Caerphilly County Borough Council is inviting residents and community organisations to help celebrate the county borough’s rich history and heritage.
Welsh Government funding has been secured to install new information and interpretation signage at heritage and historic sites located on, or close to, public rights of way, including footpaths, bridleways and restricted byways through the Access Improvement Grant.
Expressions of interest are welcomed from local history societies, residents, community groups and organisations that know of places with an important local story to tell.
These could include historic landmarks, former mining or industrial sites, old transport routes, rural heritage, natural landmarks or places connected to significant local people and events.
The signage will help residents and visitors learn more about the history, culture and significance of places across the county borough while enhancing the experience of those using the public rights of way network.
The project also supports the Place theme and wider focus on connectivity within the Council’s Economic and Regeneration Strategy.
Cllr Chris Morgan, Cabinet Member for Waste, Leisure and Green Spaces, said: “Our county borough has a wealth of fascinating places and local stories that deserve to be recognised and shared. This funding will help bring some of those stories to life while encouraging more people to explore and enjoy our public rights of way. We want local communities to help shape the project by telling us about the places that matter to them.”
Anyone with a particular site in mind who would be willing to lead a project can submit an expression of interest online.
Successful applicants will be contacted to discuss their proposals and the installation of high-quality signage, helping to create a more engaging and informative experience and improve understanding of the county borough’s heritage.
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