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Friends of the Park
Contour Homes and The Friends of Limeside Park have had an unexpected Christmas present with the news that Oldham’s Limeside Park will be given £40,000 of National Lottery Funding.
Last month The Friends of the Park Group were bitterly disappointed to hear that their bid to provide a safe haven and recreational play area for young people had not been granted.
In an unforeseen turn of events, The National Lottery Committee have had a rethink and decided to award 15 nationwide projects who had previously been unsuccessful - £40,000 to celebrate the fact it is their 15th birthday!
Sarah Furbey, Secretary of ‘Limeside Friends of The Park' said: “Having lost the vote, we were all really disappointed but this news is a fantastic Christmas present for the local community! The money will be used to provide sport and recreational equipment for young people to enjoy and provide a safe space for them to meet and play.”
Contour Homes and Oldham Council have pledged to match fund The National Lottery monies and are equally delighted. “It’s such a lovely surprise for everyone,” said Shanine Meadowcroft from Contour Homes. “Now the Friends of the Park can continue with their plans which means the whole community will benefit from this change of heart!”
