create a new cafe, visitor centre and shop at Alford funding was then moved to fund the Alford Manor project, which included creating a new function room and other improvements, with the hopes that funding for the windmill could also be said: "We're exploring options that would see us gift the windmill to the local community, through the Alford Windmill Trust, and provide our funding to repair the cap and sails." 'Build momentum again' Councillor Graham Marsh, portfolio holder for community safety, leisure and culture at ELDC said: "Conversations will continue here at the district council on how our officers can best support the conservation work at the windmill, preserving its heritage."John Smith, of the Alford Windmill Trust, said: "We're still at the start of the journey, but this is a positive step in the right direction that will help us rebuild confidence in this project."With the support of not just the councils, but the community too, we can build momentum again and help create a lasting legacy for the town." Listen to highlights from Lincolnshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here.
BBC News
09-03-2025
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Sutton on Sea seashell recycling bin installed to tackle litter
A new recycling bin in the shape of a seashell has been installed on the Lincolnshire coast to tackle plastic metal structure is located on the promenade in Sutton on Sea and was created by East Lindsey District Council (ELDC) and Blackrow has been installed following several pleas for people to pick up rubbish at the seaside town, particularly by voluntary group Sutton on Sea design was chosen following a poll of residents and was funded by the East Coast Community Fund. Panels were also installed behind the structure to provide further information about the importance of the marine Pexman, director at Blackrow Engineering said: "The bin needed to be not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing, fitting seamlessly into the seaside environment."Through the collaborative efforts of the Council, the public, and Backrow's dedicated team, Sutton on Sea now boasts a unique and environmentally friendly addition to its landscape."Councillor Graham Marsh, portfolio holder for community safety, leisure, culture and carbon reduction at ELDC said: "Plastic waste on beaches is particularly harmful to marine life and birds as well as being unsightly for those who enjoy our Blue-flag beach. "Every plastic bottle placed in this facility will be recycled so do make use of it and help us look after our environment." Listen to highlights from Lincolnshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here.
