The Town Council is currently on Purdah.

This period is due to end 6 May, 2025

Mayor ‘Serves’ Up Community Fund Grant

26 September 2018

Mayor David Fleming presenting Community Fund grant to members of the Bishop Auckland Table Tennis Club.
Photography by Chris Percival: Mayor David Fleming presenting Community Fund grant to members of the Bishop Auckland Table Tennis Club.

The Mayor, Councillor David Fleming had much pleasure in presenting a cheque for £400 to members of the Bishop Auckland Table Tennis Club on Tuesday 25th September.  This grant was awarded from Bishop Auckland Town Council’s Community Fund to help renew equipment.

The Town Council has allocated up to £5,000 to support local organisations working for the benefit of the residents of Bishop Auckland.  Community groups and local charities are invited to apply for grants of up to £500.

Grants are limited and are made available to organisations that can demonstrate a need for assistance.  Grants cannot be awarded to individuals, commercial businesses, political organisations or for the promotion of religious activities.

A copy of the application form is available for download below along with the policy and guidance for further information.  Completed applications should be submitted with with the relevant supporting documentation.

Applications are usually considered in June and December of each year.