Past projects

Here is a selection of the projects we’ve recently supported. It shows how keen and committed local people have worked to provide real and lasting benefits in their home areas, with the aid of Landfill Communities Fund grants. We are very pleased to have been able to support such a wide and interesting range of initiatives and look forward to many more.

	Flying the flag in East Lothian The St Andrew's Cross is Scotland's national flag. The flag is the oldest in Europe and the Commonwealth and it is said that it originated from a battle around 832 AD in the village of Athelstaneford. The Flag Heritage Centre at Athelstaneford is located in an area rich in Scottish history. Not only are the visiting tourists of vital importance to the economy of the local community, but there is an intrinsic desire among local people to...read more
	Wetlands Discovery Area at Arundel, West Sussex The Wetlands Discovery area at Arundel, West Sussex was established by the Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT) with the help of Viridor Credits funding. In recognition of this, one of three electrically-powered boats that carry visitors quietly through the new wetland landscape is named 'Viridor Vole'...read more
	Reintroduction of Great Bustards to Salisbury Plain The world's heaviest flying bird, the great bustard, was once native to the UK but became extinct here nearly 200 years ago. Thanks to a 10-year re-introduction project that is being managed by the Great Bustard Group, working closely with Russian partners, and a £51,000 grant from Viridor Credits the birds have returned...read more
	Ormiston Sk8park, Scotland (Forward Scotland) Seeking a safe but exciting area for skateboarding, in-line skating and BMX riding, the youngsters of Ormiston village, 10 miles east of Edinburgh, researched their own design and specification. Detailed plans drew on their experience of visiting similar sites and from taking part in national competitions...read more
	Visitor Centre at the National Museum of Science and Industry, Wroughton The National Museum of Science and Industry on the former RAF Wroughton airfield, in Swindon, is being transformed into a scientific and education centre of international importance following a £50,000 grant from Viridor Credits...read more