30 October 2026
400 Red Riding Hood tulips planted by families, young people and community champions alongside Ashington Town Council.
Ashington’s Memorial Garden was alive with colour, laughter and plenty of busy hands this morning as families, young people and community volunteers joined Ashington Town Council for a morning of joyful community planting.
Together, everyone planted 400 Red Riding Hood tulip bulbs – chosen for their striking red blooms, a fitting tribute in the garden that honours the town’s fallen – along with a scattering of hyacinths, all ready to burst into colour next spring.
Those planting were supported by Ryan, the Town Council’s Neighbourhood Services Officer, Tim and Sean from Northumberland County Council, and Cllr Louis Brown, who all rolled up their sleeves and got stuck in.
Ashington Town Council is proud to support the local voluntary and community sector through its Small Grants scheme. The Annual Grant Aid programme for 2026/27 is now closed. Each year, the Council sets aside funding to help organisations that deliver services, activities, and projects for the benefit of Ashington residents.
Our funding supports a wide range of groups, including sports clubs, youth organisations, community associations, arts and heritage projects, and charitable or volunteer-led initiatives.
Grants of up to £5,000 for organisations delivering significant projects or ongoing services.
The Annual Grant Aid programme for 2026/27 is now closed. Please check back next year for details of the 2027/28 programme.
Grants of up to £500 for smaller projects. The fund operates in four rounds each year.
| Round | Invitations | Deadline | Decisions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | 6 May 2026 | 20 May 2026 | 27 May 2026 |
| Round 2 | 15 July 2026 | 29 July 2026 | 5 August 2026 |
| Round 3 | 7 October 2026 | 21 October 2026 | 28 October 2026 |
| Round 4 | 6 January 2027 | 20 January 2027 | 27 January 2027 |
Please read the guidance document for your chosen scheme before starting your application.
Designed for quick-access support to community groups and smaller impactful projects.
If you have questions about the application process, please contact the council office.
Email: admin@ashingtontowncouncil.gov.uk
Telephone: (01670) 624521
30 October 2026
400 Red Riding Hood tulips planted by families, young people and community champions alongside Ashington Town Council.
Ashington’s Memorial Garden was alive with colour, laughter and plenty of busy hands this morning as families, young people and community volunteers joined Ashington Town Council for a morning of joyful community planting.
Together, everyone planted 400 Red Riding Hood tulip bulbs – chosen for their striking red blooms, a fitting tribute in the garden that honours the town’s fallen – along with a scattering of hyacinths, all ready to burst into colour next spring.
Those planting were supported by Ryan, the Town Council’s Neighbourhood Services Officer, Tim and Sean from Northumberland County Council, and Cllr Louis Brown, who all rolled up their sleeves and got stuck in.
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