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Grants up to £6,000 Available to Encourage Walking, Wheeling, & Cycling Along Traffic Free Routes (England)

The Walk Wheel Cycle Trust has announced that the ArtRoots scheme is now open to communities in England for the first time. 

Community groups, not-for-profit organisations, and individuals can apply for grants of up to £6,000 to support community-led art projects along England’s traffic-free National Cycle Network. The funding, provided by Active Travel England through the ArtRoots scheme, aims to encourage walking, wheeling, and cycling.

Established in 2017, ArtRoots offers standard grants of £2,500, with higher awards available for projects expected to significantly boost active travel.

Previously ArtRoots-supported projects include:

  • temporary installations
  • performances and events
  • sculptures
  • heritage signs
  • information boards
  • murals

The application process begins with an Expression of Interest, which closes on 31 August 2026. Applicants successful at this stage will be invited to submit a full application.

 

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13th August 2026