The Big Lottery Fund is calling on local groups to apply for funding to hold events or activities that will bring people together and celebrate what makes their local community special.

It could be to celebrate something in the local history or a local community hero, to mark something important to the community like Her Majesty The Queen’s 90th Birthday, or simply to get to know your neighbours better.

Applications for funding open on 6 July 2016 and further information can be found at www.biglotteryfund.org.uk/celebrateengland