THE Millerground Enhancement Group community project, led by Windermere and Bowness Civic Society, has been awarded a grant of £50,000 from the South Lakeland District Council Locally Important Projects fund.

In addition SLDC has committed a further £100,000 from its capital fund for 2017/18.

Together with funds already raised, this will help the group to achieve its aims of restoring Millerground and Rayrigg Meadow.

Much work has already been done by local students and volunteers helping National Trust rangers to plant wildflowers, bluebells, daffodils, clear undergrowth and repair pathways.

This money will enable the lakeshore, footpaths, picnic area and playground to be restored, making the whole area once more a welcoming and attractive place for all local residents and visitors to enjoy.

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The footpath from the car park to the lakeshore will be improved to allow easier access for pushchairs and wheelchairs, and those who find steps and gradients difficult.

This will be a great benefit to assist elderly and disabled people to enjoy the location.

An exciting new playground will be installed offering natural-themed adventurous play for all ages and abilities.

The lakeshore around Rayrigg jetties will be substantially improved to provide family-friendly access to the edge of the lake.

The view from the top of the bank will continue to be opened up and new seating and picnic benches will be installed to appreciate the view.