BOWLERS have been boosted after funding helped to create a new facility in Lichfield.
The Community Infrastructure Levy investment from Lichfield District Council allowed for the new green to be introduced.
The £36,000 of funding – along with money from St John's Trust and the HS2 Community and Environment Grant Scheme – has allowed the creation of a permanent home for Vale View Crown Green Bowling Club.
The club's secretary John Chapman said:
"We are grateful for this public funding and to D McCarthy Brothers Ltd, whose directors committed considerable time, energy and financial resources to the construction of the green.
"Without this funding and the cooperation of all parties, the project would not have been the undoubted success it is."
Cllr Alex Farrell, Lichfield District Council's cabinet member for housing and the Local Plan, said:
"Community Infrastructure Levy funding plays an important role in helping us deliver facilities that improve quality of life for residents and support thriving communities.
"The new bowling green has provided a permanent home for a new local club and expanded the sporting opportunities available at Lichfield Sports Club.
"Together, these projects represent a significant investment in community sport and will benefit residents for many years to come."
