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ArtRoots allows communities to make aesthetic improvements to the National Cycle Network (NCN). Sustrans provides grants towards projects that will enhance spaces, aiming to encourage active travel.

ArtRoots empowers communities to plan and deliver what they want and how to make it happen. Sustrans Scotland provides funding for projects, and the ArtRoots officer will support them with advice and help where required. The key point to ArtRoots is that the community manages the project and shapes the outcome. Engaging and delivering locally is essential to a successful project. Communities play a crucial role in encouraging active travel and by making areas more enjoyable or interesting to travel through.

The grant can cover services provided by external contractors such as, but not limited to artists, designers, construction workers and engineers. Funding project management fees is possible but assessed on a case-by-case basis by Sustrans Scotland.

All projects must be delivered, and grants claimed by 15 March 2026.

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Geographical areas funded: Scotland

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Type of funding:

Grant

Type of cost:

Capital, Revenue

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Who can apply

Any constituted community group in Scotland. All applicants must be embedded in the community and the project must be community led. Non-constituted community-based groups, individuals or organisations may be considered.

When to apply

Now open. The final date for applications is 15 October 2025.

Next deadline: 15 Oct 2025

How to apply

Fill in the online expression of interest form via the Sustrans website. You will then be contacted by a Sustrans officer who will either request further information from you or advise you on how to make a full application via the Sustrans Portal.

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Activites funded: Arts and culture Citizenship and community involvement Community development and regeneration Community facilities Transport

Beneficiaries funded: General public

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