THE Yorkshire Dales Millennium Trust has been awarded a further £25,000 from players of the People’s Postcode Lottery.

David Sharrod, director of the Clapham-based trust, said the extra money would make a big difference to the landscape, environment and communities of the Yorkshire Dales.

He added: "As well as supporting long running conservation projects such as woodland planting and wildflower meadow restoration, this funding boost will also enable us to invest more in delivering training, education and outreach through a number of new and existing schemes.

"I'd like to say a huge thank you to all players of People’s Postcode Lottery for this fantastic ongoing support.”

The news was announced at the 2016 People’s Postcode Lottery Charity Gala, which was held at the Assembly Rooms in Edinburgh and was a celebration of the hard work achieved by charities supported by players of People’s Postcode Lottery.

Clara Govier, head of charities at People’s Postcode Lottery, said: “As People’s Postcode Lottery continues to grow the amount that our players award to good causes continues to increase. We are very proud that our players can continue to support the development of these fantastic causes.”

The additional funding comes at a very exciting time for the charity lottery as it marks ten years since the first-ever draw. The past ten years have created thousands of lucky winners but have also provided vital funding for numerous charities across Great Britain and internationally. A minimum of 27.5 per cent is awarded to charities and good causes. with more than £99.6 million awarded to date.